Top 24 Places to Eat & Drink in Derby in 2024
Created January 1, 2023
Last updated December 10, 2024
Satisfy your taste buds in Derby with our culinary guide to the top places to eat and drink in the city. Discover a vibrant dining scene that caters to all palates and preferences, from cosy cafes to elegant restaurants and trendy bars. Indulge in delectable dishes prepared by talented chefs using locally sourced ingredients, and savour a wide range of international cuisines that reflect Derby's diverse culinary heritage. Whether you're a food connoisseur, a coffee aficionado, or a cocktail enthusiast, Derby offers a plethora of options to delight your senses. From hidden gems to well-known establishments, our article will guide you to the best dining and drinking spots that showcase the city's gastronomic delights. Embark on a culinary journey in Derby and let your taste buds experience a symphony of flavours. Explore our article and start planning your culinary adventure today.
Compamigos
Compamigos brings the vibrant spirit of tapas to Mercia Marina, offering a menu of world-inspired small plates perfect for sharing with friends in a stylish and welcoming setting.
Compamigos
Place
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Mercia Marina, Findern Ln, Willington, Derby
Pieminister Derby
Welcoming you to their hapPIE place! Located right in the centre of Derby on Victoria Street Pieminister welcome you to all things pie, with a range of delectable meaty, veggie, vegan and gluten free pies, they really do have it all!
Pieminister Food Offering • Image Credit: Pieminister
Place
Pieminister Derby
34 Victoria Street, Derby
Nicco Restaurant & Bar
Nicco delivers contemporary Indian cuisine, fusing traditional flavours with modern cooking methods and exquisite presentation to create a unique and exciting dining experience.
Nicco Restaurant & Bar Derby
Place
Nicco Restaurant & Bar
Wheelwright Way, Derby
Zorba the Greek Derby
Zorbra the Greek brings authentic Greek food to Derby. There is something to suit all tastes from the classic Moussaka to freshly made Souvlaki or the exquisite taste of Kalamari and not forgetting the refreshing Horiatiki with Feta cheese and Greek olives… simply scrummy!
Zorbra the Greek Derby
Place
Zorba the Greek Derby
9 - 11 Bold Lane, Derby
The Mixing House
Unwind with the Mixing House's extensive range of cocktails or dive into their mouthwatering tapas with your ride or die crew as you experience the very best that Derby has to offer.
The Mixing House Derby
Place
The Mixing House
19 - 20 Friar Gate, Derby
Cast Iron Bar & Grill
Whilst in Derby, head to Cast Iron Bar & Grill where you can choose from a range of fresh, locally sourced and hearty best of British dishes.
Cast Iron Bar & Grill Derby
Place
Cast Iron Bar & Grill
Breadsall Priory Marriott Hotel & Country Club, Moor Road, Morley, Derby
Lorentes Darley Abbey
When you visit this riverside bistro within the UNESCO World Heritage site of Darley Abbey Mills you'll truly feel like you are in a corner of Madrid or Barcelona with their choice of Spanish cuisine.
Lorentes Darley Abbey
Place
Lorentes Darley Abbey
The Cotton Yard, Darley Abbey Mills, Derby
Anoki
Experience exquisite food and superlative service beneath the glorious gilded vaulted ceiling of the Old Picture House on London Road in Derby.
Anoki Derby
Place
Anoki
129 London Road, Derby
Darley's
Darley's are an award-winning restaurant with a beautiful waterfront location in Derby. We offer you classic British and European dishes with a modern twist, within a 200-year old former mill building: Darley Abbey Mills.
Darley's interior
Place
Darley's
Waterfront, Darley Abbey, Derby
Ebi Sushi
Ebi Sushi is one of the best Japanese restaurants in the UK and one of Derby's best kept secrets. Frequented by the city's Japanese community based around Toyota, the fish is fresh, the cuts are succulent and the simple tastes melt in your mouth.
Ebi Sushi Derby
Place
Ebi Sushi
59 Abbey Street, Derby
The Dining Room 121
The Dining Room 121 is an exciting independent restaurant serving classically contemporary dishes, focusing on the best of local and regional British produce. Head chef Simon Bates has 19 years experience as a chef, and together with his wife Claire, is putting his knowledge and passion into their very own restaurant, ensuring that you have the ultimate dining experience.
Dining Room 121
Place
The Dining Room 121
121 Friar Gate, Derby,
Seven Restaurant & Cafe Bar
Seven are a sophisticated all-day venue for relaxed eating and drinking. With the best producers and suppliers on their side, they offer simple but quality, seasonal food, daily specials and handcrafted cocktails.
Seven Restaurant and Café Bar Derby
Place
Seven Restaurant and Café Bar
Wheelwright Way, Pride Park, Derby
Lorentes Spanish Tapas & Wine Bar
The Lorentes chefs, with their native knowledge of Spanish cuisine, bring to your table the best products and recipes from all over Spain.
Lorentes Spanish Tapas & Wine Bar
Place
Lorentes Spanish Tapas & Wine Bar
118 Friar Gate, Derby
BOA Derby
BOA introduces an innovative approach to street food, cocktails, and tapas in Derby. Immerse yourself in a delightful array of culinary pleasures, ranging from juicy burgers and indulgent cheesy chunky chips to tantalising Korean fried cauliflower and honey-glazed chorizo. Their menu goes beyond with a diverse selection of vegan and vegetarian options, complemented by an abundance of fresh salads, catering to a variety of preferences.
Image Credit: BOA Derby
Place
BOA Derby
32/33 Sadler Gate, Derby
Blacksmiths Lounge
The Blacksmiths Lounge is a relaxed bar serving a selection of draught and bottled beers, delicious cocktails &, wines, plus, you can enjoy weekly live music.
Blacksmiths Lounge Derby
Place
Blacksmiths Lounge
19 - 20 Sadler Gate, Derby
Lotus Indian Kitchen
All the dishes on Lotus Indian Kitchen's concise menu are cooked to traditional recipes and designed to be shared by everyone round the table.
Lotus Indian Kitchen
Place
Lotus Indian Kitchen
The Piazza, Mercia Marina, Findern Lane, Willington, Derby
Cosy Club Derby
The Cosy Club Derby is an opulent all-day bar and restaurant perfect for relaxed dining and drinking in a really special setting with a touch of timeless glamour.
Cosy Club Derby
Place
Cosy Club Derby
Royal Buildings, Victoria Street, Derby
The Bookcafé
The Bookcafé is a quirky cafe set within a beautiful building. They are dog friendly and offer breakfast, brunch and lunch with homemade cake being served all day.
The Bookcafé Derby
Place
The Bookcafé Derby
21 Cornmarket, Cathedral Quarter, Derby
The Greyhound
The Greyhound is a historic Grade II listed pub dating back to 1734, offering an unrivalled selection of world beverages.
The Greyhound Derby
Place
The Greyhound
76 Friar Gate, Cathedral Quarter, Derby
The Old Bell Hotel
Set in the heart of Derby’s historic Cathedral Quarter, The Old Bell Hotel offer a unique eatery with drinks galore in stunning surroundings.
The Old Bell Hotel Derby
Place
The Old Bell Hotel
51 Sadler Gate, Derby
The Farmhouse at Mackworth
The Farmhouse serve the finest wood fired pizzas, Josper cooked steaks, crafted cocktails and ales.
The Farmhouse at Mackworth
Place
The Farmhouse at Mackworth
60 Ashbourne Road, Derby
Exeter Arms
The Exeter Arms has been packing them in with its cutting edge approach, all in a very traditional setting. Let’s just say that if you fancy a pigeon samosa, together with a pint of Dancing Duck Brewery’s 'Nice Weather' Pale Ale, then this is the place for you.
Exeter Arms Derby
Place
Exeter Arms
Exeter Place, Derby
The Souvlaki
The Souvlaki the best place to find the most original and traditional Greek souvlaki and gyros. Come in to enjoy authentic Greek food!
The Souvlaki
Place
The Souvlaki
35 - 37 Market Place, Derby
Cafe Villabella
Winner of the 2023 Marketing Derby Food & Drink Award for Best Cafe, Cafe Villabella captivates with its three-story expanse adorned with Mediterranean-inspired influence and decor.
Cafe Villabella
Place
Cafe Villabella
7 Babington Lane, Derby
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