Kelham Island pubs are famous throughout the country, but the area was once one of the industrial pulses of Sheffield. In recent years Kelham Island has been revitalised, coupling trendy bars, food halls and restaurants with some of Sheffield’s best real ale pubs. The good news is that because this area of Sheffield is a hive of independent businesses, most of the pubs down this way areย dog friendly pubs.ย Kelham Island pubs are right at the heart of what makes Sheffield a great craft beer city.
Kelham Island food is where its at, you’ll find a fantastic street food scene with monthly Peddler night markets, The Cutlery Works food hall and Steel Yard venue all playing host to fantastic street food and independent food sellers. Alongside street food you’ll find wonderful restaurants and cafes serving up delicious food as well. You’ll never be short of places to eat in Kelham Island.
Just as a warning, Kelham Island is a very popular area of Sheffield for nightlife and these locations can be a little too busy for your dog in the late evening on a weekend. Use your best judgement before visiting.
If you think we’ve missed anywhere off of the list below, then drop us a message via our contact form.
West Bar
Shakespeare's
Dog Friendly Pub
Shakespeare's is known for it's great selection of beers and live music. There's a beer garden for warmer days too. A nice stop on your way in or out of Kelham.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S3 8UB
West Bar Tap
Dog Friendly Bar
A cosy little independent bar run by a couple of beer enthusiasts. Stay for a pint of craft beer, or pop in for a take out from the bottle shop.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S3 8UA
Kelham Island / Neepsend
Kelham Island Tavern
Dog Friendly Pub
One of Kelham Island's much loved stalwarts. Featuring an acclaimed selection of beers and a nice leafy beer garden out back.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S3 8RW
The Fat Cat
Dog Friendly Pub
One of Sheffield's most celebrated real ale pubs, the Fat Cat is a Kelham Island institution. Complete with walled beer garden and outside bar for busy days.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S3 8SA
Hymn to Ninkasi
Dog Friendly Bottle Shop & Bar
A cosy little craft beer bottle shop and tasting room located within Little Kelham. Pop in and select something you've never tried and speak to the experts on hand.
Postcode: S3 8DH
Domo
Dog Friendly Restaurant
A family run Sardinian restaurant that has established itself as a real favourite down in Kelham Island. Pop in for breakfast, lunch or dinner and sample their Sardinian soul food.
Dogs allowed on the terrace or bar area only
Postcode: S3 8DH
The Millowners Arms
Dog Friendly Pub
Originally a feature of Kelham Island museum, an ode to Sheffield's brewing history, the Millowners Arms is now a functional bar that opens even when the museum is closed. Dogs welcome in the bar, but not the Cafe.
Outdoor seating is available
Read: Millowners Arms Review
Postcode: S3 8SA
Craft & Dough
Dog Friendly Restaurant
Craft & Dough is Kelham Island's established pizza spot serving up artisan pizzas along with a range of drinks. Dogs are welcome and they have fresh bowls of water available.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S3 8SD
The Harlequin
Dog Friendly Pub
Just over the road from Kelham Island is a great little find in the Harlequin, a traditional real ale pub that serves up beers from Exit 33 brewery plus more alongside fantastic pub food.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S3 8GG
Riverside
Dog Friendly Pub
Riverside has a little something for everyone. Real ales, lagers, food served and live music. Riverside has a great beer garden but can get busy over the weekend.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S3 8EN
Piรฑa
Dog Friendly Bar
You could almost call Pina a little hidden gem. Situated on a side street, this cocktail bar is suitably mexican themed with tasty tacos available.ย
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S3 8EF
Gaard Coffee Hide
Dog Friendly Cafe
If you're looking for a break from the the real ale of Kelham Island, then pop into Gaard Coffee Hide for some of their amazing cakes and hot drinks. Outdoor seating available for warmer days.ย
Postcode: S3 8EP
The Old Workshop
Dog Friendly Bar
The Old Workshop is a cosy, fantastic looking little bar not far from popular Peddler Market. A great selection of beers and a laid back atmosphere. They're also the new home of Make No Bones vegan food.
Postcode: S3 8BL
Grafters Bar
Dog Friendly Bar
A small family run bar out of two shipping containers serving up what Neepsend and Kelham Island does best - beer! It's mainly an outdoor space but very welcoming of dogs and worth a visit.
Postcode: S3 8BT
Alder
Dog Friendly Bar
A bar and live music venue situated next door to Sheffield Brewery Co. Expect to find a great range of craft beers and a friendly atmosphere. An ideal space for dogs, especially in those summer months when you can sit outside.
Postcode: S3 8BT
Peddler Market
Dog Friendly Event of the Year 2022
The first weekend every month is when Peddler comes alive. Super dog friendly with lots of street food vendors and a well stocked bar.ย
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S3 8BX
Neepsend Social Club
Dog Friendly Bar - Best Newcomer 2022
A nostalgic feeling bar with a social club vibe giving at that retro look with a modern twist. Gravy Train Poutine are on-hand with the food menu, and expect great Sunday roasts.
Postcode: S3 8DA
Happy's Bar
Dog Friendly Bar
Happy's is a bar for good times and good food. Their menu consists of breakfast muffins (think McDonalds, but...y;know, better) alongside hot dogs and burgers. Give them a try!
Postcode: S3 8DP
Cutlery Works
Dog Friendly Food Hall of the Year 2020
A food hall collecting together lots of independent food vendors, complete with a bar on site to quench your thirst.
Current vendors include: Cutlery Works Bar, Rad Dude Sandwiches, Boozehound Bar, Little Dough, Bullion Chocolate, Slick Chicks, Konjo, Ma-Ba, Jimmy's Burgers
Postcode: S3 8AT
The Gardener's Rest
Dog Friendly Pub
Another one of the Kelham Island originals, a proper community run pub serving cask ales and more. Outdoor seating on the river also available.
Outdoor Seating is available
Postcode: S3 8AT
Heist Brew Co.
Dog Friendly Bar
Heist Brew Co has found a new home in Kelham Island. Their huge space serves up a range of their own beers alongside burgers from Slap & Pickle and sinful donuts from those guys at Ritual Donuts.
Postcode: S3 8AT
Steelyard
Dog Friendly Food Hall
Steelyard Kelham is a venue with various vendors built into shipping containers. It's the perfect spot for a sunny day due to ample outdoor seating, but all vendors do have inside seating as well.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S3 8AS
Church - Temple of Fun
Dog Friendly Bar
A bar that stocks an amazing vegan menu, and will keep you occupied with pool, arcade games and more.ย
Postcode: S3 8DG
Saw Grinders Union
Dog Friendly Pub
A tasty restaurant coupled with a bar with plenty of choice. Saw Grinders are becoming known for their fondue and all that food can be washed down with some great independent beers.ย
Outdoor Seating is available
Postcode: S6 3AE
Kelham Wine Bar
Dog Friendly Bar
Kelham Wine Bar is a lovely spacious bar serving up a range of beers and wines alongside a tasty menu of food. There's plenty of space inside and out.
Outdoor Seating is available
Postcode: S3 8DB
Salt
Dog Friendly Bar
A bar slinging a range of beers from Salt brewery with a menu of bao buns to help soak up the beer. This spacious bar has an enclosed outdoor area out front for those warmer days.
Outdoor Seating is available
Postcode: S3 8SE
Ship Inn
Dog Friendly Pub
Traditional pub on the edge of Shalesmoor and Kelham Island. A great last or first stop on your trip with a good beer selection to whet the whistle. The pub is under new management and has a new food menu to enjoy.
Postcode: S3 8UL
The Wellington
Dog Friendly Pub
Across the road from Kelham Island at the Shalesmoor tram stop, you'll find the Wellington. A 'proper' pub in every sense of the word with a cosy fireplace. It also happens to be the brewery tap of Neepsend Brewery, so you know there's great beer available. Afterwards, why not head to Hillsborough for more?
Postcode: S3 7EQ
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