The 30 Best Bistro in Derby

“Visiting Mulberry Bistro, highly recommended on Google Maps, was an outstanding experience. The atmosphere was inviting, setting the stage for an exceptional lunch. The food quality amazed us, with each dish showcasing freshness and flavor that exceeded our expectations. Service was the cherry on top—attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring. Mulberry Bistro lives up to its high rankings, offering a dining experience that both surprises and delights. It’s a must-visit for anyone looking for culinary excellence.”

“It's taken us ages to actually get round to booking a table but decided to take our friend here for his birthday. We were really impressed with the food and the service. I had a steak which was cooked perfectly and the chips and onion rings were amazing. The rest of the meals were great and it's a lovely atmosphere and the staff were lovely. To top it off they even brought out a surprise dessert with a candle on for the birthday boy. Thanks for a great meal.”

“I cannot recommend Browns Restaurant enough! Absolutely fantastic service- the host was amazing- so attentive. The food was top quality, freshly cooked and excellent value for money. This was a celebration for my Husband’s birthday and Browns went above and beyond to make it special. We are definitely returning very soon!”

“Beautiful place. And the cafe was lovely too. The staff were really nice and pleasant. Very nice place to have lunch. Highly recommend lakeside Bistro.”

“Visited on Easter Sunday for a birthday celebration. Only found out about the place online the day before. How have we not been here before? This is a little gem of a restaurant. Although fairly small, and quiet when we arrived late afternoon, the restaurant had a nice feel from the moment we arrived. Service was excellent all the way through even as it got busier, and all our questions about the menu were answered by the manager who obviously took great pride in the restaurant. The food was excellent as we shared 5 tapas between 2 of us, which was more than enough, although we were tempted by dessert. The selection of wines was good, and the Spanish beers were interesting and varied. Overall an excellent meal, and good value when taking into account drinks as well. We’ll be back.”

“We found this little gem hidden away down in a small court yard. WELL worth a visit would friendly people .we had the glutton free breakfast. They also do most thing glutton free like the fish and chips .”

“Great service. Took us without reservation, but recommended as it can get busy. Fantastic meals.”

“Visiting this lovely little town over the weekend and we found a cocktail bar and thought we’d give it a try… did not disappoint! They had availability for me and my family to play darts, which was spectacular for a such a good system! The staff Kept checking on us for more drinks, they could not have been any more accommodating! After, we sat down for some food and more drinks, 2-4-1 cocktails on a Sunday all day and a great range to pick from too. Their food menu was worth the price and the size of portions were more than expected! Thankyou to Carmela and Fred for looking after us yesterday evening, would highly recommend and will be back soon!”

“I don;t often do reviews but this was such a good find. Needed a central point with parking for the girls meet up - always hard to find somewhere central to us all. The cocktails and waffles were amazing! There was a huge choice and all cooked fresh to order (they smelt out of this world). All accompanied with a couple of cocktails. I'm probably going to try Sunday lunch here next time - it's one of those places that I think will become a favourite for loads of occasions!”

“Myself and a friend enjoyed an Afternoon Tea for Two with Prosecco on a Saturday afternoon. The sandwiches and home made scone and cakes were just delicious, with huge portions! They were happy to provide vegetarian sandwiches for me. Helen was our host and nothing was too much trouble. Lovely service and atmosphere, thank you!”

“Visited twice in the last month, have been waiting to try this restaurant since it opened but never got round to it…I’m so glad we finally did! A fantastic experience on both occasions. We had a birthday dinner here last night and the service was fantastic. One of our party has some very limiting dietary requirements, most of which eliminate any possibility of eating at an Italian! This was no problem for Segreto, they went above and beyond to produce a fantastic 3 course meal even with so many dietary restrictions! The rest of our food was fantastic as well, there is a huge selection of traditional Italian food with gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options too, alongside a huge and varied range of drinks options. The lady who served us on both evenings went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable and enjoyable experience, and the food was of the highest quality. Portion sizes are on the bigger side so more than value for money as the prices are incredibly reasonable. The decor is beautiful and all of the seating areas are intimate and private making for a lovely dining experience. I couldn’t recommend highly enough and only wish I had eaten here sooner! We will all definitely be back and want to say a massive thank you to both the chefs and the staff for giving us an experience to remember. Wish more people knew about this fantastic secret! Thanks Segreto x”

“If you out near Belper then please try Belfields Bistro. Absolutely superb, very attentive, fabulous food and very reasonably priced”

“We were visiting Tutbury, and stumbled across this lovely café. We only had drinks but even those were nice. The caramel latte is my favourite ☕ The staff were helpful and friendly. The toilets are on the left hand side of the café, and we're spacious and clean. I would recommend this café.”

“We had our anniversary meal at Leddy’s. From start to finish the experience was amazing. The service, atmosphere, decor and most importantly the food were all 10/10. We will definitely be back, and would recommend to anyone !”

“Great little place and good range of tasty food, made one mistake ordering the white bait as not my thing but was actually very nice. Lots of variety of food and it comes out fresh out the oven or pan which is nice. Very cosy and busy so best to reserve a table”

“Had a lovely experience yesterday! Very family friendly (we had a pram, and they put out a baby change for us). The service was very good. The little finishing touches of bringing cutlery on a plate and sauce on a little side plate, too, made it a more pleasant experience. Food is an amazing value for money! Also full for the entirety of our time there, which I feel speaks volumes!”

“Went to the restaurant. Fantastic food and service. Would highly recommend and we will certainly be back! If I could six stars I would. I recommend the sea bass…”

“We visited today for my birthday and oh my goodness it's was brilliant. Absolutely fantastic service from a very friendly guy (didn't get his name!) from the minute we walked in. So refreshing to have a waiter who does things so well. Cocktails were lovely and well made and the birthday card was a very nice touch. We both had three courses, and finished every last bit of it all! Really delicious. My husband particularly enjoyed the Thai sweet potato soup and I absolutely loved the rump of lamb. The flavours were so fresh and delicious. Felt like a real treat to visit somewhere so lovely. Can't wait to revisit! Thank you!”

“Truely amazing restaurant, excellent, freshly prepared food, lovely host, menu changes each day. Even gave me and my friend a birthday desert with a candle and sang happy birthday. Highly recommend this restaurant”

“It's taken us ages to actually get round to booking a table but decided to take our friend here for his birthday. We were really impressed with the food and the service. I had a steak which was cooked perfectly and the chips and onion rings were amazing. The rest of the meals were great and it's a lovely atmosphere and the staff were lovely. To top it off they even brought out a surprise dessert with a candle on for the birthday boy. Thanks for a great meal.”

“Lovely spot for breakfast (lunch too I bet) with some really lovely staff to boot!”

“Four of us went for breakfast, arriving at around 0930hrs. It was busier than we expected, but we got a table next to the cakes, which looked lovely. Our orders were a vegetarian breakfast, Avocat des Oeufs and two Derbyshire Oat Cakes. The two who ordered the Oat Cakes wanted scrambled eggs and mushroom, which wasn't on the menu, but this wasn't an issue at all, they were happy to do it (a sign that they are actually making the food freshly, not just opening packets, methinks). One of our party accidentally put chocolate powder on their poached egg, thinking it was pepper. This was replaced by a fresh egg with no hesitation by the staff, they even removed the egg and muffin from the plate, brought the unaffected egg/muffin back so it could be eaten at the same time as the rest of us, and then arrived with the replacement egg when it was ready. This is the sort of service you want everywhere, Even though they were really busy, every table was occupied, nothing seemed to be too much trouble. The food was really good too, and not expensive. Four breakfasts, four hot drinks, £40 (just under!) Definitely recommend, definitely going again next time we're in the area. Six or seven stars.....”

“Beautiful restaurant, they have special prices during the week. Nice selection of dishes, drinks menu is good and cocktails taste great.”

“Good, polite service and delicious food. Tablecloths on the tables were clean as was everything else. The salmon starter was quite a small portion, but the mains were big portions to balance it out. The veg that came with the Sunday lunches was all delicious. Would highly recommend the restaurant.”

“We hired The Little Kitchen for our works Christmas night out, and Donna and her team never fail to impress. They are so friendly, welcoming, and genuinely can’t do enough for you. We had the turkey Christmas dinner, which was absolutely delicious — a proper home-cooked meal with plenty of veg options. The red cabbage was especially amazing! There were two dessert choices, and I went for the chocolate one, which was so nice. They even let us bring along our own silly team games, which was perfect for our very competitive group. This was our second year returning, and we honestly wouldn’t find anywhere better for quality food and such a warm, friendly atmosphere. Thank you once again”

“Absolutely excellent pub. Service really was first rate, Michelin star-like. Goats cheese starter was very fresh. Can’t go wrong with a pint of Marstons Pedigree. Two EV chargers in the car park.”

“Lovely little place tucked away off the Main Street. The food was lovely, lamb and mint burger pictured. The staff were so friendly and accommodating.”

“Wanted a dirty burger, this was the best option after some research as a tourist. Walked in, ordered on the screens, sat down and food was with me in less than 10 minutes. Friendly staff, clean restaurant with plenty of seating. 5* burger. Everything in the photo cost £21. Keep up the good work!”

“We recently had a large family Christmas meal at The Palfrey, and it was an excellent experience. The private room was beautifully arranged and provided a great atmosphere for our gathering. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure everything ran smoothly. The selection of craft beers was a real highlight, offering something for everyone. The food was very well prepared and full of flavour. The salmon was perfectly cooked, and the mussels were fresh and enjoyable. Every dish was clearly made with care, and the presentation was spot on. Overall, it was a fantastic venue for our family celebration. We’d definitely recommend The Palfrey for anyone looking for good food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere.”

“I dropped in to have a coffee, but on entering, smelling the food and having a sense of calm about the place, I decided to get a menu and have some breakfast. The menu is small but concise and doesn't attempt to be an "everything to everyone" type of eatery. I had the veggie breakfast and it was delicious. Hash browns were fluffy yet crisp on the outside and the whole meal went down nicely. Table service was good although I wasn't too sure whether you pay at the table or at the counter. Food is cooked from fresh and you can tell when it comes out. My only slight negative was I didn't like the butter/spread used on the toast but this is a very minor point. Would definitely visit again and would recommend to all to have a visit. Breakfast and coffee for under a tenner.”