Nottingham is a vibrant and varied city, with plenty to see and do and a huge variety of wonderful places to eat and drink.
Recently, after a busy day shopping, playing or visiting the cinema, we’ve dropped into The Peacock Public House on Mansfield Road for a bite to eat.
Situated close to the centre of town, The Peacock is a cosy, Victorian public house with bags of character. The vinyl record player and vinyl collection is a rather lovely touch too.
The staff are friendly and well-trained, and the pub has made a name for itself in recent years by serving 100% homemade vegan food, alongside an impressive array of cask ales, fine wines and quality spirits.
From lunchtime, they offer a range of vegan sandwiches, and from 5pm until 8pm, there’s a full vegan menu to choose from.
Mark is a fan of the pulled pork sandwich – a fresh and crisp ciabatta, filled with a juicy, meaty tasting “pork” drenched in plenty of smokey-sweet barbecue sauce. It’s utterly delicious and comes with plenty of chunky chips and fresh salad.
Sticking to their 100% vegan promise, the sandwiches are served up with milk and egg free mayo. Excellent.
Meanwhile, I’ve fallen in love with the fish and chips – firm triangles of tofu wrapped in nori (seaweed) and coated in a light, bubbly beer batter. It’s so tasty, with a texture so unlike anything usually available on a meat-free menu that it really feels like an extra special treat. It comes with firm and flavourful mushy peas, plenty of chunky chips and a lemon wedge. Perfect.
The kids, meanwhile, have discovered the joys of the battered sausage meal. Light, crisp batter encases two soft, moist, pork-like sausages, alongside a portion of beans, chunky chips and a lovely thick curry sauce.
We have yet to sample the rest of the menu, but with the lovely pub atmosphere and the excellent quality of food, we certainly plan to go back again…and again!
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Kat (The Baking Explorer) says
It all looks so tasty! I wish more pubs did this!
Emily Leary says
Yes it’s so great!
hieu says
I cannot help wanting to eat there! Not a permanent vegan but I’d like to if every vegetarian is like this.
Emily Leary says
Yes it’s great to have this quality of choice.
Tiffany Yong says
That’s interesting, a vegan western meal~ My bf is not a fan of tofu, but I cam, so I think Fish and Chips might very well be the dish I would order if it’s me too!
Emily Leary says
Yes it’s clever, isn’t it? I would definitely order it again.
Megan says
This place looks seriously incredible! I’m so impressed. Thank you for sharing!
Emily Leary says
We really love it there!
Elizabeth O says
I adore that there is an entire restaurant dedicated to Vegan food, that is such a great idea. It looks like a lovely place too!
Emily Leary says
It’s a really lovely pub with many Victorian features and absolutely delicious 100% vegan food. Definitely worth a visit!
Vidya Sudarsan says
I am strict vegetarian and always wanted to try to be a vegan for at least a few days a week. We have shopped at Tesco since we visit UK every few years. Nice to know about these vegan choices.
Emily Leary says
Yes and there are so many more vegan products to choose from these days in the UK!
Brie says
Have not heard of this place but am interested in learning more.
Emily Leary says
The meals we had were exceptionally tasty and we’ll most definitely be going again!
Nailil says
These all look like delicious options! I may need to try these!
Nailil
Emily Leary says
Yes such a great range and we haven’t even tried it all yet!
Atembe says
Is this is the UK? I like to travel and check out restaurants in other countries (I’m from the US). A vegan restaurant would definitely be a nice break from fast/fried food!
Emily Leary says
Yes, Nottingham in Nottinghamshire, England. I definitely recommend a visit – Nottingham has lots to offer.
Ashley says
I’m shocked to see that those dishes are vegan! It goes to show that we can still our food and it be nutrious/healthy for us!
Emily Leary says
Yes absolutely! And not too pricey either!
Sara Welch says
Some of this looks so yummy! The Peacock Pub looks like an awesome place to eat!
Emily Leary says
Yes, I would definitely recommend it.
Claire says
Looks like a lovely place to visit Emily. I keep saying to my Husband we need to eat out more in Nottingham. Must ask him if he has seen this place as he works in Nottingham :)
Emily Leary says
Oh yes, do! Or come and meet me for lunch one day! :D
Sheree says
These dishes all look so delicious, I can’t believe they are all vegan, looks so good!
~xo Sheree
Emily Leary says
It’s all really impressive. I need to go back and try some more dishes!
Holly says
Ooh…that looks super delicious. What an awesome place to eat. I wanna try it!!
Emily Leary says
Yes! Really special – I hope more and more places like this open up across the UK.
Lyosha says
Looks delicious! i just vegetarian food and rarely eat something not vegetarian marked out. The place looks awesome!
Emily Leary says
It really is awesome!
Valerie Christie says
Nottingham looks like a quaint place to visit. The food looks yummy too! Looks like you had a great time.
Emily Leary says
Nottingham is an awesome city. Lots to do and some really pretty areas too.
Czjai Reyes-Ocampo says
I love the cozy ambiance of this restaurant. Their food looks amazing, too. :)
Emily Leary says
Yes it has a really nice look. We ate next to a big portrait of George Bernard Shaw.
Nancie says
The decor is warm and inviting. The menu looks enticing. I’m not a vegan, but I would be excited to try some of the dishes on offer.
Emily Leary says
Yes, I’m not vegan either but I was just so impressed!
Nell (Pigeon Pair and Me) says
I’m amazed how much this looks and sounds like traditional pub grub – and yet it’s all vegan. What a remarkable place!
Emily Leary says
Yes, it’s really amazing. I can’t recommend it highly enough!
Karla says
Looks like a great place to eat! The food looks delicious!
Emily Leary says
Yes it really is – especially the pulled pork. Drool!
pujarini says
These are such yummy looking dishes. Love the beautiful pictures.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! Easy to take beautiful shots when the food is this good!
Maureen says
These looks oh, so delicious! Finger licking good! It looks like a nice place to visit. Thanks for sharing.
Emily Leary says
Thanks – yes a really nice place to visit for a quick lunch or a chilled dinner.
Christa says
It’s so wonderful to see vegan food becoming more and more mainstream. This looks like such a lovely spot to get a delicious meal.
Emily Leary says
Yes, I agree!
Rachel says
This menu looks and sounds scrumptious. I’m curious – is the BBQ “pork” made from jackfruit?
Emily Leary says
I think so, but I need to ask next time I go in!
Ann Snook says
I’m always so interested in how they make vegan versions of non-vegan foods. The fish and chips sounds so interesting! My favorite vegan lunch is a tempeh “meatball” sub at a local spot . . . divine!
Emily Leary says
Oh that sounds really delicious – I want to try it!
Lisa Jane (Travel Loving Family) says
Oh wow the dishes look seriously good!!! I would even be tempted to go vegan;)
Emily Leary says
It really does show how interesting and delicious plant-based food can be!