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Restaurants and Places to Eat in Derby
Derby is located in the East Midlands within the county of Derbyshire. Derby was granted city status in 1977 to mark the twenty fifth anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II.

In recent years Derby has attracted a considerable number of outstanding restaurants. Many of them are located in the Friar Gate restaurant quarter which has served as a magnet for both established and aspiring restaurateurs.

Restaurant Zest, Friar Gate, DerbyRestaurant Zest is to be found on 16d George Street, Friar Gate. The restaurant is renown for its relaxed fine dining. It serves fresh, seasonal food from a changing menu. The style of food is modern European.

The restaurant caters for business men and women, visitors and locals. An express lunch service is available if you are in a hurry.

Tonic Restaurant, Derby, DerbyshireThe Tonic Restaurant provides an opportunity for dining in a contemporary and stylish setting. An outside courtyard is available for diners who enjoy eating al fresco. The food is a Modern British take on World Cuisine.

The restaurant seats 80 people and whilst you are enjoying your meal you can watch the chefs at work in the open kitchen area.

The restaurant also has a lounge bar area which stays open until late at the weekends.

If you enjoy Indian or Bangladeshi food, then a visit to The Cinnamon Restaurant is a must. The chef has 15 years experience and has won a Daily Telegraph award. The restaurant is located on Nottingham Road, Spondin.

The International Hotel, Derby, DerbyshireThe International Hotel in Derby has a well-established restaurant which offers a range of English and Continental dishes. The Sunday lunch is ideal for a family outing or get-together. Booking is advised.

If you are looking for a pub with a difference then head to Market Place to Walkabout. In this Australian themed bar you will find genuine Aussie food including crocodile and kangaroo fillets which you can wash down with Australian beer.

For sports fans, big screens and dozens of TVs give the chance to keep up with the latest action in your favourite sport.

The bar regular hosts live music and bands.

Once you have finished eating, you will find that there is plenty for tourists and visitors to do and see in Derby. The cathedral has the second tallest tower in the country. The Derby Industrial Museum records the industrial and technological achievements of the city including a special exhibition on Rolls-Royce. Henry Royce the co-founder of Rolls-Royce was a resident of Derby.

Travelling outside Derby there is also the Peak District National Park, Chatsworth House stately home and Alton Towers.

For more information on places to eat in Derby go to Restaurants in Derby.

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