Polish · Nottingham
Polish home cooking in Nottingham done the way a great-aunt might have made it — and portions arrive big enough that nobody's picking at a side. Families come back for years here, often with large birthday tables, and the team seems genuinely unfazed by big groups or small children: there's a kids' menu, high chairs, and buggy access, plus free parking, which spares you the circling. Plates come loaded — the chicken schnitzel in herb breadcrumbs lands with potatoes, broccoli, carrots, salad, coleslaw and pickled beetroot for under £20 — and the homemade apple pie is worth staying for. It's a small, simple room rather than anywhere smart, and it fills up fast, so book ahead: one visitor found it full on arrival. Around £61 covered three courses and drinks for two.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
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