Despite the cost of living crisis there are green shoots of optimism for the city’s hospitality industry as a number of new venues have either opened or are planning to open in 2023.
But while some shops in Sheffield have closed due to soaring energy charges, there is hope, with several new shops, cafes, restaurants and bars opening too.
Below are some of the shops, cafes, restaurants and bars that have either recently opened – or are due to open this year.
Below are some of the shops, cafes, restaurants and bars that have either recently opened – or are due to open this year.
5. Barkers the bakers, Derbyshire Lane, Norton Lees
Barkers the bakers is already a popular fixture in Lowedges but is opening a new branch at the site of a former sandwich shop on Derbyshire Lane in Norton Lees, Sheffield. This photo shared by the owners of some delicious looking chocolate fudge Oreo cakes gives you an idea of what to expect Photo: Barkers
6. Glass Onion, Division Street, Sheffield city centre
Glass Onion is part of Sheffield's thriving vintage clothing scene and is well-established on Norfolk Street, near the Peace Gardens. It recently opened a new city centre store on the independents' haven of Division Street. Photo: Robert Cumber
This burger restaurant is the latest addition to Sheffield's famous London Road culinary scene. It opened in a former pizzeria, close to where the new Mother Hubbard's fish and chips shop opened recently. Photo: Robert Cumber
Lidl's rapid expansion across the UK shows no sign of slowing down. The latest site it has its eyes on is the former Sports Direct store on High Street, in Sheffield city centre.
The supermarket giant is set to take over two floors there and while an opening date has yet to be announced, shoppers shouldn't have too long to wait, with an update expected soon. Photo: Dean Atkins