If you are searching for italian restaurants near Nottingham, the answer may be a short drive out of the city. Merchant of Venice at Patchings Art Centre, Oxton Road, Calverton (NG14 6NU) is an Italian restaurant and coffee house in a calm, creative setting — around 20 minutes by car from Nottingham city centre, depending on traffic.
Why Drive to Calverton for Italian Food
City-centre restaurants are convenient, but they are not always relaxed. At Patchings you get a different kind of meal: no hunting for parking, no rush, and a setting surrounded by galleries, gardens and countryside. Our “worth the trip” guide explains more.
What's at Patchings Art Centre
Patchings Art Centre is home to galleries, art shops, gardens and Vantom Village, which hosts markets and seasonal events throughout the year — including this winter’s Christmas Market and Christmas Party Nights. Our things to do in Calverton guide covers the day out.
Dinner, Brunch and Coffee
- Fresh pasta, pizza and risotto made in the Italian way
- Brunch, lunch and artisan coffee — open Tuesday to Sunday from 8:00 AM
- Desserts and relaxed evening dining until 10:00 PM
- Events including wine tasting evenings
Free Parking and How to Get Here From Nottingham
There is free on-premise parking at Patchings Art Centre. From Nottingham city centre it is roughly a 20-minute drive towards Calverton, depending on traffic. Satnav to NG14 6NU, or find us on the map on our Patchings page, where you can also book online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Merchant of Venice at Patchings Art Centre, Oxton Road, Calverton NG14 6NU, is an Italian restaurant near Nottingham, around 20 minutes by car from the city centre depending on traffic.
Yes. Free on-premise parking is available for guests.
Patchings is open Tuesday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and closed on Mondays.
Yes. A guided Italian wine tasting evening takes place on Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 7:00 PM, at 25 pounds per person.
No. All Merchant of Venice restaurants are closed on 25 December.
A relaxed table, free parking and a setting worth the drive — we would love to welcome you to Patchings.
