In Sheffield you have your pick of brilliant food joints that suit a student budget. Here are my favourites!
The Wick At Both Ends
This music-led pub and DJ bar, on the fringes of the trendy Devonshire Street, offers an amazing food menu and even a so-called Pipe & Slippers Sunday for those struggling with a “poorly head” (Sunday roast, £7.95). Pies, sausages and such are made on-site. The menu has many creative twists on classics – for example the chicken burger is a fillet marinated in garlic, lemon, thyme and that iconic Sheffield condiment, Henderson’s Relish. Other favourites include mussels in cider and fish ‘n’ chips. All dishes are expertly plated and presented, making a meal at the Wick At Both Ends a special dining experience without the usual price tag.
Twisted Burger Co.
This burger joint is located in The Harley
at the top of West Street and specialises in slightly bonkers, and rather massive, burgers. They also do messy, delicious fries, shakes and sides. Their menu is music-themed and ever changing. Burgers range from meat to chicken to vegetarian, and are all characterised by an array of extravagant toppings and sides. Highlights from the dazzling menu include the Drop It Like It’s Hot, with spicy refried beans, Monterey Jack cheese, hot sauce and a house BBQ sauce, or the Rasher’s Delight, the UK’s first bacon burger featuring a double bacon patty, coleslaw and dressing. Delicious, messy and decadent, these burgers are hard to beat.
Nottingham house
A proper student pub, serving pies, mash, chips and peas. The system is simple: pies are listed on a board and when they run out that’s it. No other choices, no pretending to be something else, just good pies with mash, chips, peas and gravy. For the £7.95 price tag, ‘Notty House’ is one of Sheffield’s treasures.
Bungalows & Bears
Every Wednesday at Bungalow and Bears it’s wings night. You can pick up 10 BBQ wings with pineapple slaw, sweet potato fries and corn on the cob for less than £10 and also throw in two beers for just £5! It’s a student favourite in the heart of Sheffield city centre. Student-friendly prices and amazing tasting meals. The venue is also pretty impressive, as it’s housed in an old fire station, so it’s definitely one to take your friends to when you’re showing them around Sheffield!
The York
The York dates back to the 1830s, where it was used as an inn and alehouse for travellers, and has been serving food and drink under its current guise since 2010. Today, the pub is known for its cosy interior, featuring fireplaces, wood panelling and plush leather seating, and its home cooked, delicious pub fare. The menu largely sticks to the classics, offering comforting, hearty dishes that are certain to please almost everyone. Try the pie of the day served with mushy peas and hand cut chips for an authentic taste of the north. As well as delicious food, The York also offers a range of selected beers from local breweries, both bottled and draft.
Street Food Chef
This multi award-wining family-run Mexican street food outlet offer a healthy fast food alternative to the people of Sheffield. They’re probably best known for their burritos – think chicken in smoky tomato sauce or tender slow-cooked pulled pork – but they also serve tacos and quesadillas as well as gluten and dairy-free options at their Burrito Bar or Mexican Canteen. Mexicali drinks include Red Pig beer, Jarritos, Desperado and more. There’s a huge burrito challenge too, if you’re up to it.
Falafel King
Falafels are the food revolution of the last few years. Little ventures serving up these delicious Middle-Eastern goodies are popping up all over the country, and Sheffield is no different. Falafel King has some of the best fried chickpea balls in town and the ever-present queue is proof of that. Popular with the student crowd, pop in for a well-stuffed pitta for just a few quid.
Have fun exploring all of these places, and I hope that you love them as much as I do! If you have any favourites that I’ve missed, let us know!