When you think of city centre living, you don’t often think of the words ‘dog friendly’ but Sheffield has always been about blazing it’s own path. Sheffield city centre’s dog friendly venues are on the rise all the time. Affectionately known locally as ‘the worlds biggest village’ Sheffield doesn’t just offer a friendly welcome and quirky independent shops, bars and cafes – it’s also quite easy to get around the centre without the need for taxis or busses.ย
Whether you’re a local looking for dog friendly pubs to have a drink with friends, a dog friendly cafe for a bite to eat, or somebody staying in one of Sheffield’s many pet friendly hotels and exploring the city with your fur pal, there are so many locations that will welcome you and your dog.
Below you can look at all the dog friendly venues on our handy map, or scroll a little further and find out what is available in certain areas of the city centre.ย
If you think we’ve missed anywhere off of the list below, then drop us a message via our contact form.
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Train Station
South Street Kitchen
Dog Friendly Cafe
Just behind the train station in Sheffield's rejuvenated Park Hill area you'll find South Street Cafe, a great place to stop off for a vegan bite to eat. Their speciality is hummus, you have to try one of theirย hummus plates.
Outdoor seating is available out front.
Postcode: S2 5QX
5Tara
Dog Friendly Cafe
A cultural and traditional Punjabi cafe and restaurant with a focus on North Indian cuisine. You'll find them near Park Hill, they serve up an affordable, nutritious menu throughout the day.
Postcode: S2 5QL
Sheffield Tap
Dog Friendly Pub
Your first stop when arriving by train, the Sheffield Tap is a hugely popular stop for ale drinkers due to the selection on offer.ย
Outdoor seating is available out front.
Postcode: S1 2BP
Old Queen's Head
Dog Friendly Pub
Sheffield's oldest pub sits nestled away behind the bus station, worth visiting for it's striking timber framed look. There's also a great range of drinks and good on offer.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2BG
The Moor
Wildwood Coffee Shop
Dog Friendly Cafe
An artisan gift shop and woodland themed cafe, this coffee house has a cosy feeling all year round. Homemade cakes, sandwiches salads and more.ย
Postcode:ย S1 4JH
Spirit of Sheffield
Dog Friendly Cafe
A cosy little cafe at the bottom of the Moor that serves up plenty of hot drinks and tasty treats. They also serve alcohol, and distil their own vodka and gin (personalised bottles also available)
Postcode: S1 4PT
Blacks Outdoors
Dog Friendly Shop
Blacks is in outdoor shop, and their store on The Moor is welcoming of dogs (you'll likely spot a water bowl outside). As a dog owner, you're probably out in all weathers with your four-legged friend, so why not pop in for a waterproof?
Postcode: S1 4PF
Shoreham Street / Sidney Street / Arundal Gate area
Triple Point
Brewery & Bar
Dog Friendly Pub
You don't get much more efficient than brewing the beer on site. Triple Point's staff are incredibly welcoming of dogs, and there's some great beers to try too. Twisted Burger Company are on food duty if you want a bite to eat.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 4SQ
Industry Tap
Dog Friendly Pub
A cosy little corner bar with over 20 taps and plenty of drink to choose from for fans of craft beer. .
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode:ย S1 4RG
Birdhouse Tea Bar
Dog Friendly Cafe of the Year 2022
Birdhouse Tea Bar & Kitchen makes for a great little breakfast/brunch/lunch spot, pop in and try their range of teas and their fantastic food menu.
Outdoor seating available
Postcode: S1 4RG
Rutland Arms
Dog Friendly Pub
The Rutland Arms is another Sheffield institution, always welcoming of dogs both inside and out back in the beer garden. Great beers on offer and a tasty food offering.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2BS
Tamper Sellers Wheel
Dog Friendly Cafe
This little New Zealand coffee shop is hugely popular, especially around Breakfast time. Dogs are welcome outside and in the front cafe for drinks and cake, but not in the main dining area.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2NU
Mows Coffee
Dog Friendly Cafe
The folks behind the Mowbray have come to the city centre serving up specialty coffee, breakfast and lunch alongside some tasty baked treats from 4eyespattiserieย
Postcode: S1 2NU
Kollective Kitchen
Dog Friendly Cafe
Located inside the Site Gallery, Kollective Kitchen has plenty of sweet treats and freshly made food to choose from. Sit inside their colourful cafe.
Postcode: S1 2BS
Roebuck Tavern
Dog Friendly Pub
The Roebuck has he benefit of being in the city centre but away from a lot of the hustle and bustle. Dogs are welcome both inside and out with a great selection of drinks on tap and a full food menu available.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2NB
Crucible / Fargate Area
Warning: This is the city centre so these locations will be busy/loud on a weekend, so please bear that in mind before bringing your dog along.
Head of Steam
Dog Friendly Pub
A haven for those that want choice in their beers and gins. Head of Steam is very welcoming of dogs, with staff always offering a water bowl. Full food menu also available with ample outdoor seating facing the theatres.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2JE
Cafe Tucci
Dog Friendly Cafe
An authentic Italian cafe in the heart of the city centre. Cafe Tucci serves up delicious Italian coffees alongside pastries and lovingly made, tasty sandwiches.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2LG
Marmadukes
Dog Friendly Cafe
Artisan coffees, with a British menu and deli salads available. Dogs welcome in a super cosy setting
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2PA
Fitzalan Square
The Chakra Lounge
Dog Friendly Cafe
The Chakra Lounge has an Indian-British fusion cafe in the refreshed Fitzalan Square area of the city centre. You'll find a menu on offer that takes British classics with an Indian twist making for some super tasty upgrades on tried and trusted favourites.
Postcode: S1 2AY
Heart of the City
Marmadukes 2
Dog Friendly Cafe
Marmadukes 2 can be found just down from Barkers Pool and just off of Pinstone Street on the ground floor of the big new HSBC building. Marms 2 offers a little more space than Marmadukes 1, but the same fantastic food on offer.
Postcode: S1 4HP
Division Street Area
Warning: This is the city centre so these locations will be busy/loud on a weekend, so please bear that in mind before bringing your dog along.
Yates
Dog Friendly Bar
A well priced city centre bar serving up food. Can get busy on an evening, so perhaps best for dogs during the day.
Postcode: S1 4HP
Mojo
Dog Friendly Bar
City centre rock bar serving up pizzas. In the shadow of Sheffield City Hall you'll find ample outdoor seating and a welcoming vibe inside.
Outdoor Seating Available
Postcode: S1 4GF
Rudy's Pizza
Dog Friendly Restaurant
Pizza chain Rudy's is a welcome addition to Sheffield City Centre, serving up tasty Neopolitan style pizza. All of their restaurants are dog friendly, and this one is no different.
Postcode: S1 4GE
Moonko
Dog Friendly Shop
MoonKo is one of Sheffield's wonderful independent shops that sells stunning hand made items for your home using environmentally friendly materials. All items are made either by MoonKo themselves or emerging designers, a family business doing what it can to keep things independent.ย
Postcode: S1 4GE
Glass Onion
Dog Friendly Shop
A a friendly vintage shop that boasts a mantra of recycled and reused sustainable fashion. Pop in and browse their ever changing racks of vintage goodies to pick up something a little more unique than the high street shops.
Postcode: S1 2JH
Bungalows & Bears
Dog Friendly Bar
A spacious barย set in the old fire station offering up brunch and burger menus. Plenty to offer drinks-wise and always welcoming of dogs. Always check for gigs/events as it can get busy.
Postcode: S1 4GF
Pieminister
Dog Friendly Restaurant
Who doesn't love pie? Come on, this is Yorkshire. Pieminister welcomes dogs all day and has a menu to cater for meat eaters and vegans alike.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 4GE
Lucky Fox
Dog Friendly Restaurant
Lucky Fox has become a Sheffield institution, slinging the cities best fried chiken, this cosy little spot probably requires a dog friendly visit during quieter times, or be willing to sit outside. The food is excellent!
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 4GF
Steam Yard
Dog Friendly Cafe
Famed for their cronuts and grilled cheese sandwiches, this dog friendly cafe is a great stop for a hot drink and a bite to eat.ย
Outdoor seating available
Postcode: S1 4GE
Frog & Parrot
Dog Friendly Bar
A.k.a 'The Frog' is a Division street institution. Always evolving but never losing it's charm, a great atmosphere and music along with a selection of beers.ย
Outdoor seating available
Postcode: S1 4GF
Honey & Fig
Dog Friendly Cafe
Honey & Fig have opened up a location on Westfield Terrace (the road next to Frog & Parrot pub). A cosy coffee bar serving up delicious hot drinks alongside freshly made sandwiches and breakfast staples.
Postcode: S1 4GF
Little Snack Bar
Dog Friendly Cafe/Restaurant
A Taiwanese snack bar offering up street food, bento bowls and bubble tea. Dogs are welcome and they have a few tables inside to eat in, but takeouts are also available.
Postcode: S3 7SF
BrewDog Sheffield
Dog Friendly Bar
Popular craft beer brand BrewDog's bar in Sheffield is a great place to check out their range of beers. Every third Sunday of the month they host a free dog beer and treats day.ย
Postcode: S3 7SF
The Common Room
Dog Friendly Bar
Common Room are happy to welcome dog and offer up a fantastic food menu. It can get very busy on a weekend and for big sporting events so bear that in mind. There is also a large staircase for entry (lift is available)
Postcode: S3 7SF
Forum Kitchen & Bar
Dog Friendly Bar
While Forum can obviously get quite busy on an evening, they're very welcoming of dogs during the day and have a great breakfast and lunch menu.ย
Outdoor seating available
Postcode: S3 7SB
University
The University Arms
Dog Friendly Pub
Not a student? Don't be put off. The University Arms is a welcoming pub ideal for all. They've got a great size beer garden away from the road which is a rarity for the city centre.ย
Outdoor seating available
Postcode: S3 7AG
West street / Trippet Lane Area
Warning: This is the city centre so these locations will be busy/loud on a weekend, so please bear that in mind before bringing your dog along.
The Red Deer
Dog Friendly Pub
Tucked behind West Street is the Red Deer, a traditional pub that is often an escape if you want to avoid much of the student crowds. A local in the city centre.
Outdoor seating available
Postcode: S1 4DD
Revolucion De Cuba
Dog Friendly Bar
A beautiful Cuban-themed bar with a penchant for rum cocktails and tapas. This is a busy city centre bar, so perhaps not ideal for dogs on a Friday and Saturday evening. They do often host pup-up cafe events as well.
Postcode: S1 4DT
Molly Malone's Irish Bar
Dog Friendly Bar
West Streets very own Irish bar Molly Malones is always a popular spot. They're dog friendly but beware that it will get busy in an evening at the weekend when they host live music.
Postcode: S1 4ES
Dog & Partridge
Dog Friendly Pub of the Year 2020
Traditional pub set on Trippet Lane just behind West Street with a cosy feel, offering up a selection of cask ales. Limited outdoor seating out front.ย
Postcode: S1 4EL
Perch Brewhouse
Dog Friendly Bar
Tucked away up the road behind Butler's Balti House, you'll find a fantastic little hidden gem called Perch Brewhouse. You'll find an awesome range of Dead Parrot Brewery beers, alongside fridges full of other options and a great pint of Guinness. A pizza menu is also available.
Postcode: S1 4BJ
Fagans
Dog Friendly Pub
A jaunt down on to Broad Lane will bring you to Fagan's, otherwise known as the pub with the Pete McKee 'Kiss' mural on the side. Popular with many a Sheffield celeb through the years.
Postcode: S1 4BS
The Crow Inn
Dog Friendly Pub
A little haven for real ale lovers, tucked away on Scotland Street away from the bustle of busy city centre streets. The Crow has a great range of beers on tap and outdoor seating.
Postcode: S1 7BS
Looking for more? If you’re in this area, why not head to our Dog Friendly Pubs in Kelham Island page for more nearby.
Leopold Square
Bamboo Door
Dog Friendly Bar
You'll often be surprised where will welcome your dog, and this quirky little cocktail bar in Leopold Square is one of those great surprises. Likely to be very busy on a Friday/Saturday
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2JG
The Botanist
Dog Friendly Bar
A beautiful looking little bar that welcomes you into a secret garden of cocktails and spirits. Dogs are welcome in the downstairs area, but as a popular bar this place can get very busy in the evening.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2JG
Orchard Square
Cheap Dates
Dog Friendly Bar
Upstairs in Orchard Square, you'll find Cheap Dates, a new addition to the growing Orchard Square offering. Cheap Dates is an American style dive bar that is always pumping out great rock music and country music on Sundays. Expect drinks deals and bar snacks.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2JG
Terrace Goods
Dog Friendly Restaurant
Terrace Goods lives next door to MacPot on the Orchard Square Terrace, they serve up hot fried chicken, pizza by the slice and a great selection of drinks (including cocktail slushies).ย
Outdoor seating is available
Read: Terrace Goods Review
Postcode: S1 2JG
Sheffield Plate
Dog Friendly Food Hall
Sheffield Plate is conveniently located on the ground floor of Orchard Square and boasts world food from a selection of street food vendors as you walk in, and has two bars downstairs.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S1 2JG
Campo Lane / Castle Gate Area
The Three Tuns
Dog Friendly Pub
The Three Tuns is a quaint little pub tucked behind the hustle and bustle of the city centre. Dogs are welcome, but due to the size it's worth checking if it's too busy first which it can be on a weekend.
Postcode: S1 2BP
Kommune
Dog Friendly Food Hall
A food hall and bar in the city centre that offers up food from various food vendors. Sample an ever changing menu with plenty of space for your dog to relax.
Read: Kommune Review
Postcode: S3 8LS
Meltdown
Dog Friendly eSports Bar
Something a little different, Meltdown is an eSports bar popular with gamers and drinkers alike. A great place to socialise, and very welcoming of dogs. Keep an eye out for Badger, the resident Black Lab.ย
Postcode: S3 8NA
Albie's
Dog Friendly Cafe
Albie's can be found down on snig hill and offers up tasty sandwiches alongside baked treats from The Suited Baker such as doughnuts and more that'll go down far too easily with your hot drink.
Postcode: S3 8NB
The Social
Dog Friendly Bar & Cafe
The Social in Snig Hill is a new bar, cafe and art gallery giving opportunities to those disadvantaged with work to help upskill people via their bar and kitchen. They're serving up good beers and good food and doing good while doing it.
Postcode: s3 8nb
Victoria Quays
Victoria Junction
Dog Friendly Cafe
There's nothing quite like a coffee by the canal, and that's what you'll get at Victoria Junction. Serving up cooked breakfasts, jacket potatoes and more alongside coffee, tea and Bradwell's ice cream. Check for opening times.
Postcode: S2 5SY
The Dorothy Pax
Dog Friendly Bar
It's worth making a trip down to the Victoria Quays for the Dorothy Pax, a cosy little bar that is always welcoming of dogs. This venue does have live music, so check ahead if bringing your dog.
Outdoor seating is available
Postcode: S2 5SY
True Loves
Dog Friendly Bar
True Loves is the latest addition to the Victoria Quays area of Sheffield, making it a perfect spot for some cocktails by the canal. Expect a food menu covering pizzas and charcuterie boards too.
Dogs only allowed outside
Postcode: S2 5SY
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