When it comes to finding the best Christmas dinner Sheffield has to offer, it's fair to say we're spoilt for choice. This city gets into the spirit in style, offering up everything from gut-busting burgers with a seasonal twist to classic roast dinners served alongside some very impressive trimmings.
Whether you need something for Christmas Day itself or a Christmas party in the lead-up to the big day, read on to find out our top spots for festive meals.
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Last updated on 3rd January 2025
A top spot for an affordable Christmas dinner in Sheffield city centre this 2025, Slug and Lettuce brings together themed cocktails and tasty food throughout the festive season. Aptly located on Holly Street, the bar and restaurant promises a merry old time from November through to the New Year.
Thyme Cafe is the neighbourhood gem where Christmas dinner comes in the form of two courses for £29 or a three-course spread priced at £36. From confit duck with bacon jam to slow-cooked beef brisket and sage-apricot stuffing inside pork loin, there's something for everyone here.
Make your yuletide munching an Italian affair at Piccolino, where three courses come in at £49.95. Expect the likes of Hickory-smoked barbecue pork ribs, crispy duck with orange and Grand Marnier sauce, or Turkey breast served alongside mushrooms and a truffle cream.
Filled with whole trees, hanging lanterns, entwined vines and fairy lights, Mowgli is already an enchanting place for a meal, never mind at Christmastime. Their festive menu spans three courses of Indian street food spanning gunpowder chicken, Himalayan cheese toast, two-tier tiffin boxes stuffed with curry, and desserts like chocolate brownie - all with a glass of prosecco or bottle of beer each included in the price.
Tuck into some seriously scrummy festive food at Grosvenor Casino in Sheffield this winter. Expect classics like traditional roasted turkey crown on the Christmas dinner menu, alongside veggie options including a warming mushroom and leek pie, followed by pud.
The perfect place in Sheffield for a casual Christmas meal with friends, All Bar One is bringing together affordable eats and plenty of fizz. Head to Leopold Street for a feast of festive nibbles, fine wines and fun cocktails until late.
The Lescar Christmas menu in Sheffield is a favourite. Alongside a sit-down offering of turkey, pork belly and vegan tartlets with all the trimmings on the 25th itself, the Sharrow Vale Road spot also promises a choice of a similar feast throughout the rest of December.
Known for bringing the party all year round, Bungalows & Bears really hits its stride come Christmas time. The Division Street bar has a full festive menu, including classic turkey dinner or more modern plates, such as fried chicken bites with a BBQ cranberry dip.
When it comes to Christmas Day lunch in Sheffield for 2025, check out The Lost & Found. This stunning venue is filled with botanicals, delving out three courses - think everything from pan-seared scallops to steak, roasts and burnt Basque cheesecake. There are festive fayre menus for the rest of the season too.
Whipping up a succulent Christmas dinner in South Yorkshire for you to get stuck into, The Furnace is a stunning space to hold your festivities. There's an open fire on the terrace for staying toasty with a drink, while the yuletide feast promises turkey skewers, steaks and apple pie with toffee sauce.
Home to a classic 1970s social club vibe, harking back to the venues' heydays, Neepsend Social Club and Canteen is a nostalgic spot to enjoy your Christmas dinner. Book for a minimum of six guests and can grab two courses for £25.95 or three for £30.95, with festive menus featuring the likes of smoked lamb rissole, baked camembert, cider-brined smoked turkey, rare roast beef rib and Advocaat posset.
Taking the classic beef burger and giving it a festive twist with pork, cranberry and fig stuffing alongside a pig-in-blanket topper, The Cavendish has your festive feasting sorted. Not only that, but there's Xmas doughnut stacks come dessert and themed cocktails to wash it all down.
The best Christmas lunch in Sheffield city centre? Tuck into themed plant-based patties, mac 'n' cheese topped with pigs in blankets and stuffing, or a huge festive hotdog at The Graduate. These set menus start at just £22 for two courses, flaunting caramelised orange cheesecake and Chrimbo doughnut stacks come dessert too.
The laidback and atmospheric Yates is whipping up a delicious festive meal this year at an affordable price. Head down to the boozer on Cambridge Street and check out its Christmas set menus.
Tuck into two courses for £17.99 or three for £20.99 and delight in themed burgers topped with pulled turkey, a winter Wellington stuffed with butternut squash and a merry mac 'n' cheese.
If the mouthwatering Sunday roast is anything to go by, we'd wager that Silversmiths is one of the best places for Christmas dinner in Sheffield. Prices start at £38 per person for two courses and £48 for three, spanning goose breas, turkey paupiette or wagyu beef with all the trimmings, alongside the likes of scallops in shitake broth with black garlic and sushi ginger or traditional Christmas pudding for dessert.
Sardinian spot Domo is not only a gorgeous place to settle down for your seasonal meal, but the Italian food is sure to hit the spot too. From truffle and mushroom arancini to pan-fried dorade with vernaccia wine, the authentic dishes here are offering something a little different.
For a luxe Christmas lunch, Juke and Loe is known for keeping its doors open right up to Christmas Eve. Save yourself some washing up and head to The Milestone where gourmet tasting menus and fine wines await.
