Best Restaurants in Nottingham

The 11 best restaurants in Nottingham United Kingdom are shown below. Our unique ranking algorithm factors in the ratings from the Michelin Guide, the AA Guide and more, to make it easy to find the best restaurants in Nottingham (including any Michelin Star restaurants in Nottingham and AA Rosette restaurants in Nottingham). Explore these award winning restaurants below via the easy to browse restaurant grid, or check out the full top 11 best restaurants interactive map. Click any restaurant to view extensive information including contact details and guide awards history.
Nottingham, a vibrant city nestled in the heart of the United Kingdom, is a smorgasbord of culinary delight that reflects its rich historical and cultural tapestry. The city, with its lineage dating back to the 7th century, has an impeccable history of food culture that runs parallel to its legendary narratives and folklores. Once a hub for the lace-making industry during the Industrial Revolution, Nottingham's affinity for creating something exquisite from the raw and the unembellished is evident in its food as much as it was in its lace. Restaurants in Nottingham are veritable treasure troves of flavour and history. An astonishing variety of mouth-watering dishes are created by skilful hands across the city's gastro-universe. The introduction of Indian cuisine in the 20th Century was a watershed moment for Nottingham's culinary landscape. The city is home to the renowned 'Curry Mile,' where one can embark upon a culinary journey across the Indian subcontinent through beautiful flavours and fragrant spices. Nottingham is also legendary for its traditional British pubs, in particular Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, reputed to be the oldest inn in England, continuing a tradition of hearty ales and comforting fare for centuries. Today, the city vibrates with a burgeoning food scene where tradition meets innovation, reflecting not only Nottingham's past but also its cosmopolitan present and future.

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Best Restaurants in Nottingham FAQs

Which is the best restaurant in Nottingham?

The best restaurant in Nottingham is Restaurant Sat Bains (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chefs Sat Bains and John Freeman serve up award winning Creative Cuisine. Restaurant Sat Bains currently holds 2 Michelin Stars, 5 AA Rosettes and a ranking of 38th in UK in the Hardens Top 100.

How many award winning restaurants are there in Nottingham?

In total, there are 11 award winning restaurants in Nottingham, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

How many Michelin Star restaurants are there in Nottingham?

There are currently 2 listed Michelin Star restaurants in Nottingham consisting of 1 restaurant holding 2 Michelin Stars and 1 restaurant holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 2 restaurants holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

How many AA Rosette restaurants are there in Nottingham?

There are currently 8 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Nottingham consisting of 1 restaurant holding 5 AA Rosettes, 1 restaurant holding 4 AA Rosettes, 4 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 2 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.