For those of you feeling the pinch at the moment, don't worry - our city is chock-full of places to eat that won't break the bank. But to avoid you searching high and low for them, we've compiled a list of the very best. From slinky bars with brilliant set menus to Japanese restaurants slinging out sushi, stir-fries and ramen, here are the best affordable restaurants in Sheffield for lunch, dinner and beyond.
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Last updated on 24th April 2024
Doused in botanical patterns and hanging foliage, Slug and Lettuce is not just one of the top affordable restaurants in Sheffield city centre, but also a real treat for the eyes. Get stuck into bottomless brunches, afternoon teas and sensational small plates at deliciously cheap prices.
If plush velvet booths, graffiti-style artwork and glittery disco balls is what you like from a restaurant, then check out Manahatta in the Fountain Precinct. This New York-inspired joint dishes out everything from classic hotdogs and crispy chicken burgers to halloumi bagels for brunch, with a killer cocktail selection to match - all of which are two for one Sunday to Friday.
If you're looking for cheap places to eat in Sheffield city centre, The Graduate is coming in hot with its mouthwatering munch. Sumptuous small plates, towering burgers, BBQ beef-topped mac 'n' cheese and £6 tacos or wings can all be yours without denting your bank balance.
YO! Meadowhall is often hailed as one of the best cheap restaurants in Sheffield for lunch, and with good reason. Chomp on a spread of delightful Japanese bites, from gorgeous sushi rolls available via a conveyer belt through to katsu curry for less than £10 or loaded fries for only £5.75.
Nursery Tavern's pocket-friendly menu offers 3 for £13 tapas plates, alongside plenty of gourmet burgers under a tenner and cheap sourdough pizzas. Or, if you fancy some pub grub, there's that on the menu too.
Situated in Meadowhall Shopping Centre, Thaikhun Street Buffet is bringing you authentic Thai flavours at a reasonable price. The menu changes up every day to keep things fresh, but you can expect the likes of traditional pad Thai, green or red curries and their signature kao soi gai, paired with an extensive selection of cocktails - which are on a two for £12 deal all day Sunday to Thursday. And the best part? Their all-you-can-eat offering costs just £19.90 each.
Boozer Bessemer Sheffield is definitely a winner when it comes to cheap eats in Sheffield for lunch, thanks to a range of small plates, wings and grilled delights across a budget menu, with 99p garlic bread to boot. Not only that, but this casual spot has you sorted for hearty meals, so you're sure to leave well filled up.
Nestled in a converted fire station, this fun and friendly boozer is as quirky as they come. Bungalows & Bears knows how to bring in the crowds, not only hosting performances from big names in the music biz, but also slinging out cheap eats in Sheffield city centre, like tapas, burgers and British classics.
At Triple Point Brewery in the city centre, you can get your hands on a classic burger like a double cheese or the vegan 'chicken' option for less than £10. Or if you're pushing the boat out a little, try a stacked signature bun like the Limp Brizket or a Doner Go Breaking My Heart.
In search of 2 for 1 meals in Sheffield city centre? BrewDog is killing it with its buy one get one free plant-based mains every Monday. You can snap up any meat-free dish on the menu in this deal, from The Hero vegan pizza to a superfood salad, with a refreshing beer on the side.
Rustling up a droolworthy array of pizzas that'll set you back less than £12, this Abbeydale Road favourite is ideal for those looking for cheap eats in Sheffield for families or friends. While you tuck in, enjoy the 1970s interiors, retro arcade games and fun-loving disco tunes, here or at sister site Picture House Social.
Yes, All Bar One might shake up all manner of enticing cocktails, but it's also one of the top places for midweek restaurant deals in Sheffield. From Monday to Friday, you can bag a beaut lunch deal for £9.50, promising any sandwich or wrap with select drinks. Now that's what we call a bargain.
Neepsend Social Club and Canteen is a relaxed and friendly venue inspired by the 1970s - think vinyl patterned floors, wood cladding and glitterballs. The prices are a blast from the past too, as you can enjoy burgers, fried chicken and poutine for £12 or less.
Get your comfort food kicks over at The Cavendish on West Street, where stone-baked pizzas, burrito bowls and handcrafted burgers reign supreme. The most exciting part? Everything on the menu is pretty darn affordable, with nothing going above the £15 mark.
Cheap places to eat in Sheffield for families and friends alike are topped off by Mowgli, the Indian street food kitchen. Not only can you nab a load of flavourful plates to share around the table, but also quirky cocktails too, alongside £20 tiffin lunchboxes.
Tuck into a range of affordable tapas-style plates at city centre pub The Beer Engine, like caramelised sweet potato with feta or spicy roast pepper arancini, with all dishes coming in at £7 or less. And as for Sundays, you can nab a hearty roast dinner too.
Located in Sharrow, Tonco is a welcoming restaurant boasting affordable eat made from locally sourced, seasonal produce. Most of their mains come in at under a tenner, with dreamy desserts on the ever-changing menu as well.
Head to The Fat Cat in Kelham Island, where not only can you knock back quality real ales but you can also enjoy a £6.50 lunchtime menu that features steak pies, juicy burgers and a ploughman's cheese selection, as well as incredible Sunday roasts.
