Derbyshire’s 10 most booked restaurants including waterfront spot serving ‘exceptional cheeseboard’
Explore Derbyshire's most booked restaurants over Christmas for the very best of festive feasting!
Derbyshire’s top restaurants could be a great place to start when looking for places to plan a fabulous Christmas gathering.
Restaurant reservation giants OpenTable have released a new December listing showing some of the region’s most-booked restaurants, featuring eateries locals and visitors alike can’t seem to get enough of.
The reviews are verified by OpenTable and the diverse range suits all budgets.
From avant-garde dining and neighbourhood restaurants to intimate-setting eateries, here are the top 10 places you won’t want to miss for your next meal out in Derbyshire.
Only verified diners get to review restaurants on OpenTable, therefore data gives an accurate picture of top restaurants in the region.
1. The Peacock At Rowsley, Matlock
Dining in a 17th century building adds to the sense of occasion at this lauded eatery.
One of the latest reviewers appreciates the ‘fabulous country restaurant serving stunning food with service to match’.
Various menus include Lighter Lunch which is £38.50 per diner.
2. The Devonshire Arms, Hartington, Buxton
Having undergone a recent upgrade, this pretty pub’s central Hartington location makes it a hit with Peak District tourists.
Various menus include a standalone pizza menu serving a truffle, white sauce confection for £11.95.
Recent accolades from diners include ‘lovely pub, charming hosts, warm welcome’ and ‘delicious, well presented food’.
3. Darleys, Darley Abbey Mills, Derby
This award-winning restaurant in a 200-year old building serves classic British and European dishes - the stunning waterfront location is the icing on the cake.
Rave reviews include diners who love the ‘exceptional cheeseboard’ and ‘creative dishes beautifully presented and cooked to perfection’.
Several menus have price points, the festive Sunday lunch is two courses for £35.
4. Biggin Hall Hotel & Restaurant, Buxton
Enjoy dishes made with locally sourced produce, in Biggin Hall’s oak-beamed restaurant.
Various menus include afternoon tea for £20 per person.
Diners rave about the ‘great food’ and ‘brilliant service’.
5. The Three Cottages, Chesterfield
Based near Hasland, this pretty eatery is around 28 miles from Derby city centre.
Tuck into traditional pub classics such as handmade steak and ale pie, and cherry sundae, with coconut ice cream and Belgian waffle pieces.
Recent reviewers appreciate ‘generous portions’ the ‘cosy pub’ and an ‘excellent’ dining experience.
6. The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne
This country pub on the edge of the Peak District is ideally located for foodie hikers who enjoy dining with a view.
Tuck into dishes such as twice baked Lincolnshire Poacher cheese soufflé from the à la carte menu.
Reviewers love the venison Shepard's Pie as ‘very good’ and rate the pub’s ‘excellent wine list’.
7. The Galleon Steakhouse, Chesterfield
Fine dining dishes at this elegant eatery include a 40oz Tomahawk for £45 and seared sea bass for £18.
High praise from diners includes ‘great service,’ ‘polite, friendly and attentive staff,’ with one diner even going so far as to say it is ‘the best steak eaten in years’.
8. The Barrel Inn, Bretton
This Derbyshire’s inn location affords it stunning panoramic views across five counties.
Sip real ale in the quaint eatery which dates back to 1597 and enjoy proper hearty pub food such as a sharer 16oz Chateaubriand for £68 and hand-pressed venison burger for £16.95.
Latest reviews rate lunch as ‘fantastic and beautifully presented’ while staff are said to be ‘friendly and efficient’.
9. Odyssey Greek Restaurant, Chesterfield
Fusion food sees owners meld Greek culture with classic British at this family-run restaurant at Knifesmithgate.
Dishes served are a vibrant Odyssey Salad for £18.50, classic moussaka for £21, hearty meatballs and more.
Diners rate ‘delicious food,’ ‘excellent service’ and ‘friendly atmosphere’.
10. The Buxton Crescent Hotel, Buxton
Located in the spa town of Buxton, enjoy dining in the elegant eatery at one of Buxton’s popular hotels.
Dishes served at this restaurant include afternoon tea starting from £35.
Recent reviews mention a ‘very good meal,’ ‘excellent service’ and ‘lovely dining room’.