
Rafters Restaurant
Quick info
About Rafters Restaurant
Rafters Restaurant serves British cuisine on Oakbrook Rd in Sheffield, with exposed brick walls forming part of the dining room. The kitchen runs a tasting menu format, structured across multiple courses, with wine pairing selections offered alongside. A vegan tasting menu is also available, running to 10 courses for guests who want that option. The room is small, and the 21-dish menu draws on a fine dining approach within the British and English style listed for the restaurant. It opens Wednesday to Saturday and stays closed Mondays, Tuesdays and Sundays. Reservations are recommended given the scale of the space and the course-by-course format. Wine features on the list to accompany the tasting menus.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking
- DietaryServes vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
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- Wine
- Salt Baked Celeriac
- Confit Garlic Hummus Crudite
- Cornish Monkfish Thai Curry
- Highland Venison
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tasting menu, wine pairings, special-occasion dining and vegan tasting menu.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tasting menu, wine pairings, special-occasion dining and vegan tasting menu.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently return for the tasting menu, especially the vegan ten course version, calling it outstanding from start to finish and praising the wine pairings as interesting and perfectly selected. Close behind, the service draws repeated praise, with several describing the team as attentive, knowledgeable and anticipatory, including a sommelier who guided wine choices and a front of house team who coordinated smoothly with the kitchen. Diners frequently mark the restaurant for anniversaries and special occasions, noting the small, intimate setting and a relaxed, smart casual atmosphere. One reviewer flagged that certain dishes could use some balancing, though they still called the overall experience very good. Several note it isn't cheap but describe it as worth it for the level of experience, and one diner recalls the menu being personalised with their name for the visit.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently return for the tasting menu, especially the vegan ten course version, calling it outstanding from start to finish and praising the wine pairings as interesting and perfectly selected. Close behind, the service draws repeated praise, with several describing the team as attentive, knowledgeable and anticipatory, including a sommelier who guided wine choices and a front of house team who coordinated smoothly with the kitchen. Diners frequently mark the restaurant for anniversaries and special occasions, noting the small, intimate setting and a relaxed, smart casual atmosphere. One reviewer flagged that certain dishes could use some balancing, though they still called the overall experience very good. Several note it isn't cheap but describe it as worth it for the level of experience, and one diner recalls the menu being personalised with their name for the visit.
Featured reviews
- Katy Wright
“Stunning, elegant food bursting with vibrant flavours that take your senses to culinary heaven. The craftsmanship in every dish oozes sophistication and finesse, with every element beautifully executed. Worth every penny, this restaurant …”
- Jamie Leighh
“Absolutely amazing! Ben was lovely, friendly, professional and knowledgeable about all the dishes served! Impeccable flavours and presentation. We will definitely be coming back and recommend to all that fancy something a little different and memorable!”
- Toby K
“We came here for our first wedding anniversary and can confirm that Rafters entirely justifies the stellar reputation it enjoys. We were seen to by Nathan (sommelier), Will, Moby and Ben (FOH) and Dan and Sam (kitchen) and I've never had such attentive and anticipatory service before. This is not my first time in an upmarket restaurant and this was by far the best service I've ever had. The entire team were very knowledgeable and excellent at swooping in just as we needed anything. We had a vegan 10 course menu which was outstanding start to finish. Vegan food is not always the easiest to keep engaging but every dish was knockout here. An interesting and varied menu which I thoroughly enjoyed, with some excellent wine recommended by Nathan. Atmosphere was relaxed and smart casual. It's a small, intimate venue ideal for special occasions. Overall very happy indeed. It's not cheap but for the level of experience it was unquestionably worth it. If you're considering it I would strongly advise just pulling the trigger. We will absolutely be returning in the future.”
- james parramore
“Every course excellent. Wine pairings and information interesting and perfect selections. Took my boys for their first try of higher end dining and they were just blown away by the experience, service and flavours.”
- Sophie
“We had a gorgeous experience here for our 7 year anniversary. The service is fantastic and the courses were interesting and delicious. Would love to come back!”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- ,
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
“Restaurant with exposed brick walls and classic decor and serving creative modern global cuisine.”
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
Amenities
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Serves dine-in
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
Show more amenities
- Serves coffee
- Serves spirits
- Serves lunch
- Serves dessert
- Has table service
- Has toilet
- Dining options· 1
- Serves dinner
- Atmosphere· 4
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Popular for· 2
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Planning· 3
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Offerings· 2
- Serves cocktails
- Serves wine
- Highlights· 2
- Serves great cocktails
- Has great wine list
Location
How Rafters Restaurant compares to nearby restaurants
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Rafters Restaurant This shop | Turnip & Thyme | Six and a half | Nando's Sheffield - Crystal Peaks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9(432) | 4.8(227) | 4.8(98) | 4.3(72) | |
| Price | £80–90 | £30–50 | £50–90 | — |
| Distance | — | 0.7 mi | 1.1 mi | 7.2 mi |
| Open today | ||||
| Vegetarian options | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Good for kids | — | ✓ | — | ✓ |
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