The best restaurants in East Midlands

We both had the Malaysian lamb curry and a side order of curried fish balls. Coconut rice included in the meal and were authentically made, so there was a small side dish of peanut and crackers. Those with allergies must inform the servers. The fish balls were really fresh and the lamb pieces were tender. My friend prefers it a bit hotter but it was just right for me, as I don't have the tolerance for spicy hot foods. It was a hot muggy day so we ordered something cold. The peach tea and iced coffee were so nice we ordered another. Overall, a delicious meal with non intrusive service. Definitely will want to go back soon. Oh, I've also taken home a take out. 😋

Lovely clean place excellent service all very nice We had coffee and cake generous portions Thank you we will come again and recommend you

this place was one of the best cafes in loughbough staff are very polite nothing is to much trouble unfortintly the place has shut down dew to the powers to be are selling the crillion court and building student flats very sad really

Stopped off on way through, and found this gem of a place, I really would recommend a visit, it truly is a gem, food is excellent and service is superb. We had Eggs Benedict and a BLT, it was lovely and made to your liking, superb. Keep up the great food guys if you read these.

Omg the cake, gorgeous The ladies were lovely, very attentive. Would certainly recommend this place even if it was just for a coffee

The pistachio baklava is to die for. Fresh, full of flavour and goes down a treat. Fresh ice cream inside the baklava tops it off. The syrup is not too strong either so it's a nice filling dessert.

We got a takeaway from here on Friday night with all the family, we had a mixture of cod, chicken and mushroom pie, chicken nuggets, sausage and chips and all of course a chip shop curry sauce! The service was good but it gets very busy very fast. After you have ordered you get a fob that buzzes once your food is ready. It is a very good idea as you can wait outside so it doesn’t get too crowded. The food was 10/10 and well priced. Highly recommend if you are wanting a chippy tea!🍟

OK so my partner and I came here a few weeks back for the first time and just had a coffee. Cant fault this at all, staff were lovely and the coffee was great and the place is really clean and nicely decorated. So we went back this week and thought we'd go here for a date lunch as we love Italian food and wine. The menu options were not great to be honest. We were expecting lovely homemade Italian bistro food but it was mainly French, omelets and sweet dishes. There were no lovely Italian breads, oils or olives even. The food we did ask for we were told was not available so we thought OK, let's just have fries and a drink. Couldn't believe it, it was so quiet and it was lunch time, only to be told there were no chips. Really disappointed, we really wanted to like this place as the coffee was awesome but the food was just a major let down unfortunately.

A selection of cheap cocktails with a young crowd - this place would be good for students. This spacious venue could accommodate large groups or casual drinks. I didn't see a smoking area but you can pop out the front.

I would have shared a photo but I ate it too quickly, with an amazing view and atmosphere around. The hot drinks are lovely.

Absolutely lovely place. All the staff were amazing and the Sunday roast was the best I’ve ever had. Can’t wait to go back!

Had a lovely lunch with beautiful home cooked food and cakes with such friendly staff. Was made very welcome and wish that I lived nearer to visit again such a gem of a place.

We moved to Barlestone just a week ago and decided to give Daawat a go. The food was absolutely delicious and for the price we decided that it was probably one of the best Indian restaurants that we have ordered from. My tandoori mixed grill was to die for. PLEASE give them a try. You won't be disappointed!

Good beer and a friendly welcoming atmosphere.

I went for dinner with my friends here last night and had such a lovely experience. Amazing staff, food and cocktails! Can’t wait to visit again already. Thank you!