Ahhh Italian food. From classic bowls of creamy carbonara to gorgeous charcuterie spreads and sourdough slices of pizza, the cuisine really is a carb lover's dream. And lucky for you, we've rounded up the best Italian restaurants in Nottingham, so you can visit everything from quirky pubs fronting doughy delights to fine dining city centre haunts.
Craving carbonara? Ravenous for some ravioli? Then you're certainly going to want to head to Piccolino. Located in the heart of the city centre, this Italian restaurant is home to a fabulous open kitchen, cocktail bar and an alfresco terrace, making it perfect for all occasions.
Found in the heart of the city, Pizza Pilgrims is a welcoming restaurant serving authentically prepared Neapolitan pizzas, made using traditional techniques and Italian ingredients. Expect toppings like burrata, creamed spinach and pepperoni with hot honey, as well as small plates like cacio e pepe balls or garlic bread sharers.
There's a cracking cocktail menu to boot, all affordably priced. As for the interiors, expect all sorts of colourful, quirky decor, with a cool private dining space upstairs.
If you're on the hunt for the best Italian restaurants in Nottingham city centre, check out Gusto. The venue fronts quite the selection of pasta, from veggie bucatini to classic lasagna. For something interactive, try the Chef's Table experience, where you can have a go at pizza-making.
The Sir John Borlase Warren might be your go-to boozer for drinks, but it also fronts a menu filled with doughy delights and toasted bruschetta. And if you're looking to get your bang for your buck, head here on Mondays for 2 pizzas for £10.
Steamed mussels? Garlic bread? Crispy calamari? Yes, yes, and yes. Sinatra's is one of the best places for Italian tapas in Nottingham, whether you're in the mood for a few plates to share or a huge spaghetti bolognese all to yourself.
