Dining in East Midlands

Bell Inn
18 Angel Row, Nottingham, UK - England NG1 6JE · 115-947-5241
This is one of the oldest buildings in the city and marks its place with a huge Union Jack flag flying above the Old Market Square. A large bell decorates the exterior, and a colorful stained glass window continues the theme. The bar is divided into several sections: the Bell Inn is a snack bar and pub downstairs, and the more upscale Belfry is upstairs. Considered a gastro-pub, try mixed grill chops, roast chicken breasts, the farmer's platter, or mushroom and tomato lasagna.

Blue Nile
5-9 Heathcote St, Hockley, Nottingham, UK - England · 115-941-0976
The top Egyptian restaurant in the area, the Blue Nile offers fresh ethnic dishes in an elegant, colorful environment. The mezza is the most popular selection, and there's a vast selection of Egyptian dishes perfect for a crowd that wants to sample the best the restaurant has to offer. Try tabbouleh, kosheri, foul madamas, and many more vegetarian and meat dishes. Burn off your meal by learning to belly dance afterward! Casual attire.

Broadway Café
14-18 Broad St, Nottingham, UK - England NG1 3AL · 115-952-1551
The Broadway Café is located inside the popular Broadway Cinema, which shows art house movies as well as more popular releases. The café follows the theatrical theme with slides of movies projected on the wall and cozy couches scattered throughout. Choose from teas, coffees, wines, and beers, including the café's own Broadway Bitter. The kitchen puts up blackboard specials daily, which might include Malay noodles, minted lamb, pan-fried halumi cheese with mango dressing, and Victoria sponge cake. It's good food in an eclectic, artistic setting.

Café Rouge
31 Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham, UK - England NG1 2GR · 115-958-2230
This modern restaurant is undoubtedly the largest in town, with huge sections ideal for meeting up with a large crowd. A full menu of options from morning coffee or late night drinks to dessert is available. The brasserie-style dining room has clusters of wicker seating and upholstered burgundy booths. Try an iced mocha, croque monsieur with ham and melted Gruyère, steak rouge chargrilled with parsley butter, or fresh strawberries marinated in Cointreau with lemon shortbread.

Casa
12-18 Friar Ln, Nottingham, UK - England NG1 6DQ · 115-979-9222
This is a hip bar/restaurant, and with a full range of drinks from smoothies to flaming shooters, many people stop by for liquid refreshment. For more substantive sustenance, well-prepared dishes include tomato mozzarella salad, scampi à la Georgio with herbs and tomatoes on rice, and Roman-style veal saltimbocca. Most every ethnic cuisine is represented, and there is also an inexpensive snack menu. The dramatic interior includes swirling modern art and curvy lanterns.

Indigo
35 Warser Gate, Nottingham, UK - England NG1 1NU · 115-928-1027
Indigo is a favorite for a light meal, with open grilled baguettes stuffed with a choice of fillings that includes ham and applewood smoked cheese. Or try a large, fresh salad served with homemade dressings and breads. Daily specials might include Lasagna Verdi, a vegetable tortilla platter, or baguette. For a great variety of fresh foods in an amiable, cosmopolitan locale, this is the best bet.