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Derby's Food and Drink Award Winners

The Derby Food and Drink Awards highlight the best restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs, Derby has to offer.

The 2011 Awards were held at The Roundhouse on Monday 7th November where winners of the 11 categories were announced.

The night also saw the launch of the Taste Derby Guide - An A-Z of eating out in Derby.

View the Taste Derby Guide Here> 

Rat Catcher

Indian Restaurant of the Year: The Spice Lounge

Spice Lounge

Judges Comments: "Excellent choice on the menu. Staff had a good knowledge of the menu and excellent value for money."

Oriental Restaurant of the Year: New Watermargin

New Watermargin

Judges Comments: "The welcome and staff made all the difference. The food was excellent and overall the evening was great fun."

European Restaurant of the Year: The European

The European

Judges Comments: "A great experience. Imaginative cooking and presentation this is a good Italian restaurant with a twist."

Best Lunch: Le Bistro Pierre

Le Bistro Pierre

Judges Comments: "Excellent overall experience. Busy but comfortable, food was very good and presentation excellent. Tremendous value."

Best Cafe: Derby QUAD

Derby QUAD

Judges Comments: "The food here was excellent both in taste and presentation. Seating was comfortable  and there was a nice busy atmosphere."

Best Bar: Number Five

Number 5

Judges Comments: "The food and drinks were very enjoyable and the service was very good. Friendly ambience and atmosphere."

Best Pub: The Brewery Tap

Brewery Tap

Judges Comments: "A modern feel for a real-ale pub and a good mix of clientele. A very good experience all round."

Best Newcomer: Mansion Restaurant and Wine Bar

Mansion

Judges Comments: "Such a fantastic evening. Great menu, great ambience and entertainment. Food was fantastic."

Best Out of Town: Bay Tree (Melbourne)

Bay Tree Melbourne

Judges Comments: "Food was exceptional and extra touches added to the quality. Wine list was superb and staff were extremely attentive."

Best Customer Service: Mansion Restaurant & Wine Bar

Mansion

Judges Comments: "Service was excellent, we felt like the only two customers there - great! The food was good and the decor was lovely."

Derby Restaurant of the Year: Darleys

Darleys

Judges Comments: "A truly warm welcome from the moment of walking through the door until departure. Service throughout was genuine, proactive and polished. Cuisine was accurately cooked and well presented, offering the guests a very good choice of local, freshly prepared items."