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Award-winning restaurant, 2AA Rosette & Michelin - Darleys Restaurant, Derby, Derbyshire

Darleys Restaurant

4.6
4.6
258 Reviews
£26 to £40
British
Waterfront Darley Abbey Mill, Derby, Derbyshire DE22 1DZ

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
We are an award-winning restaurant with a beautiful waterfront location in Derby. We offer you classic British and European dishes with a modern twist, within a 200-year old former mill building: Darley Abbey Mills.

We also have two outdoor terraces so if you prefer, you can enjoy al-fresco drinks overlooking the River Derwent prior to your dining experience. We’re open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Darleys creates incredible flavours and stunningly-presented dishes that will delight you, all paired with the perfect wine or cocktail to make your experience complete.

Darleys has won several awards and accolades:

Included in the Michelin Guide 2024
AA Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence 2024

Everything we do is about bringing together wonderful ingredients with beautiful presentation. Our chefs are culinary superheroes. They work tirelessly to deliver amazing, consistent tastes, day in, day out.



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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Contemporary British, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Thu 09:30–10:15 Fri–Sun 09:00–11:45 Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–16:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 18:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Christopher Higham

What 258 people are saying

Darleys Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Darleys Restaurant in Derby offers a "superb setting" overlooking the weir, making it "one of the best restaurants" in the area. Guests rave about the "exceptional" food and "fantastic service." The tasting menus, often paired with expertly selected wines, are a highlight. Though parking can be tricky, the overall dining experience is "worth every penny."
258 Reviews
  1. Amanda

    Derbyshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My two daughters booked this for us all for Mother’s Day…..I had been before but they hadn’t. On arrival they both said what a great setting it was and how nice the staff were…..then the food came out! They were amazed at the content, presentation and the level of service we received. The food was awesome. The breakfast cocktail was also amazing! We were even able to sit outside for our coffee as the weather was very kind to us and we enjoyed the fabulous view. We will all definitely be back soon, thank you.

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  2. Emily

    Newcastle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely experience. I will definitely be back again!

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  3. Susan

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and myself had a 7 course tasting menu bought as a present for our birthdays and I decided to have the wine pairing only as my husband is not a wine drinker, the food was excellent and the wines chosen by the sommelier were superb, I had not experienced a pairing with a meal before and some of the wines I would not have chosen due to personal taste but because the sommelier had worked very closely with the chef and their dishes the wines chosen complimented the food perfectly. He was very knowledgeable and had a nice way about himself as were all the waiters/waitresses. The ambience is very relaxed and chilled. It's not cheap but you are enjoying an experience with high standard food and service so would definitely recommend.

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  4. Claire

    Manchester5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lunch menu was excellent, presentation stunning. Beautiful view over the river.

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  5. Mark

    Derbyshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and the service was first class. First visit and will definitely go again. Only negatives are not easiest to find and parking is non existent. Didn’t in anyway spoil our experience though.

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  6. Nathalie

    Surrey3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 10 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Chose off the bistro menu. Wild garlic veloute was excellent, mains good but not as memorable. Lovely spot by the weir. Not so busy when we went for lunch so not much atmosphere. Wine list good and varied. Service friendly and not intrusive. Would return if in the area…

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  7. Roy

    Derbyshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    unbelievable food and Patrice the Sommelier is really helpful and well worth a chat to as always a great experience

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  8. Andy

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As it was Mother's Day we asked for a table overlooking the weir which was delivered. We hadn't been to Darleys for a while and we were very impressed. Parking was a nightmare. There literally is nowhere to park. Darleys suggested parking in the Rugby club car park which clearly says No trespassing. So I parked in Folly Lane. Glad I did as the Rugby club gates were locked when we came past after lunch. Be careful. We shall be back

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  9. Jennifer

    Derbyshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous meal at Darleys. Service was exceptional and food was fantastic.

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  10. Robert

    Derbyshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant service and fantastic food!! Really enjoyed our experience today

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Darleys Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 258 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. Derbyshire
  4. Derby
  5. Derby

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Waterfront Darley Abbey Mill, Derby, Derbyshire DE22 1DZ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    DE22 1EB - Haslams Lane, off Alfreton Road
  • Area
    Derby
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Thu 09:30–10:15 Fri–Sun 09:00–11:45 Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–16:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 18:00–23:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Contemporary British, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Alfreton Road
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Christopher Higham
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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