Chapel Quarter has swiftly emerged as one of Nottingham's premier destinations very much thanks to places like Tonic, which can be aptly described as a welcome addition to this culinary oasis. There's plenty to explore once you're inside; the first floor restaurant is a striking combination of comfort and style with smart furnishings and atmospheric lighting. The impressive cinematic art installation grips your attention instantly and the open kitchen exemplifies the theatrical experience.

Tonic is certainly causing a stir on the Nottingham eating out scene, winning Best Newcomer in the Nottingham Restaurant Awards 2007 and following this up with runner up in the overall category of Nottingham Restaurant of the Year and Best Drinks and Wine List in the 2008 awards, and Young Chef of The Year in 2009.

If a steaming hot cup of Fair Trade coffee with some pastries helps you kick start the day, then just head to Tonic. What's more? Well, you could even pack a gourmet sandwich or salad for lunch. The main bar with its timber ceilings is the perfect place for an after-work drink and at weekends DJs tactfully pump up the decibels by playing an eclectic mix of funky, vocal, soul, Motown and house while ensuring that the sound levels do not disrupt conversation.

The regularly changing menu is in tune with the seasons and brings in a modern twist to formula British cooking. So there's leek and potato soup; home cured salmon, rocket, capers, lemon and rye bread, and confit and smoked duck salad, pickled walnuts, honey and glazed parsnips to be enjoyed as starters. This could be followed by roast Goosnargh turkey, apricot and sage stuffing, fondant potato and mini toad in the hole, or poached organic salmon accompanied by spinach, basil mash and fish velouté. A sticky toffee pudding with butterscotch sauce and crème anglaise or Bailey?s cheesecake with almond tuile and chocolate sauce will delight those with a sweet tooth.

If you fancy a nibble at the bar, classics of smoked haddock fishcake, creamed wild mushroom on toast, Mr. Dooley's sausages and char-grilled chicken burger are there aplenty, and the opportunity to indulge in one of their extensive cocktail selections should not be missed. Never mind if you decide to have a burst of originality and try something different, the bartender enjoys a challenge.

With several entertainment venues nearby, Tonic's pre-theatre deals are designed to work in tandem with a diner's theatre plans and who'd not love a local game terrine or pan-fried sea bass before hitting the shows?

Whether it's soulful live music to ignite the spirit or nail-biting sporting events, it's all happening here at Tonic. For those who want to be a part of this fun-filled night out experience or are just looking to explore what this wonderful place has to offer, delving through their Website should do the trick.