Bargepole23 337 #1 Posted October 4, 2017 https://m.facebook.com/Swankys-Bistro-and-Bar-1819987761625310/?locale2=en_GB Just up Ecclesall Rd from Hunters Bar, where the curry house, the name of which I have already forgot, used to be until a few months ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
happyaslarry 13 #2 Posted October 6, 2017 It's on the site of the Ambar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
DerbyTup 10 #3 Posted October 8, 2017 Is this anything to do with "Swanky Franks" the burger bar at Woodseats which shot to fame due to fake reviews on TripAdvisor and became Sheffield's No. 1 restaurant apparently? If so, expect a glut of fake reviews on TripAdvisor when it opens and watch it soar to No.1 restaurant in Sheffield again maybe? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Bargepole23 337 #4 Posted October 8, 2017 Is this anything to do with "Swanky Franks" the burger bar at Woodseats which shot to fame due to fake reviews on TripAdvisor and became Sheffield's No. 1 restaurant apparently? If so, expect a glut of fake reviews on TripAdvisor when it opens and watch it soar to No.1 restaurant in Sheffield again maybe? Not that I know of. The new place on Ecclesall Rd looks a bit unappealing, smoked glass windows and a garish sign, but time will tell. Might look a bit more inviting once it's lit inside. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
bungleboy69 101 #5 Posted November 6, 2017 There are signs in the window saying Opening soon. Chef required. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
bungleboy69 101 #6 Posted December 2, 2017 Update 2 December. Still not open.... if they don't open soon they'll miss out on one of the best times of year to open and make some money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Bargepole23 337 #7 Posted September 24, 2019 New restaurant opened on this site, https://www.turnipandthyme.co.uk/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
DerbyTup 10 #8 Posted October 7, 2019 On 24/09/2019 at 12:35, Bargepole23 said: New restaurant opened on this site, https://www.turnipandthyme.co.uk/ Thanks for posting. The food looks nicely presented and I hope they do well with it. Not the greatest of locations though, not so easy to park around there and it's easy to miss it as you drive past. I was amazed the old Ambar survived so long there - I think they had a long-established clientele that remained faithful to them over the years. At this end of Ecclesall Road it's less about students and perhaps more about folks seeking a bit more specialist dining. They will have stiff competition from the Olive restaurant a few doors away. I wish them well with it anyhow - I think they'll need to make a concerted effort to raise awareness and interest in it and offer something a bit different to some of the more established places on that stretch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Borista336 0 #9 Posted October 7, 2019 32 minutes ago, DerbyTup said: Thanks for posting. The food looks nicely presented and I hope they do well with it. Not the greatest of locations though, not so easy to park around there and it's easy to miss it as you drive past. I was amazed the old Ambar survived so long there - I think they had a long-established clientele that remained faithful to them over the years. At this end of Ecclesall Road it's less about students and perhaps more about folks seeking a bit more specialist dining. They will have stiff competition from the Olive restaurant a few doors away. I wish them well with it anyhow - I think they'll need to make a concerted effort to raise awareness and interest in it and offer something a bit different to some of the more established places on that stretch. very difficult location not thought out as you say limited parking and a busy section of road to stop on, plenty of competition near thats more accessible. think it will struggle to do the turnover to make it work unfortunately. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Bargepole23 337 #10 Posted October 7, 2019 1 hour ago, DerbyTup said: Thanks for posting. The food looks nicely presented and I hope they do well with it. Not the greatest of locations though, not so easy to park around there and it's easy to miss it as you drive past. I was amazed the old Ambar survived so long there - I think they had a long-established clientele that remained faithful to them over the years. At this end of Ecclesall Road it's less about students and perhaps more about folks seeking a bit more specialist dining. They will have stiff competition from the Olive restaurant a few doors away. I wish them well with it anyhow - I think they'll need to make a concerted effort to raise awareness and interest in it and offer something a bit different to some of the more established places on that stretch. Olive seems to be lasting better than some of the other places that have occupied that spot. I haven't been in myself but from the menu it looks like simple food at prices that aren't offputting for a casual family meal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...