Gypsy Queen
Location
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Gypsy Queen Public House
Classic, large, late nineties hostelry with three seperate bar areas and a large restaurant. Popular with shoppers and cinema goers.
General Information
- Owner unknown
- No known awards
Pub Facilities
- Real Ales
- Cocktails
- Beer garden
- Smoking area
- Car park
- Disabled access
- Disabled facilities
- Children welcome
- Dogs welcome
- Card payments
- Function room
- Accommodation
- Wi-Fi Internet access
Pub Entertainment
- Background music
- Sports on TV
- Pool table
- Snooker table
Pub Food
- Food served
- Walk-ins welcome
The Gypsy Queen, a well-loved Sheffield pub located on Drake House Lane in Beighton, is set to undergo a major transformation. Currently part of the Hungry Horse chain operated by Greene King, the pub will close its doors in early March 2025 for extensive renovations. When it reopens in early summer 2025, it will take on a new identity as Hickory's Smokehouse, a restaurant known for bringing the flavours of America's Deep South to the UK.
Greene King, which owns both Hungry Horse and the Hickory's Smokehouse brand, has submitted plans to Sheffield City Council to make significant alterations to the Gypsy Queen's building. These include the addition of a single-storey extension, reflecting the scale of the investment in the venue's redevelopment.
For the people of Sheffield, this will mark the arrival of the first Hickory's Smokehouse restaurant in South Yorkshire. Hickory's currently operates 25 locations across the Midlands, Wales, and the north of England, with a growing reputation for its American-inspired cuisine.
A Hickory's spokesperson expressed excitement about the move, saying, "We are delighted to be coming to Sheffield - it's been on our wish list for a while now. Our ambition is to create something truly special, and we are looking forward to becoming part of the community for many years to come."
The transformation of the Gypsy Queen into Hickory's Smokehouse is set to create 100 jobs, with positions available for chefs, servers, bartenders, and managers. Greene King has assured that current staff at the Gypsy Queen have been informed about the plans and will be supported as part of this transition.
Hickory's also plans to release more details about the project and the new restaurant in early spring 2025, as the team finalises its exciting vision for the venue.
Hickory's Smokehouse is known for its authentic Southern flavours, offering dishes like 16-hour smoked Texas-style brisket, Memphis-style baby back ribs, and smoked brisket bourbon tacos. The chain's success in other regions has been bolstered by enthusiastic community support, and the team is optimistic about receiving a warm welcome in Sheffield.
With its grand opening set for summer 2025, Hickory's Smokehouse promises to bring a new culinary experience to South Yorkshire, blending deep-rooted American barbecue traditions with a lively and welcoming dining atmosphere.