Kayal Restaurant Nottingham
Authentic Keralan cooking in a relaxed room, with a kids' menu, high chairs, free parking and a bargain Monday lunch deal.

Restaurant · Nottingham
A short Italian menu is the point here — a handful of dishes, pasta made fresh that day, and it shows. The anchovy spaghetti gets the most affection, the beef tortellini comes with a good rich filling, and bread often arrives free to mop up the sauce. Tiramisu is worth saving room for, and there's a lemony panna cotta too. High chairs and a kids' menu make it workable with little ones, and the outdoor tables are the easier choice with a pram or a loud toddler — inside is dimly lit, there's an upstairs room, and the kitchen can carry. Service divides people: warm and attentive on a good night, brisk and rushed on a bad one, with some families hurried along near closing. Go earlier in the evening and it's a lovely, unfussy plate of pasta.

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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