Browns

In the heart of Nottingham City Centre, Browns brings a sophisticated brasserie and bar spirit to a space that is bright and airy yet wonderfully cosy.

Near the castle and theatre, it shifts effortlessly from breakfasts and brunches to unhurried afternoon tea and lingering dinners, all underpinned by fresh, seasonal cooking and classic British comforts.

Flavours lean polished and contemporary, with sharing bites like Nocellara olives and courgette fritters setting an easy rhythm. Baked scallops arrive in a chorizo velouté with cherry tomatoes and leeks, while sticky hot honey chicken with buckwheat grains and yogurt sits squarely in the sweet-meets-spicy camp.

Hearty plates follow: the Browns burger, prawn and orzo linguine brightened with lemon, and from the butcher a choice of ribeye and fillet or a celebratory chateaubriand for two. Lastly, the tiramisu offers a fantastic ending with marscapone cream and a sponge cake soaked in coffee and Kahlua.

Plan a pre-theatre pause or a special supper, then let Browns do the rest. Book in and make a Nottingham moment of it.