Sunday Lunch

The Sunday Roast is a British staple. It is also the perfect end to a long week! Luckily, Nottinghamshire has pubs and restaurants left right and centre with plenty of Sunday Lunch options to satisfy your heart’s desire. It would be rude not to engage in one of our greatest traditions, after all!

Some of us like it fancy, accompanied with a glass of wine, while others are looking for a tasty vegan or vegetarian option, and then some just want to tuck in to a good ol’ traditional English roast. No matter what you choose, you’ll always be left satisfied. So if you’re looking for a tasty Sunday lunch, you definitely won’t be disappointed in Nottinghamshire.

Keep reading for our top recommendations, or scroll to the bottom to see a list of all the best places to tuck into a Sunday Roast in Nottinghamshire.

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Launay's Restaurant and Bar

A lovely 16th Century cottage with a fabulous Orangery, Launay's restaurant and bar in Edwinstowe offers excellent food, friendly service and a warm atmosphere. All of the food is freshly cooked, using local suppliers as well as own grown vegetables, herbs and salad, while pastry, ice-cream and pasta is made on the premises. They offer one, two or three course menus for Sunday Lunch each week. You can view their dedicated Sunday lunch menu on their website.

Hart's Kitchen

Hart’s Kitchen is an intimate restaurant located in Hart’s Hotel which has achieved 2 AA rosettes for culinary excellence. The menu has been developed by Aaron Patterson from sister hotel Michelin-star Hambleton Hall in Rutland. Using locally sourced produce to create a seasonal menu, expect to enjoy traditional British dishes. Sunday lunch is served between 12 noon until 5pm. A set menu is available at £32 for 2 courses or £38 for 3 courses. You can view their full Sunday lunch menu on their website.

Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem

After a visit to Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem you'll soon understand why this pub has survived the centuries to become a treasure of Nottingham past and present. Something of a cross between an inn and a museum,​​​​​ the pub features several bars, cosy nooks and snug lounges filled with curiosities and relics of Nottingham's history. You can enjoy a delicious pub meal everyday between 11am and 10pm in the Rock Bar, where you can warm up next to the fire in Yorkie's Lounge, or enjoy the expansive garden area when the weather is pleasant. Their SUnday Roast menu offers chicken, beef and nut roast options.

Malt Cross

The Malt Cross is a Grade II listed Victorian Music Hall set at the heart of Nottingham city centre, just off Old Market Square. It is the only Victorian Music Hall in the country that operates as it's original design intended, providing food, drink and live music. Their Sunday roasts are more than just a meal; they’re an experience. Each plate is a packed with succulent meats, golden roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and rich, velvety gravy. Whether you crave the classic roast beef, chicken, or a vegetarian option, every dish is prepared with the finest local Nottingham ingredients. Visit their website to browse their sample menu.

Gusto Italian Nottingham

Located on Upper Parliament Street, Gusto Italian offers guests an elegantly Italian experience in the most spectacular of surroundings. They believe that every moment in life is worth celebrating. Cherish those special occasions and make unforgettable memories with Gusto. They offer 2 and 3 course menus for their Sunday lunch options. They also offer a Sunday Sharing Roast (for two people), which features a selection of a Sirloin of Beef, Roast Chicken, Porchetta-style Pork Belly & Crackling and our 3-meat ragù shepherd’s pie. Visit their website for more information.

Lincolnshire Poacher

The Lincolnshire Poacher opened as a Castle Rock pub in the late 1980s, rising from the shell of the Old Grey Nags Head. The Poacher quickly earned a steadfast reputation for quality and choice of cask beer – a distinction it has never lost.  Alongside a vast drinks menu, the Poacher cooks up hearty homemade meals every day. They offer Sunday Roasts every week from midday – 5pm.

The Wollaton Pub and Kitchen

The Wollaton Pub & Kitchen is a vibrant pub serving quality food and drink to the surrounding community and visitors to nearby Wollaton Hall and Park. Enjoy the combination of traditional, home-style cooking with a cut-above-the-rest dining experience in the pub’s lofty surroundings. Built in the style of an orangery, you can sit back and soak up the bustling atmosphere whilst dining with your guests. The pub has an excellent reputation for its hearty Sunday Lunches and for larger parties the carving is carried out at your table by one of their chefs.