Restaurants in Derby

“Overall, brilliant place to eat out will definitely come again. We ordered garlic bread, BBQ chicken pizza and lasagna. They were all great value for money, arrived in decent time, and tasted excellent; we left full and very happy. Although the resturant was empty when we went (we went 6pm Tuesday night) there was still a friendly and calming atmosphere with interesting decor and lovely staff. Only negative I can think of- you have to pay £3 for water (did not enquire about tapwater). Owners: I recommend putting a sign outside by the high street or post lots on social media- you deserve more customers!”

“This Italian restaurant tucked away in Derby's city center is a real hidden gem. Delicious authentic Italian pizzas, we got a capricciosa and ai carciofi, a tough choice as there's a large menu to choose from, but they were both amazing. Incredible Italian desserts as well, one of us had tiramisu and chocolate ice cream and the other had the cannolo Siciliano. A real taste of Italy! It was quiet and cosy in the restaurant as we went at 5pm on a Tuesday, I'd love to see it busy and buzzing in there as it's a wonderful little place.”

“Called here on way home from day at Alton towers. Would recommend to any passing visitors. Friendly welcome, all food freshly prepared and tasty. We had pizza and it was delicious.”

“Had to come back, food is that good!”

“We will only buy pizzas from here, they are amazing!! Better than the rest (D...)Try the stuffed crust meat feast, stunning! Always made to order, so fresh, hot. The homemade chilli sauce comes highly recommended by my husband to go with the 3 Spice meat sizzler special. We can't recommend here highly enough!!”

“Never had a bad takeaway from here, always delicious. The staff are really friendly and very efficient.”

“I’ve been to this Indian multiple times. Both take away & eating in. And all I can say is wow. This is the nicest Indian I’ve had in a long time. Placed with flavour. Great staff. Amazing!”

“Second time with family we really enjoyed the food and atmosphere, great taste, cool staff 10ish of 10 thanks”

“Great little Indian local to Donnington park. Not licensed but happy to bring your own or even bring in from pub next door. Friendly staff and good food.”

“Great cosy traditional pub and restaurant. Food was beautiful with good table service. Must recommend the dessert lemon cheesecake, raspberry sorbet with scattered fresh raspberries. Divine”

“Myself and my partner were travelling for a Rally and wanted to go up night before. I rang here and they said staying over in Motorhome wasn't a problem as long as we had a meal and drinks which wasn't a problem for us. Rang on the way on Thursday 29/05/2025 to confirm and was told maybe busy due to Classic car show which is held there on Thursday nights (but do ring to confirm this). But we were still welcome. The place as drove in was amazing with big lake view. We parked up and went in and was greeted by friendly, welcoming lovely staff and owners. James and his team really helpful and friendly. We bought drinks which was reasonably priced. We had the carvery which was absolutely amazing and so tasty and hot definitely worth the money. The place is so clean and tidy. The whole building inside and outside is lovely to look at. There is plenty of seating inside and outside with garden seating area overlooking the lake. Plenty of parking. The walk around the lake was nice and seeing all the ducks and Canadian geese. There is fishing allowed and rules which are in view. We are hoping to stop here again in few weeks. So if travelling and want to stop for night give them a ring. Cannot fault this place. Definitely going again and recommend. Reading the history of the building is interesting. Nice village to travel through. We woke to amazing view and so quiet in the night.. They also cater for various functions..”

“Ordered double whopper meal, received a single whopper, Pavan the manager was very attentive and dealt with the issue immediately. Food well made, nice staff and quick service. Recommended!!!”

“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”

“My wife and I are happy regulars at the Viceroy. We just want to thank you for when we came yesterday with a large, family group, age range 18 months to 93 years. Of course, we had booked in for an early Friday evening meal, as Fridays get busy. You really looked after us and the food was very tasty -thanks again!”

“Great value for money ,really nice bacon sausage egg cob for breakfast , clean place aswell.”

“We hadn't visited for a few year's, but I used to bring my grandmother regularly for lunch before she went in a nursing home. Booking there today after her funeral was the perfect farewell. We booked a table for 7 people, we had a mixture of the main menu and the festive menu. The food was delicious, cooked perfectly and excellent value for money. It was a lovely atmosphere and we had the loveliest of servers. Thank you so much, we will make sure we return more often”

“Our number one choice for a Friday night treat, we’ve been using “Steve’s”for a number of years now and never had any reason to complain either with the service but more importantly, the quality of the food which as always been prepared to a high standard. Keep up the good work guys!”

“Amazing venue, the decor is a riotous mixture Hollywood and middle east the food is Amazing and great value for money, The thing that really makes it special is the warmth of the welcome from the super friendly, helpful and perfectly polite staff in particular Navpreet who was too modest to appear in the pictures.”

“I recommended everyone who wants to do small get together like bday parties for 25-30 people we really enjoy alot food, their service and environment as well. Everything so so good also staff was really nice. Thanks for making our day special.”

“Saved for next time we visit derby. Nice friendly staff good portions and good food. Thank you!”

“Lovely location, building and outdoor area. I used the car park whilst doing the Anchor Church Trail and popped in for a pint after. The service from James was superb, not just to me, but consistently from what I observed, I’d say the best I’ve personally witnessed, kind & personable. Great pint as well, would recommend.”

“Been there 3 times now and can say everytime I have gone the food has been amazing! I have been with company too. We've tried the pizza, burgers, hot honey chicken, beef stroganoff and all of it has tasted so good. The chef's are so talented. For the cost and for what it is, it's just presented perfectly to me. Keep going!”

“The Boot is half walk to meet my mom, and we’ll 100% be back. Fabulous location just off the A38, and plenty of parking. The food was sublime and a wine list to generously accompany the dishes. A running theme with all my reviews is that I like a nice wine list and the Boot offers exactly that. The food was so fresh and full of flavour, beautifully presented. A real Gastro Pub that welcomes dogs which is important for us as a family of dog owners, who enjoy the finer things. Thank you to the wonderful Heidi who look after us, you made mom’s birthday experience thorough enjoyable. We’ll be back!”

“So came here in April 25 for a casual dinner to celebrate my wife’s birthday. 4 year old daughter was in tow. The spring menu was Italian themed. I have to say that this is a proper gastro pub. The food is excellent. Really high quality and very very tasty. Portion size is good so you won’t leave hungry. Expresso martinis are delicious as was the wine. As it was my wife’s birthday they brought out a brownie and a candle and some ice cream for my daughter just so she wouldn’t feel left out. Luckily this is in vicinity and is out go to place when we want some decent food and a nice night out. We’ll be back.”

“We absolutely adored this little gem the room was lovely and the staff were so helpful and lovely The food was delicious and a fantastic menu and lovely breakfast too The only thing I could recommend they do is put a mirror in the bedroom area of the family room”

“Lovley cost pub and friendly staff. Food was beautiful and didn’t take too long to come out. Would definitely come again. Would love to try the Sunday lunch next time Thankyou”

“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.”

“Absolutely stunning food, the attention to detail in everything from the restaurant itself to the service is incredible. Would return a million times over.”

“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.”

“One of the nicest pubs I've been to in a long time! Great food, drinks were ice cold and perfectly poured pints and the staff were so kind and welcoming! Italian Sunday was brilliant and the atmosphere was wonderful. Great hosts.”