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Many cities around the UK claim to have a thriving food and drink scene, but here in Nottingham that really is the case.
It doesn’t matter if you’re out for a quick bite on your lunch bite or enjoying a tasting menu at a Michelin Star restaurant, Nottingham has something to suit all tastes and occasions.
Nottingham’s many eateries can be ranked in many different ways, but sometimes it’s best to listen to what the experts have to say.
With that in mind, the BBC Good Food Guide’s Tony Naylor isn’t a bad person to use as a sounding board.
Tony, who is based in the North-West, has spent more than a decade writing about food and drink for several established outlets.
Back in 2023, Tony picked out more than a dozen of Nottingham’s best restaurants, ranging from cheap eats to casual dining.
Take a look at Tony’s top picks below to see if your favourite restaurant made the cut.
9. Kayal - cheap eats, casual dining
Kayal on Broad Street, Nottingham. The BBC said: "Kayal is a great place to explore this sensitively spiced world of lacy dosas and fresh coconut chutneys, fragrant Keralan fish curries, and vegetable dishes of remarkable depth and nuance. Priced from £3.95, the express lunch thalis are an absolute steal. Mains from £7." Photo: Google
10. Ibérico World Tapas - casual dining
Ibérico World Tapas on The Shire Hall, High Pavement, Nottingham and sister restaurant Bar Ibérico on Carlton Street, Nottingham. The BBC said: "Its high-quality cured meats and modern interpretations of Andalusian tapas are now served alongside global small plates, such as chicken wings with yuzu sweet chilli. Sister restaurant Bar Ibérico is similarly creative but stays close to the Iberian peninsula, with dishes such as gambas a la plancha and pork belly with chorizo and morcilla. Plates from £2." Photo: Google
11. Kean's Head - cheap eats, casual dining
Kean's Head, Saint Mary's Gate, Nottingham. The BBC said: "The brewery’s simple, single-roomed pub with a glittering array of hoppy gems behind the bar. It also does a sound line in gutsy, rib-sticking beer food, such as crispy halloumi, Hartland pork pies and homemade sausage rolls. Mains from £10.99." Photo: Google
12. Yamas - casual dining
Yamas on Thurland Street, Nottingham. The BBC said: "The name translates as “cheers!”, which sums up the breezy atmosphere at this modish Greek restaurant. It’s an informal affair of sharing meze, generous portions and big, freshly cooked flavours. At £8.95 for three meze, lunch here is excellent value. Three tapas/ mezze dishes for £11.95pp." Photo: Google