Ecclesall Road & Sharrow Vale Road
The famous not-so-little 3.8 mile stretch in Sheffield, Ecclesall Road, has practically everything you could possibly want, and that’s before you even consider its quirky little neighbour, Sharrow Vale Road.
Koko
Fancy something unique? Ecclesall’s Koko pride themselves on their handmade Japanese dishes that are not available anywhere else in the world. We’d recommend visiting during the day for an oriental take on Afternoon Tea to sample the fruity Strawberry Yuzu Cream Rolls and Crispy Chocolate Onigiri.
www.kokorestaurant.co.uk
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Ashoka
This Ecclesall Road hideaway might be small on space, but it sure is big on flavour. Not that this should come as a surprise, Ashoka’s chefs have been mastering their delicious spices since 1967.
You could, of course, go for a classic Tikka with your choice of filling, but you’d be better off expanding your horizons and opting for the sensational Karamalised Kashmiri, or even the beautifully rich, Keralan Coconut Curry. Sheer heaven.
www.ashoka1967.com/
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Seven Hills Bakery
Sharrow Vale Road’s Seven Hills Bakery is the home to Sheffield’s sourdough experts. Their dough is delicately kneaded and baked fresh each day using wholefoods and local ingredients.
Their simple, little café is open for lunch all week as a showcase for their amazing sandwiches and crumbly pastries. Be sure to sample a magnificent Monmouth Coffee too while you’re there.
www.sevenhillsbakery.co.uk
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Porter Pizza Company
The Porter Pizza Company might just be the ultimate take-away destination for Sheffield’s pizza lovers.
Authentic Italian Ingredients? Check. Freshly kneaded dough? Check? Baked to perfection at 500 degrees in a wood-fire oven? Absolutely. You can’t really go wrong with this one.
www.porterpizza.co.uk/
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Nonna’s
A Sheffield institution since 1996, Nonnas has upheld its impressive reputation and is often considered the place to see and be seen on Ecclesall Road.
Run by Maurizio Mori, guests can expect authentic Italian dishes and an excellent selection of wines. Maurizio works hard to source the finest ingredients, with many coming directly from Italy, and the Lasagne Della Nonna is a regular’s favourite.
There is also a bar area serving brunches, cakes, pastries and slices of pizza, or if you’re a group looking for more of an exclusive area you can request the table in the Montecatini Alto’s piazza.
Pudding wise, don’t miss the Nonnas classic pick-me-up Tiramisu!
nonnas.co.uk/
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Brocco on the Park
Brocco offer up an array of seasonal dishes, covering breakfast, lunch, dinner and an exquisite afternoon tea. The Scandinavian inspired meals are full of nourishment without compromising on flavour.
Housed in an Edwardian villa overlooking Endcliffe Park, everything about Brocco feels personalised and you will feel right at home in the lovely, relaxed surroundings. They also offer eight, luxury hotel rooms each with their own avian theme – from Nightjar’s Nest to Woodpecker’s Roost.
brocco.co.uk
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Botanical Gardens
A quiet walk through Ecclesall Road’s Botanical Garden’s is a wonderfully, relaxing way to spend an afternoon.
There are around 5000 species of vibrant plant-life to take in as you stroll through 19 acres of land. Of course, don’t forget to say hello to the garden’s wildlife, including many very friendly squirrels.
www.sbg.org.uk
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Endcliffe Park
Endcliffe Park, found just off the roundabout near the centre of Ecclesall Road, is a big, lush green space that is perfect for a day out with the family.
You could take some bread to the cute pond full of hungry ducks, bring a football and get some exercise in the huge field, or even take your little ones for a push on the swings. Don’t worry, you can stop by at the café afterwards to relax.
www.endcliffepark.co.uk/
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Trib3
There is perhaps nowhere more intense in all of Sheffield than Trib3, which offers a gym experience quite like no other.
There are no big fees or lengthy, membership subscriptions. You just turn up and experience an extreme TRI session. You’ll be pushed to your limits through resistance training, high-intensity floor training and the treadmill surrounded by disco lights and music blasting through speakers.
trib3.co.uk/
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Conrad Blandford
Conrad Blandford really understand the importance of beauty, and that’s why their elite stylists and therapists start every hair appointment with a scalp analysis to ensure everything is completely healthy.
After that, the stylists will not only listen to what sort of makeover you’re after, but also provide you with the best possible styling advice for your face and tone so you come out of the salon looking like a superstar.
conradblanfordhairdressing.com
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Nonna's
535-541 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield S11 8PR
The welcome received and service delivered is excellent at every visit. The food at Nonna’s is sublime, and they have a DJ in the bar on weekends which means you can spend your entire evening there. It’s great for families,
www.nonnas.co.uk
