It was the era of chicken kievs, Findus Crispy Pancakes and Vesta ready meals.
But if you were after something a little more refined, there was no shortage of options around Sheffield.
These photos capture some of the most popular restaurants and takeaways around the city during the 80s.
They also show the owners and staff you might remember if you dined at any of these establishments back then.
From US diners and traditional fish and chips to Chinese, Italian and Indian restaurants, this retro photo gallery showcases the array of global cuisines on offer back then.
While most of the restaurants and takeaways pictured were independents, such as Tuckwoods, Scoffers and Toffs, there are a few big chains, like Wimpy and the Deep Pan Pizza Company.
Do these nostalgic photos bring back any happy memories for you of meals out in the 80s?
9. Roy's Bistro
Roy's Bistro, which would later become Vito's Italian Restaurant, pictured on the corner of South Road and Industry Street, in Walkley, Sheffield, in 1980 | Sheffield Newspapers
10. Marco
Marco Italian restaurant, on Abbeydale Road, Sheffield, in 1980 | Picture Sheffield/Douglas Edward Axe/Brian Douglas Stevens
11. Scoffers
Scoffers Restaurant on West Street, Sheffield city centre, in October 1981 | Picture Sheffield/Sheffield Newspapers Ltd
12. Mr Kites
Mr Kites Celebrated Wine Bar and Bistro Restaurant, Devonshire Street, Sheffield, in July 1981 | Picture Sheffield/Sheffield Newspapers Ltd