Ten great places to eat in Nottingham
In the build-up to your arrival at Nottingham, your SU Officer team wanted to give you some tips on places to go in the city, to help make it home as easily as possible; starting with some of our favourite cafés and restaurants.
From BBQ and burgers, to vegetarian and vegan hideaways, Nottingham has a thriving food culture to satisfy your inner foody. So tuck in and of course, if you stumble across your own favourites let us know!
Annie’s Burger Shack
Annie was born and raised in Rhode Island and the food here shows it, it’s authentic American in the middle of Nottingham. With a whole host of different burgers, you can top yours with practically anything – from peanut butter and jelly, to beef brisket, or just a traditional cheese burger. If meat isn’t your thing, they’ll switch your burger to veggie or vegan, and there are lots of gluten-free options too.
There’s also 10% student discount, and a quiz in the downstairs tavern every Tuesday from 7pm.
Warsaw Diner
This Polish and American diner on Derby Road is frequented the morning after Ocean. You can build your own breakfast and it’s cheap, with bottomless coffee available. You can’t go wrong if you’re in need of a fry up.
Sexy Mamma Love Spaghetti
An Italian restaurant in Hockley, Sexy Mamma Love Spaghetti is without a doubt one of Nottingham’s best kept secrets. It has no social media presence and you have to ring to book a table (there are only around 20 seats in the entire restaurant so book early). It’s all things Italian from the décor and music, to the phenomenal food.
Mod Pizza
Mod is a quick and cheap pizza restaurant that doesn’t compromise on flavour. It’s on Market Square so in the perfect location for a quick bite after a day in the city. Unlike other pizza places, you pay a flat price for the pizza regardless of how many toppings you have, and they boast a 4-minute cooking time.
Bunk
2 Venues, half-price cocktails and half-price chicken wings Sunday-Thursday.
Need I say more?
George’s Great British Kitchen
The British classic of fish and chips at its finest. Nottingham was the first site for George’s growing reputation, and while we may be far from the seaside, you can enjoy both Fish and Chips and a gin bar in your very own beach hut.
Zaap Thai
Can’t afford a trip to Thailand? No problem. This Thai restaurant makes you feel like you’re in the middle of Bangkok. Its 2 courses and a drink for £10 before 6pm Monday so if you’re into street food give it a go.
Ugly Bread Bakery
In the heart of Hockley, this bakery come café is far from ugly. Grab a focaccia and watch the world go by from the balcony upstairs, or if you’re in a rush you can get something to take away. They have regular offers like two-for-one on pizzas so keep an eye out for their latest deals.
Red’s True Barbecue
The meat here is smoked on-site every day by the restaurants award-winning pit masters and has more cuts of meat on offer than you could imagine. Red’s liken the food to a miracle – you’ve got to see it to believe it.
Alley Café
Alley Café mixes fun and food with a European vibe. It regularly hosts live music and exhibits the art of local artists monthly. Combine this artistic space with its all-vegetarian menu and it’s a winner for not just vegetarian and vegans, but for anyone wanting some entertainment while they’re eating.
