A new city experience
European Restaurants
Spanish, Italian, Turkish and French, the presence of European restaurants in Derby is vast and exciting. Whether you fancy tapas to share or a luxury pizza of your own, it is all available in the centre of Derby.
Cucina
Cucina is a lovely family-run Italian cafe, bar and restaurant newly-opened on Green Lane. The restaurant has a cafe style with authentic Italian decor, making it a very tranquil and relaxing place to enjoy good food and good company!
- 26-28 Green Lane, Derby, DE1 1RP
- 01332 412691
El Toro
Renowned for its wide range of delicious tapas, as well as a more contemporary a la carte menu, El Toro claims to be "the one and only real authentic Spanish restaurant and tapas bar in Derbyshire".
- 147 London Road, Derby, DE1 2QN
- 01332 360850
The European
Uniquely housed in one of Derby's finest and oldest buildings, The European offers two restaurants with different styles, giving clients the option fot both formal and informal dining. The focus is on superb cuisine and excellent service.
- 22 Iron Gate, Derby, DE1 3GP
- 01332 368732
- www.theeuropeanrestaurant.co.uk
La Dolce Vita
Set in the stalls of an old cinema, La Dolce Vita offers reasonably priced menu with a wide choiceof tasty pizzas, steaks, fresh pastas, fish and chicken dishes, as well as speciality such as sea bass and lobster.
- 129a London Road, Derby, DE1 2QN
- 01332 290919
- http://www.ladolcevitaderby.co.uk/
Le Bistro Pierre
La Bistro Pierre is an informal and friendly restaurant renowned for its provincial French cooking served to a high standard at outstanding value. A changing menu includes salade au roquefort, pate aux artichants and classics like creme brulee.
- 18 Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1BX
- 01332 370470
- www.lebistropierre.co.uk
Pietro
Pietro's provides an authentic Italian experience by offering a traditional menu in a stylish yet cosy environment right next to Friar Gate Bridge. All of the pasta is homemade daily, and chef Pietro only uses freshly sourced produce.
- 38 Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1DA
- 01332 340299
Restaurant Zest
Zest offers a relaxed, fine dining experience without the pretence. The modern British/European menus are served with a full wine list from some of the world's leading estates to make for a truly enjoable experience.
- 16d George Street, Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1EH
- 01332 381101
- www.restaurantzest.co.uk
Steliana's and Sapho's
A family run Greek restaurant, open for more than 20 years and named after their two daughters, boasts a wide variety of authentic Greek cuisine with a cypriot twist. For a real treat try the Mezze to share.
- 115 London Road, Derby, DE1 2QS
- 01332 385200
- http://stelianaandsaphos.co.uk/
Stresa
Located right in the newly-opened Riverlights complex is this Italian-inspired restaurant and bar, which has the interesting feature of being Derby's highest restaurant! Serving fresh pasta, pizzas and delicious selection of cured meats.
- Holiday Inn, The Morledge, Derby DE1 2AW
- 01332 412520
- www.stresarestaurants.com
Zizzi
Authentic Italian food at reasonable prices in a warm and friendly ambience. The national chain continues to grow and the Derby branch follows the tradition of converting old buildings into quirky, high standard restaurants.
- 16-17 Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1BX
- 01332 208297
- www.zizzi.co.uk
