Malt Cross — Restaurant in Nottingham

The barman, when I asked him which bitter he recommended, asked if I preferred hoppy or malty, offered me two samples unasked, and showed the small display bottles for assessing colour. I can honestly say this has never happened to me before, and left a great impression - as did their 'house beer'. The place has a huge arched, glazed roof which makes it spacious and bright. On the minus side the furniture is in places a bit dilapidated, and the 'open mic' music on that wednesday needed a bit more rehearsal perhaps, but it's in keeping with the past of the venue and pubs must do 'special' nights to survive. Overall, a unique place and very worthy of support. The food looked good too, and...

Proper pub. 7 real ales from mainly independent brewers. Unusual old world interior of wood panelling, ornate railings & bannisters and glass panelled ceiling with ornate metal pillars. It's a 'proper'. Just some unobtrusive background music but a relaxed feel with people just chatting, creating a good background hubbub. Food is limited to sarnies, salads & ploughman's. Need to make some effort on this front to make it a bit more of an all rounder. Nothing fancy required. Limited menu of wholesome food. Closed down for a whole recently. This is a character pub that deserves to be supported. Definitely include it in...

Upmarket but inclusive Christian-owned city centre pub/bar with fabulous Victorian interior decor. Decent range of real ales and craft beers with full complement of all other drink types too - particularly good for teas. During the day functions as a quieter cafe-ish venue compared to the busy evening scene. Upstairs balcony seating (including secluded snug area) overlooks the main downstairs room which has space for live performances. Basement hosts rentable rooms and art gallery; further down the sandstone cellars are yet another old Nottingham cave. Regular well-regarded pub quiz...