These restaurants have been recognised as some of the best across Derbyshire and the Peak District – making them perfect places to visit as summer approaches.
Derbyshire and the Peak District are home to a host of well-renowned places to eat – offering everything from authentic country inns to high-end fine dining.
These are 37 award-winning eateries across the area that are perfect to try this summer – is there anywhere else that you think should be included in this list?
5. Afat's Grill, Sheffield Road, Whittington Moor
Afat’s Grill was named the best newcomer outside London at the British Kebab Awards 2025. Photo: Brian Eyre
6. Chesters, Sheffield Road
Chesters - owned by Chris Ionnides - was named restaurant of the year at the Love Chesterfield awards 2021. Photo: Brian Eyre
7. The Old Smithy, Chapel Hill, Beeley
The Old Smithy was named the Bistro Cafe of the Year at the Central England Prestige Awards 2024/25 in May, before being crowned England’s Best New Business at the England’s Business Awards. The Old Smithy was also bestowed with the ‘Golden Sausage Award’ by the Peak Boys Breakfast Club. Each month, the members of the Peak Boys Breakfast Club sample breakfasts at establishments across the Peak District. At the end of a 12 month period, the ‘Golden Sausage Award’ is claimed by the venue with the highest vote – ranking The Old Smithy as their favourite place to visit for a cooked breakfast. Photo: Brian Eyre
8. The George, High Street, Clay Cross
The George in Clay Cross has also received a Tripadvisor’s Traveller’s Choice Award. Photo: Brian Eyre