We went out into Sheffield city centre to ask the people who know best - the people who live here.
And while the answers were not always the most glamourous of the city's venues, they are places that they believe had that certain something that makes them want to keep going back again.
Some were in Sheffield city centre, while others were further out, in the suburbs. And the qualities that people raised as they explained what they loved about their favourites varied from the great food and great choice to the atmosphere at the place.
Here is the list of the choices - complete with the explanation for their inclusion.
9. Maveli, near West Street.
Rory McMacmahon, of Crosspool, said: "Since lockdown I've not been out that many times to restaurants, but my favourite I'd say was Maveli, a South Indian restaurant on West Street. | Google streetview
10. Nam Song, Broomhill
Keren McKeev, of Ecclesall, said: "Definitely Nam Song. The food's really fresh, it's always spiced beautifully, and I just love the atmosphere in there." Picture: Google Streetview | Google Streetview