The Bluebell in Amber Valley - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Absolutely amazing meal - the food was delicious!! I had the smoked cheese custard for starter and the vegan burger for main - it was genuinely the best vegan burger I've ever had! The desert selection was so good too - I had the sticky date pudding with their ice cream which is made on site - it was literally unreal! Also, the staff were super friendly and helpful! Chris in particular did a cracking job and helped us out when we had made a mistake with our booking - thank you so much!! We will definitely be back!!

Food was nice. Staff weren’t necessarily rude but as soon as we walked in there was nothing friendly or welcoming. We’re on holiday here so not sure of the type of restaurant it is with ordering etc so we may have done it the wrong way - we would have been happy if they’d have told us that but everything felt awkward. We were made to feel really unwelcome and as though we were a burden as soon as we walked in (partner overheard staff talking about us). Could understand if it was extremely busy as we were walk-ins but the bar area where we would be sitting (dog friendly area) was empty and staff were just standing around. As I said, we may not have understood the type of place it is, but would have been happy for them to tell us we needed to book when we walked in. We were just greeted with an unfriendly man behind the bar who quite clearly didn’t want us there. Glad it’s not our local restaurant but with all the other good reviews, it seems it’s a popular place.

We were very disappointed in the whole experience The staff were average not rude in any way but didnt find them friendly The food was nicely presented but didnt blow us away not great flavour wise I felt very uncomfortable didnt feel like we belonged I guess the pub cant help who frequents the establishment We went on a sunday Cant comment about the rest of the week

on the slopes, with a view of the sunset and beautiful countryside. The only drawback is that the parking is too small, and it is a little difficult for those who are not good at driving.😓

I loved the fact that we were able to book online and put a note. We asked to bring our 3 dogs and the booking was confirmed We arrived, was seated and the food and service was utterly exceptional Pies were delicious and the Merlot amazing We didn’t get to desserts as it was a fleeting stop but wow!! Gasto quality in a local village eatery I’d go here weekly if we lived locally - congratulations guys your place is impeccable Loved it

Great food, beautiful pub. Staff very friendly and made us feel welcome. Xxxx

Lovely food with an excellent gluten free choice for my partner. Attentive service from the staff and service was just right. The layout of the restaurant made it slightly on the noisy side but apart from that a really great evening meal and will definitely return. Came again in June, 2024 for another lovely meal with fantastic service. Nice to see they have continuity of staff which shows it's a good quality venue.

We booked last minute for a table of 6, we hadn’t visited before and could only get the bar area which i was a bit worried about but there was no need. The atmosphere and decor was lovely, just what we were after. The food was excellent, none of us could fault anything. Even my youngest picky eater had a great selection to choose from on the kids menu, ‘best sausages ever’ apparently! Lovely little play area for them the enjoy after dinner. We will be returning for sure!

I can't recommend this venue highly enough! We booked at very short notice (about 2 hours) as we were staying in the area overnight and hadn't found anywhere to eat. The old building has been renovated beautifully, with bright, modern and tasteful décor. The lady who greeted us was very friendly and welcoming, and the (exceptionally hardworking!) staff were attentive and efficient. The food was just amazing! It was nicely presented, expertly cooked and absolutely delicious. They have a good range of real ales and beers, and the menu catered for vegetarians and vegans (unlike some of the other pubs in the area!). There was a great atmosphere, without being too noisy. The music wasn't too obtrusive, and catered to all tastes (not just modern stuff!). Overall, we had a brilliant experience and will definitely return if/when in the area again. If there's one small negative point, it's that the car park is tiny and you may have to park on the street. However, this didn't detract from a fantastic meal in a genuinely lovely place run by genuinely lovely people!

Can heartily recommend the smoked haddock tagliatelle. The staff are very polite and professional. Car park is small and tight, if you're not confident reversing, then park on the street.

The food was delicious and the service was great the atmosphere was buzzing 👌

Definitely a lovely place to go wether it's just for a few beers or a nice meal, food is top notch

Lovely setting with great views from the dinning area. Well presented and tasty food. Pleasant and attentive staff. Would be five stars but parking is a problem.

Firstly, I cannot fault the food or the service. The food was fantastic, and the service and staff were really great. The only issue I have is that we felt on edge the whole time. When I booked the table I stated that I needed a high chair for a 10 month old. When we arrived, there was no high chair at the table, but there was no issue providing one. However, this wasn't popular with a table near to us. The baby was really well behaved, but obviously was noisy occasionally, earning us pointed stares and grumbling. I completely understand that they would have wanted to eat their lunch in a peaceful environment, but we felt uncomfortable the whole time. I do think that if the high chair had been remembered, we may have been seated elsewhere, where a baby would have been acceptable.

Well what can I say , but brilliant, it was my partner's 60th birthday surprise , and everything was amazing the food , service and atmosphere was superb , would recommend to anyone , and thank you to the bluebell , will be back again and again thanks

We were looking forward to trying the new menu advertised as we always find it is quite limited. However on arriving I was disappointed to see that as usual the one and only vegan option on the menu was the exact burger that has been on there forever. We live locally and enjoy eating out, but with other pubs/restaurants in the area offering much more in the way of vegan options, the bluebell is being left behind. Also, can I just point out that only offering ‘sorbet’ as a vegan pudding is really annoying!!! Please, up your vegan game!

Dear to whoever this concerns Tonight as a group of loyal customers we felt disappointed and dejected when a certain member off staff came over to our table at 17:30 to explain we were too loud and making the atmosphere uncomfortable for others. We are a group of people who are very dedicated to supporting our local pubs which explains our attendance nearly every Friday after school to let our kids enjoy the play area whilst we look back at our working week in an atmosphere I believe to be welcoming. We have had many occasions in the past where our openness and kindness had invited your guests to our table explaining how excellent the staff/ food are at the bluebell and personally recommended food which is on your menu. With the above in mind I / We feel victimised because we come straight from school with kids who enjoy playing in your facilities, which makes it uncomfortable for your customers at certain points. If you don’t feel your environment is appropriate for school kids and their families at the time between 3:30 - 19:00 then please let me know and we can accommodate ourselves to other local pubs in the village. Be great to hear your feedback which I’m really hoping will be positive and honest. Yours sincerely

With the bluebell being our local, we visited with other local families (5 families) for a drink after school, we were made to feel very unwelcome by a member of staff whilst we were sitting in the bar area and the children were playing outside on the play area provided. If the Bluebell doesn’t want an atmosphere in the bar area (not loud, just people talking) or children playing in the playground, then why provide such amenities? @Bluebell please accept you are local pub as well as a restaurant, accept both and not chastise people for having a nice time whilst in your facility. Your restaurant was practically empty, so why put dining guests in the bar area! Better management of your arrangement, and customer interactions are needed. We spend a lot in your pub and contribute to South Wingfield economy regularly please appreciated this!!!

We visited with a friend recently for Sunday lunch. Normally we can rely on the quality of the meals at the Bluebell but this time we were all disappointed. We ordered the roast ribeye beef which had a considerable amount of fat on it.. The amount of roast vegetables served separately was inadequate for 3 people.The cauliflower cheese was the most disappointing the cauliflower looked old and limp in a thin sauce. On a positive note the sticky toffee pudding was lovely full of flavour and so light..

Very good menu Competitively priced Great service

Lovely relaxed and modern pub. The food is good however I find it a little overpriced for what it is. We had lovely starters, but the main wasn't anything particularly special. I also found two small shards of chicken bone and a few pieces of gristle in my chicken pie which was a little off putting and awkward trying to discretely fish them out of my mouth. However, the service was good overall.

Amongst the food (table of 7) we had 3 of the rump steak and chips. One was excessively sinewey and hence on the very chewy side. Guess you blame the butcher/supplier and not the chef. We did raise this and without asking it was not billed for, which was a fair outcome. All the other dishes were good.

One of the best Sunday lunches I have had in a long time. Came here whilst visiting Derbyshire and celebrating a family birthday. The menu had a nice selection of choices and I was easily catered for being gluten free. I had the cured salmon to start, the roast chicken for main and the creme brulee for dessert - I was stuffed! The salmon was beautifully presented and tasted very fresh, but the stand out was the chicken which was soft and tender, and came with a yummy mash and creamed leeks. The only negative would be that it says on the menu that all of the mains are served with roasted veg and cauliflower cheese. These came out separately and we were only given a tiny portion between four of us (barely enough for two people), so we had to ask for more. I was even given GF shortbread with my creme brulee. The wine was also very reasonably priced. Everyone else also thoroughly enjoyed their meal. Next time we are back in Derbyshire, I will try and make time to come again.

What a superb meal! My husband and I have just got home after a truly memorable meal at The Bluebell. There can be no higher praise for an eaterie than to say, in unison, 'We'll be back'! Today's lunch was a celebratory meal to mark a very special 6 year milestone for my husband following heart surgery. The Bluebell delivered great beer ( Tim Taylor's Landlord) magnificently cooked and presented steaks (we both had rumps and loved them!) and a dessert menu that tempted us both. But that's not all. There was ambience, atmosphere and warmth.... the massive windows flooded the dining conservatory with bright Spring light (even on a cloudy day!) , and the serving staff were charming. It may seem a little unusual to end a review of a hostelry with mention of the fantastic loos, but it would simply be amiss to remain silent about some of the most beautifully decorated facilities I've ever used! From the majestic oak doors in the cubicles and the classy blue tiling by the handbasins to the inspired drip mats under the hand driers - these WCs scream style, quality and craftsmanship. Thank you to everyone involved at The Bluebell. We are a very, very happy pair of customers - with full tummies and a superb memory made.

The salted caramel creme brûlée was phenomenal! The staff lovely, all the food delicious. Slightly more expensive than other places but worth the price.

Lovely place to go for lunch. There were 5 of us and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals. We go there for a special treat as its not your traditional pub lunch. A lot more high end.

Another great meal combined with excellent service One little point.... viewed Menu on line for the Bluebell to get what was to be expected Menu on table PRICES far more than those on line would still have gone.... someone not on the ball...will be back

Stopped in here after a 5 mile dog walk so we were famished. I needed a half of real ale & a hearty meal asap. I’ve been wanting to come here for a while so was glad they could fit us in. I didn’t realise they were the same people who own Stones in Matlock either so I knew then the food would be good. We both ordered a golden ale & the fish & chips. For pub fish & chips these were some of the best! I really want to return for Sunday lunch asap!

The Bluebell is I'm a nice location in a quiet village. It has beautiful views across the valley and has a good beer selection and exquisite food!

The food here is very good and I’m a reasonably frequent visitor but they need to be clearer about their closing hours and concentrate a little more on the whole diner/drinker experience. At a recent evening meal the staff visited our table several times to get our orders and the food felt rushed through. At 9.30pm we asked for coffees to be told that they had shut down the machine for cleaning and if they were to serve drinks from it it would be poisonous ( odd thing to say). It was clear that by 10pm the staff were ready to go home and at 10.15pm we were asked to leave as they were closing. The site says that drinks are served until 11pm so we weren’t expecting this. Dining out should not only be about the food but the whole experience of feeling welcomed with well trained and experienced staff. I’m afraid the staff on this occasion let the place down.

Excellent- stylish yet cosy pub, attentive staff and perfectly cooked food everytime!

Visited here with my partner for their birthday. Travelled quite a way based on good reviews, so it was nice to not be disappointed...though there was no acknowledgement of the special occasion despite me making them aware. All our food was nicely presented and well cooked. There were no stand out dishes but we enjoyed it none the less. Service was friendly and efficient. Well worth a visit.

Had a really nice meal, prices were a lot different to the menu on-line which was a bit of a shock. Car park is very small. Service was very good and steaks were cooked as ordered, overall everything we ordered was very well cooked and prepared

Lovely good food and atmosphere.

First of all how good to find a restaurant where the seating is actually comfortable.We visited for the first time today and it was superb from start to finish.The food is the best quality.The staff are excellent.In fact staff in other restaurants would do well to learn from them.The decor and views are lovely.It is also worth mentioning that it is all on the level so good for those with limited mobility.We will definitely be returning!

We had a lovely Christmas meal here with work colleagues. Really nice food, the beef was so delicious, a lovely fire and great service. Thank you.

What a lovely find. The food was excellent as was the service.. The decor was tasteful Too Will definitely visit again with family and friends.

Visited as a large group booking (+10 people) for a works Christmas meal. On arrival we were seated prompted and even though several members of the group arrived at different times the staff were very attentive with getting us drinks whilst we waited for all to arrive. All the food arrived at the same time & was beautifully presented and cooked perfectly. The treacle tart was amazing and the whole experience made for a lovely afternoon.

Visited today for Sunday lunch. I had beef Sunday lunch and choc brownie dessert. All delicious. Father in law had ham fritters, beef dinner. He is diabetic so it was great to see a cheese board on the dessert menu. Husband enjoyed soup, belly pork and a crème brûlée. Service was excellent but it has to be as only allowed 1.5 hour slot. But, we were informed they had switched a few reservations which meant we did not need to rush as our table was not rebooked. Enjoyed a leisurely meal and a couple of bottles of Shiraz. Lovely.

Excellent food and service, a bit noisy.

Fabulous place, both beef and vegan burgers were delicious. The place is spacious, yet cosy with a great ambience. Great choice of drinks as well.

Absolutely wonderful meal with 3 friends ! Service was excellent from 3 professional and friendly staff Difficult choices - what to have/choose from the menu ! I had blade of beef which was so tender and tasty. The horseradish mash and creamed cabbage was gorgeous. Thanks very much to the chefs - you did us proud !

We have been to your other restaurant Stones and have wanted to try the Bluebell it didn't disappoint great food, we really enjoyed our evening there

Really excellent restaurant, gorgeous food,excellent menu and really friendly staff.

1st time we have been there and we were very pleased with the whole experience. Lovely food, very polite and professional staff, can't fault it. Thank you.

Thought our meals were expensive for what we chose an my wife’s fish batter was inedible. Drinks prices were OK and or sweets were too but the main course let us down.

Really enjoyed everything about our meal.Will be going again soon..

Visited for lunch with friends for a special occasion everything was perfect the atmosphere, selection of drinks food was extremely delicious recommend black pudding starter and seabass main pudding were yummy too. Service was excellent staff were friendly and knowledgeable . The Blue Bell is definitely somewhere we will definitely return too. Thank you.

My husband and I went yesterday evening for a meal and drinks. We live nearby and have been meaning to go for a while. We were shown to a lovely table in their conservatory. I have to say that the service was second to none. Drinks and food order taken quickly and the food arrived quickly too. I had scallops and beef as a main with extra seasonal veg. The presentation was so good and the food mouth watering, so very good indeed. The Malbec they serve by the glass was very good too. We had drinks outside after our meal as we enjoyed it so much, we didn’t want to leave. We will return very soon and thanks for the fabulous service and food.

Amazing food. Great service. Lovely staff

Nice venue, helpful staff, really good food which was well presented. We had a late booking but there was no ‘ sorry this is off the menu’ as I have experienced elsewhere. The car park is ok but it means reversing into the main road. We were ok as it was late but could be a bit difficult on a summer’s evening due to cars parked in the road. This shouldn’t put anyone off visiting, it really is a nice place.

Great food, great service from a friendly team.

Had an early dinner. The conservatory is lovely and bright with well spaced out tables. The scallop starter was tasty, as was the soup - although it was far too hot! The chicken pie and halloumi & chips were both very nice, especially the peas - really different and tasty.

Served red/pink chicken this evening and told it was safe to eat as it was probed... so it was brought back out and we all most felt pressured into eating it. (We didn't) The supervisor took it away and said it shouldn't have been served and apologised. They took it off of the bill but my friend was left without a main meal, we shared mine. The creme brulé wasn't set either to top off a poor night. Premium prices and really poor food.. I have never felt so bad about eating out. I cannot believe this place is associated with stones at Matlock. We have been regular visitors to stones for years and always had exceptional meals and service.

Only ever been in for a drink, but very nice

Been coming here for a few years. Absolutely our favourite restaurant in the area. Lovely food and great service Highly recommend

I can tell you quite a bit about this place going back some years but won't bore you with too much detail. In short this place has gone from being a somewhat sordid often struggling village pub to a really successful and cosy little establishment thanks to it being in the hands of someone willing to invest in turning it around making it very smart and attractive. Diners and drinkers alike will enjoy the excellent food and drink to be had. Well worth a visit if you haven't already been.

Lunch with friends Bluebell Wingfield We've been wanting to try here as it's the sister venue of our favourite restaurant in Matlock Stones Restaurant . On arrival for our 1.30pm reservation, it was full to the rafters so we had to park on the road. We ordered the following. Starters Seared Scallops £11. smoked bacon and lemon orzo caramelised onion cream, pickled mushrooms. Side of Halloumi Fries With Chilli Jam £3.50 Mains Risotto of Smoked Salmon, £11.50 Pea and Baby Spinach,chive oil. This is down as a starter, so ordered the larger portion. Tomato-glazed Fillet of Cod £19 mushroom ketchup, pickled onions, new potatoes Pie of the Day topped with Puff Pastry £17.95 Seasonal vegetables, choose from chips, mash or new potatoes, gravy. Desserts Strawberry Parfait £8 lemon posset, white chocolate ice cream. Chocolate Tart £8 latte ice cream, rum-soaked raisins, toasted pecans

First time dining here and just WOW perfection from walking through the door to leaving everything was perfect

went for a deserved Sunday Lunch got off to an auspicious start.... drinks order taken,,, 10 minutes later told no lemonade available for MIXER drinks Starters came , most enjoyable then the Mains ... how delightful, a good wholesome SUNDAY DINNER wife fish came without the sauce as requested.... nice to know the waitress had listened

Excellent birthday visit lovely food,drinks Atmosphere and service. Lovely location and nice interior decor. Staff are very friendly and helpful

Really excellent Sunday lunch in lovely surroundings,dog friendly too in the bar dining area. Would definitely recommend and will be returning as my wife is gluten intolerant which they accommodated without issue.

Seven of us came and immediately shown to our tables and given menus. However, nobody can to take our drinks orders, until we managed to get someones attention. As we had been waiting a long time, we also, gave the waitress our food orders. The...

Always fabulous at the Bluebell. Staff are super friendly and efficient and the food sublime.

Very attractive premises, with comfortable seats. Service was friendly, food was good, prices average. A pleasant experience.

Generally very good. Misleading on claiming sourdough for burger. It wasn't, but they claimed it contained sourdough. Nonsense.

Food beautifully presented but lacked in flavour and steak was not good even with. Steak knife getting through it was hard going . Disappointing as Stones our favourite in area but this expensive as but not up to standard

Lovely pub with great views. Stopped off for a pint but looking at their Menu. We will be back for food

Atmosphere only spoilt by 2 dogs which marched up to the table and attempted to put their noses on my food. Dogs should not be allowed in the bar when people are eating.

Nine of us went on Saturday 1/7/2023. The food and service was excellent. Well worth trying if you're in the area.

I came here on Wednesday with my mum fo my birthday I can quite honestly say it’s the best food and service iv had for a long time!! Thankyou will definitely be recommending it to others.

Called in for a pint.loved how they have refurbished it.Called on a Friday lunchtime ate in the restaurant food and service was excellent.Will definitely be back.😃

Have been here many many times and love it. However when we went last night I felt like the portions had got super small .. I understand the concept of less is more but it’s now bordering on ‘let’s see how small we can make...

Had a lovely evening in very well run establishment...food,service excellent.Parking an issue when busy.

Oh my goodness! What a wonderful meal. The restaurant, decor, and staff were excellent. I started with the risotto, it’s delicious and creamy. Next I had the chicken breast which was so moist and tasty. Having had 2 fabulous courses, I decided to also have...

Went to The Bluebell to celebrate my mother in laws birthday. Arrived early but got seated straight away. The food and service are fantastic.

Absolutely amazing in everything, 110% Shall definitely be returning

We had booked our table for 7 persons, for 1:30pm today. After obtaining drinks at the bar, we where quickly shown to our table, in the lovely restaurant. However, after being given our menus our orders were not taken until 2:00pm. Not sure just how many staff in the kitchen and how busy it was, but the food appeared slow in arriving. But it has worth waiting for and we all agreed it was amazing, except the risotto which was a little bland. Nobody enquired if everything was in order! 4 of us had desserts and all were excellent. But even with us sitting near the coffee machine, nobody asked if we wanted coffee. The bill arrived and we waited to pay, but ended up going to the bar to do so. It was a great shame about the service. The young staff very pleasant, but they did not appear to have anyone in charge.

We had a lovely experience at The Bluebell. The food was delicious, the service attentive but not overbearing and the the ambience was delightful. We will definitely return.

Lovely interior. Small Sunday menu but all choices were acclaimed by our group. My beef was the pinkest I have ever had, but it was the tenderest and tastiest as well. Must be a fantastic butcher supplying the place. Good service, pleasant staff.

I am not a fan of Sunday Lunches, but we were meeting up with some friends so I had to go along with the plan! The building was really nicely fitted out and the new extension was not too noisy - some are, but steps...

Very nice place, food and staff - felt it was a bit expensive though.... 🤷

Excellent food service and views we sat in the dining area and had 3 courses

One word WOW The place itself WOW. The service WOW. Atmosphere WOW Food WOW. This place is now my best kept secret. WOW....WOW

Food is amazing and great value. The parking isn’t great when it’s busy but there’s parking on the roadside infront. Will definitely be coming here again soon. 😊

Excellent food and service, the beer battered halloumi was to die for! However interestingly one off the staff named Charlie meowed at my son.

Lovely pub, good food. A perfect pub to take a family for a celebration meal.

Unfortunately I was quite underwhelmed. I live locally and came here with my parents for the first time for dinner. It was nice and warm in the dining area which was good because the door to the patio kept getting left open. The waitress must...

Pick the right dishes and go beyond standard pub food to have an amazing experience. Pork Belly was especially good and all teh trimmings amazing. Thank you Tia and wishing you all the best!!!

Beautiful Saturday lunch! Two courses and coffee, absolutely delicious. The pub itself is very nice and friendly and our waitress was lovely. We will definitely be back.

After school, I had to wait for my mum to pick me up and decided to stay for 10 minutes in the Bluebell. The lady at the door was hospitable and led me to the bar which had a wood burning fire. On a particularly...

A moden dinning experience with very welcoming staff, food arrived promptly and was lovely especially the scallops they was cooked to perfection!

Best meal we've had in ages. Had 3 courses and each one was excellent.

Great menu, delicious food, lovely atmosphere and service was very good. We look forward to our next visit

Fantastic tasty food with a touch of class. Service is excellent would definitely recommend and will be returning

Really enjoyed the setting, the service and the food. Had soup to start and then beer battered halloumi with chips and (the best I've had) crushed peas. An absolute delight to eat.

What a fantastic find! We booked for 20 people to have an evening meal and were not disappointed. The food was well-presented and extremely tasty. The gap between courses was spot-on and the ambience in the restaurant area was complimented by well-chosen and subtle background music music. If I had to be picky, the sweet range offered to our large group was all dairy based and perhaps a fruit based option might have been worth considering, but I would strongly recommend The Bluebell if you want something better than your standard pub grub, but at very reasonable prices Happy customers indeed!

Fantastic place. Excellent food however the minted lamb pie we found to be to salty. Please don't let this put you off because as I've said food and atmosphere is second to none

I had the vegan burger which was delicious. It was my first experience of vegan food and was really impressed by the whole dish.

Excellent service and fantastic food. Really enjoyed our visit and would highly recommend. Will definitely visit again.