Cafes & Coffee Shops

The independent food and drink scene in Sheffield is, well, pretty immense if we're being honest and one thing we really excel at is café culture!

Whether it's an expertly brewed coffee, hearty brunch or an indulgent bit of cake you're hankering for, you will not be short of places to choose from with hundreds of welcoming cafes scattered across our seven hills. 

Here you'll find our listings for the Top Cafes in Sheffield we think are worth hunting down...

Cafés in Sheffield

The Boston Arms

Micro pub on Woodseats high-street, serving coffee by day and a fantastic selection of beer/cocktails in the evening.

The Cabin

The Cabin is a cosy Canadian pancake and waffle house, located at the bottom of The Moor shopping precinct in Sheffield's City Centre. It can get very busy, especially on weekends, so be sure to book in advance to avoid disappointment.

The Chakra Lounge

The Chakra Lounge is a delightful vegan cafe fusing Indo-Western cuisine in Fitzalan Square in the city centre. With lush interiors and great culinary creations (and some tasty drinks to boot), you'll find it a wonderful spot for breakfast, brunch or lunch.

The Depot Bakery

The Depot bakery is an artisan bakery, retail and brunch eatery space in a gorgeous, renovated industrial space. They carefully pair speciality coffee with a range of bespoke baked goods and an inspired brunch menu.

The Grind Café

Situated in the heart of Sheffield’s bustling Kelham Island, The Grind Café is an award-winning, independently owned, boutique café and bar, serving expertly brewed coffee, carefully crafted cocktails, tasty treats baked on-site daily, and a delicious menu bursting with flavour.

The Old Coach House Café & Kitchen

The Coach House in Hillsborough Park, has undergone significant renovation to reopen as a café and kitchen, managed by team behind the city's much-loved Depot Bakery. 

The Old Shoe

A craft beer taproom, modern ciderhouse, and artisan wine bar, also serving handcrafted non-alcoholic drinks, locally-roasted coffee, and so much more.

The Rhubarb Shed

You'll find the Rhubarb Shed on the Manor Green site where the remains of Manor Castle still (built in 1516) - a part of the city with a long history, which currently operates as a very successful social enterprise. Housed in a converted barn, this charming and incredibly friendly cafe delivers a range of delicious food from ciabattas and salads to gourmet burgers and a whole host of specials. There's vegan and gluten free options and a selection of tempting cakes to try. 

The Schoolrooms

This award winning cafe sources natural ingredients from local farmers and sustainable partners to provide you with fresh, high quality, lovingly homemade, seasonal dishes. The Schoolrooms offers a warm sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of life. 

The Steel Cauldron

A wizard themed cafe, full of magic, fun and frolics for all the family. Activities, games, events and parties are all a constant, and it's often full of budding magicians so book yourself a place before you go!

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