Sheffield Graduation: Where to dine and celebrate

If you’re graduating from either of Sheffield’s universities this year, you’ll want to celebrate in style.

Whether you’re after an extended family get-together over delicious Italian food, a tempting tasting menu or a casual spot for a post-ceremony drink (or two), we have you covered.

Here’s where we’d eat if you’re graduating in Sheffield!

Sheffield Graduation: Where to dine and celebrate

Domo

First on our list has to be Domo, the perfect setting for your Sheffield Graduation meal. This family-run restaurant has elegant, dusty pink interiors whilst retaining hints of its industrial roots, as a former Eagle Works building.

Serving up rich Sardinian cuisine, this award-winning restaurant has an extensive menu of fresh seafood dishes, homemade pastas and pizzas.

Don’t skip dessert, we’d opt for a fluffy tiramisu dusted with cocoa.

Where? Little Kelham, Sheffield S3 8DH

Assembly at The Schoolrooms

Just outside Sheffield city centre and within touching distance of the Peak District is The Schoolrooms, which features an evening dining bar and bistro, The Assembly.

Perfect for occasion dining and something a little bit fancier, celebrate with a bottle of something delicious and their beautifully crafted modern British menu.

Where? Mill Lee Rd, Low Bradfield, Sheffield S6 6LB

Kelu

If it’s a gathering with friends this Graduation, Kelu will be the spot for you. This rooftop skybar is a taste of Sardinian sunshine in Sheffield, the perfect setting for celebrating the end of your time in the city!

There’s a lovely wine list to pair with fresh antipasti, salty olives and sharing boards. Or, of course, go for a classic Aperol Spritz or Negroni.

Where? Unit 3.1 krynkl, 294 Shalesmoor, Sheffield S3 8UL

Grazie

Grazie is conveniently located in the city centre, serving authentic, fresh pasta. This bright and airy restaurant is ideal for your graduation celebration.

There’s a great atmosphere and you can expect quality no fuss dishes, great wines and spritzes.

Where?  9 Leopold Street, Sheffield, S1 2GY

No Name

Up the hill in Crookes, No Name is an elegant modern bistro serving seriously good food. Their menu is short and simple, changing seasonally and relying on locally sourced market produce.

Opening between Wednesday and Saturday, No Name has a BYO bottle policy, so bring along your favoured tipple or a celebratory bottle of sparkling.

Where? 253 Crookes, Sheffield S10 1TF

JÖRO

Up next is Joro, a graduation dining destination for the true foodies amongst us. Situated in Oughtibridge Mill, Joro offers an immersive tasting menu dining experience, but with an informal feel.

There’s a choice of three tasting menus to pick from, using fantastic quality ingredients.

Where? JÖRO Restaurant, Oughtibridge Mill, Main Road Wharncliffe Side Sheffield, S35 0LB [1]

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Silversmiths

Right in the city centre, Silversmiths is an award-winning Sheffield restaurant, conveniently close to the university buildings and the train station.

Delve into refined British dishes in an intimate, elegant atmosphere for your Graduation meal in Sheffield. There’s even a 7-course tasting menu on offer if you’re after a real treat.

Where? 111 Arundel St, Sheffield S1 2NT

Selena

Situated in the city centre, Selena cocktail bar and kitchen serves innovative cocktails and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. There are small plates to share and savour, as well as cocktail-paired tasting menus.

Where? New Era Square, Sheffield S2 4BF

Grappa

Next is Grappa, a familiar spot just down the road from Sheffield University’s libraries and students’ union. Enjoy Italian dishes, creamy pastas, pizzas and antipasti – of course paired with a cold Italian beer or glass of wine.

Their artisan, Neapolitan pizzas are baked in a Gianni Acunto oven – the only one of its kind in Sheffield. This spot has a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, ideal for larger gatherings at your Graduation.

Where? 266 Glossop Rd, Broomhall, Sheffield S10 2HS

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