PONDEROSA CAFE
Quick info
About PONDEROSA CAFE
On Netherthorpe Street in Sheffield, Ponderosa Cafe is a coffee shop that pairs standard coffee shop fare with traditional Libyan dishes. Alongside shakes, smoothies and iced coffee, the counter serves Sultani Qahwa and mint tea, plus chicken, beef, liver and felafel sandwiches. A breakfast bean dish is available, and it stays on offer through lunchtime too. Cakes and biscuits round out the counter, and both cards and cash are accepted. It operates on a walk-in basis with no reservations, and it opens daily. A step-free entrance suits visitors with mobility needs, and outdoor seating gives the option of eating outside.
Good to know
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Menu & Prices
25 dishes- English Tea
- Tea Selections
- Strawberry Cake
- Kiwi Cake
- Peach Cake
- Blueberry Cake
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention liver sandwich, chicken sandwich, coffee and falafel sandwich.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention liver sandwich, chicken sandwich, coffee and falafel sandwich.
Customer Review Summary
Sandwiches anchor the praise here, especially the liver sandwich, which two reviewers call fresh and really good, with chicken, beef and falafel versions also described as cheap and tasty. Coffee comes close behind, called great and affordable, and one reviewer compares its price to Italy. Others mention a breakfast bean dish also served at lunchtime, traditional Libyan dishes full of flavor, smoothies, shakes, cakes and a fresh salad. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and smiling, and the atmosphere as cozy, authentic and always buzzing. The main complaint comes from one reviewer who visited three times and found the service rude and dismissive, and who says the prices charged differed from those listed on the menu. One reviewer suggests taking a chicken sandwich to the nearby park for a picnic and also praises the sultani qahwa with mint.
Customer Review Summary
Sandwiches anchor the praise here, especially the liver sandwich, which two reviewers call fresh and really good, with chicken, beef and falafel versions also described as cheap and tasty. Coffee comes close behind, called great and affordable, and one reviewer compares its price to Italy. Others mention a breakfast bean dish also served at lunchtime, traditional Libyan dishes full of flavor, smoothies, shakes, cakes and a fresh salad. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and smiling, and the atmosphere as cozy, authentic and always buzzing. The main complaint comes from one reviewer who visited three times and found the service rude and dismissive, and who says the prices charged differed from those listed on the menu. One reviewer suggests taking a chicken sandwich to the nearby park for a picnic and also praises the sultani qahwa with mint.
Featured reviews
- Grace Thirza
“Best place if you’re looking for affordable coffee. Good service and friendly. Opening times are also great for those up early and going to work.”
- abedow essa
“lovely Libyan cafe with an authentic atmosphere and delicious food. The traditional Libyan dishes are full of flavor, and the snacks pair perfectly with their great coffee. Everything tastes fresh and comforting. A wonderful spot to relax and enjoy real Libyan cuisine.”
- Nas Akh
“Had an artist make my sandwich today , 😄”
- A
“I’ve visited this place three times, and unfortunately, the service has been consistently rude, dismissive and awful. The menu is misleading, as the prices charged are different from what’s listed. While the atmosphere and vibe are nice, the service is shockingly poor, which completely overshadows the positives.”
- Farooq Rashid
“Nice cozy place for sultani Qahwa with mint. Mint tea with mint. Always buzzing with people. Nice place for your picnic in pandorsa park. Take chicken sandwich from here. Fresh salad was nice.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Outdoor seating
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
Show more amenities
- Casual
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Dining options· 4
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Seating
- Atmosphere· 1
- Cosy
- Parking· 2
- Free parking lot
- Parking
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Location
Coffee shops near PONDEROSA CAFE
- 0.4 mi£1–20Wi-Fi / laptopOutdoor seatingVegan options
vegan sandwiches, cakes, coffee
- Albie's Coffee4.84060.7 miWi-Fi / laptopOutdoor seatingVegan options
bagels, albies club bagel, flat white coffee
- 0.9 mi£10–20Outdoor seatingVegan options
cakes, baklava pancakes, butter bean shakshuka
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PONDEROSA CAFEOutdoor seating | 4.8120 | — | — | liver sandwich, chicken sandwich, coffee |
| Gaard Coffee Hide - KelhamWi-Fi / laptop · Outdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.7421 | 0.4 mi | £1–20 | vegan sandwiches, cakes, coffee |
| Albie's CoffeeWi-Fi / laptop · Outdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.8406 | 0.7 mi | — | bagels, albies club bagel, flat white coffee |
| Aesthete Coffee + KitchenOutdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.7481 | 0.9 mi | £10–20 | cakes, baklava pancakes, butter bean shakshuka |
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