Looking to get your fill of festive feasting? We're rounding up the best places for Christmas dinner in Nottingham for 2026, so you know exactly where to head for those turkeys and trimmings. From swish eateries promising luxurious menus to cool and casual pubs serving up mulled wine and burgers bigger than Santa's belly, there's something for every kind of party in this jolly roundup.
This gorgeous bar and restaurant really comes into its own during the festive season. Offering some of the most affordable Christmas dinners in Nottingham, Pitcher & Piano is a must for get-togethers with friends and quirky yuletide cocktails accompanied by the other half. Oh, and the mint chocolate tart is to die for.
For the best Nottingham restaurants with Christmas dinner, head to Gusto. Situated in the city centre, the venue is slinging out a three-course meal from £44. From chicken liver pate and spiced celeriac soup to turkey involtini, slow-cooked beef and vegan flank steak, not to mention Biscoff cheesecake for dessert, it's brilliant for the holiday season.
A stylish British restaurant in the heart of the city, Cosy Club is a top pick for festive dining. The charming space is filled with dark wooden decor and elegant chandeliers, alongside plush leather sofas and a grand, winding staircase.
There are private rooms available for more exclusive meals, or simply sit back in their main restaurant and enjoy the Christmas menu. Expect three sumptuous courses, including everything from house-roasted pork belly to pigs in blankets and traditional puddings.
The grand and impressive Browns Nottingham is serving up a gorgeous Christmas dinner with all the best sides this December. Devour a particularly elegant affair with their festive turkey accompanied by all the merry trimmings, pan-seared rainbow trout and braised blade of beef, to name just a few of their fabulous dishes.
Alea in Nottingham offers a high-energy night out with heaps of casino action. Tuck into a delicious Christmas dinner there with plenty of entertainment. The festive menu includes traditional roast turkey breast, parmesan-crusted hake fillet and a chickpea and vegetable wellington.
A sleek spot for a Christmas lunch or dinner this year, The Alchemist is back with its fun festive menu. Head to the city centre bar and restaurant for a take on classic plates and a range of fantastical cocktails designed to get the good times rolling.
A top restaurant for Christmas dinner in Nottingham city centre, All Bar One boasts a range of dining options for every budget. Get the gang together for cocktails plus a festive dinner with plenty of hearty food and fizz, including turkey, sea bass Thai green curry, steak and chips, roast aubergine and more.
One of the friendliest pubs in the city, Poppy and Pint is a charming spot to enjoy a holiday-themed dinner with a mushroom, squash and beetroot wellington or turkey roulade worth getting stuck into. Showcasing scrumptious food and a programme of events throughout the season, the firm favourite ensures fun right up to the new year.
🍔 Midweek Eats - 1 Course & A Drink for £14 or 2 Courses & A Drink for £18 🥤 and 1 other offer
The ever-glamorous Slug and Lettuce is attracting foodies to its pink and gold bar with a tempting trio of festive offerings: a festive bottomless brunch, buffet and set menu.
Whether you're in the mood for endless cocktails or a three-course meal for just £40 per person, feast on anything from holiday pancake stacks to festive burgers and brie mac and cheese. They're also adding some Christmas cocktails to their already legendary drinks menu, so keep a look out for those.
Adorned with gold, twinkling lights and gorgeous, soft interiors, Mowgli in Nottingham is an aesthetic and inviting Indian restaurant that whips up delicious street food and tempting cocktails.
This Christmas, it's pulling out all the stops with its festive menu, inviting families and friends to dine on multiple courses for £40 per person. Begin with a glass of bubbles or soft drink each, followed by the likes of fenugreek kissed fries, gunpowder chicken or Himalayan cheese toasties. Tiffin boxes are next up, and save room for dessert as the venue's signature brownie is delicious.
A quirky pub with a spooky twist, The Pit & Pendulum is certainly one of the most unique places for a Christmas dinner in Nottingham 2026. Head over during the festive season and see what its cheap menus have in store for you - think pigs 'n' blankets and cookie apple pies.
Located in the heart of West Bridgford, The Botanist is a charming venue that features rustic decor like wooden beams and exposed brick walls, covered in pretty greenery. They specialise in gin-based cocktails, which you can pair with their festive set menu.
You can enjoy two or three courses of seasonal fare, starting from £26.95 per person. Enjoy baked camembert topped with spiced red onion, roasted turkey kebabs, espresso martini tiramisu and more.
For a no-fuss festive feast, Brewhouse & Kitchen should be your first port of call. Alongside the heartiest Christmas menu in Nottingham for 2026, which includes the classic turkey dish with sides, you'll find speciality brews made in-house to keep the vibes merry.
Nothing says Christmas quite like a big meal in a cosy pub, and Embankment is one of the best of the bunch. The venue also fronts a range of private hire options suited to whatever your party needs, with a minimum booking of 20 merry-makers.
🍔 Midweek Eats - 1 Course & A Drink for £14 or 2 Courses & A Drink for £18 🥤 and 1 other offer
Slug and Lettuce is offering cheap and cheerful Christmas dinners for you and all your friends at its Market Square and Cornerhouse locations in Nottingham. Stop in for some tasty yuletide treats, washed down with themed sips and creative concoctions.
If you're searching for 'Christmas dinner in 2026 near me', O'Neill's Nottingham is always guaranteed to have a vibrant atmosphere and plenty of entertainment. It also has an inviting menu full of creative takes on festive favourites, such as a turkey dinner, chicken and ham pie, and a spinach and mushroom wellington.
Looking for an all-round cosy boozer that does a great Christmas dinner? The Willow Tree in Nottingham is the perfect venue to gather with friends and consume the likes of hand-carved turkey with all the roasties and a glass of crisp, real ale to wash it all down. Delicious.
