Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Derbyshire

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Odyssey Greek Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (951)

£26 to £40

Greek

Chesterfield

About the restaurant

Odyssey Restaurant is a little chunk of Greece transported into the heart of Chesterfield, offering customers a journey of authentic flavours, sounds and the atmosphere of Greece.

Owned and run by a Greek family, Odyssey is based in the centre of Chesterfield town on 1-3 Knifesmithgate, in a traditional English building and what used to be known as the old Queen’s Head. The owners have managed to bring the building back to life by marrying old English and Greek tradition, maintaining the beauty of the building, but also enhancing it with sites and the aroma of Greece.

Among the many menu choices, one can find lovely Greek salad (horiatiki) to chicken, pork, vegetable or prawn skewers or a classic moussaka, rabbit stifado or meatballs with goat’s cheese. Mediterranean flavours and love for cooking Greek authentic recipes is the menu inspiration.

Top review

Debbie

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent food and service. Good portion sizes. Very clean restaurant. Great atmosphere, felt very authentic. Would HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Stones Restaurant Matlock

4.9

4.9 (2818)

£26 to £40

British

Matlock

About the restaurant

Tucked away in the heart of former spa town Matlock, Stones is a cosy restaurant serving modern British cuisine. The restaurant’s interior is smart and intimate while the kitchen marries British produce with recipes inspired by international cuisine. Don’t be fooled by the apparent simplicity of the seasonal lunch and dinner menus, every dish demonstrates the culinary imagination, technique and flair of the vibrant kitchen team, led by head chef Kevin Stone. The additional tasting menu offers eight courses partnered with a carefully selected optional flight of wine. Catering for all dietary requirements, Stones offer distinct vegetarian and GF menu. Diners can enjoy views overlooking the coursing waters of the River Derwent. Discreet, informed service with an informal approach, allowing the food to take centre stage, Stones is one of the finest dining experiences in the area, carrying two AA rosettes for culinary excellence. ***Visit www.stones-restaurant.co.uk for up to date menus.***

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Linda

Dined 5 days ago

Wonderful restaurant for special occasions. Very attentive staff and management. Food was beautifully presented. Very nice time had by all.

The Bluebell

4.7

4.7 (2087)

£25 and under

British

Alfreton

About the restaurant

The Bluebell is a smart, modern place to relax offering fuss-free food and drinks that retain the reputation for quality we’ve hopefully earned at Stones. Dogs are welcome in our outdoor space and bar area. No dogs will be allowed in the restaurant-style extension. Parking Please note we have a car park on-site however it can get very busy and is limited. Please respect the neighbours when parking on-street by not blocking their driveways. Please do not park opposite other cars therefore making the road too narrow to pass. Come and join us at this beautiful old pub very soon. Please note we are closed on Sunday evenings and all day on Mondays.

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WayneVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Fantastic meal again, mushroom risotto to start and lamb rump for main, both really tasty and cooked to perfection.

Cavendish Restaurant at Chatsworth

4.7

4.7 (2718)

£41 and over

British

Bakewell

About the restaurant

Enjoy a delectable afternoon tea served on beautiful Wonderlust Wedgwood tea ware or a locally sourced and passionately prepared three course set lunch menu. If you are redeeming gift vouchers, please make sure to bring the physical voucher and confirmation email with you on the day of your visit.
To enable us to prepare for your visit, please make sure to inform us on your booking or via the phone number provided of dietary requirements.
For further Government guidance information please visit https://www.chatsworth.org/your-visit/ & https://www.chatsworth.org/terms

Top review

SRI MAHENDRA

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

My Guests & I greatly enjoyed our dining experience at the Cavendish Thank You Very Much Sri mahendra Situnayake

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The Dovecote Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2180)

£41 and over

European

Derby

About the restaurant

We are looking forward to welcoming you all back, customers old and new and hope you love the refurbishment as much as we do!

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Nicole

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely loved the whole experience. Each member of staff was professional and friendly. The food was delicious I would highly recommend the champagne breakfast.

Moksha

4.6

4.6 (87)

£25 and under

Indian

Glossop

About the restaurant

The Ultimate Dining Experience now open in Ashton-under-Lyne

Top review

Chris

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Can't praise this place enough the food was excellent on every course flavors a little bit different from your average Indian and some novel dishes. We have been looking for a local restaurant where the food goes above and beyond and Moksha certainly ticks that box that being said the service was also excellent very friendly and attentive already planning our next visit.

Carluccio's - Derby

4.7

4.7 (486)

£26 to £40

Italian

Derby

About the restaurant

Here at Carluccio's, we’ve always been true to our Italian heritage and what food really means to us. The best ingredients, from the best regions, cooked with love.

Located on the second floor at the Intu Shopping Centre, why not come in and have a bite to eat after a bit of shopping?

We’re open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Monday to Sunday. Our menu also caters for vegetarians/vegans and those who are following a gluten free diet.

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Melissa

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

Fantastic service the staff were so friendly, the food was delicious

The Barrel Inn

4.8

4.8 (196)

£25 and under

British

Hope Valley

About the restaurant

A Traditional Derbyshire Inn
With A Five Counties View!

The Barrel Inn, a traditional Derbyshire country inn, dates back to 1597 and stands at the head of Bretton Clough, in the heart of the Peak District.

Being one of only five properties in this small hamlet, on a table of land some 1300 feet above sea level, The Barrel Inn proudly claims to be the highest pub in Derbyshire.

Its panoramic views of the majestic Hope Valley and the Peak District National Park are magnificent and on a clear day you are able to enjoy views over five counties.

The pub serves a fine selection of well kept real ales and delicious, freshly cooked, mostly locally sourced food, every day.

Old worldly charm - peaceful oak-beamed bar, real log fires, flagstone floors, studded doors in low doorways, beamed ceilings and polished copper and brass - have all been retained to enhance the overall charm and friendliness of the Inn.

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Graham

Dined 2 days ago

Great service, nice surroundings and fabulous food, especially the South Coast whole Plaice.

The Three Cottages

4.6

4.6 (508)

£25 and under

Pub

Chesterfield

About the restaurant

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled on the outskirts of Hasland, a small village on the south side of the historic market town of Chesterfield town. Here at The Three Cottages, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with your favourite drink in hand. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire.

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Steve

Dined 2 days ago

A very enjoyable evening and meal. Attentive and friendly service. Easy to book online.

The Galleon Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1197)

£25 and under

Steakhouse

Chesterfield

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Galleon Restaurant,
Fine Dining and Steakhouse in Chesterfield
Formerly known as the Galleon club, we'd love you to relax and unwind in our modern, contemporary Steak Restaurant in Chesterfield. We're passionate about the quality of our food and our team go above and beyond to ensure your experience at the Galleon is both enjoyable and memorable.

We welcome parties of all sizes, from couples to larger groups for those special occasions. Don't just take our word for it - read our latest reviews to see what our customers are saying. We'd love to see you soon!

Top review

Julie

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and service as always and definitely great value for money with their 50% off offer.

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