best overall - sponsored by bidfood

Awarded to the best overall on the evening. Please note no nominations are required, as the winner will be selected by our panel of judges.

the imogen skirving memorial award - sponsored by langar hall

As a tribute to the much-loved restaurateur, this will be awarded for outstanding achievement and dedication to the local food and drink industry. Please note no nominations are required, as the winner will be selected by our panel of judges.

best new venue - sponsored by hopwells

 Any restaurant, café, bar or public house that has been open since January 1, 2017.

best asian - sponsored by...

Restaurants, other than other than Indian, that specialise in Chinese, Malaysian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Nepalese or fusion flavours.

best cafe/express - sponsored by...

Food outlets that enable us to eat either ‘on the go’ or a quick cuppa and snack in an informal, relaxed setting.

best indian - sponsored by...

The number one curry house representing food of the Indian subcontinent.

best drinks venue - sponsored by...

A cool, trendy venue, that offers a stylish and exciting cocktail menu, fine wines and/or distinctive spirits.

best international award - sponsored by...

Venues serving authentic European and American cuisine: including British, French, Italian, Greek, Mexican, Polish, Belgian and Spanish.

best city centre experience - sponsored by cartwright communications

Nominate your favourite bar, restaurant, café or pub within the City Centre. It’s the spot where you’re guaranteed a friendly welcome, consistently good food and drink and top service.

best public house - sponsored by...

 A unique British institution, that promotes a sense of conviviality and community with a great range of beers and other drinks.

best out of town - sponsored by...

This is open to any restaurants, bars, pubs or cafes located outside Nottingham City Centre but within Nottinghamshire and the Nottingham Post circulation area including Sandiacre, Long Eaton and Ilkeston.

outstanding service award - sponsored by page kirk

The business, that offers the most efficient and friendly service.

fine dining award - sponsored by owen taylor & sons ltd

A restaurant of the highest quality: with an exceptional a la carte menu, service and surroundings.