Public

Public is an acclaimed table-service cocktail bar hidden beneath Sheffield Town Hall in a former gents' lavatory, now transformed into a sophisticated 40-seat venue at 23-55 Surrey Street. The intimate space blends period details—original tiles from its working-bathroom past—with contemporary luxury through plush teal booths and gold-edged tables. The bar has earned recognition as the best place to drink in the UK in 2018 and appears on the Top 50 Cocktail Bars lists for 2022 and 2023. The drink menus emphasise locality and premium produce with cleverly crafted cocktails using homemade infusions and lesser-used ingredients. Two distinct sections include the Public Footpath with locally-grounded recipes and Public Health featuring non-alcoholic cocktails. First-come-first-serve seating encourages booking ahead despite welcoming walk-ins.