Despite its urban location near the heart of Sheffield, The Robin Hood at Stannington cleverly poses as a rural retreat. Hidden away right at the top of a winding tree-lined avenue, the pub appears as if by magic, just at the point you think you may have taken a wrong turning.The stone-flagged dining area has a comfortable, homely feel and is run by manager Carl Grayson and head chef Peter Wilkinson. In the time they have been at The Robin Hood they have built up a reputation for providing fantastic food at reasonable prices. Their menu has an excellent choice of dishes to suit every taste and is complemented by an extensive wine list, plus a bar stocked with a selection of real ales. The pair are committed to using local produce wherever possible and this shows in the taste and quality of the dishes, providing uncomplicated yet creative cuisine that is a delight to both the eye and the palate.With such a mouth-watering selection, we had difficulty deciding what to sample. My wife started with grilled goats cheese and Mediterranean vegetable bruschetta with pesto, while I opted for the smoked sausage, spinach and French cheese tartiflette (baked in a pot) with roasted garlic bread. Both were excellently prepared, extremely well presented and paved the way for the superb main courses we had chosen. Chicken breast wrapped in bacon, stuffed with cheese, served with mashed potato, sauted spinach and a light sauce, and an 8oz beefburger with smoked cheese on dressed ciabatta, chips and onion rings. To finish off a perfect evening we enjoyed desserts of fruit crumble with vanilla ice cream and cheesecake and sorbet with aromatic coffee.With food and service of the quality we experienced, its no surprise to learn that The Robin Hood is proving an increasingly popular destination for both locals and tourists alike, buzzing with the happy chatter of a well-satisfied clientele.
© Food & Drink Guide At the end of a winding country lane is a real local treat, The Robin Hood Inn, and youll be delighted to discover its only a 15-minute drive from the centre of Sheffield. Theres been a free house here since the early 1800s and now, thanks to the hard work of the three new owners, its becoming a beacon for local sustainability and a quality pint. Ruth, Carl and Peter are transforming this well-loved tavern, restoring original features and introducing a menu of locally sourced food, with a choice of pub classics at lunch plus a specials board in the evening. The large outdoor spaces surrounding the inn provide ample room for alfresco dining when the weather is warm. We began our evening in the traditional taproom, which serves cask ales brewed locally and from around the country, and soon it was time for the main event. We started with crab risotto, which can also be ordered as a main course, along with possibly the finest soup of the day weve ever tried butternut squash with ginger, served with chunky bread and lashings of butter, it was well balanced and utterly scrumptious. Next we opted for steak and ale pie from the classics menu, and free-range pork chop with parsnip mash from the specials board. We were grateful for the speedy service, as our own chops were salivating after the starters, and the main course dishes did not disappoint. The pie was bursting with chunks of steak, held in by superb pastry, and the chop, sourced from Coppice House Farm just a couple of miles away, was beautifully complemented by cider sauce and sweet tomato fondue. Although the portions were generous, we couldnt help but be tempted by vanilla cheesecake for dessert just one of the classic puddings on offer. The Robin Hood is a highly recommended choice for any occasion and, if you love it as much as we did, youll be delighted to hear that there are four newly refurbished luxury boutique-style guest rooms so, thankfully, your visit doesnt have to end when your meal does.
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs noon-3pm, 5pm-11pm; Fri-Sun noon-midnight; Food Served: Mon-Fri noon- 3pm, 5pm-9pm; Sat noon-9pm; Sun noon-4pm
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