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Where To Eat In & Around Nottingham


Where To Eat In & Around Nottingham - Some Recommendations From The Sticky Beak Blog

If you’re looking for delicious places to eat in and around Nottingham, you’re in the right place! On this page we’ve put together a selection of cafés, restaurants and dining spots we’ve personally visited and would happily recommend to friends and family. Whether you’re after relaxed brunch bites, refined fine dining, bold world flavours or casual BBQ and smokehouse dishes, there’s something here for every taste.

Below you’ll find a snapshot of great Nottingham venues we’ve reviewed, along with a flavour of what makes each one worth exploring.


Maki & Ramen

Bold, flavour-packed ramen pairs with beautifully prepared sushi and sashimi, delivering a confident, modern take on Japanese dining throughout the menu.

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The Seafood Guy @ 1998 Cafe

Authentic Chinese dining serving classic Hong Kong‑style cuisine with fresh ingredients, bold flavours, and a welcoming atmosphere for a memorable experience.

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Picalilli

An independent restaurant celebrating the best of British and European seasonal flavours. Every dish showcases fresh, high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.

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Hart's Hotel And Kitchen

An intimate fine dining restaurant within one of Nottingham’s highest-rated hotels, overlooking the historic ramparts of Nottingham Castle, with two AA Rosettes. AA RosetteAA Rosette

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Anoki

Enjoy contemporary glamour, where indulgent Indian cuisine is paired with exceptional service, elegant interiors, and a prime setting in the historic Lace Market.

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St James Hotel

A stylish and intimate bar and lounge, offering a unique, versatile space to enjoy drinks, cocktails, and relaxed moments in an unusual and inviting setting.

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Revolucion De Cuba, Nottingham

Vibrant Cuban-inspired bar and restaurant serving tapas, cocktails, rum and Latin flavours, with music, colourful interiors and late-night party energy and dancing.

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The Calcutta Club

Elegant Indian restaurant in Nottingham offering refined curries, attentive service and a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for leisurely dinners and celebrations.

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While Nottingham city centre offers an impressive range of dining, some of our favourite meals have been found just beyond the hustle and bustle. From neighbourhood bistros and suburban gems to destination pubs and restaurants worth the short travel.



Tipu Sultan, Sherwood

A distinctive venue offering an elegant restaurant and versatile private event spaces, perfect for relaxed dining, special celebrations and social occasions.

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Hemisphere, West Bridgford

Australasian-inspired restaurant blending Modern European and Asian flavours, offering brunch, lunch, specialty coffee, bubble teas & tapas-style small plates.

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Hickorys Smokehouse, Gamston

A Southern‑style smokehouse restaurant serving authentic BBQ, slow‑smoked meats, burgers, brunch and drinks in a lively, family‑friendly setting.

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This article includes venues we have visited and would recommend to friends and family, if a venue is not included in this collection then, most likely, we just haven't had the chance to visit them yet.

If you are a venue owner, manager or look after the PR / Marketing for a venue and are interested in being included in this collection then please get in touch