Derbyshire and the Peak District may be better known for their stunning countryside – but there are plenty of great eateries to enjoy after spending a day among the hills.
Whether you’re looking for fine dining or rustic pub favourites, these are 22 of the best restaurants across the area – according to Google reviews and the AA Restaurant Guide 2023.
All data was taken from Google, and the restaurants are not ranked in any particular order.
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These are some of the best eateries in the region. Photo: Google
. Cavendish Hotel, Baslow
The Cavendish Hotel has a 4.5/5 rating based on 384 Google reviews. It was praised in the AA Restaurant Guide 2023 for its “visually appealing and technically adept cooking in a smart country house hotel.” Photo: Google
. The Biggin Hall Hotel, Hartington
The Biggin Hall Hotel has a 4.7/5 rating based on 287 Google reviews. The AA guide complimented the venue’s “traditional dishes sourced from the surrounding Pennines.” Photo: Google
. The Merchant's Yard, Tideswell
The Merchant's Yard has a 4.7/5 rating based on 429 Google reviews - winning plaudits from the AA inspectors for its “eclectic mix of light industrial design and a handcrafted seasonal menu.” Photo: Google
. Stones, Matlock
Stones Restaurant has a 4.8/5 rating based on 340 Google reviews - and was commended by the AA guide for their “modern Mediterranean-influenced dining with a riverside terrace.” Photo: Google
. Peak Edge Hotel, Chesterfield
The Peak Edge Hotel, situated on the outskirts of Chesterfield, has a 4.5/5 rating based on 1,112 Google reviews. It was praised by the AA Guide for its “inventive cooking in a Georgian inn next to a brand-new hotel.” Photo: Google
. Casa Hotel, Chesterfield
Chesterfield’s Casa Hotel has a 4.4/5 rating based on 1,482 Google reviews. The AA inspectors described it as the perfect place to “celebrate all things Spanish” in their “ über-chic” Cocina restaurant. Photo: Brian Eyre
. The Boot, Repton
The Boot has a 4.6/5 rating based on 259 Google reviews. An AA inspector said: “The Boot makes a good choice for a drink, a meal and overnight luxury accommodation if you’re looking to stay in this lovely part of the country.” Photo: Google
. The Prince of Wales, Baslow
The Prince of Wales has a 4.5/5 rating based on 552 Google reviews - and was commended by the AA Guide for its “local produce cooked with flair in a delightful pub setting.” Photo: Google
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These are some of the best eateries in the region. Photo: Google
2. Cavendish Hotel, Baslow
The Cavendish Hotel has a 4.5/5 rating based on 384 Google reviews. It was praised in the AA Restaurant Guide 2023 for its “visually appealing and technically adept cooking in a smart country house hotel.” Photo: Google
3. The Biggin Hall Hotel, Hartington
The Biggin Hall Hotel has a 4.7/5 rating based on 287 Google reviews. The AA guide complimented the venue’s “traditional dishes sourced from the surrounding Pennines.” Photo: Google
4. The Merchant's Yard, Tideswell
The Merchant's Yard has a 4.7/5 rating based on 429 Google reviews - winning plaudits from the AA inspectors for its “eclectic mix of light industrial design and a handcrafted seasonal menu.” Photo: Google