Need a reason to celebrate the day you were born? This list is full of 'em. Make the most of these special occasions by booking a table at one of the best birthday restaurants in Sheffield. With eateries mentioned in the Michelin Guide, rooftop hangouts with outdoor fire pits and an all-you-can-eat international buffet, there's plenty of options for a big night out.
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For a celebratory meal at birthday party restaurants in Sheffield, namely one that involves a table full of Indian street food and tasty cocktails, it can only be Mowgli. Taking casual dining to the next level, tuck into unfamiliar (and super affordable) plates such as a tumeric chip butty, tandoori wraps and school lunch-style tiffin boxes.
If you're a fan of Thai food, you can sample it all at Thaikhun Street Buffet in Meadowhall Shopping Centre. Their all-you-can-eat offering costs just £19.90 per person, with an ever-changing menu that features everything from green curry and classic pad Thai to their signature kao soi gai. Even better? if you visit between Sunday and Thursday, you can enjoy two for £12 cocktails all day long.
When it comes to your birthday, it's best to choose a bar that never disappoints – that's where Slug and Lettuce comes in. Known across the nation for its huge drinks menu and affordable food, you can't go wrong with making a booking for your big day. Expect quirky sips from chocolate-based bevs and cocktail trees. You can even secure a buffet and free bottle of prosecco with their party package.
Visiting the whimsical hideaway of Lost & Found is always a treat, especially when the night out is all about you. Whether you spend the evening in that gorgeous foliage-filled dining area or choose to book out one of the private rooms, you're bound to have a blast. With drinks ranging from next-level G&Ts to teapot sharing cocktails and a pineapple mojito, you certainly won't be thirsty. As for the food? Think small plates, pizzas and 12 ounce steaks.
Birthday restaurants in Sheffield city centre don't get much better than Piccolino. Taking pride of place on Millennium Square, this spot boasts a cocktail bar and large terrace complete with heaters and a retractable roof for alfresco dining all year round. Show-stopping Italian plates are what to expect, such as deep fried burrata, beef ragu and lobster-topped pasta. Hand-picked wines are there to top off the experience, and you can even book an event space for intimate celebrations.
Rooftop cocktail haven The Furnace has everything you could want from a birthday meal out. Slick interiors and a fire pit-adorned terrace make for the perfect celebratory setting, paired with an eclectic menu and perfectly mixed cocktails for an extra special evening. Expect to be feasting on charcuterie boards, pizzas and sharing plates from calamari to arancini.
Picture House Social is a casual underground hangout made for wild celebrations. Fill up on pizzas topped with everything from BBQ lamb to truffle aioli, and sides including miso garlic bread and bolognese tater tots. There are also plenty of drinks packages to see you through the night – a great option if you're planning on dancing the night away with the DJ 'til 3am.
There's no better way to go all-out than an unlimited buffet at COSMO. Take your pick from 150 of the world's most iconic dishes, from Asian delights to European specialties. You can also wash you meal down with some classic cocktails. Did we mention that you can bag a FREE birthday meal with an exclusive voucher (just remember to bring your ID as proof).
Looking for special occasion restaurants in Sheffield for birthdays? Juke and Loe is the place. Expect fine dining in a relaxed setting, with seasonal set menus starting from £50 per person for three whole courses. Think wild sea bass ceviche, perfectly cooked venison and a dark chocolate tart. Accompany your meal with something from the cocktail menu or the impressive wine list.
With a collection of awards under its belt (including one from the Michelin Guide), Joro is certainly a gem that every Sheffield foodie should know about. Stripped-back interiors force the dishes to take centre stage; you can choose between a signature and premium tasting menu, both focused around fine dining and fresh ingredients. Feast on anything from Japanese milk bread to Thai braised pork.
Celebrate in style while experiencing a taste of Sardinia at Domo. Take to the patio in the summer months or sit among their pretty terracotta interiors while devouring black charcoal ravioli, slow-cooked octopus, beef tartare with pesto and other impressive plates. They also have an aperitivo hour on weekdays until 7pm.
A sky-high haunt in a shipping container serving Sardinian plates? This unique venue is one of the top Sheffield restaurants for special occasions. Head to Kelu quirky drinks, chic interiors and celebrations in the sun thanks to its retractable roof. Food highlights include truffle arancini, smoked burrata, zucchini frites and a Biscoff tiramisu.
