# Thakkolam, Sheffield — Reviews > Thakkolam — South Indian Restaurant in Sheffield with a 4/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.5/5 from 248 Google reviews. Location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/sheffield/restaurants/thakkolam (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. South Indian Restaurant # Thakkolam 137-139 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6962541699758795300&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Anoop Kumar](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/100206675815061243063) **In short:** Thakkolam is a south Indian restaurant in Sheffield, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 248 Google reviews, with a 4/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Thakkolam Thakkolam is a South Indian restaurant on Abbeydale Road serving Chettinad-style dishes alongside the region's vegetarian specialities. Dosas, curries and biryani feature regularly. Portions are generous and prices reasonable. The restaurant accommodates children and groups, and takes bookings. It holds a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Thakkolam's own website](https://thakkolamrestaurant.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## What's nearby - Pittstop Tyres & 24/7 mobile tyre service next door - William Hill 150m away - Mount Pleasant Park 150m away - Bragazzis 200m away - Mother of God and St Wilfrid Catholic church: Nether Edge confession time 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and authentic South Indian and Chettinad-style non-vegetarian dishes, including crispy dosas, flavorful curries, and biryani. They also highlight the reasonable prices and generous portions, offering good value. Guests mention the warm ambiance, spotlessly clean dining space, and friendly, attentive staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (248 reviews) **Dogs allowed** No **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 4 out of 5 – Good **Destination** Sheffield Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1759922). [More restaurants in Sheffield](https://staycation.co.uk/sheffield/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (248 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://thakkolamrestaurant.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [07391 660069](tel:07391660069) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Sheffield **Plus Code** 9C5W9G7F+HH ### 🏨 Places to stay near Sheffield Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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