Places to eat and drink in Derbyshire

The Bulls Head, Tintwhistle

This wonderful village pub welcomes families, walkers and dogs. Traditional pub food is on offer from The Bulls Head, which includes Sunday roasts, pies, and burgers, with plenty of options for children. Tintwhistle is a small village located between Manchester and Sheffield.

La Corrente, Glossop

This Italian restaurant combines a personal dining experience with great food and service. With its own built-in pizza oven in its open kitchen, you can enjoy the best hand-stretched sourdough pizza or try some of the other fine Italian cuisine on display at La Corrente. Glossop is renowned for being a gateway to the Peak District and is located in the north-western corner of the national park.

The Shalimar, Matlock

Authentic Indian food is what you can expect at The Shalimar. This traditional and charming restaurant is perfect for couples wanting a romantic dinner, as well as families. Enjoy some of your favourite curries, as well as in-house specials, Cobra lager, local real ales and international wines. The restaurant is situated in Matlock, which is towards the south-east of Derbyshire.

Boat Street Cafe, Willington

For an experience with a difference, why not eat at this cafe on a narrowboat moored at Mercia Marina in Derbyshire? From breakfast wraps to sandwiches and steaks at lunch time, there are also a variety of kids’ options, cakes, and hot and cold drinks at the Boat Street Cafe. You can even book a boat trip before or afterwards if you like. The cafe is moored at a marina just south of Derby.

Chatsworth Estate Farm Shop, Bakewell

Containing fresh, quality produce from the Chatsworth estate itself, as well as tenant farmers and other Peak District food producers, the Chatsworth Estate Farm Shop and Cafe offers seasonal favourites and unrivalled views of the estate. With freshly baked bread, traditional butchers, fresh fish, and handmade patisserie, this experience in the middle of the Peak District will leave you with great memories.

Sarah’s Kitchen at the Commercial Inn, Glossop

Using the best in local produce, Sarah’s Kitchen at the Commercial Inn has been a licenced premises since 1839. Its award-winning menu caters for every need, serving classics like pies and chilli con carne, as well as stunning starters, brilliant burgers, traditional Sunday roasts, lovely lunches and a sumptuous sweet menu. Glossop is situated in north-west Derbyshire.

Bradmans Wine Cellar, Matlock

If you are a wine connoisseur, this is the Peak District’s best place to be. Bradmans Wine Cellar offers an exclusive wine-tasting experience with the best British, European and global wines on the market. You can even indulge in a cheese board to accompany the symphony of flavours that will tickle your tastebuds. 

Eat at No.5, Buxton

Eat at No.5 is a family-run cafe that serves homemade food, specialty teas, paninis, salad boxes and a full breakfast menu. Using quality produce, gluten free and vegetarian options are available, so support local and enjoy what they have to offer. The cafe is located in the heart of Derbyshire and the Peak District in Buxton.