10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Lees

"Reached via platform 1B of Sheffield station, the Tap has been instrumental in improving the quality of railway station pubs, not just in this city but nationally. Opened in 2009, it has since spawned several sister venues (most notably the Euston Tap in London) and, more generally, inspired an array of craft beer bars in and around travel hubs. Few are as handsome as this Grade II-listed space."

"An iconic pub near Sheffield station, this gorgeous spot is known for its internationally-inspired selection of beers. Offering fresh pints from across the globe, The Sheffield Tap houses 11 handpulls as well as 14 different keg beers, including some enticing options from their onsite brewery, Tapped Brew Co.."

"Located slap-bang next to the Sheffield's main station, The Tap is a charming boozer with a great beer garden to boot. Sit and watch the world go by, accompanied pints of international ale and their home-brewed craft beer."

"This unique restaurant makes it onto the list weird and wonderful features. Serving an array of vegan, vegetarian food, they serve a full menu of delicious homemade food, locally-sourced tea and coffee, and a wide range of draught craft beer, wines and spirits. Oh, and if you it's name did not give it away, they have board games to play whilst you're waiting for your food."

"With a self-proclaimed mission to make others as passionate as they are about craft beer, Brewdog in Sheffield is certainly one of the best places to drink ale. Open every day until at least midnight, this is a student favourite in Sheffield. You’ll find 22 brew taps from everywhere - local beers to the finest American and European breweries."

"One of the coolest places to drink in Sheffield for craft beer lovers, BrewDog has got everything you need for an excellent evening out. Not only does it have 22 taps of hoppy delights, but this watering hole also makes up some delicious handcrafted pizzas."

"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."

"Nevertheless, it’s a piece of Sheffield history so deserves a quick mention. This building was once home to the legendary Ward’s Brewing Company. The business closed back in 1999, but you can still see the sign and iconic archway at the end of Ecceshall Road."

"Unusually colourful (its orange banquettes and Perspex back-bar give it a look of a 1980s Top of the Pops set), this Dale Street tap-house serves a mix of quality guest beers (Wild Beer, Mikeller, Burning Sky), and Beatnikz’ hop-forward brews, such as I Smash Citra and Generation IPA. The weekday cask ale deals are notable (recently pie ‘n’ a pint £5, Mon/Tues), as is Beatnikz’s ability to bag high-profile guests for its meet-the-brewer events. For instance Arbor Ales and US star Modern Times. Pint from £3.70, beatnikzrepublic.com"

"Beatnikz microbrewery is located in a railway arch in the Green Quarter, and their taproom used to be too. But they closed it last year and moved to a shiny new bar in the Northern Quarter where they’ve just introduced a beer slushie machine. Head in to enjoy their core range of beers."

"The Shahi Masala is situated at the entrance to Salford Quays, 2 mins walking distance to all tram-stops. With a beautiful back drop of the quays, Sha ..."

"If gorgeous food, a fine dining experience and an environment steeped in history are your thing, then make The French your next restaurant of choice. Based within Manchester’s grand Midland Hotel, The French became one of the first UK restaurants to be awarded the honour of a Michelin-star. Since reopening in 2013, and again undergoing refurbishment in 2016, the restaurant has made rapid progress towards once again becoming one of the finest eating destinations in the country."

"The Ivy has long-reigned as one of the most beautiful restaurants not only in Manchester but across the UK. Offering up three floors in the Manchester venue – each with a completely different experience – the restaurant is unbeatable if you’re after a lively date night, with a fantastic atmosphere flowing from floor to floor. On the ground floor, you’ll find a stunning, floral brasserie, the second – a decadent, oriental-inspired Asian restaurant, and on the rooftop – a bright, summery floral terrace also serving the varied brasserie menu."

"The Ivy's terrace made headlines for all the wrong reasons when a fire broke out there just a few months after it opened. It hasn't happened again since though, so you're all good. This bougie London brand is still going strong, despite the pandemic, and its views of the ever-changing skyline are worth a visit even if you can take or leave the food (see Gordo on scathing form when he reviewed The Ivy when it first opened in Manchester)"

"Not satisfied being one of the most gorgeous restaurants in Manchester, The Ivy Spinningfields is offering up Insta-ready puds to match the surroundings. A long-standing feature on their dessert menu, the Chocolate Bombe is a thing of beauty. A hard chocolate shell is turned molten by a hot caramel sauce to reveal a delectable vanilla ice cream and honeycomb core within."

"Created by the lads behind the award-winning Viet Shack next door, Fusion Lab offers up some delicious modern Asian-inspired street food. They used to do the most incredible squid ink fish tacos – lightly battered fish and homemade cucumber and daikon pickles encased in a soft, black wrap – but, alas, these are no longer on the menu. Popular choices include the Korean fried chicken and their twist on the Cubano sandwich, as well as their loaded fries."