House Boat, Derby’s newest Indian restaurant is set to open its doors on Monday August 19, 2024.
Based on St Peter’s Street at the site of the former Swiss Cottage café, House Boat will start its dinner service at 5pm today.
DerbyWorld visited for a sneak peek and got a first look of the restaurant.
Set up by a team of three friends, House Boat aims to bring ‘typical south Indian restaurant dishes’ to Derby city centre.
A spokesperson told DerbyWorld: “There are a couple of north Indian restaurants in the city centre, but no south Indian ones.
“We will be serving proper seafood, thalis, dosas and more.”
A few dishes that are already favourites of the team include Beef Kizhi, which is herbs and spices marinated beef steamed on a griddle.
Meen Pollichatu which is fish cooked in banana leaf with a tangy tamarind twist is also another hot favourite of the team.
It has taken just under one year for the project to be completed.
The restaurant spokesperson said: “We have customised the interiors so we have shipped everything from India such as the decorative anchors and light fittings.”
House Boat Derby restaurant opening hours
House Boat will open for service on Monday August 19, 2024, from 5pm till 10pm.
From Tuesday, its opening hours will be 12pm - 10pm, serving lunch and dinner.
The restaurant will open seven days a week.
Location: House Boat, 89-91 St Peters Street, Derby DE1 2AB
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Here are a selection of photos from our visit to the restaurant.
5. Artists paint murals with flair at House Boat Derby restaurant
Salvador Dali with his trademark moustache is one of the paintings in the restaurant, depicting a fun characteristic of the eatery. | Ria Ghei | @hobo_designs_
6. Girl With A Pearl Earring artwork
Johannes Vermeer's most famous painting is now part of Derby's dining experience. | Ria Ghei | @hobo_designs_
7. House Boat Derby restaurant's interiors are classy and elegant
A soft grey plush carpet, customised light fittings and hand painted artwork all create a warm and welcoming ambiance. | Ria Ghei | @hobo_designs_
8. Artists have worked hard to create eye-catching murals
Paintings such as this one show a harmonious blend of colours and cultures, where an iconic London bus and Indian woman sit side by side. | Ria Ghei | @hobo_designs_