A charming new French cafe has opened its doors in Sheffield, bringing a little je ne sais quoi to the Steel City.
Aux Bon Vivant comes from Zara and Pierre - partners in both business and life - and is promising all-day drinking, dining, and deli.
The new Campo Lane business opened its doors at the tail end of 2025 and has already become a local favourite, thanks to its varied offering and Pierre’s exceptional cooking.
As you enter the cosy space you’re faced with a huge deli counter, packed with meats, cheeses, fresh French sandwiches (including a 10/10 jambon-beurre), and pastries, including enormous flaky croissants and homemade tarts.
So far, so French - and that continues with the decor of the main restaurant, which features pendant lights made out of wine boxes, a wall of wine, and plenty of personal trinkets.
Even the gravel outside is French - Pierre has arranged blue, white, red pebbles beneath the windows.
Inside Aux Bon Vivant
The couple, who welcomed a brand-new baby boy into the world around the same time they opening the business, want Aux Bon Vivant to feel like a welcoming home for everyone who pops in, whether you want to sit with a coffee and get some work done, or while away an afternoon eating hearty food with a great glass of wine.
The plan is to recreate the French village way of life here in Sheffield, with welcoming hospitality that extends all the way to the end of your meal when Pierre comes at you brandishing a gigantic bottle of Chartreuse.
As for that menu - it centres around a traditional plat du jour, dreamt up by Pierre based on whatever the best produce he can get that day is.
Expect French favourites like galette, French onion soup, and an almighty croque monsieur, where top-quality bread is layered with ham, cheese, and bechemal sauce.
When we popped in, Pierre also served up whole roasted onions stuffed with pork and herbs, and a phenomenal gnocchi dish with a mushroom cream sauce, baked so the edges are all delightfully sticky.
Pierre says the restaurant is all about 'generous food, simple, and everyone can understand what we're doing'.
He added: "We're not chasing the trends, we need to be more home comfort.
"You come, you enjoy, you relax. It's like a break on your day, and after you can restart."
Aux Bon Vivant is now open on Campo Lane, serving coffees and pastries through to takeaway lunches and full bistro meals.
You may have popped into JH Mann on Sharrow Vale for your fish, but have you ever been for lunch?
Founded by the Mann family in 1921, this fishmonger has been a part of Sheffield's high street for over a decade.
The business was taken over by chefs Christian Szurko and Scott Mills in 2005, and what unfollowed was something very special indeed.
JH Mann of course sells all the fresh fish and seafood you could think of, as well as a fabulous selection of fish pies, fish stocks and other fish-related products.
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But if you don’t fancy taking it home to cook, they’ll even cook it for you themselves.
Sister venue to top seafood spot Native that they opened in 2021, you just know it’s going to be good but let us tell you, it smashes ‘good’ out of the park.
The concept is simple and lacking any frills, but that's how we like it.
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Simply take a pick of what’s on offer, whether that be oysters, tuna, scallops, salmon, and they’ll cook it up with whatever they’ve got that day. It could be with their homemade chilli oil, their caper butter or melted into an unctuous risotto - and the best part is, they’re charging shop prices instead of restaurant prices.
The aim is to get people eating and trying more fish, which is easier to do when you're not paying top dollar for it.
There aren't many seats but if you get a spot overlooking the street, then you're in for a glorious afternoon of eating delicious fish and people watching.
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Of course it is just a fishmongers, so you don't have a working bar. But you are encouraged to support the nearby local businesses, like grabbing a bottle of white wine to go with your oysters from independent wine shop Staremoreboss which is literally next door.
They've even got a dedicated fridge section for people dining at JH Mann and have all the fish-wine pairings you could desire.
This really is a special place, it feels like an exclusive lunch club that you want to be a member of time, and time again.
They're open Tuesday - Saturday and lunch is served between 11-3pm.
Sheffield restaurant JÖRO has said it’s ‘incredibly proud’ after being awarded a coveted Michelin star
Clementine Hall
It's fantastic news for our city's food scene, as Restaurant JÖRO has been awarded a Michelin star.
Not only is it a huge triumph for JÖRO, but it is also a massive win for Sheffield as the award breaks a decade-long drought.
Often hailed as the city's best restaurant, JÖRO is run by husband-and-wife team Luke French and Stacey Sherwood.
Born in December 2016 in Sheffield's ultra trendy Kelham Island area, JÖRO (which is Old Norse for 'earth') quickly became the city’s first Michelin Bib Gourmand before then collecting three AA Rosettes and an entry in the 2025 Michelin Guide.
It is loved by critics all over the country, so it's safe to say this Michelin star is absolutely well and truly deserved.
The space has just 11 tables, and their food is focused on top ingredients, purity and locality.
The space is light and airy, no dress code necessary with an inviting open kitchen that entices you to sneak a peek.
But, don't just take our word for it. Here's what the guide has to say: "JÖRO’s relocation to this 300-year-old former mill on the edge of Sheffield has certainly been a labour of love. The building has been smartly converted, with bedrooms available upstairs and an open kitchen in the dining room.
"The cooking is pure and occasionally playful, with the quality ingredients treated with respect and understanding. Just take the Vale of Mowbray hogget, for example, enhanced by a mint-tinged lamb jus, a bright tomato and chipotle cream, and a vibrant caponata.
"The excellent service is a real team effort, with every person brimming with enthusiasm."
A whole flood of love for JÖRO has been posted online, including that from the team themselves. Announcing the news to Instagram, they said: "Wow! We are absolutely thrilled to announce that JÖRO has been awarded One MICHELIN Star at last night's Michelin Guide ceremony.
"We are incredibly proud of this recognition and as we enter our 10th year, we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate our team’s success. Hard work makes the dream work."
A huge congratulations to Luke, Stacey and the team - we couldn't think of anywhere more deserving. Cheers to you!
Daisy Jackson -
26th January 2026 
