I think it's fitting to have an America write the first review for Kaspa's. My kids and I decided…read moreto stop by Kaspa's for a milk shake. Being an American we are experts in the realm of milk shakes. We are hard to satisfy in this category. You can also say the same for burgers. I enjoyed the environment of Kaspa's, and the customer service was good, but the magic is in their Milk Shakes. It is the best shake I have ever had in the U.K.. If you have to get a shake fix, Kaspa's is the only place I recommend in the U.K.. They have other locations, and when I visit from the States I will never except a shake unless it comes from Kaspa's. You can take my words to the bank, and if you ever see me at Kaspa's I will buy you a shake :)

Good breakfast spot with friendly service and solid food overall…read more I had the eggs benedict and Matt ordered the full breakfast. The eggs were cooked properly, the flavours were good, and everything tasted fresh. Staff were accommodating when he asked to swap the black pudding and even added an extra sausage, which was a nice touch. The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable, making it a nice place to sit and enjoy breakfast. The only downside was that the portion sizes felt a bit small for the price, so value could be better. Overall though, a nice breakfast spot and somewhere I'd happily return.

Went here with some friends and had such a great time! I had a side of Loaded Hash Browns and…read morewashed it down with a glass of Elderflower & Bramble Spritz. The drink? 10/10! Refreshing, strong, plentiful... the best. The loaded hashbrowns were okay - the potatoes were a bit undercooked and cheese sauce served it's purpose I guess but the bacon was perfect, the right amount, fried to perfection, and honestly the saving grace of the meal. Every single person enjoyed their drinks and we loved sitting outside to people watch while chit chatting. I would get the spritz again, for sure!

We visited the Tailors Arms (a 40 minute drive for us) for a second time yesterday - and I have to…read moreadmit that in terms of food and "gastropub" it was a disappointment after our first, stellar experience about a month ago. Sadly the menu has changed (not necessarily a bad thing of course) and the new offerings are somewhat less tempting. Both of the dishes that we experienced last time (lamb and the hake - see our pics) are no more :(. As an appetizer we had the duck pate (same as last time) which was excellent. The three stars is a combo of Mrs G's 2 stars for her disappointing fish and chips, and 4 Stars for my steak. The fish she found tasteless (no seasoning in the batter? Or was it just not a good source of fish (cod)) and the chips were just not cooked and se we had no choice but to send them back. Perhaps I am being generous but I give 4 stars to the filet steak. The steak was good and prepared medium rare as I requested - and the peppercorn sauce was really good. Mushroom was good, as was the 1/2 tomato. But I also had the inedible chips :( The chips were so thick that they should be twice cooked (first at lower temp to soften the inside, and then higher temp to make the outside crispy). They were sent back and (credit to them) they made a fresh batch (which came as we finished what we could eat of our meals). Sadly these too were inedible (hard raw interior to the chip). Of course the cost of the chips should have been deducted from the cost of our dinner but it wasn't - so sadly I had no choice but to not tip. Conclusion - if your gastropub doesn't know how to twice cook thick chips - take them of the menu. And if your fish is not as good as what you can buy from the street corner chippy - don't bother... Disappointing - I wish the manager had been there :( Will we be back? Only when the menu changes again.

From the owner: A classic British gastropub with modern ideals…read more Situated in the heart of Wilford, Nottingham. The Tailors Arms is a smart British gastropub & bar. We strive to produce high quality, locally sourced accessible food. From weekend brunches and late night drinks, to afternoon tea and a good hearty Sunday roast, we’ve got you covered. The Tailors Arms is here for you to use as you wish – We look forward to welcoming you all with open arms.

I grew up in Spondon but left for the USA almost 20 years ago and as such never experienced…read moreBluebell Dairy Farm before. We were visiting Derby for a Family Vacation and this was on a list of things to do to kill a couple of hours. We arrived in the morning on a lovely sunny day and were happy that the Car Park wasn't too busy. We paid our entry and engaged with a friendly lad who walked me through some things to do with the kids. Entry fee wasn't outrageous in my opinion and the kids loved interacting with the animals and the various activities to eat up a couple of hours on a Summer Day. Lots to see and the Ice Cream was incredible. All of my family commented on how fresh it was and said it was some of the best Ice Cream they have ever had ( and these kids are Ice Cream Connoisseurs ) Is it Alton Towers ??? No, but do you have to refinance your home to bring a Family of four to have fun ....no ? Bluebell Dairy is a reasonable place to hang out for an entire Family. Recommended

After 1 hour of tennis at half past 3 my family and I went to a restaurant that was worth…read moreremembering. This restaurant was Carluccio's, the reason my family and I went to this restaurant was because we went to one in Nottingham and we loved it, today when we arrived we were greeted by a man who was very cheerful and escorted us to our table as we had booked the day before and he said "You wouldn't wanted to have been here one hour earlier it was packed full of people!". So when we ordered we had a game of cards and then about 5 - 7 minutes our starters arrived I chose garlic bread as I knew my main course would fill me up, when my main course arrived I was amazed how big it was and was glad I ordered garlic bread, the main course I ordered was chicken Milanese and I was astounded how well cooked it was along with some pasta as I dislike tomatoes. I didn't have dessert as I was full from my main course. Great restaurant brilliant staff, good car parking across the street, 5 stars

5th visit to this restaurant this time for Sunday lunch. Food and service generally pretty good but…read morea few issues. Appetizers were good and they allowed two of us to split a carbonara as an appetizer...nice service. Unfortunately, and for the 3rd time, they had "run out" of swordfish despite accepting my order. The alternative offered was OK (turbot) but over breaded...I tasted more coating than fish which was supposed to be the main element. The others in my party had Chicken Milanese which was very good. But then they'd run out of coffee ice cream (fresh stuff fine but ice cream?) They clearly have cut inventory to the minimum so be prepared for missing items. Finally, and this is somewhat picky, they took a true classic, Canolis, and ruined them by trying to be fancy and just coming off as pretentious. Canolis do not ever need chocolate in the pastry or weird candied fruit; they are a simple delectable treat...these were well cooked but ruined. Overall a decent place but I've had better.

Useless place. Overpriced for what they serve…read more I've had better Thai food at a hole in the wall than this place. The decor is the only thing going for this place. They have made it look nice. But the food is not worth it. Would not recommend.

Lovely decor, calming soft music, muted lighting, cool and with the echo of running water features…read more Tarn Thai has a lovely ambience and good service from smart, polite staff. The food menu is large and all dishes are beautifully presented on large square plates with carved carrot and salad garnish. Plates don't seemed be warmed first though... All food is tasty and full of flavour, but not too spicy. Extra chilli usually lurks somewhere on the dish, so beware if you don't want it. Coffee is good, there's an extensive wine list, Asian beers and fruit juices. Very nice.

I go here once a month come from Leicester to visit the branch. It's fantastic. My friends come…read morehere and we make a day out in Nottingham, shopping exploration then food!!! . My suggestion when we are all discussing where to go for food. They already know it's got to be may sum on upper parliament street!! The food is great, atmosphere is lovely the decor is tasteful and the bathroom facilities are clean. Above all the service and staff are both excellent. See you again soon!!!

The food was great as expected, my kids enjoyed everything and they couldn't stop going to the ice…read morecream machine . definitely come here if you are looking to feed your family for under £30

Went for a curry near my new house; really wasn't expecting a place this good…read more Atmosphere and service good, not too expensive, and food absolutely excellent. Menu not too large but better to do a limited menu well than a larger one not so well. When they finish building the tram line there will be a stop right outside so easy to get to and worth the trip.

It was a grand dining experience here at Cottage Balti in Beeston…read more A friend of ours lives in the area and we were delighted to hear that there was a decent curry house nearby. I went for the Makhani Chicken as my tummy wasn't up for anything too spicy and it was grand. Very tasty. The floor staff were very friendly and prompt. They were also very patient with the more merry of our group. Really nice facilities too. Modern decor and very clean. Really good to see in a curry house. Definitely worth a look in if your in the mood for a curry.

A 2 star Michelin restaurant in Nottingham? Rooms, steps away from their restaurant? Oh no, would…read moreI be able to book dinner & a room with only a week's notice? The stars aligned and YES, I had a reservation (restaurant is open only 4 nights/week). Its tucked away on back roads near the River Trent. We arrived early and took a stroll for a couple hours around the river. Upon our return, we were immediately led to a perfectly cozy, quaint room. Outdoor patio seating, indoor seating area, cold water, fantastic tea & coffee, with fresh milk in the room were waiting along with a hot shower and plush towels. We were so comfortable, we were disappointed that we had to rush off for meetings. We returned for our 9pm dinner reservation. We arrived 15 minutes early for a cocktail. And then we were led to the table for our culinary adventure to begin. I have been to 2 star Michelin restaurant, Melisse and 3 star Michelin restaurant Per Se and each restaurant offers a unique experience. Sat Bains was elegant, yet casual and the only one to offer a room that was commensurate with the dining experience. Thus, its been our favorite experience. We opted for the 7 course tasting menu and added Duck Egg and Wine Pairings. The 7 courses included Scallop, Deer, Royal Kidney, Grouse, Chocolate and Blackcurrant. The wine pairings were a global experience, as well, with wines from Germany, Australia, Hungary, Uruguay, Argentina, New Zealand and California. Its always a challenge with an evening like this to not "tap out." We barely made it through, but loved the ability to schlepp to the comfort of our room. But it doesn't end there! In the morning, an incredible breakfast is provided in the atrium. Fresh orange juice, the BEST yogurt I had ever eaten, etc. After breakfast, I just wanted to go back to sleep, but alas, back to work. Finally, ALL staff was friendly, accommodating and we would love to return. An extraordinary experience.

Thanks to Daniel Patterson and Coi, I have now been exposed to the great cooking of Sat Bains. Like…read morehis counterpart in SF, the seaonality and local focus of ingredients yields magic when combined with his creative combinations and technique. -Oxtail in mushroom ketchup, served with a sous-vide duck egg and shaved porcinis. Apparently the ketchup is of 1700s historical recipes brought back by Heston Blumenthal . LIke a Worcestershire sauce, it melded with the beef and egg, paired with Radikon 'Oslavje' from Friuli. -Brassicas, radishes, flowers, charred onion ash, and smoked Hollandaise. A signature off of his tasting menu, it was surprising that this was served after the protein but then the smoked elements with the ash maybe strong enough to mask the complexity of the former mushroom ketchup. I think I'd make a UK trip for the Olympics next year as an excuse to come and try more of his fare.

This is one of my favourite places to eat, especially since they made it over. They are one of the…read morefew resturants being trialed as a pasta hut and the ravioli was delicous. They have an offer where you can have any individual pizza or pasta plus starter for £7.99 each also occasionally if you sign up to their website they do 50% off offers. I love the refill able drink option although sometimes its a little flat as they use that syrup with soda water stuff. Great for the kids with ther unlimited ice cream factory and for the romantics they do deserts for sharing :p In the week for lunch they do an all you can eat pizza and salad buffet too! As its on market square you are a stones throw from the metro and a mins walk from the major bus stops and taxi ranks.

Nice relaxing place to take the kids who enjoy the endless supply of ice cream and soft drinks. The…read morepizzas are always enjoyable and filling and you're often left taking some home. The staff are friendly, although if I were to have one criticism it would be that the place can sometimes be a bit too busy at times and the staff seem to struggle to cope with the demands made on them. Once or twice we have been left trying to wave down our waitress in order to pay for our meals. Hiring more staff during busy periods would undoubtedly solve this issue.