Location: Derby
Top Things to do in Derby
Things to do in Derby, England: The Best Nightlife
Derby (/ˈdɑːrbi/ ( listen) DAR-bee) is a city and unitary authority area in Derbyshire, England. It lies on the banks of the River Derwent in the south of Derbyshire, of which it was traditionally the county town. At the 2011 census, the population was 248,700. Derby gained city status in 1977.
Restaurants in Derby
1. The Chequers Inn
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
2. The Last Post
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By thomasmG7353YY - Offenbach, Germany
The Last Post is certainly one of the smallest pubs I've ever been to (though not quite as tiny as the Pump It Up in Belper): You get about 10 people in there and it's packed! But the place oozes community atmosphere, and you'll get into talking with other patrons immediately. At least that was my own experience, and I'm a rather shy, reserved person. The selection of drinks is also excellent: a fair number of hand pumps, and, more importantly, they offer real ales from smaller breweries, and the not usual, jaded Doom Bar or Pedigree. Lovely, helpful barman, too. The range of single malt whiskies outshines that of many much larger establishments. And, even in a place for just ten people, The Last Post offers live music! Highly recommended real ale micro for Derby, even if it's a bit off the beaten track.
3. The Maypole Cafe Bar and Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Intimate theatre and cafe bar showcasing comedy, small theatre performances, spoken word, dance and live music. Served also by our funky cafe bar serving Fair trade coffee's award winning teas, handmade cakes and craft beers. Free wi-fi Light breakfasts and lunches also available in a relaxed atmosphere.
4. Hop Gate
5. The Worm Has Turned
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By thomasmG7353YY - Offenbach, Germany
The Worm Has Turned (and, yes, that *is* the bar's full moniker) is a new bar for foreign - i.e. mostly continental European - beers that opened late in 2019. Although Derby is already one of the best places for having a good beer in the country, The Worm provides a notable and welcome addition. Upon my visit in February of 2020, it provides six pumps for beers (including a British one, Beaver Town from London) plus a cider (Aspall), along with a healthier selection of bottled and canned (real) ales from Belgium, Germany , etc. A few of those can be considered craft ales, but there are mass-produced beers too (like Ayinger or Paulaner). It's a particularly good place for German and Belgian wheat beers, as the British themselves seem to be curiously unable to quite capture the authentic character of that style - and I've tried many British wheat beers over the years. Atmosphere is nice and *quiet* even on a Saturday evening, when you can hear the kerfuffle from a Spoon from a mile away. Stylish, friendly place, pleasant clientele and staff. Recommended as a specialist beer bar in Derby!
6. The Brunswick Inn
7. The Abbey Pub
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
The Abbey Inn is a traditional country Inn favoured by locals and traveller's alike for it's atmosphere, history and great value-for-money Samuel Smith's beer. Built in the 15th century, this Grade II* listed Inn serves home cooked food and high quality beers, wines and spirits all whilst soaking in the history of the building and the atmosphere of a real wood fire. All are welcome at the Abbey Inn including families, couples, students OAPs, walkers, cyclists, children and dogs! Hannah and Alex look forward to welcoming you into their Inn.
Reviewed By johnandshirley - Loudoun County, United States
Walked to this pub from our B&B in the Darley Abbey area of Derby. What a wonderful surprise! The restaurant upstairs was closed due to a recent fire. But the pub downstairs was open. Great, friendly service at the bar. Samuel Smith Ales on tap (very good!). There are tables outside, but we sat inside because it's such a wonderful place. Important tip: Cash only.
8. The White Swan Littleover
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By 20pete11 - Derby, United Kingdom
Fabulous Sunday Carvery takeaway during these strange times. Bren & staff, take a bow..!! We will definitely keep using you. Closest thing to hone cooking we've come across.
9. Little Chester Ale House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By johnhp702 - Derby, United Kingdom
Called in on the way home from town just in time to have one whilst waiting for a taxi, I really enjoy having a drink in these no frills type of places.
