Eat & Drink
Indulge in a culinary adventure in Derby's vibrant food and drink scene. Our Eat and Drink page invites you to explore a diverse array of dining options, from cosy cafes and traditional pubs to award-winning restaurants and international cuisines. Savour delicious flavours, locally sourced ingredients, and a warm ambience that reflects Derby's hospitality. Whether you're craving hearty British classics, exotic flavours from around the world, or innovative culinary creations, Derby's dining establishments offer something to please every palate. Experience exceptional service, a welcoming atmosphere, and a delightful blend of traditional and contemporary dining experiences. Discover the tastes of Derby and embark on a gastronomic journey that will leave you craving for more.
Featured Eat and Drink

The Bookcafé Derby
Derby has been home to The Bookcafé for over 15 years. In 2009 we moved into 21 Cornmarket and were involved in the restoration of this…
21 Cornmarket, Cathedral Quarter
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Platinum Partner

Lorentes Darley Abbey
Riverside bistro within the UNESCO World Heritage site of Darley Abbey Mills.
The Cotton Yard, Darley Abbey Mills
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Platinum Partner

Restaurants
The great variety of gastronomy at a glance, so you can quickly and easily find the perfect restaurant: A traditional tavern, light cuisine in a modern restaurant with an urban garden, a gourmet temple for connoisseurs or a tourist restaurant with views.
Cafés

BEAR Derbion
Derbion, Level 2

The Troff
The Coach House, 185A Duffield Road

Croots Farm Shop & Cafe
Farnah House Farm, Wirksworth Road

Portobello
50 Queen Street

POINT SIX Coffee House
124 Kedleston Road

Starbucks Derbion
Level 2, Derbion

Milk & Honey Deli
15 Sadler Gate

Bluebell Tea Rooms
Brunswood Farm, Locko Road

notsa
7 Derby Road, Aston on Trent

KAVA Coffee Lounge
43 Smalley Drive, Oakwood

Hackwood Cafe
Radbourne Lane, Radbourne, Nr. Mickleover
Restaurants

Shalimar Gold
2-3 Midland Road

Lorentes Spanish Tapas & Wine Bar
118 Friar Gate

Darley's
Waterfront, Darley Abbey

The Beefeater The Mallard
Southmead Way, Uttoxeter New Road

Chi
Level 2, Derbion, London Road

wagamama
Level 2, Derbion, London Road

Manzo Steak & Grill
128 London Road

Pepito's
127 London Road

Ebi Sushi
59 Abbey Street

Bistrot Pierre
18 Friar Gate, Cathedral Quarter

Nicco Restaurant & Bar
Wheelwright Way

Bustler Derby
The Chocolate Factory, Siddalls Road

The Old Bell Hotel
51 Sadler Gate

Five Guys Derby
Level 2, Derbion

Seven Restaurant and Café Bar
Wheelwright Way, Pride Park

O-kra Derby
5 Friar Gate

Boo. Derby
35 Victoria Street

T.G.I Friday's
Level 2, Derbion

Carnero Lounge
10 St Peters Street

Finale Thai Tapas and Dining
11 The Strand

Zorba the Greek Derby
9 - 11 Bold Lane

Subway Cornmarket
37 Cornmarket

The Souvlaki
6 Royal Building, Victoria Street

Exeter Arms
Exeter Place
Pubs & Bars

Brunswick Inn
Railway Terrace

The Standing Order
28-32 Iron Gate, Cathedral Quarter

The Forge Black Rock Steakhouse
Blacksmiths Yard, Sadler Gate

BUNK Derby
8 Saddler Gate

The Hideout
9 - 11 Market Square

Annie's Burger Shack Derby
Friary Street

Derby Sports Bar & Grill
1 Queens Street

Seven Stars
97 King Street

The Distillery
3 Friar Gate

The Mixing House
19 - 20 Friar Gate

Bar Social
4 Victoria Street

Stein Strasse
19-23 Wardwick, Derby

Baby M
18 Sadler Gate

The Last Post
1 Uttoxeter Old Road

The Hound Dog
6 Friar Gate

The Old Silk Mill Derby
19 Full Street, Cathedral Quarter

Bess of Hardwick
15 The Wardwick

Suds & Soda
119 Friar Gate

Slug & Lettuce Derby
11 Iron Gate, Cathedral Quarter

The Flowerpot
19 - 25 King Street , Cathedral Quarter

The Orange Tree
5 George Street

Belong Bar Derby
7 - 9 Blacksmiths Yard, Sadler Gate

Derby Theatre’s Bar and Café
Derby Theatre, 15 Theatre Walk, St Peter's Quarter

Carnivore Steakhouse + Bar
34 Sadler Gate
Award Winning

Local Producers
Everyone is familiar with fine chocolate, exquisite wines and different kinds of cheese. Derby ale and regional pyclets are less widely known, but just as delicious.
Articles & Guides
Vegan & Vegetarian

The Derby Brewing TAP House
1 Derwent Street

Pieminister Derby
34 Victoria Street

The Bookcafé Derby
21 Cornmarket, Cathedral Quarter

Seven Restaurant and Café Bar
Wheelwright Way, Pride Park

Slug & Lettuce Derby
11 Iron Gate, Cathedral Quarter

RASK
Sadler Bridge Studios, Sadler Gate

Annie's Burger Shack Derby
Friary Street

Exeter Arms
Exeter Place

BEAR Derby Irongate
7 Iron Gate, Derby

The benchmark for Ale Houses in England
Travel gurus at the Lonely Planet describe Derby as the "best place to drink real ale in the World" and the folks at CAMRA reckon there is more real ale choice in Derby than anywhere else. Hey, who are we to disagree?
Food & Drink Activities

Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Masons Place Business Park, Nottingham Road

English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Darley Abbey Mills

Ice Cream Getaway at Bluebells
Bluebells, Brunswood Farm, Locko Road

Withers Gin School
Unit 7 Mansfield Road

Withers Gin School Gin Experience
Withers Gin School, Unit 7 Mansfield Road

White Peak Distillery
White Peak Distillery, Derwent Wire Works, Matlock Road, Ambergate

White Peak Distillery Whisky Tour
White Peak Distillery, Derwent Wire Works, Matlock Road, Ambergate

English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Renishaw Hall, Renishaw Park

White Peak Distillery Warehouse Tour
White Peak Distillery, The Wire Works
Events

Titanic Dining Experience
19 Apr 2024 The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Sadler Gate

Gin & Rum Festival Derby 2024
1 Jun 2024 Bustler Derby, The Chocolate Factory, Siddalls Road

Christmas Party Nights
30 Nov 2023 - 22 Dec 2023 Derby Conference Centre, London Road, Alvaston

Bottomless Beers
30 Nov 2023 - 31 Dec 2024 The Clubhouse Derby, 21 - 23 Friar Gate

Diva Night
7 Dec 2023 The Farmhouse at Mackworth Restaurant, 60 Ashbourne Road

Tales from the Gaol - My Bloody Valentine
14 Feb 2024 Derby Gaol, 50 Friargate

Christmas Party at Derby Goal
2 Dec 2023 Derby Gaol, 50 Friargate

Scrooge Dining Experience
3 Dec 2023 - 17 Dec 2023 The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Sadler Gate

Christmas Lunch On Board the Northern Belle Luxury Train
8 Dec 2023

Tales as Old as Time Afternoon Tea Easter Special
30 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2024 The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Sadler Gate

Hayley Ellis - Hayley's Comic
26 May 2024 Annie's Burger Shack Derby, Friary Street

Bell Hotel Winter Wonderland Party Nights
20 Dec 2023 - 22 Dec 2023 The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Sadler Gate

Christmas Film - Elf
17 Dec 2023 Annie's Burger Shack Derby, Friary Street

Bustler Winter Village
21 Dec 2023 - 23 Dec 2023 Bustler Derby, The Chocolate Factory, Siddalls Road

New Years Eve Glitter Ball at the Kedleston Country House
31 Dec 2023 Kedleston Country House, Kedleston Road, Quarndon

Christmas Ball at the Italian Mill
30 Nov 2023 - 22 Dec 2023 Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Silk Mill Lane

Just the Tonic Christmas Comedy - 8 Dec
8 Dec 2023 Annie's Burger Shack Derby, Friary Street

Withers Gin School Gin Experience
Weekly gin schools (Fri & Sat) Withers Gin School, Unit 7 Mansfield Road

Christmas at Cosy Club Derby
30 Nov 2023 - 24 Dec 2023 Cosy Club Derby, Royal Buildings, Victoria Street

Christmas Film - The Muppet Christmas Carol
24 Dec 2023 Annie's Burger Shack Derby, Friary Street

In With A Bang feat. The Distractions NYE at Nicco’s
31 Dec 2023 Nicco Restaurant & Bar, Wheelwright Way

Tales from the Gaol - Stand and Deliver
13 Mar 2024 Derby Gaol, 50 Friargate

New Years Eve Glitter Ball at the Derby Conference Centre
31 Dec 2023 Derby Conference Centre, London Road, Alvaston

Tales from the Gaol - Dracula
15 May 2024 Derby Gaol, 50 Friargate
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