Nottingham has a diverse range of delicious cuisine – from Ethiopian to Italian, there is something for everyone.
Famous food critics such as Jay Rayner and William Sitwell have visited the city in the past year, dining at restaurants like Everyday People and Kushi-ya.
However, there are plenty of brilliant places that fly under the radar, but are absolutely worth trying. These are my top three places that I love and that I always recommend to friends and people visiting the area.
Hot Pang
Where: High Road, Beeston
Hot Pang serves delicious Chinese food from Szechuan. There is, of course hot pot (what the region is known for) for that fizzy spice that can drive you into a frenzy if you’re not careful. There is much more than just hot pot at Hot Pang, though. It has a vast selection of dishes such as stir-fried green beans with mince pork and slow cooked pork belly (not spicy) tender enough to just melt in your mouth. The dish I was most impressed by on the last visit was the stir-fried Cauliflower. Now, this may not sound tempting, however the complex mix of salty, spicy, sweet, and sour made it the star of the show on my last visit. It doesn’t have a website or a social media but can be found easily on Google.
Korea House
Where: High Road, Beeston
Mouth-watering fried chicken, cosy warming Kimchi stew, and Korean BBQ are just some of the delicious things you will find at Korea House. Located on High Road in Beeston, it is some of the best Korean food in Nottingham. The interior may not wow you and it might not be that Instagrammable… but it’s all about the food. It’s worth noting that it’s cash only – but don’t worry if you’ve forgotten to get cash out, there is an ATM less than fifty metres away by the post office.
Small Food Bakery
Where: Seely Road, Nottingham
Last but certainly not least, Small Food Bakery offers a tempting selection freshly baked rye bread, mouthwatering pizzas, cakes, and pastries. Each item has its own unique twist, making every bite a memorable experience. What sets it apart is its genuine commitment to making a positive impact on the world. This isn’t just a marketing strategy – it’s a core value. It uses YQ flour from Wakelyns – a farm in Suffolk that practices agroforestry and integrates trees into the farmland to promote soil health and biodiversity. The result is not only food that’s good for the planet, but it is also incredibly delicious and satisfying.
