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Fine dining restaurants in Nottinghamshire cover everything from elegant tasting menus to modern British and European cuisine. Whether you’re searching for a luxury restaurant for a special occasion, a romantic dinner, or an elevated evening out, this guide brings together Nottinghamshire fine dining venues we’ve reviewed and recommend.

Fine dining is about more than just food — it’s atmosphere, precision, service and creativity combined. Expect beautifully presented dishes, seasonal ingredients, curated wine lists and chef-led kitchens focused on detail and flavour. These are restaurants suited to celebrations, anniversaries and memorable nights out where the experience matters as much as the menu.

Our Nottinghamshire fine dining selections focus on independent restaurants, destination venues and high-end places to eat, from countryside retreats to stylish town and city dining rooms. Use this guide to explore fine dining restaurants and luxury dining experiences chosen through our visits and recommendations.


Hart's Hotel, Nottingham

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, Nottingham

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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Ye Olde Bell Hotel, Barnby Moor

Historic coaching inn with AA-rosette dining, seasonal British menus and elegant surroundings, offering polished service and a refined setting for special occasions. 

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Calcutta Club, Nottingham

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

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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