Milestone - Sheffield

We made our way over to The Milestone, and I admit I may have judged it too quickly based on a sign advertising a £4.99 daily carvery. At one point, I even asked Mr. Snarky if he wanted to consider another place. The pub was bustling, situated conveniently next to the shopping center and the bus station, with a bit of outdoor seating facing the bus station and plenty of seating inside. It was full of character, not to mention the regulars popping in for a pint. The menu isn’t extensive, but you can certainly grab a meal for under £10—some options even fall below £5. With this in mind, I didn’t have high expectations for my meal; I just wanted something to tide me over until dinner. I chose the Carvery Sandwich, which came filled with meats from the carvery in a bap (which they called a bread cake), some stuffing, roast potatoes, a Yorkshire Pudding, and gravy. Mr. Snarky opted for Bangers and Mash. Our total with two large sodas was just £11. As we sat, we observed that it was a popular spot for shoppers—some enjoying a cup of tea while others stopped for slushies. The staff seemed to know many of the patrons well but were equally friendly to newcomers like us. Our food arrived in good time, and we were surprised by the portion sizes and the presentation! While it might not be gourmet cuisine, we both enjoyed our meals. I went for the mixed meats from the carvery that day—pork and turkey, both generous servings. The gravy was delightful, and the Yorkshire Pudding was tasty, although one side looked slightly burnt. I wasn’t a big fan of the stuffing, and the roasties could have been crispier, but they were a nice alternative to chips. I can't speak for the drinks, but their selection of lager and ale looked impressive. While it may not be a gastropub, the dishes we saw being served—including Fish and Chips, Scampi, and Carvery dinners—looked appealing, and our meals were satisfying. I’d categorize this place as cheap and cheerful—and very convenient. Overall, it was a pleasant surprise!

We initially entered to grab some food, but then we decided to leave and head to the Gypsy Queen instead.

This is a large, unremarkable pub that offers the same typical fare as countless others—standard food and drinks. There's really nothing special about it. It attracts a diverse crowd due to its location near the shopping center, which brings in both younger and older patrons, while in the evenings, it generally sees a more local clientele. I would recommend heading to the Gypsy Queen on the opposite side of the shopping center instead.

We had lunch with some friends and were disappointed by the portion size of the hunter's chicken. I've never encountered such a small chicken breast before. Overall, I would rate the food a 3, service a 4, and atmosphere a 4.

The jam nights are awesome Vegetarian options: They are nice Parking: It's awesome Kid-friendliness: Very kid-friendly Wheelchair accessibility: It is accessible Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Curly Fries, Mini Combo, Breaded Scampi, BBQ Sauce, Chocolate Fudge Cake, Chocolate Orange Bread and Botterroris, Mini Potato Waffles, Chicken and Bacon, Sticky Toffee Pudding, Chocolate Brownie, Garlic Bread, Carbonara, Burger and Fries with Cheese, Cheesecake, Steak, Chips, Inferno Sauce, Beef Lasagne, Chicken Tikka Masala Parking space: Plenty of parking Parking options: Free parking lot, Free street parking