Nottingham, the vibrant heart of the East Midlands, offers a solid halal food scene. Home to two major universities and a growing Muslim community, the city provides good options across various cuisines. For more UK guides, see our halal food in UK hub.
Halal Food Overview in Nottingham
Nottingham provides good halal accessibility across the city.
| Aspect | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Halal Restaurants | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 60+ options |
| Variety | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Good diversity |
| Student Areas | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Good coverage |
| City Centre | ⭐⭐⭐ | Growing scene |
| Overall | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Good city |
Best Areas for Halal Food
Hyson Green
Nottingham’s primary halal hub:
- Radford Boulevard: Main food strip
- Pakistani restaurants: Traditional dishes
- Bangladeshi cuisine: Authentic options
- Halal butchers: Multiple shops
- Asian grocery stores: Full range
Radford
Community area with halal options:
- Local restaurants: Family-run eateries
- Takeaways: Numerous choices
- Sweet shops: Mithai available
- Affordable: Budget-friendly
City Centre
Victoria Centre Area:
- Shopping centre dining
- Chain restaurants
- German Doner Kebab
- Quick service options
Old Market Square:
- Central location
- Some halal options
- Growing diversity
Lenton
University student area:
- Near University of Nottingham: Campus proximity
- Student-friendly: Good prices
- Mixed options: Various cuisines
- Late-night: Takeaways open late
Types of Halal Food Available
South Asian Cuisine
Nottingham’s strength:
- Pakistani: Karahi, biryani, BBQ
- Indian: Various regional dishes
- Bangladeshi: Traditional cuisine
- Punjabi: Hearty dishes
Middle Eastern
- Turkish: Kebabs, grills
- Lebanese: Shawarma, mezze
- Kurdish: Some restaurants
- Arabic: Various options
Halal Fast Food
- German Doner Kebab: City centre
- Chicken shops: Throughout city
- Burger joints: Halal options
- Pizza places: Halal toppings
African Cuisine
- Somali restaurants: East African
- Nigerian: West African options
- Ethiopian: Some choices
Popular Halal Restaurants
Hyson Green / Radford
| Restaurant | Cuisine | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Various curry houses | Pakistani | £-££ |
| Bangladeshi restaurants | South Asian | £-££ |
| Turkish grills | Middle Eastern | ££ |
City Centre
| Restaurant | Cuisine | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| German Doner Kebab | Turkish | £ |
| Chain restaurants | Mixed | ££ |
| Independent options | Various | ££ |
Lenton
| Restaurant | Cuisine | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Student takeaways | Various | £ |
| Kebab houses | Turkish | £ |
| Indian restaurants | South Asian | ££ |
Halal Shopping
Halal Butchers
Hyson Green:
- Multiple halal butchers
- Fresh meat daily
- Competitive prices
Radford:
- Community butchers
- Quality meat
Supermarkets
- Tesco: Halal sections
- Asda: Various locations
- Sainsbury’s: Some halal
- Asian supermarkets: Extensive
Specialty Stores
- Radford Boulevard shops: Asian products
- Middle Eastern stores: Specialty items
- African shops: Specific products
Nottingham for Muslim Visitors
Tourist Attractions & Food
Nottingham Castle:
- Historic landmark
- City centre location
- Food options nearby
Old Market Square:
- One of UK’s largest squares
- Events throughout year
- Some halal restaurants around
Sherwood Forest:
- Robin Hood country
- Very limited halal
- Pack food from Nottingham
Wollaton Hall:
- Historic house
- Limited on-site food
- City food accessible
Universities
University of Nottingham:
- Large campus in Lenton
- Islamic Society active
- Some campus halal options
- Hyson Green accessible
Nottingham Trent University:
- City centre campus
- Food options around
- Prayer facilities available
Shopping Areas
Victoria Centre:
- Major shopping centre
- Food court
- Some halal options
intu Broadmarsh (Redevelopment):
- Check current status
- City centre location
Prayer Facilities
Nottingham has 20+ mosques:
- Nottingham Central Mosque: Significant
- Karimia Institute: Islamic centre
- Various local mosques: Throughout city
Day Trips from Nottingham
Leicester (30 min)
- Golden Mile famous
- Excellent halal
- See our Leicester guide
Birmingham (1 hour)
- UK’s second city
- Exceptional halal scene
- See our Birmingham guide
Sheffield (45 min)
- Steel City
- Good halal options
- See our Sheffield guide
Practical Tips
- Hyson Green first: Best halal concentration
- Radford Boulevard: Traditional options
- Student areas: Budget-friendly
- City centre chains: Reliable options
- Late night: Many places open late
- Halal butchers: Fresh meat in Hyson Green
- Victoria Centre: Quick options while shopping
- Leicester day trip: More halal variety
- University areas: Good deals
- Ask about halal: Most display certificates