The Barrel Inn in Sheffield

A cosy pub with excellent food. Starters were delicious: soft shell crab and broccoli pakora, and it was nice to have the choice of something a bit different. Then for mains we had the steak pie and fish and chips, both were really good. Service excellent. Left feeling very full and happy. Unfortunately it was a bit misty, so we’ll definitely have to come back to appreciate the view and enjoy another meal.

What a find!! A pub and restaurant that doesn't allow DOGS !! Seen bad reviews for this place, all from dog owners! We don't dislike dogs, but having them in restaurants and bars is unhygienic and unsafe. Bad dog owners, feed dogs from their tables, let them sit on furniture, lay in walkways and worst all, allow them to walk straight in to a public area when they often wet and dirty. Dogs and their owners are welcome in the vast majority of pubs and restaurants, please use them! Let us, who don't want to be surrounded by dogs when we go out for a meal and a drink have one place to go!

We weren’t an easy group to serve as we were arriving from all points of the compass, but the Barrel were extremely accommodating. Service was excellent and the food delicious. Highly recommend.

Since moving to the peaks and living in one of the nearby villages I have visited quite a few times over the last few years. It dawned on me on my last visit that I’ve never written a review considering I love coming here! I visited twice at the end of September for lunch. The food is excellent. One occasion I had the roast beef, absolutely delicious, big Yorkshire, lovely beef, 4 different veg and extra gravy and cauliflower cheese served separately. The other time my partner and I both had the burger. Excellent meal, probably the best burger I have ever had! The bacon on the burger is so tasty. It was served with tempura spring onion which is different. Also the usual fries and coleslaw but also a small dish of caesar salad. My partner highly recommends the blackberry and apple crumble for dessert. I Would definitely recommend visiting the barrel not just for the fantastic views which are amazing but for the delicious food! Staff are friendly and the service is efficient which to me always makes it a nicer experience.

Great pub in a stunning location. Stayed one night as part of a two day motorcycling trip around the Peak District. Food was excellent, as was the Marstons Pedigree. Comfortable room. Will definitely return.

Stayed here for one night as attending a wedding in Eyam, and we will definitely be returning for another stay. Accommodation is really nice, breakfast was exceptional and the staff couldn’t be any better, very professional, helpful and polite. Views from the Barrel Inn are second to none. So glad we found this place

The barrel inn is the perfect place to dine if you are looking for delicious food, amazing service and an even better view! I came on holiday with my partner for a week and the food was so good we ate there every night. The food is amazing and definitely the best we have both had.The staff we experienced and very welcoming would definitely recommend!

Perfektes Essen, leckere Ales - extrem zuvorkommendes Personal. - Zimmer klein aber sehr fein -ich kann dieses Haus nur empfehlen

This is a fine pub with glorious views. Stayed in the Barrel suite which has windows facing that view and is smart and comfortable. Food is excellent and generous, though older people (like us) might appreciate the option of lighter meals. Very much a foody place. If the weather is warm there's plenty of outdoor seating. Lovely, welcoming staff...and excellent breakfasts.

Sunday lunchtime. The weather was a bit cool, windy and a few spots of rain. I hoped to sit inside. We had a pint and a coffee. (£9.10) All the tables were set for Diners, but there were hardly any in at the time. I asked where could we sit? We were told that we could sit outside. Wonderful views Wonderful customer service. Thanks.

Stayed for two nights at this lovely old pub with quite spectacular views. Our room was cosy, all the staff were friendly and helpful, there are great beer choices and we enjoyed a delicious meal on one of the evenings. Couldn’t fault it and would love to return

This place is a little gem with the most beautiful views and perfect food. Nothing bad to say. A proper traditional pub serving great meals, well cooked and piping hot could not fault a thing. Our favorite ace to come on a sunny day and sit outside enjoying the views with a nice cold pint

We visited this place on the 24.06.24 and wasn’t disappointed by the food we ate,we ordered 2 drinks, and liver and onions and I had fish and chips with peas,we really couldn’t fault anything for the quality of the food and the service well done to all involved 👌👍

Not great for beer, (flattish Wainwright pint served below the line) but food is usually excellent and the view if you're sitting outside is lovely (not many inside seats have a good view)...

Visited with friends and had a great meal. Quality was excellent with a good choice on the menu. Surroundings and service were also good. Highly recommend

First time here and the reputation I had heard was well deserved. Very pleasant inside this historic inn and the food was excellent. I can recommend the pies. Good selection of drinks and very well kept beer. Overall an excellent experience

Visited the Barrel Inn after a long walk. And everything was perfect.. I had the best steak pie I have had in my life. The staff were welcoming and polite and Ofcourse the views were amazing. We will be visiting again.

We’ve had a drink here mid walk on several occasions, for us the view is the only draw The Barrel offers. They are not dog friendly, if you have a dog and want food sometimes they will serve it outside sometimes not. Expect rude service and to be ignored at the bar, drinks are also way over priced

Had high hopes for this pub after seeing it on TV, on Great British Pub walks. Drove up here after a long walk in nearby Chatsworth, hoping to have some food. Only two of us, but we had our dog with us- as do lots of walkers in the area. Unfortunately, you can’t take a dog inside this pub. This must be the only pub in the Peak District where dogs are not welcomed. Aside from this, I was very disappointed with the poor selection of beers. Again, Peak District/rural Derbyshire pubs are famed for their selection of quality real ales but this wasn’t the case here. Pedigree (found in every single town pub in the Midlands) or Wainwrights were the only options. Both mass produced, mediocre beers. Surely there should be more? There’s so many local breweries in the area. Ended up having two pints of Guinness, which we drank outside. Luckily it was a glorious evening, so enjoyed the incredible view, which will always draw customers here.

Thank you soo much for a big welcome of our mini bus tour of the peak district pubs. Sorry if we were a bit rowdy yours was the last one of the tour. Pub looked really good so we will return sometime in the light so we can see the views. Thanks again it was a great day👍

Took us two weekends to find, but omg the views are stunning, food scrumptious, staff friendly & polite will definitely be going back & will bring friends with us. Fully recommend Sunday roast

Tucked away near Eyam is this understated gem of a gastropub. Unfussy, yet superb food. Well priced. Excellent service.

The only reason not to give 5 stars is because we were seated , group of 6 adults, in a tiny “ nook “ next to the bar that would more reasonably had seated 4 ( we are average size). We had to move our chairs to be at the corners in order to fit around. No one helped us do that . We did ask if there was another table available but there wasn’t. That did mar our overall experience. But. The good stuff. The place was packed and bustling but not over loud. And for us it was so fabulous to eat in a dog free space. That’s really important to us as a family with allergies. And importantly the food. Between us we had roast dinners - beef and lamb, shepherds pie and fish / chips ( with an egg which was unusual ). The meats in particular were excellent - as was the mash. The well portioned meats ( three good slices - succulent and soft ) came with relatively small portions of cabbage , a carrot , a parsnip , two florets of cauliflower and a a small roast potato. Plus a large Yorkshire pudding. The pie had a side of broccoli. We only had one round of soft drinks - with a £12 tip the bill was £145. That felt reasonable.

We regularly go to The Barrel Inn however we took friends for their wedding anniversary and the food and service was fantastic. A really warm and friendly atmosphere . I had lambs liver which melted in the mouth and friends had the steak pie which they were very impressed with. The panacotta was superb!

What a fantastic pub this is. It has the atmosphere and coziness of a country pub, with absolutely delicious food. Every dish (starters, mains and desserts) were full of flavour and perfectly cooked. The steak pie was one of the best I have had in many years, and all the accompaniments were perfect. The real ale is kept and served perfectly as well, and the service was excellent. Everyone was so friendly and pleasant, and they even gave us a plant each to take home. We will definitely be returning to this absolute gem. Would love to come back in the summer and sit outside and enjoy the view. 10/10

Delicious food with a choice of either roast beef, roast lamb, roast pork with perfect yorkies! The staff were amazing & attentitive with a little flower gift on each table to take away. A lovely thought on Mothering Sunday.... such a special day.

Wonderful views and meals a cut above the average. I have been three times now and am looking forward to returning again. It’s a great experience.

Best Sunday lunch ever tasted! Visited with a friend. Absolutely delicious lunch. The pork was so tender. Finished with crumble! Absolutely perfect.

The food was amazing, we had 9 empty plates, the starters , mains and deserts delicious, I’m sure in the daytime it has fantastic views over the countryside .

This pub is really up there as one of my favs in the UK. Stayed here three times now after a long walk over the peaks. Can’t recommend it highly enough. Staff are lovely, food is delicious, bed was comfy, shower was great and the view out the front is beautiful. The steak pie last night was really tasty. This inn really sets the benchmark for others to follow. See you next year!

Amazing views and pub.like going back in time .well worth a visit .only had a drink but the meals being served looked SUPERB.roaring fires and exposed beams .beautiful

Not a great start as we were a little late due to closed road diversions so, knowing we were up against the clock, we skipped the first course. For mains one of us had the roast beef, which was served only medium rare, luckily what we wanted but made clear there was no choice. Very tasty though. Roasties disappointing as they seemed to be new potatoes that had been put in the oven for a while. Yorkshire pudding was ok but had a strange cheese sauce in the bottom for some reason. Almost sacrilegious with Yorkshire being so near! Hand raised steak pie was really good, full of massive, tender pieces of steak, served with fab chips, apparently cooked not once, not twice, but three times. We blame Heston Blumenthal and his Fat Duck … Did feel that we were hurried as they had another (very impatient, clucking at the bar) party after exactly 2 hours. The waitress actually stood over us with her credit card machine. We asked if we could sit in the bar to have coffees but no, we had to leave …..

This little gem never fails to impress. Our lunch today, 6th January 2024, was absolutely superb, brilliant greeting by happy, cheerful staff, lovely winter fire burning , prompt service, amazing food served hot and well presented, My husband said the beer was gorgeous. Excellent value all round

The Barrel Inn - 10/10! - We came back to the Barrel Inn on Wed 13th December, this time to feast from the Festive Menu. I had the best Turkey lunch ever, my hubbie had the belly pork and he was delighted too. Then onto Mrs Cone's Christmas pudding with rum sauce and rum'n raisin icecream - just sumptuous. The staff are always lovely and a model of efficiency. The views from the Barrel are gorgeous - it's my favourite pub - always worth the drive out of Sheffield.

Had lunch here after a morning walk with friends. The place was chosen after an earlier excellent visit. This time food was ordered from the Christmas menu, this had some great dishes and from these we picked the Pork Belly and the Turkey, both were excellent, tasty and well presented. From the sweet menu Christmas Pudding, Apple Crumble and Warm Brie with Walnut Cake, the latter being an unexpected delight. All in all great surroundings, great service and great food.

Just back from a lovely weekend stay at the Barrel Inn. The Barrel Inn is a family run business and the hosts, Phil and Diane are warm and friendly with plenty of time to chat. The food is of a high standard with a varied menu. Try the plate of pig if you like pork belly. Breakfast, where do I start. Plenty of choice and the full english will set you up for the day. The Inn is kept very clean and the rooms are spotless. A special thanks to all the staff, particulately Allison and Boaz for looking after us during our stay. Plenty of parking with probably the best views in the UK. We look forward to seeing you all again soon.

Just had a lucky find, stayed 3 nights at this wonderful old inn. We couldn’t have been looked after any better. We had a really lovely room, should be 5 star not 3 star. Food was excellent, had 3 breakfasts and 3 evening meals. Food on every meal was excellent. Would definitely return and highly recommend it.

Dined at this wonderful pub and couldn't have had a more flavoursome, perfectly cooked, well balanced meal. Sardines and Venison Tartar were exceptional. Pig Plate immense. Lovely wines, warm and cosy environment and very friendly staff. Highly recommend.

I've rated this review 5-stars in spite of some disappointment yesterday - because of the superb response from the owner, Phil Cone. We've found The Barrel Inn consistently excellent in friendly service and delicious food over the last year or so, since we first visited. Back in August, we came for our wedding anniversary having booked the Chateaubriand - which was excellent. Yesterday, we arrived hoping to have a steak pie each, only to find they had just sold out! Instead, I chose the Chicken Kiev - which was tasty, tender and plentiful! However, my wife chose the Homity Pie, which turned out to be rather tasteless, and worse, undercooked - to the extent that the celeriac was too hard to chew, and the leeks too tough to cut! When we mentioned her big disappointment to Phil, he immediately apologised, checked out the dish, and took responsibility for my wife's poor experience, offering to remedy the issue. Not only that, but he brought us a sample of the Venison Tar Tar starter (venison is a favourite of mine, but neither of us are very keen on Tar Tar meat generally). But this dish we both enjoyed, and would highly recommend it! We finished up with a couple of desserts (fruit crumble and panna cota), which as usual were outstanding. We're looking forward to our next visit!

A fantastic lunch with a welcoming real fire on the worse weather day of the year so far. After an 'adventurous' journey to get there we received a warm welcome and quickly supplied with drinks and menu. Our choices were all perfectly cooked and delicious. Venison was absolutely perfect and I enjoyed my gluten free shepherd's pie. I'd say to anyone who queries the pricing that this hotel's food is definitely not over priced . The sheer quality of the ingredients, a highly skilled chef and standard of the food are all exceptionally good for the prices. A visit to the Barrell on a recommendation certainly didn't disappoint.

Location was perfect! Coming from a cold walk and walked into a room of warmth and fires which I loved. The service was lovely and professional a young lad and girl. Very attentive and no waiting around. Food was spot on. Good amount of waiting time. Presentation, taste, portion size was great. I had the shepards pie and my partner had the burger. Really hot and properly made fresh food. Really hard to find a place that does simple dishes well and food that isn’t processed or frozen. Definitely coming back again.

Four of us had lunch here after a mornings walking. We were greeted by friendly staff and soon shown to our reserved table. There are a good selection of drinks on offer and the menu also did not disappoint. Drinks order taken at table while we reviewed the menu. We were given a few minutes to decide on our choices. Food was soon served and was all of excellent quality. Dishes of note were Chicken breast with black pudding croquet and wild mushroom sauce. Also the lamb rump, both these meals were from the daily specials. Overall a very enjoyable and tasty lunch.

We have visited for years and know the family behind The Barrel. Oh for the days when the fish served resembled a whale (our joke) and tasted delicious. On our visit last evening the fish has shrunk to a quarter of what it used to be. Similarly with the peas-Perhaps a desert spoon full. I can concur with a previous reviewer about being rushed from starter to main course. We had 2 attempts to take our starters away before we had finished ! These days the owners limit bookings for meal last orders at 7.45. They seem to want to squash diners into a 2 hour window in the evening, presumably to be able to close early & cut overheads ? We left the pub before 9pm and only one table was still occupied. No doubt the pub will close not long after. Seems like the bar only drinkers are discouraged. They used to add to the atmosphere, which is now sadly missing.

Visiting the area for a few days and looking out for local landmarks, we found the Barrel Inn mentioned as the highest pub in Derbyshire, boasting fantastic views of 5 counties. Portrayed as a welcoming traditional Derbyshire country inn with old worldly charm, we decided...

We went for Sunday lunch to celebrate a birthday. The menu is good and the cauliflower soup was excellent. The roast lamb was all one would expect although it did feel as though they were trying to rush us as it arrived as soon as...

Delicious Sunday dinner. The flavours are very well thought through and work we together. The service was also excellent 👌

Arrived on a sunny late afternoon after a long drive down from Gallashiels. We were warmly welcomed to this pretty Inn set high up above 5 counties. We decided on a shortish walk rather than the 10mile one considered for the following day as a...

I brought my partner to The Barrel Inn for his birthday weekend. We stayed for 2 nights b&b and had a meal in the restaurant on both evenings and we are already looking forward to coming back! The setting is exquisite and our spacious room...

Outstanding and generous Sunday roast- a long way from the leathery roast potatoes and Bisto gravy of old. Spoiled only by the bland background music- can't people manage without these days?

Absolutely shocking pub… used to be amazing years ago were groups of people with dogs could go in and now they don’t serve people who have dogs inside. Avoid this pub like the plague if you have a dog. Great views pity about the pub....

Fabulous location, well kept and clean. The food was absolutely lovely. I had the lamb rump which beautifully presented and very tasty.

Yet again superb quality,warm welcome excellent food, very professional staff cannot recommend enough this secret little gem.

Disappointing to be fair! Was really looking forward to a great sunday lunch as part of a birthday celebration. Very over priced for the portion sizes. Very small amount of mash potato with 2 small or even half roast potatoes. Veg on the plate was...

We popped in on a whim on a busy Sunday afternoon without a booking, but a member of staff very kindly managed to squeeze us in. The roast dinners were lovely, and the service prompt and friendly.

We visited this restaurant one Sunday lunch as a group of five to celebrate a birthday and due to a recommendation. We made the mistake of not booking beforehand but the welcoming manager sorted us a table which we were very grateful for. The waitresses...

We went for dinner here last night and found the stunning location matched by the quality of the food and service. The menu caters competently for those with food sensitivities and allergies and was generously proportioned, beautifully cooked and well presented. The staff were friendly,...

2 lovely evenings here - great menu, beautifully prepared food, friendly and attentive staff, amazing views. Thank you!

Lovely meal, friendly service. Interesting menu, with interesting variations on classic dishes. Our cod with prawn veloute and asparagus was exceptional, thank you.

Good food, good service, (even though they were obviously run off their feet on a hot sunny May day) AMAZING views. Would highly recommend.

Fabulous views on a clear day, this is a beautiful pub in a great location for day trips or evening drive. Food is excellent the ham,chicken and mushroom pie was to die for, absolutely massive served with fresh veg and lovely well cooked chips 👍...

Came here with friends after attending Chatsworth. The view from the seating area outside is spectacular. You get a fabulous view and feel on top of the world. The homemade pies are really worth trying. I had the chicken,ham and mushroom and it was scrumptious....

We booked in for Sunday lunch only the day before. The pub owner at first informed us that there was no availability but then squeezed us in for late lunch at 4.30pm. We ordered 3 roast beef and 1 lamb. The service and quality was...

I had dinner here after a long day's hike. The location and environment are very nice, view is amazing outside the pub. The food is spectacular with nice service.

We ate here twice during a recent visit to the area. It was so good the first time we returned with friends. The food was excellent on both nights. Two of our party had mobility issues and my husband has an Assistance Dog. We were...

The Barrel Inn is set high in the hills which gives it a distinct advantage in terms of view. However, that is about it for this gastropub wannabe which doesn't allow dogs and appears to resent walkers. Food tastes alright, but is vastly overpriced. Drinks...

Superb quality and good service. Good value for money. Fabulous historical pub and the views are amazing. We will return in the summer to enjoy sitting outside.

Went for lunch today. The pub was warm ( important, many are flipping freezing) so that was much appreciated. Service was 100% perfect, quick, attentive, friendly and unobtrusive . Fairly short menu for lunch / not always a bad thing though as the food was...

although the pub advertises as dog friendly we were not allowed to give our pet a drink from her own water dish, [we had been out on a long walk] although it was not in anyone's way but under the table

Blown away by the Barrel Inn, a proper oldy-worldy, family-run pub with a truly authentic feel and a gorgeous atmosphere. Delicious food & hearty portions. Attentive staff and great, accommodating service. Can't recommend the Risotto enough - delicious. A meal I'll remember for a long...

We booked two rooms for two nights- and wow!- what an amazing stay! We were on a hiking break so wanted somewhere comfortable with great food and this Inn surpassed all expectations. we had a wonderful stay- thank you! The breakfasts were delicious especially the...

Only ever been here for a drink but booked a table for lunch to try it out…. So glad I did as the food was absolutely delicious! Great menu with something for everyone. I had the burger which was topped amazing tasting bacon and lovely...

Excellent food and atmosphere in the warmth of the highest pub in England. Gastronomic food cooked to a very high standard and served with a smile. They understand my dietary requirements (gluten free coeliac) and gave sound advice on what was possible. Good wine list...

Just back from a two night stay at the Barrel Inn and couldn’t wait to get back to write this review. The stay was booked by my OH for my 50th birthday. The room was exquisite. Really clean and modern with plenty of room. A...

We had a fantastic lunch here yesterday. The staff were super friendly and helpful and the food and wine were gorgeous. We had the venison steak and the venison burger, both were beautifully cooked and presented. The pub was warm and welcoming with fires lit...

Came up for a quick meal, I had the Pie, what can I say, fantastic, the meal was delightful, service very very good, met one of the chiefs Matt, what a delightful guy. Will come again most definitely

We arrived on a lovely autumn Saturday morning on a road trip out with friends in our MX5’s, we had been before several times, our friend had not. We parked and admired the view and decided to go in for a drink, the welcome was...

Wow, amazing place!! Travelled from Lincoln to nearby and this was my overnight stop will definitely be back! Food and accommodation was top notch and staff very friendly and accommodating. And the views......

Super family lunch here on a Saturday, enjoyed all 3 courses from the carte. Would happily visit again.

We dined at the pub twice. The service was excellent. We enjoyed the atmosphere and were comfortable with the helpful staff. The dishes were overall well prepared and tasty. There was only one exception - the pigeon was served as a whole bird, the skin...

Spectacular, extraordinary menu, delivered on expectations and wonderful front of house customer service. Nice touch with owner passing by tables. We will be back as a destination stop. Nothing too much trouble and we loved it: especially following a disappointing meal at a different location...

Great location in the Peak District with views to die for. Decent sized car park for its location. Visited on a hot, sunny Sunday. Was very busy as could be expected. Service was great, menu selection was good. We both had Sunday roast. Absolutely superb,...

If your in the area well worth a visit, although a little difficult to find. Food excellent as was the service. Views to die for across Hope valley, will be back again for sure.

We have just returned from a 2 night stay at The Barrel Inn Bretton,the accommodation was excellent,the food superb,the staff are so lovely as for the views they are exceptional. So looking forward to our next visit.

Have been coming here for years and the menu is always first class. Sadly this time the old favourites of pies were not available anymore and less choice generally. Hope this isn't going to be the new normal! Also thankful that mask mandates vanished early...

We recently stayed at the Barrel Inn for 7 nights while in England visiting family. The place was delightful. The room was updated and well appointed. The views were out of this world. During our visit we ate in the restaurant several times. The Fish...

A friend and I have just spent 3 nights there and what a great time was had ,everything was top notch from the location/the friendly staff/the accommodation/the food 5 star all the way ,can’t wait to return .Thank u to the Landlord and Lady who...

Our time in the UK was lovely as we stayed at The Barrel Inn. The food is exceptional, the accommodations are updated, clean and comfortable. The view of the valley is stunning. Our family recommended The Barrel and we could not have been more pleased....

We’d had an awful experience at another pub in the area and left. We drove around trying to find somewhere that wasn’t fully booked. The Barrel was our 4th attempt and despite being about to stop serving food, they squeezed us in. All the staff,...

This was our 5th visit this year and each time we’ve all been super impressed. It was super busy as it was the Bank Holiday but still very organised and lovely food, with all staff helping each other. Prices seem to have gone up slightly...

A group of friends stopped here for a pint whilst on a walk to Hathersage. The beer, once we were served and it took a while, was well kept but expensive. It appears that this pub concentrates on food trade and that drinkers are tolerated...

The food has always been so good when we come here. We are locals and we come regularly. We have tried a range of dishes and always been happy. The venison was so good, as was the pork stroganoff and lasagna. Delicious desserts. And a...

We have visited the pub on several occasions in the past few years and food has always been good. However yesterday the food was poor. Home cooked chips have now been replaced by cheap fries and baguette replaced with a very cheap bread roll which...

Disappointed after recommendations from friends,pub looks very nice and my wife was happy with her chicken dish. 2 of us had the meat pie ,small and very ordinary,chips of the frozen variety. Beer flat which the lady changed for another with a small head which...

The cab driver who took us from Buxton Station to our B&B in Tideswell recommended The Barrel Inn for dining and a great view from the top of the peak. He wasn't wrong. We went one evening for dinner with friends who had a car....

Called in for a pint and lunch but told "we don't allow dogs". Must be the only place around that doesn't.

Friendly staff and although we did try and book 4 days ahead for Sunday lunch we could get in, so we just nipped in 4 coffee x

The view across the valley and the sunset was worth the bike ride up. Staff are lovely, food wise the pie and scampi hit the spot. Not a bad selection of beer either. Excellent.

I went for Sunday lunch at The Barrel with my daughters, for a dad and daughters day, and they're a little fussy, but they adored their Sunday roast and the Yorkshire puddings are their favourites of any place anywhere! I enjoyed a really HUGE fish...

We really enjoyed our evening meal .Lovely open fire and excellent service. Both of us chose the lamb course followed by Bakewell Pudding. Quality food accompanied by terrific beer and wine. Roger and Sara Mitchell

Great location, service, menu, price and selection of beer, it was dark but the view from the seating area outside is stunning 👍