The story
On Leopold Street in Sheffield city centre, Grazie is a family-run Italian spot that has earned high praise from local critic Only Scrans, who recently called it “one of the best Italian dining experiences in the UK.” The Vitale family’s passion and commitment to authentic Puglian cuisine shine through, with handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and a welcoming atmosphere defining the experience.
Every dish on the table earned a thumbs-up, from the Polpette di Pane and Carciofi Fritti to the Burrata con Ravanelli e Pesca. The Gamberi con Mafaldine e 'Nduja and Pasta con Guanciale e Merluzzo Nero were also singled out, alongside a glass of Drago Primitiva. For those seeking genuine Italian cooking in a lively setting, Grazie delivers on all fronts.
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Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 6 dish mentions say about the food
Crisp, golden carciofi fritti steal the show at Grazie, where the overall vibe is warm and unpretentious, making every bite feel like a cozy Italian embrace.
“Deep fried artichokes with a special sauce. Holy moly, I've never had artichokes like that before. The artichoke is crispy and the sauce is something else. In the UK we just boil vegetables, but this is how you do it.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Grazie. Most active: Only Scrans
Gratzi in Sheffield brings the authentic flavors of Puglia with handmade pasta, incredible seafood, and a family atmosphere. The passion of the Vitale family shines through in every dish, making it one of the best Italian dining experiences in the UK.
Dishes mentioned
- Polpette
Carciofi Fritti
Deep fried artichokes with a special sauce. Holy moly, I've never had artichokes like that before. The artichoke is crispy and the sauce is something else. In the UK we just boil vegetables, but this is how you do it.
Burrata con Ravanelli e Pesca
Burrata served with something like radish and peach. What a mouthful. Creamy, sweet, umami, absolutely gorgeous. I feel like I've died and gone to heaven with that mouthful.
Gamberi con Mafaldine e 'Nduja
King prawns with mafaldine pasta and 'nduja. The spice from the Calabrian 'nduja kicks in. The meat of the sausage with unbelievably fresh prawn. Everything is light and not heavy. Definitely got a kick, keeping me coming back for more.
Pasta con Guanciale e Merluzzo Nero
Black cod cheeks and guanciale smoked pork cheek. This is some absolutely ridiculous pasta. Better than most of the places I went when I was in Sicily. The guanciale adds a pork scratching-like texture. It's an outstanding pasta dish.
