Brasserie · Nottingham
Somewhere between date-night restaurant and family lunch spot, this one manages both — it's a genuinely beautiful room, roomy enough to get a buggy in without a fuss, with free parking nearby and a kids' menu and high chairs sorted. Portions are generous and the cooking is consistent: chicken schnitzel, baked scallops, sea bass, and puddings people go back for — rhubarb and cinnamon crumble, salted caramel profiteroles. Allergies are handled calmly, and there's a solid gluten-free menu that the staff never seem fazed by. Afternoon tea is reasonably priced with good vegetarian options, and there are vegan choices and a bit of outdoor seating too. Worth knowing: it gets very busy around Christmas and weekends, so book ahead and hold onto your table. Regulars say the service is what keeps them coming back.
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