There is an art to the pre-theatre dinner. You want somewhere close to the venue, food that arrives quickly and flavours interesting enough to set the mood for the evening, all without the rush that leaves you sprinting for your seat. Our Hockley restaurant was practically made for it.
Perfectly placed in the city centre
ZHUG Hockley sits on Broad Street, right in the heart of Nottingham’s independent quarter and a short, easy walk from the city’s theatres and the Lace Market. That makes it an ideal Nottingham city centre restaurant for a bite before curtain-up, or somewhere to carry on the conversation afterwards.
Whether your evening is at the Nottingham Playhouse on Wellington Circus or the Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall on Theatre Square, you are minutes away on foot. Check your start time, then work backwards: an hour and a half at our table is plenty.
Fast, fresh and full of flavour
Street food is quick by nature, which is a gift when the clock is ticking. Order a pita stacked with chicken gyros or golden schnitzel, a build-your-own bowl, or a spread of mezze to share, including the hummus people keep coming back for. It is fresh, generous and satisfying, the kind of meal that sets you up nicely for a show without weighing you down.
Have a look at the full ZHUG menu before you come, so you can order the moment you sit down.
Easy for every group
Theatre trips often mean mixed company and mixed diets. Because our menu is Halal with clearly marked vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options, everyone in your party can find something they will love. No awkward compromises, no one left picking at a side salad.
Bringing a bigger group for a birthday or a work night out? Our event and group catering team can help with anything from 30 people upwards.
Book ahead on show nights
City-centre evenings get busy, especially when there is a big production in town. If you are planning a pre-theatre dinner in Nottingham, book ahead so your evening starts exactly on cue.
Reserve a table at ZHUG Hockley for your show night, or order online if you would rather eat at home afterwards.
Not heading into town? Our original site has its own following. There is more on it in our guide to finding a Halal restaurant near Wollaton Park.