Nottingham has a surprisingly large number of halal eateries and places of interest within its regional reach. Halal industry stats show that despite London having a large number of top halal restaurants, the surrounding boroughs and outskirt areas are consistently expanding to include more diverse cuisine options that cater to all palates and budgets, including vegetarian and vegan.
Some of the best halal restaurants, as well as lists of a few of the best halal steak options can be found in Nottingham specifically.
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What Are The Best Halal Restaurants In Nottingham Overall?
Farro’s Grillhouse
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With a solid 4.5 star rating from TripAdvisor and a variety of Italian and Portuguese meal choices available, you’ll be hard-pressed to find another halal-friendly grill house offering such good prices. Their signature steak dishes are complimented with a well-rounded selection of pizzas (including calzones – the fold-over pizza ones), pasta dishes and even nachos. Service is consistently excellent, and their combination grill meals are a great way to share with someone if you’re not terribly hungry. Desserts served include waffles with a host of toppings, puddings, cheesecakes, sundaes and ice creams. Mocktails are also available.
Location: 171 Mansfield Rd, Nottingham NG1 3FR, +44 115 845 9754
Tiptoo Turkish Restaurant
This well-established Turkish restaurant has a host of traditional fare on offer, many of which are halal. They have a no-frills interior, apart from the gorgeous glass globes, while the booths and tables are consistently bustling. Great for students they have everything from a shepherd’s salad as a summer option to saksuka, kebabs, and meze choices. There’s definitely something for everyone to enjoy. They are also very budget-friendly.
Location: 60 – 62 Alfreton Road, Nottingham NG7 3NN, +44 115 970 8010
Pistachio
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Pistachio is a family-run Persian restaurant that melds traditional foods with a modern flair. They offer a host of dietary considerations, including halal, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices. Think rich, flavourful food choices such as halloumi, spiced dips, freshly baked bread & hearty stews. The dips are incredibly popular and include vegan and vegetarian choices such as the warm roasted red pepper, date, and walnut, which add a sweet and spicy touch to things. The lamb fillet, chicken wings, and mixed grill are all top main dish choices that are served with saffron rice and pomegranate glazed vegetables.
Location: 19 Carlton Rd, Nottingham NG3 2DG, +44 115 950 9090
MemSaab
Classy, clean, and with a solid fine-dining recommendation from AA Gill of The Sunday Times, who rate them as amongst the top 3 best Indian restaurants in the country, MemSaab has a reputation that they’ve more than lived up to. They have a limited menu with foods done well that provides exquisite examples of Pakistan and Indian dishes. While halal menu items are abundant, you’ll also find that vegetarian choices are catered for too. From spiced BBQ meats to flavour-rich curries, you’ll not be lacking authenticity when coming here. The decor is beautiful and airy, with carved white pillars, tiled white flooring and comfortable chairs. They also cater for private parties, corporate events, and weddings. Please note alcohol is served here.
Location: 12-14 Maid Marian Way, Nottingham, NG1 6HS,
Lime Indian Restaurant
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Lime Indian Restaurant has a firm fan base in Nottingham, with locals who love to return. The service is excellent, and halal menu items are available. While they have won acclaim from various publications, including the East Midlands Indian Restaurant of the Year 2016, including receiving a mention in a Michelin guide. Veg poori, Chicken Balti, grilled meats, and more dishes that marry local flavours and are presented in a minimalistic way.
Location: 4 Upminster Dr, Nuthall, Nottingham NG16 1PT, +44 115 975 0005
Oodles Chinese
You’re unlikely to forget a trip to Oodles Chinese, as they offer a fantastic halal selection of classic Chinese favourites and the portions are definitely given on the generous side of things. You can pick between rice or noodle boxes and then add to them as you will with ‘dry’ options and ‘saucy’ ones along with plenty of chicken styles that are customised as you like – such as crispy chicken, chilli chicken or Thai chicken curry, BBQ sauce chicken and Manchurian chicken.
Other meat choices within the ‘saucy’ or ‘dry’ categories are available too, such as Chilli Prawns and Chinese lamb curry under ‘saucy’. While ‘dry’ has Kung Po chicken, fish fry, Crispy Prawn and Schezuan Beef Stir Fry.
Location: 133-135 Mansfield Road, Nottingham, NG1 3FQ. +44 115 911 0007
Cottage Balti Restaurant
With a banquet deck upstairs, beautiful wall murals, and halal menu items that you’ll definitely want to try, Cottage Balti Restaurant provides an ambience that you’ll happily return to. The soft lighting and relaxed atmosphere make this an ideal place to gather as a family or to come to with someone special. The food choices are a mixture of Balti, Asian and Indian cuisines with Madras lamb, chicken tikka, and chicken jalfrezi are all worth considering. They have a good selection of spicy dishes as well as mild varieties, and along with vegetarian choices, they also add new dishes regularly.
Location: 16-118 Chilwell Road Beeston, Nottingham NG9, +44 115 925 1234
Jpingo’s Flame Grill Pizza Steakhouse
Jpingo’s Flame Grill Pizza Steakhouse offers HMC certified halal meat selection and they go the extra mile for patrons by providing a complementary cold meze platter upon arrival, but extras will cost you. Starters include breaded calamari, buffalo chicken wings, grilled halloumi, and lamb chops. Sharing platters are for 2 or four persons, while steak and grill choices are plentiful and include a selection of tempting sauces. Pizza, calzones, pasta and Peri-Peri chicken are popular choices. They have the capacity for 100 people at one time and offer non-alcoholic cocktails so you can celebrate without a worry when you come here with those near and dear to you.
Location: 5 Poplar St, Nottingham NG1 1GP, +44 115 933 8412
Tamatanga
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A new Indian eating experience that includes a bottomless brunch option, Tamatanga has impressed almost everyone who visits. They offer halal choices and are known for a host of richly infused sauces, lightly sliced fresh sides, and often produce dishes that are nothing short of a flavour extravaganza. This is a place the whole family will love.
Location: The Cornerhouse, Trinity Square, Nottingham NG1 4DB, +44 115 958 4848
Pan Asia BBQ
You can’t have a restaurant list without at least one sushi option on it, and Pan Asia BBQ is a halal-friendly option you’ll love. They’re known for their large portions, warm decor, and outstanding service. They offer halal choices included in their Pan Asia speciality main dishes, as well as Bento boxes, starters, and Japanese and Korean speciality dishes. Check with the waiter before ordering to ensure your food choice is halal.
Location: 100-102 Upper Parliament Street, Nottingham NG1 6LF, +44 115 910 8888
What Are The Best Outdoor Halal Restaurants In Nottingham?
Fat Hippo
Serving traditional British and American burgers, Fat Hippo does offer halal chicken burgers, but their beef is sadly not halal yet. However, they do have an amazing outdoor seating area, complete with gas heaters to combat any chilly nights. Their chicken burgers are enticing though, with names such as Harlem Fake, The Last Samur-thigh, and the Great White Buffalo, and a set of toppings to up the crunch factor. This is a place to head to after work with mates.
Location: 9 Broad Street, Nottingham, NG1 3AJ, +44 115 934 6041
What Is The Best Halal Restaurant In Nottingham City Centre?
Saracens
Found within Nottingham City Centre, you’ll quickly discover that Saracens is a halal restaurant that you can easily bring your date along with since they have a stunning dining environment that embodies luxury in every detail. Did we mention that this includes a beautiful rooftop terrace? Their international dishes, and desserts, combined with mocktails & a shisha area will ensure a visit here is memorable for all the right reasons.
Location: 86-88 Lower Parliament Street – Nottingham,
What Are The Best Halal Steak Restaurants In Nottingham?
Toro’s Steak House
Halal steak? Yes please! This Toro’s Steakhouse is one of the top Nottingham halal restaurants around, and they have consistently good reviews from satisfied patrons. Crispy onion rings and chips compliment the range of meats available, while salad options and vegetarian choices are also available. While no one could accuse Toro’s of being fancy, they do have a down to earth atmosphere and a staff of fine chefs in the kitchen who consistently serve up delicious meaty treats. This is the right choice for any large family gathering of meat lovers, or as a place to bring your mates to for a catch up.
Location: 20-22 Oakdale Rd, Nottingham NG3 7EE, +44 115 847 3440
With so many eateries to choose between, you won’t be lacking any overall cuisine style when you pick one of these halal restaurants in Nottingham.
Sebastian is a former hedge fund trader who worked only to indulge his true passion – food.
He has dined at over 240 Michelin-starred restaurants around the world, savoring culinary masterpieces and understanding the stories behind them. He now advises restaurants on menu design, decor and holistic diner experience.