Warmer days and brighter evenings mean venturing out a little bit more. One of our top activities is dining out.
You may love your local restaurant, however you may be in the mood to switch it up and try something new.
It can often be difficult choosing where to go, so we have taken a look at Tripadvisor ratings and compiled a list.
Tripadvisor rankings aren’t based on star ratings alone, which is why a pub with 4.5 can sit above one with 5.0. TripAdvisor uses a “Popularity Ranking” algorithm, which considers multiple factors including consistency, number of reviews and how recent the reviews are.
Here are the top 7 restaurants that diners are rating right now in and near Derby.

1. Aangan, 2 The Castle Way, Derby DE65 6BT
4.9 / 5 stars from 500 reviews | A recent diner said: “Amazing food, attentive and sweet servers, a brilliant atmosphere.” | TripAdvisor

2. Houseboat Restaurant, 89-91, Saint Peters Street, Derby DE1 2AB
4.9 / 5 stars from 252 reviews | A recent diner said: “Fab place, superb service, very friendly. Excellent food at a great price. A must try when in Derby.” | Ria Ghei
3. The Pepperpot Restaurant, 28a Saxelbye Avenue, Nightingale Quarter, London Road, Derby DE1 2UH
4.7 / 5 stars from 661 reviews | A recent diner said: “Lovely champagne breakfast with friends. The Pepperpot is beautifully decorated and furnished and made the occasion special. Staff were very attentive.” | Ria Ghei

4. Seven Restaurant & Bar, Wheelwright Way, Derby DE24 8SQ
4.3 / 5 stars from 2,230 reviews | A recent diner said: “First time trying Seven and wasn’t disappointed. Lovely fresh food and friendly bustling atmosphere at lunchtime.” | Google
