Mesa Hockley is an independent restaurant at 24–26 Goose Gate in Nottingham. Its compact service schedule and concise sharing menu place the emphasis on an evening built around the kitchen, with open fire cooking shaping both meat and vegetable dishes.
Small plates are designed to be combined across the table, allowing diners to move between smoky, fresh, rich and acidic flavours. Past selections have included glazed pork ribeye, chaat masala chicken, grilled hake and crisp salads, reflecting a willingness to draw from several culinary traditions.
The fire is used as a cooking tool rather than a theme, adding char and depth while seasonal produce determines the detail of each plate. A changing menu means repeat visits can offer different ingredients and combinations rather than a fixed list of signatures.
Desserts receive the same creative treatment, with flavours such as cardamom and ginger appearing in composed puddings. Because the selection changes and several plates are shared, guests with allergies should contact the restaurant and discuss the current ingredients before ordering.
Address: 24–26 Goose Gate, Nottingham NG1 1FF, England