In a city known for its craft beer and cosy boozers, it can be hard to decide exactly which one you'll bless with your presence. Between snug sipping spots ideal for a few quiet drinks with pals and those with the best gastro grub, you're spoilt for choice. To help narrow it down, we've rounded up the best Sheffield pubs for your next pint.
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Last updated on 2nd November 2023
From the games room to the craft beers and the garden out front, Neepsend Social Club and Canteen has all your favourite bits of a pub, but with the 70s style of its namesake venue. Think wall-to-wall nostalgia of vinyl patterned floors, wood cladding and maroon stage curtains, alongside food from The Gravy Train Poutine.
Housed in a former fire station, this great option out of the best pubs in Sheffield for food. Head over to Bungalows & Bears for the chance to sip on a selection of local and international pints, soaked up with burgers, sides or epic Sunday roasts while live music plays.
Hops fans need to head over to BrewDog, which is fronting a whopping 22 taps of the good stuff. Alongside their impressive pint offering, you'll find comfy sofas to sink into, a fun lineup of unusual board games and some tasty sourdough pizzas. Better yet, this is one of the best dog friendly pubs in Sheffield.
If you're after a pub in Sheffield, Nursery Tavern on Ecclesall Road is a firm choice. Not only does this fabulous boozer have a cosy indoor space decked out with neon signage and pendant lighting, but also boasts an epic beer garden for alfresco or sporting antics.
One of the finest pubs in the city, Riverside is offering you food, brews and views over the Don. Head over to this Kelham venue, where you'll find a super range of quality craft beers from local producers, alongside a menu of comfort eats and one of the best beer gardens in Sheffield.
Situated in the city centre, Walkabout Sheffield boasts cool interiors and several HD screens showing all the biggest sporting events. They've also got pool tables and run a popular weekly quiz, so they're not short of entertainment to take part in while enjoying one of their excellent drinks deals.
For the best pub food in Sheffield city centre? Bessemer is a great shout. Enjoy sling back a freshly pulled pint or a refreshing cocktail while tucking into scrumptious pub grub - think chicken wings, juicy burgers and other British classics.
Looking for the best pubs in Sheffield city centre? Cue The Graduate, which is offering up colourful interiors, gaming machines and pool tables. They offer daily deals too, including wing Wednesdays and pancake Tuesdays where you can bag yourself a bite for for 25p.
The Sheffield Tap is a great pick of old pubs in Sheffield city centre, fronting a truly impressive lineup of craft beers. Head inside to make yourself comfy in one of their red leather booths and get ready to sample some of their excellent home-brewed pints, as well as sips from across the globe.
One of the best watering holes on Abbeydale Road, Two Thirds are the craft connoisseurs you need on your radar. Alongside their excellent tap offering, you'll find some very exciting specimens filling their fridges, as well as a cool beer garden for sipping on sunnier days.
This huge 200-seater Neepsend taproom is home to Heist Brewing Co and a staggering number of beers, including their own brews and thirty lines. Alongside over 100 hop-laced drinks, you can find an arcade, retro games and shuffleboard to keep you entertained.
One of the coolest and cosiest spots, The Fat Cat is an iconic watering hole with an impressive history. Home to the Kelham Island brewery, its traditional atmosphere, pretty beer garden and top-notch pub grub have seen it scoop numerous awards.
If you're on the hunt for a riverside pub in Sheffield, The Gardeners Rest has a charming beer garden right on the water. Head over for a few pints on a sunny day, or make it an evening session with warming ales and live music.
Beloved by students, locals and visitors to the city, The Dove & Rainbow is a sure-fire way to spice up any night out with one of the best pubs in Sheffield town centre. Head down during the week for chilled drinks and live bands, or get ready to headbang until the wee hours at one of their rock-heavy club events.
The Rutland Arms Sheffield is a top venue if you're looking for gastro pubs in Sheffield. An eye-catching building sat on the corner of Furnival and Brown Street, this cosy boozer fronts an ever-changing lineup of unique beers, a critically-acclaimed food menu and a working jukebox.
A laidback boozer, The Beer Engine promises a warm welcome whatever the occasion. Their bar offering features 12 keg lines of great craft sips, while their food menu promises a unique selection of handcrafted tapas plates and a Sunday roast selection that will get your tummy rumbling.
