The Pelican Club is an Italian restaurant and live jazz venue at 55 St Mary’s Place in Nottingham. Its evening-only format combines dinner with performances in an intimate Lace Market setting. The result suits dates, celebrations and diners who want music to be part of the occasion rather than background decoration.
Head chef Francesco draws particularly on the rustic food of Palermo and Sicily. The kitchen works with local independent suppliers as well as imported Italian ingredients, allowing familiar regional dishes to reflect what is fresh and available. Menus change regularly with the season.
A separate vegetarian and vegan menu gives meat-free diners a fuller choice. Antipasti, pasta and composed main dishes can be arranged into a leisurely multi-course meal that matches the pace of the evening. Guests should check the current menu when booking because individual dishes evolve.
Live jazz acts appear throughout the month, supported by a list of Italian wines chosen for dinner and a broad cocktail selection. The bar serves both house creations and classics. Guests with allergies or specific dietary requirements should notify the restaurant and confirm ingredients before ordering.
Address: 55 St Mary's Place, Nottingham NG1 1PH, England
The Pelican Club Menu
Antipasti
Bruschetta Pomodorini
Slow-roasted cherry tomatoes, topped with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese & crispy pork cheek. Vegetarian upon request, Vegan upon request, Gluten free upon request.
Bruschetta Acciughe
Buffalo mozzarella cheese, topped with anchovy fillet, fresh rocket & basil oil. Vegetarian upon request, Gluten free upon request.
Tortino di Frittata
Oven baked potato & spinach torte with truffle & parmesan, topped with crispy Parma ham, served with a creamy spinach sauce. Gluten free, Vegetarian upon request.
Insalata di Mare
Seafood salad of squid, octopus & cuttlefish, topped with parsley & lemon oil, served with fresh rocket & homemade focaccia. Gluten free upon request.
Piatto Misto
Mixture of typical Umbrian cured meats & cheese, served with homemade bread & chutney. Vegetarian upon request, Gluten free upon request.
Primi
Pasta dishes are also available as a starter size.
Rigatoni alla Zozzona
Rigatoni pasta in a mix of carbonara & a tomato & basil sauce, topped with crispy pork cheek. Vegetarian upon request, Gluten free upon request.
Ravioli alla Bietola e Caprino
Homemade pasta filled with goat’s cheese & beetroot, in a roasted courgette, mascarpone, fennel & paprika sauce, finished with crumbled sausage & rocket. Vegetarian upon request.
Spaghetti alla Trapanese
Spaghetti pasta with traditional Sicilian pesto of tomato & basil, topped with basil oil & roasted almond flakes. Vegan, Gluten free upon request.
Conchiglie Cacio e Pepe
Conchigle pasta in a sauce of pecorino cheese & black pepper, served on a bed of fresh rocket. Vegetarian, Gluten free upon request.
Farfallette al Salmone
Farfalle pasta with smoked salmon in a creamy white wine & shallot sauce, topped with fresh parsley. Gluten free upon request.
Secondi
Tagliata
Beef rib eye from the grill, sliced & topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced roasted potatoes and a rocket & parmesan salad. Gluten free.
Stufato di Agnello e Piselli
Hunks of lamb shoulder slow cooked with potatoes, peas, mint & rosemary, served with garlic bruschetta. Gluten free upon request.
Capocollo al Miele
Roasted pork collar with a gorgonzola & honey sauce, topped with fresh walnut & served with roasted potatoes. Gluten free upon request.
Tonno in Agrodolce
Tuna steak topped with sweet pan-fried balsamic red onions, served with roasted potatoes & a mixed leaf salad. Gluten free.
Contorni
Patate dei Tre Nonni
Thinly sliced olive oil roasted potatoes with golden onions. Vegan, Gluten free.
Fagiolini
Steamed green beans seasoned with garlic & parsley. Vegan, Gluten free.
Misticanza
Mixed leaf salad with oven roasted cherry tomatoes. Vegan, Gluten free.
Vegetarian / Vegan – Starter
Bruschetta Pomodorini
Vegetarian with slow-roasted cherry tomatoes, topped with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese; Vegan with slow-roasted cherry tomatoes, topped with basil oil. Gluten free upon request.
Bruschetta Buffala
Vegetarian with buffalo mozzarella, topped with fresh rocket & balsamic glaze. Gluten free upon request.
Tortino di Frittata
Vegetarian oven baked potato torte with truffle & parmesan, served with a creamy spinach sauce. Gluten free.
Piatto Misto
Vegetarian Mixture of typical Umbrian cheese served with homemade bread & chutney. Gluten free upon request.
Vegetarian / Vegan – Mains
Pasta dishes are also available as a starter size.
Rigatoni alla Zozzona
Vegetarian Rigatoni pasta in a mix of carbonara & a tomato & basil sauce. Gluten free upon request.
Ravioli alla Bietola e Caprino
Vegetarian Homemade pasta filled with goat’s cheese & beetroot, in a roasted courgette, mascarpone, fennel, rocket & paprika sauce.
Spaghetti alla Trapanese
Vegan Spaghetti pasta with traditional Sicilian pesto of tomato & basil, topped with basil oil & roasted almond flakes. Gluten free upon request.
Conchiglie Cacio e Pepe
Vegetarian Conchigle pasta in a sauce of pecorino cheese & black pepper, served on a bed of fresh rocket. Gluten free upon request.
Crostone ai Pomodorini
Vegan Bruschetta of steamed green beans seasoned with garlic & parsley, served with sliced roasted potatoes & mixed leaf salad. Gluten free upon request.
Dolci
Tiramisu
Mascarpone cream with coffee infused biscuit & a sprinkle of cacao. Vegetarian.
Torta Cuore Caldo
Chocolate torte baked in the oven with a melted chocolate centre, topped with homemade hot orange custard. Vegetarian, Gluten free.
Crema di Amaretti
Creamy Amaretto mousse whipped with crunchy Amaretti biscuit. Vegetarian.
Gelato
3 scoops of ice cream of your choice. Ask a pelican for available flavours. Vegan, Gluten free.