“A late morning meal eaten instead of breakfast and lunch” may be the dictionary definition of brunch, but those who do it regularly know it’s much more than that. Brunch is a social affair; it’s the perfect time to catch up with loved ones whilst devouring delicious dishes. Brunching is a worldwide institution, especially in the East Midlands! Check out our pick of the best brunches in Nottingham – perfect for tucking in with your family or friends!
Little Brickhouse
Fancy trying a new brunch spot in Nottingham? Look out for a baby pink nook on Derby Road; that’s Little Brickhouse, a natural wine and bottle shop with an imaginative and dynamic brunch menu. The perfect venue for a chatty and intimate meal, Little Brickhouse has been a hotspot for friends, families, and celebrations in Nottingham for years now. The menu, often delicately decorated with swooping cursive, hearts, and smiley faces, features an enticing blend of homemade staples and opulent accents.
Little Brickhouse is just over twenty minutes walking distance from Nottingham station, or you can catch a bus to Mount Street, and it’s an eight-minute walk from there. The café is steps from the world-famous Museum of Curiosities, a delightfully unusual destination to visit in the UK.
Fox Café
For a sage-interior slice of heaven on Pelham Street, head to Fox Café. Their outdoor seating area extends out into the street, creating the perfect spot for people watching with a side of toast. The café offers an extensive menu, catering to gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and meat-eaters. The vibe is super cosy, with adorable paintings of foxes covering the walls, fairy lights, and potted plants. It’s the perfect space to visit in Nottingham with friends or family.
TOAST Deli & Café
Pancakes, scrambled eggs, and iced coffee galore; TOAST goes above and beyond to deliver a plate to remember. Located on Derby Road, the café offers an exciting variety of local produce; their meat comes from a local butcher, and many of their cakes are actually provided by The Pudding Pantry (who also feature on our list!). If you’re craving a quality meal, TOAST is high up on our list of the best brunch places in Nottingham.
TOAST is a twenty-five-minute walk from Nottingham station, or you can get there by bus in about fifteen minutes.
Hungry Pumpkin
Hungry Pumpkin is a family-run café offering an Italian spin on our daily favourites. Everything is freshly made, and ingredients are locally sourced from many of Nottingham’s small and independent businesses. The Hungry Pumpkin has your breakfast and lunch cravings sorted, with a large sandwich menu and traditional breakfast bites. We recommend the Pumpkin Special – chorizo, eggs, mushrooms and peppers on toasted ciabatta. They also have loads of hot and soft drink options, as well as smaller plates and salads.
A fabulous spot for brunch in Nottingham city centre, Hungry Pumpkin is a nine-minute walk from the station, and if you sit outside on a balmy spring day, you’ll get a lovely view of St Mary’s Church.
Yolk
The perfect place to start your day out in Nottingham, Yolk. The perfect place to start your day out in Nottingham, Yolk is an unfussy little café on Goose Gate. Bathed in sunshine yellow, the café serves lovingly brewed coffee and a smashing brunch. We recommend trying a plate of Woodland - a slice of sourdough toast with truffle mushroom, wilted spinach, and eggs just the way you like them.
Yolk is a fourteen-minute walk from Nottingham station or a five-minute bus ride. You’ll pass the City of Caves, the UK’s largest network of caves and a real hidden gem in the city.
The Pudding Pantry
If you like sweet things, this is the place for you. The Pudding Pantry does savoury options too, but their unique puddings are the stars of the show. Red velvet cheesecake brownies, apple crumble macarons, praline tarts with dark chocolate ganache - there’s really no limit to this café’s creativity. Their savoury brunch menu is just as mouth-watering. We recommend the Pantry Breakfast, with pancakes, streaky bacon, country sausage, and all the trimmings.
The Pudding Pantry is also a fantastic vegan destination with ‘faux’ bacon, sausages, and pastrami hash available to devour. They’re located on Trinity Square, a fifteen-minute walk from Nottingham station.
Café Sobar
Want to brunch while supporting an important cause? Head to the friendly and inviting Café Sobar. Run by the charity Double Impact, this is a social enterprise serving yummy meals. The initiative aims to provide a safe space for recovering addicts as well as the wider community. The venue is completely alcohol free and offers a delightful variety, from their signature Sobar Stacks - hearty, flavourful toppings on a toasted English muffin - to generous big breakfasts, including vegetarian and vegan options.
Café Sobar is a ten-minute walk from Nottingham station, taking you past a range of high street stores ideal for window-shopping.
Cartwheel Café and Roastery
Located in Beeston, Cartwheel Café and Roastery is the place to go if you’re looking for expertly extracted coffee with a splendidly creamy crema. The venue has its own roasting facilities, and you can try unique blends brewed on-site. It’s an amazing place to visit for brunch, with everything from sweet French toast and pancakes to sausage focaccia and chorizo hash. Their plant-based brunch is a particular favourite, with scrambled tofu, homemade beans, smashed avocado, and miso mushrooms. People-watching in the sunshine with an iced flat white and a hearty brunch on the way really does sound like the perfect midday activity.
CrossCountry services trains from Nottingham to Beeston station, making Cartwheel Café easy to access. The journey takes just six minutes with no stops.
If you’re planning to visit some Nottingham brunch places, don’t forget to book Advance rail tickets via our website or the CrossCountry app. Before you travel, make sure to check scheduled train times to find the best journey for you. If you need more information, you can contact us here.
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