Merchant of Venice Blog

Dining guides, event news and stories from our Italian restaurants in Leicester and Nottingham.

Colourful weekend brunch spread with fruit, pastries and coffee at Merchant of Venice Leicester
Brunch & Breakfast · 20 September 2026

Best Brunch & Breakfast in Leicester City Centre

Italian-style brunch, artisan coffee and fresh pastries in Leicester city centre. Discover why Granby Street and Loseby Lane are the brunch spots worth setting aside a morning for.

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Warmly lit intimate restaurant bar, ideal setting for date night dining in Leicester
Date Night · 20 September 2026

Romantic Restaurants & Date Night Dining in Leicester

Candlelit Italian dining on Loseby Lane, Leicester — the perfect setting for date nights, anniversaries and private celebrations.

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Golden Nottinghamshire countryside near Calverton and Oxton at sunset
Local Guide · 20 September 2026

Best Italian Restaurant Near Calverton, Oxton & Woodborough

Looking for Italian food near Calverton, Oxton or Woodborough? Merchant of Venice at Patchings Art Centre is the closest authentic Italian restaurant for Nottinghamshire's surrounding villages.

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Colourful fresh vegetable bowl, part of the vegetarian menu at Merchant of Venice Leicester
Dietary Guide · 20 September 2026

Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten-Free Italian Dining in Leicester

Authentic Italian food for every diet. Discover the vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options at both Merchant of Venice Leicester locations.

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A glass of red wine overlooking a vineyard, representing the Italian wine tasting experience in Leicester
Events & Tasting · 20 September 2026

Wine Tasting Near Me: A Guide to Wine Tasting in Leicester

Discover Italian wine tasting in Leicester at Merchant of Venice — guided tastings, small groups and a curated Italian wine selection.

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Busy artisan coffee bar in Leicester city centre, serving handcrafted espresso drinks
Coffee & Dessert · 20 September 2026

Best Coffee in Leicester City Centre

Artisan coffee in Leicester city centre — discover why Granby Street and Loseby Lane are worth a visit for coffee alone.

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Sharing a pizza together, a family-friendly meal at Merchant of Venice Leicester
Family Dining · 20 September 2026

Family-Friendly Italian Restaurant in Leicester City Centre

Looking for a family-friendly restaurant in Leicester? Discover why Granby Street and Loseby Lane welcome families with a warm atmosphere and a menu for every age.

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Warmly lit restaurant interior, one of the best places to eat in Leicester city centre
Dining Guide · 20 September 2026

Best Places to Eat in Leicester City Centre (2026 Guide)

Looking for the best places to eat in Leicester city centre? See why Merchant of Venice is a local favourite for authentic Italian dining.

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Friends planning a day out exploring Leicester city centre together
Local Guide · 20 September 2026

Best Places to Visit in Leicester (& Where to Eat Afterwards)

Planning a day out in Leicester? Discover the best places to visit in the city centre, and where to eat once you're done exploring.

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Elegant dining table set with wine glasses, close to Leicester train station
Dining Guide · 20 September 2026

Restaurants Near Leicester Train Station

Looking for a restaurant near Leicester train station? Merchant of Venice on Granby Street is a short walk away, open from breakfast through to dinner.

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Family and friends enjoying a relaxed shared Italian meal together at a restaurant table
Family Dining · 1 August 2026

Family-Friendly Restaurants Near Patchings Art Centre: Where to Eat After a Day of Art and Adventure

Just finished a day of art, gardens and animal paddocks at Patchings? Discover why Merchant of Venice is the family-friendly Italian restaurant Nottingham visitors keep coming back to.

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Elegant pre-theatre dinner table set with wine glasses and a plated Italian dish at Merchant of Venice Granby Street Leicester
Pre-Theatre Dining · 1 August 2026

Best Italian Restaurant on Granby Street Leicester for Pre-Theatre Dining

Dining before a show at Curve Theatre? Discover why Merchant of Venice on Granby Street is one of the most convenient pre-theatre dining spots in Leicester city centre.

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Atmospheric restaurant interior tucked away on Loseby Lane in Leicester's historic Lanes quarter
Local Guide · 1 August 2026

Why Loseby Lane is Leicester's Hidden Gem for Authentic Italian Food

Tucked into Leicester's historic Lanes quarter near Highcross, discover why Loseby Lane is home to one of the city's most-loved authentic Italian restaurants.

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Fresh handmade Italian pasta dish served at Merchant of Venice, one of the best Italian restaurants in Leicester
Dining Guide · 26 July 2026

Best Italian Restaurant in Leicester for Authentic Italian Cuisine

If you've been searching for the best Italian restaurants Leicester has to offer, discover why Merchant of Venice is the city centre's home for authentic, tradition-rooted Italian cooking.

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