Lying just behind the urban sprawl of the inner city is the idyllic village of Plumtree where Perkins Restaurant resides. Surrounded by heavenly countryside, Perkins can be found down the little private road opposite to the Plumtree Garage on Station Road.

Housed within the beautifully converted village train station that dates back to the 1880’s, Perkins combines contemporary décor with rustic character to create a truly unique and charming dining experience. The entire restaurant is bright and airy and almost appears to mimic the rolling countryside that sits just outside. Fern green paint is coupled with neutral tones in the fixtures and furnishings to create a contemporary dining space with a refreshing and relaxing ambience. Bespoke light fixtures shaped like flowers add an element of drama to this simple, yet stunning space. With several private dining rooms that are available for hire ranging from small to large and each differing slightly in décor, there is a room at Perkins suited for every occasion. They even have their own smokehouse on site which adds yet another dimension to dining there.

The menu focuses on using fine, seasonally available, local produce to create a unique blend of classic and modern European dishes. With food that has seen the restaurant win countless awards, including ‘Midlands Restaurant of the Year’ in 2007 and 2008 and the Which? Good Food Guide and Nottingham Restaurant Awards ‘Outstanding Service’ award in 2008, you know dining at Perkins will be a delight no matter what the occasion. The main a la carte features, when seasonally available, dishes such as duo of Belvoir pheasant with Scotch broth; roast loin of Stathern lamb served with a shallot puree, boulangere potatoes, minted greens; and Medallions of Clipston-on-the-Wolds fillet beef with chips, fine beans and a brandy and green peppercorn cream sauce. This is complemented by a specials board that is updated regularly as well as a range of regularly changing set menus that are available throughout the week.

Whether you require an intimate meal, celebration or business lunch, Perkins is well worth the short trip outside the city. With fantastic value set menus, beautiful views and a relaxing ambience it is perfect for dining, every day of the week.