Smile Grill
Quick info
About Smile Grill
Smile Grill serves Afghan and Northern Pakistani cuisine on Alfreton Rd in Nottingham, with a grill platter for four served with free pilau rice among the options for sharing. The kitchen also prepares chapli kebab made with mutton and lamb, alongside lamb chops, curry and biryani. Waitstaff take orders verbally at the table rather than writing them down, and full table service runs throughout the room. A private dining room is available for groups. The menu is halal. Last orders go in at 11pm, with the restaurant closing at midnight.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · On-site parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
- Good for kidsHas changing table(s) · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryHalal food · Vegan options · Vegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention grill platter, lamb chops, chapli kebab and biryani.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention grill platter, lamb chops, chapli kebab and biryani.
Customer Review Summary
The grill platter draws the most praise, with reviewers repeatedly describing huge portions served for the price, several noting it easily fed a family and one calling it great value for money. Close behind, the lamb chops earn specific enthusiasm, with one diner asking for seconds, while others single out the curry, biryani, and desi food generally as tasty and reasonably priced. Service comes up again and again as friendly and fast, with staff described as welcoming, cooperative, and attentive, and the space itself noted as clean. Several mention returning regularly or planning to come back. One reviewer, however, describes a very different experience with the chapli kebab, saying it tasted and smelled of mutton or lamb despite being told by phone it was beef, and found the portion small and the meat unpalatable. Beyond that single account, the overall pattern across reviewers centers on generous, affordable plates and consistently welcoming service.
Customer Review Summary
The grill platter draws the most praise, with reviewers repeatedly describing huge portions served for the price, several noting it easily fed a family and one calling it great value for money. Close behind, the lamb chops earn specific enthusiasm, with one diner asking for seconds, while others single out the curry, biryani, and desi food generally as tasty and reasonably priced. Service comes up again and again as friendly and fast, with staff described as welcoming, cooperative, and attentive, and the space itself noted as clean. Several mention returning regularly or planning to come back. One reviewer, however, describes a very different experience with the chapli kebab, saying it tasted and smelled of mutton or lamb despite being told by phone it was beef, and found the portion small and the meat unpalatable. Beyond that single account, the overall pattern across reviewers centers on generous, affordable plates and consistently welcoming service.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Bought chapli kebab from them yesterday. I asked them over the phone few months ago if the kebabs are made with beef (I don't like mutton or lamb kebabs). They assured me that they use fresh beef meat. I ordered two yesterday with good hopes.... But i was disappointed badly. I couldn't eat the kebabs and had to pass it on after taking a bite. Kebabs were smelly and they tasted muttony as well. The portion size was small too. I don't know why they lied over the call that they use beef meat for chapli kebab??? It was 200% mutton/lamb. I could smell the fat eww. No no for me.”
- Google user
“Really delicious Afghan food with friendly service. The platters are fantastic.”
- Google user
“Come here if you want tasty desi food in reasonable price range. Really enjoyed the experience. Staff was very cooperative and friendly.”
- Google user
“Had very pleasant experience in the restaurant. Very welcoming staff, tasty food with generous portions and reasonable price. Will definitely return.”
- Google user
“We dropped in here to have dinner on the way to an event. The service was great--friendly and fast--and the food was even better. It was delicious and provided in large portions at reasonable prices. I recommend this place if you're looking for some good curry or biryani.”
Highlights
“Grill House. Afghan and Northern Pakistani Cuisine”
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Halal food
- Small plates
- Vegan options
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
Show more amenities
- Vegan options
- Salad bar
- Casual
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Private dining room
- Dining options· 8
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Offerings· 3
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Family-friendly· 3
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Parking· 3
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Location
Restaurants near Smile Grill
- M.A.K Halal Nottingham4.72,3120.2 mi
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- 0.3 mi
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- Desi Express4.24170.5 mi£10–20Vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile GrillVegan options · Vegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible | 4.786 | — | £10–20 | grill platter, lamb chops, chapli kebab |
| M.A.K Halal Nottingham | 4.72,312 | 0.2 mi | — | ottoman doner pizza, hair in pizza, parmesan cheese quality |
| Peri Peri Sizzlers | 2.76 | 0.3 mi | — | dry chicken, cold fries, order payment issues |
| Desi ExpressVegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.2417 | 0.5 mi | £10–20 | lamb karahi, biryani, taka tak / tawa dishes |
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