Quirky Restaurants for Hire in Nottingham

Quirky Restaurants for Hire in Nottingham

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Nottingham’s quirky restaurants serve Japanese tapas under disco balls, artisan burgers in reworked shipping containers, and five-course feasts in old cinemas. You’ll find vegan soul food on Mansfield Road, bottomless brunches in the Lace Market, and dessert menus that double as art projects. The vibe? Anything but bland. If you’re after weird, wonderful, and wallet-friendly, you’re in the right place.

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Booking costs of quirky restaurants average £30 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Nottingham, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of quirky restaurants in Nottingham as of August, 2026
From £15 to £35 per person
From £250 to £1500 minimum spend per event
From £40 to £360 hire fee per hour

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:

  • Spotlight Bar & Restaurant at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham in Nottingham City Centre - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘The staff was super helpful, the space is incredible and I found the price to be really good for what you get!’

  • Boardroom at Cleaver & Wake in Nottingham City Centre - rated 4.8/5
    Venue said: Including an in-room tea and coffee station, refreshments, AV equipment and a 65-inch TV this private space with panoramic views across Nottingham is the perfect setting for your business meeting needs.

  • Havana Bar at Revolucion de Cuba Nottingham in Nottingham City Centre - rated 4.7/5
    Our user said: ‘The venue was great for a party, with plenty of space for up to 150 people.’

You'll find quirky restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Nottingham, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):

Small up to 40 guests prices average £170 minimum spend per event
Medium between 65 and 100 guests prices average £110 minimum spend per event
Large over 130 guests prices average £1500 minimum spend per event

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Nottingham, available to book on Tagvenue:

  • Semi Private Dining Room at Manahatta Nottingham on 11 Queen Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
    Venue said: It's a unique, intimate, semi-private room, perfect for any kind of social gathering. Pull back the curtain to the perfect view of the bar and dance the night away in your private booth.
  • Havana Bar at Revolucion de Cuba Nottingham on 26-28 Market St - 0.1 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘The venue was great for a party, with plenty of space for up to 150 people.’
  • Semi - Private at The Alchemist Nottingham on 11 King Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
    Venue said: The Alchemist Nottingham is situated at 11 King St. Paid street parking is available along the road. The venue can be accessed by public transport - the nearest bus station is Queen Street (Stop Q1), and you can also take...

Smaller quirky restaurants usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Nottingham, based on Tagvenue data as of August 2026:

  • First Floor at The Cumin Restaurant - dining room for 40 guests
    Venue said: The space features comfortable tables and chairs, which can be arranged to suit your needs. It's a match for dining parties, family celebrations, and more!

  • Arrow- Private/Karaoke Room at Box Nottingham, rated 4.5/5 - dining room for 40 guests
    Our user said: ‘The whole process was easy and the cost of the hire was perfect for what we wanted.’

  • Altar at Pitcher And Piano - Nottingham, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 40 guests
    Our user said: ‘Great venue for our gender reveal party, great size, very accommodating staff, super easy to book.’

Cheap quirky restaurants in Nottingham start from £40 hire fee per hour or £150 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of August 2026:

  • Shuffleboard Area at Box Nottingham, from £40 hire fee per hour (up to 30 guests seated)
    Our user said: ‘The price was reasonable and for a large party the shuffleboard was ideal.’

  • The Flagstaff at Lace Market Hotel, from £150 hire fee per day (up to 30 guests seated)
    Venue said: The Flagstaff is a unique space with 3 floor to ceiling windows that provide natural daylight and have their own wooden shutters for privacy. Access is on the first floor, with it’s own key card to enter this private room,

  • Entire Venue at Neon, from £9 per person (up to 70 guests seated)
    Venue said: The entire venue can be rented out for groups of over 50 people and can accommodate up to 100 guests. It features the upstairs area and the downstairs area and is ideal for different kinds of parties, including birthday celebrations...

Nottingham’s quirky restaurants cover a range of global cuisines. You can find Neapolitan pizza at Pizza Pilgrims, Cuban street food at Revolución de Cuba, and modern European fare at Bistrot Pierre. There’s something for every palate, whether you prefer casual bites or something more special.

If you're on a budget, you can still enjoy a unique experience. Browns Nottingham offers private dining from just £25 minimum spend per session. Box Nottingham has several spaces available from £110 minimum spend, and Kottaram offers all-day South Indian dining at around £30 per person. (All data from Tagvenue.)

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