Derby’s Cathedral Quarter is the historic and cultural heart of the city, renowned for its independent shops, striking architecture, arts venues and vibrant atmosphere. Visitors will also find an excellent selection of cafés, bars, pubs and restaurants, making it one of Derby’s most popular destinations for eating, drinking and exploring.
Whether you’re visiting Derby Cathedral, browsing the independent shops or enjoying the area’s lively evening scene, the Cathedral Quarter offers plenty of places to eat and drink. From relaxed cafés and casual lunches to international cuisine, cocktails and special-occasion dining, there’s something to suit every taste, budget and occasion.
At The Sticky Beak Blog, we only feature venues we’ve personally visited and would happily recommend. Below you’ll find all our reviewed restaurants, pubs, cafés and eateries in and around Derby’s Cathedral Quarter, with links to our full reviews. If you’re planning a longer stay, be sure to browse our Derby accommodation directory and wider Derbyshire dining guides.
Award-winning city centre bar serving Mediterranean-inspired small plates, loaded flatbreads, creative cocktails and bottomless brunches in the Old Blacksmiths Yard.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationAn independent restaurant serving classically contemporary dishes, with a strong focus on high-quality local and regional British produce throughout the year.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationAn African inspired restaurant bringing you hints of beautiful African flavour, culture, music and an Africa-themed menu with vegan & vegetarian options
Read Our Review | Venue InformationFrom building society, to bank, to BEAR – this ornate old banking hall site on Derby’s Iron Gate stood empty and forgotten for 9 long years until BEAR came along.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationEating and drinking is at the heart and soul of the Caribbean Island culture and Turtle Bay aims to capture the essence of this way of life.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationAt Cosy Club, we serve up a sense of being somewhere special with a hint of nostalgia. Think mansion splendour meets village hall eccentricity.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationLocated in Friargate, Derby this charming bistrot offers a relaxing place in which to enjoy affordable French-style dishes, freshly prepared by their chefs every day.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationQuirky award-winning café serving great food, quality coffee and homemade cakes, with a relaxed atmosphere, brunch, lunch, all-day dining, and epic Sunday roasts.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationAuthentic Spanish tapas served in a relaxed and welcoming setting, with traditional flavours, freshly prepared dishes and a genuine taste of Spain throughout.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationThis article includes venues we have visited and would recommend to friends and family, if a venue is not included in this collection then, most likely, we just haven't had the chance to visit them yet.
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