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Top Quirky Restaurants in Nottingham
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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![Havana Bar at Revolucion de Cuba Nottingham in Nottingham City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityHavana Bar
15 guestsRevolucion de Cuba NottinghamNottingham City Centre
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LLois P.
“Great venue, really stunning bar to host at. Good selection of drinks and lovely bar staff.” -
![Casa De La Musica at Revolucion de Cuba Nottingham in Nottingham City Centre]()
from £800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityCasa De La Musica
60 guestsRevolucion de Cuba NottinghamNottingham City Centre
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YYasmin B.
“Venue was brilliant and all my guests had an amazing time.” -
![Private Dining Room at Browns Nottingham in Nottingham City Centre]()
from £25
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
22 guestsBrowns NottinghamNottingham City CentreWelcome to our Private Dining Room that can fit up to 40 of your guests for any kind of celebration! -
![The Entire Venue at The Cumin Restaurant in Nottingham City Centre]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Entire Venue
80 guestsThe Cumin RestaurantNottingham City CentreThe Entire Venue at the Cumin Restaurant can accommodate 80 people. It's a fit for larger parties, dining events, or corporate meetings. -
![Whole Venue at Revolucion de Cuba Nottingham in Nottingham City Centre]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
700 guestsRevolucion de Cuba NottinghamNottingham City Centre
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KKatherine T.
“Honestly, this venue could not have been better.” -
![Spotlight Bar & Restaurant at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham in Nottingham City Centre]()
from £350
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilitySpotlight Bar & Restaurant
120 guestsMotorpoint Arena NottinghamNottingham City Centre
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Spotlight Bar & Restaurant is suitable for parties, private events, dinner, lunch, and it is also capable of accommodating up to 200 guests. The venue has a lounge and bar area that can enjoy beautiful views of the city of -
![Entire Venue at Pizza Pilgrims Nottingham in Hockley, Nottingham]()
from £6000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
80 guestsPizza Pilgrims NottinghamHockley, NottinghamHiring our entire restaurant gives you access to our downstairs dining room and The Dramatic upstairs. It’s a two-level space that fits up to 80 seated guests in total. -
![Main Dining Area at Kottaram in Nottingham City Centre]()
from £30
per person / per dayCheck availabilityMain Dining Area
50 guestsKottaramNottingham City CentreIn addition to the Function Room, we offer a cosy Main Dining Area in the front of the restaurant. In this shared space, you can enjoy our most authentic Indian dishes prepared with the finest spices, herbs, and seasonings, -
![Private Dining Room at Bistrot Pierre Nottingham in Nottingham City Centre]()
from £15
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
20 guestsBistrot Pierre NottinghamNottingham City CentreWhy not join us in our private dining area? Offering an exclusive place to dine for up to 20 people on the second floor of the restaurant, it’s ideal for any occasion. -
![The Dramatic at Pizza Pilgrims Nottingham in Hockley, Nottingham]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Dramatic
30 guestsPizza Pilgrims NottinghamHockley, NottinghamOur upstairs space, The Dramatic, is a private room with a unique character. It has a long wooden table at its center, which is perfect for group feasts, team dinners, or casual celebrations. -
![Full venue hire at Slug & Lettuce Market Square Nottingham in Nottingham City Centre]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFull venue hire
206 guestsSlug & Lettuce Market Square NottinghamNottingham City CentreSlug and Lettuce Market Square is a contemporary, lively venue offering an amazing selection of food, drinks, and cocktails to suit all tastes. Spread across two floors in beautiful surroundings, the venue can accommodate -
![Entire Venue at Mowgli Street Food Nottingham in Hockley, Nottingham]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
70 guestsMowgli Street Food NottinghamHockley, NottinghamIn addition to its regular dining services, Mowgli Nottingham offers options for large group bookings and exclusive venue hire. Whether you're planning a corporate event, birthday celebration, or any special occasion, the
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from £500
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Upstairs
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250
Slug & Lettuce Market Square Nottingham
Nottingham City Centre
The upstairs room is a spacious venue that can accommodate up to 250 people standing or 130 seated. Whether you're planning a birthday party, hen do, baby shower, wedding reception, or any other special occasion, this versatile
from £2000
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Full Venue Hire
147
Slug & Lettuce, Nottingham Cornerhouse
Nottingham City Centre
With a fun, friendly vibe and a team that knows how to throw a great party, you bring the occasion — we’ll bring the good times."
from £35
per person / per session
per person / per session
First Floor
25
40
The Cumin Restaurant
Nottingham City Centre
The First Floor of the Cumin Restaurant can accommodate up to 25 guests. The space features comfortable tables and chairs, which can be arranged to suit your needs.
from £36
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Restaurant
200
MemSaab
Nottingham City Centre
The main space holds up to 200 people. It has an open layout that works for both everyday dining and larger events like weddings or parties.
from £50
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Half of the Venue
70
80
Gusto Italian Nottingham
Nottingham City Centre
The lower section of the restaurant is open for private hire, offering a versatile space suitable for various events. With a capacity of approximately 80 individuals, we can comfortably accommodate up to 70 guests for seated
from £30
per person / per day
per person / per day
Function Room
50
60
Kottaram
Nottingham City Centre
Private hire is available with Kottaram’s newly renovated Function Room which has a capacity of up to 50-60 guests. The event space features contemporary interiors and customisable seating arrangements.
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from £36
per person / per session
per person / per session
Private Dining 1
30
MemSaab
Nottingham City Centre
A smaller room that seats up to 20. It’s often used for family meals, private meetings or small celebrations where people want more privacy.
from £35
per person / per session
per person / per session
The Top Floor
60
96
The Cumin Restaurant
Nottingham City Centre
The Top Floor at The Cumin Restaurant can fit up to 60 guests. Tables can be adjusted to your event's needs. It's a match for medium-sized dinner parties.
from £100
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Section 10
24
40
Slug & Lettuce, Nottingham Cornerhouse
Nottingham City Centre
Recently renovated and located in the heart of the Cornerhouse, Slug and Lettuce Nottingham is the ideal setting for a lunch, drinks, or a pre-theatre meal.
from £1500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
30
35
Piccalilli Nottingham
Nottingham City Centre
We’re Piccalilli, a new little restaurant tucked away in Cannon Court, right in the centre of Nottingham. We opened in autumn 2024 and keep things simple – seasonal food, small plates to share, and a menu that changes as
from £3000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue
100
440
Revolution Nottingham Cornerhouse
Nottingham City Centre
Revolution Cornerhouse is the ultimate event venue! This venue can host a range of events from quiz nights to cocktail masterclasses to drinks receptions.
from £14
minimum spend / per morning
minimum spend / per morning
Second Floor
60
80
Bistrot Pierre Nottingham
Nottingham City Centre
From birthdays and baby showers to networking and business meetings, our Bistrot is the perfect place to have your memorable event. Our team will work with you to meet your requirements, ensuring you have that perfect space
FAQs about Top Quirky Restaurants in Nottingham
In Nottingham, prices of quirky restaurants average £500 minimum spend per event. 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 from October 2025:
| From £110 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £30 | to £36 | per person |
| From £1500 | hire fee per event |
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 (October 2025):
| Small quirky restaurants | up to 50 guests | prices average £170 minimum spend per event |
| Medium quirky restaurants | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average £110 minimum spend per event |
| Large quirky restaurants | over 130 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
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.)
