The Divan restaurant in Chesterfield

Food was OK but a bit pricey. The restaurant was a little cold inside. The owners were very friendly and helpful

Visited on a Saturday evening and to be honest some Turkish food can be underwhelming relying on spicy heat and over spiced cumin to sell itself, however a trip to Divan changed my outlook on this cuisine. I had the Mixed Grill main with a very hot bowl of chips but everything on the plate was excellent. Even the rice had flavour, and was cooked to perfection. Service excellent throughout. I can see why they were busy. The picture doesn't have the lamb chop on as it was just being finished off. Overall an excellent meal.

Excellent as ever. Food fresh and well presented. Generous portions. Set menu for 4 had plenty of variety, everything was tasty. As usual staff were welcoming, friendly and generous. Thank you all.

Amazing steaks!!! Great service!! Defo recommend!!! Thanks again guys!!

4 of us dined last Saturday and had two of the set meals for 2 people. There was lots of food, variety to try different elements and reasonably priced. Family run restaurant and all staff were great and very informative. The waitress (daughter) was so passionate about the food (particularly telling us about the Turkish rice pudding when we asked) and the service was great. We'll be back and wanting to try the Baklava, which had been too popular on our visit, but highly recommend the rice pudding!

thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the divan restaurant. a family run business with friendly service and a nice atmosphere. I can highly recommend the chefs special as a main, it was delicious, and the rice pudding and hot helva is delightful. overall a lovely place that I will definitely visit again and would happily recommend

Good food but wired attitude from the waitress. Ordered the 2 mixed grill platter and asked for tape water. The waitress came with 2 bottles of branded water and opened both in the kitchen! Of course I had a company with me so did not make a big fuss about it. The food was good but portions were small for the price. Finally, we asked for the bill and the waitress asked for her tip which she suggested 5£. Anyway, she had what she asked for but that was not a very nice attitude. Don’t think I would go again.

Food was nice, but a little pricey. Dips came before the meal, but we were told that we had to purchase the bread to go with them. When the main meal came I ask for more of the dip which came on a side plate and not a great amount might I say. When I got the bill they had charged me £6.50 for this dip which is excessive. Just be cautious of ordering anything additional. That charge put a dampener on our first visit, and sadly we will not be returning due to hidden costs.

Had a fantastic time here! Met a lovely lady who engaged us in a wonderful conversation and was incredibly hospitable. The food was great! Would definitely visit again!

A group of friends for a catch up. Great food, friendly service and great value for money. We had a few starters to share between us and all had mains. All enjoyed. Lively atmosphere without being distracting or overwhelming. We'll all be revisiting.

Went to Divan last night for the first time. The food was delicious, the Turkish bread and hummus was a lovely starter! The chicken shish wasn't dry and full of flavour and well presented. The price was good and we left feeling full! Would definitely go back!

We ordered several grilled food items on a Saturday early dinner meal with friends. The food did take a while to come out but was fresh hot and tasty (can't comment on the rest of the menu). Unfortunately the experience was let down by the customer services skills of the lady owner / manger (I assume). Each of our party members arrived staggered over 20 mins and each time we were badgered by this lady about arrival times. Rather passive aggressive and in turn became annoying. Multiple times kept being asked to order drinks which we didn't want to. In the end we were charged even for the small pots of ketchup/ mayo which we felt was rather petty. Another large party booked at the same time clearly had cancelled / no show. So why not show some kindness and respect to the large group your already have through the door? Lovely food let down by staff customer service I'm afraid.

Myself and my partner enjoyed a beautiful meal here this evening, we both had the chef special and it was cooked to perfection. The owner was very welcoming and friendly she talked with us and even had a joke or 2 to make us laugh, there was plenty of time to enjoy our meal no rushing to clear away. Will definitely return.

We had a work colleagues 60th birthday meal in this restaurant and the food, service and place was just exceptional. We even changed our Christmas Party meal from another restaurant to come back to this one instead. They couldn't do enough for us, the waitress was so bubbly and lovely and we met the chef and thanked him personally for the lovely fresh food. Can't wait to go back

Really lovely meal. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Lots of choice on the menu. Food was well presented and very tasty. Will definitely visit again.

First time eating Turkish food in the East Midlands and was not disappointed. They had a new chef so the meal want quick but service was pretty good ....and the food was superb. I had a chicken shish which was cooked perfectly, served with sauteed potatoes, boiled rice and a salad ....and there was a good portion too. The manager (?) also had a wicked sense of humour as well! Ala in all, a lovely evening with friends and great food.

Excellent meal, great value and friendly fun staff. Highly recommended

Was looking forward to trying this place. Service was appalling mixed up orders, didn't bring extra drinks. Table booked at 8pm taxis booked 10.15 we had 10 mins to spare after eating mains to pay bill and run for ride home. Food mediocre and we didn't enjoy it as had to rush our food. Won't be going back again.

We had a very nice meal here with excellent service. We were made very welcome.

Great food. Very friendly staff. Food arrived quickly and they’re good size.

Great service and food. Great place to go solo or with your family.

It’s not in the nicest area of Chesterfield but is centrally located so that’s OK. The food was good but nothing more than good and a couple of dishes were forgotten so arrived after others had finished. The biggest disappointment was no Gluten Free bread, which was required as we ordered various dips (as you would when in a Turkish/Mediterranean) and we did ask, it’s so easily available from any supermarket (GF pitta) so V disappointed in that. The girl server was very good and attentive but the guy serving drinks was a bit disorganised and forgot glasses then needed reminding re water. A nice family run restaurant.

We live in north London close to loads of really good Turkish restaurants, so it's a real pleasure to find an excellent, family-run one back in my hometown. Great food, clearly made with love, and very friendly, attentive service. Very much hope this remains a fixture of the town centre for years to come.

Had a lovely time, Service was amazing!

Excellent food and service from a nice family restaurant

Fantastic place so welcoming and friendly and the food was amazing went for my wifes birthday and we will be definitely going back

I recently dined at Divan Turkish Restaurant and had an incredible experience. The food was absolutely gorgeous. We ordered the fillet steak and the lamb beyti, both of which were cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. The food is also *Halal* The restaurant's decor is lovely, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that enhances the dining experience. Additionally, the staff were super friendly and attentive, making us feel very welcome throughout our meal. The pricing is quite fair, considering the quality of the food and the excellent service. I highly recommend Divan Turkish Restaurant for anyone looking for delicious Turkish cuisine in a beautiful setting.

Fabulous Turkish restaurant. Put aside any preconceived ideas about kebabs from takeaways, this is a different level. Will definitely be returning.

The food is delicious. We first went on Valentine’s Day in 2023 and dined there several times since then. The family run business is very hospitable. In one occasion we were all served the best rice pudding. Highly recommend this place to have a welcoming dining experience of delicious Turkish food.

Found this place by chance after seeing Jimmy Carr and I must say it was a pleasant visit. The food was amazing and fresh. The staff answered any questions we had and nothing was too much trouble. Only reason the atmosphere didn’t get 5* is because the lighting isn’t that great so when it darkened outside it was rather dark inside. There was also a larger group who started to shout to one another the more they drank, all harmless but just a different atmosphere towards the end of the night. Would 100% return! Both left stuffed, and even tried some new things. Would 100% recommend the minced beef parcels and the platter for 2.

Absolutely beautiful food, great choice of different meals, The Most Beautiful Chocolate Souffle, which I never took a picture of, how stupid, we will have to go back again, 5 stars all the way

Fantastic food and service,first visit and although I live an hour away will be back soon.

Best service I’ve ever experienced, very friendly people

Absolutely amazing food and service. The staff were professional, kind and couldn’t do enough. Food was absolutely delicious. Would recommend. They also told us where to park on the phone right next to the restaurant for free which was super helpful. Thank you so much

I think the best lamb I have ever had. All of the food was top notch; wonderful flavours, fresh, perfectly cooked and nicely presented. Great service, clean and atmospheric restaurant.

The food is fantastic here, really enjoyed every part and it was delivered to us with a great service - Highly recommended!

Fantastic Turkish restaurant in Chesterfield. Great food great staff. Well worth a visit.

Charming and welcoming servers, lovely food. Gave us complimentary sides and, after, a Turkish pudding to share. Definitely something different, and a great atmosphere.

Stumbled across Divan whilst staying overnight in Chesterfield, very glad we did! The atmosphere was great, the service was attentive and friendly but not overbearing. Food was delicious and well presented. If we lived closer this would be a regular haunt. Thank you!

This was our second visit after finding it last year on our annual jaunt. Food is excellent and the lady owner makes you very welcome. The baklava was beautiful!

It’s a near miss! Pros - The bread selection at the restaurant was commendable, freshly baked options that were a delight to the palate. - Several menu items stood out for their flavor and quality, indicating that the kitchen has some strong offerings. Cons: - Unfortunately, the experience was marred by less-than-stellar service. The staff seemed disorganized and at times unprofessional. - There was an issue with billing accuracy, which is a basic expectation for any dining establishment. We were provided hand written bills and demanded cash. - The staff's demeanor came off as overly demanding, which can be uncomfortable for guests. - Additionally, the pricing felt exorbitant for the value received, making it difficult to justify a return visit. Final Verdict: While there are some culinary highlights, particularly the bread and select dishes, the negatives in service and pricing significantly detract from the overall experience. Diners looking for a seamless and welcoming experience might consider looking elsewhere. Also in most Turkish restaurants we visited, bread basket comes free as default.

Wonderful food, both the meat (tender and tasty) dishes and vegetarian dishes ordered. Ready for collection at given time. Welcoming friendly service. Good value for money.

It's a really great place. Friendly staff. Spotlessly clean and great food. We had a free bread basket with the meal and some dipping sauces. I had the Turkish pastrami rolls for a starter. I really could have had just a plate full of them for a main. Really crispy and delicious. The main was Lamb beyti. This was packed with flavour and also delicious! For dessert I had Baklava. This was the star of the food really tasty.

OK food. Only us in so no atmosphere

Food was great but the owner was amazing and absolutely friendly. Loved the bread basket serving and the main meal we had was delicious as well. Looking forward to my next visit!

Amazing food , great hospitality. We really enjoyed our girls night out and will definitely be returning

I loved the Divan in Chesterfield, very friendly staff and the food was great. I look for this restaurant first wherever I travel but unfortunately its only limited to a few branches in UK

Just been once again to the Divan, this time to celebrate my husband’s birthday. As always the food was superb the service was excellent and the staff were wonderful. Would highly recommend the Divan for a casual evening with friends or for something more special like a birthday dinner.

If you enjoy Turkish cuisine, you've got to go to the The Divan Restaurant! The staff are super friendly and make you feel right at home. The food is authentic and amazing! Plus, the cosy vibe makes it a great spot for a good meal with friends or family. I will definitely be returning.

This was our first but not our last visit to this restaurant for my wife's birthday. Lovely food, brilliant service and atmosphere. A complete enjoyable experience.

Was taken for my birthday treat. We had not been before and were delighted with everything. A fabulous place, with great food. A lovely welcoming atmosphere, lovely staff and good choice of food and drinks. We will return soon

The service was immaculate. The meat was dreamy and succulent. The atmosphere was good. Feel like it should've been busier on a Sunday night but lovely lighting and a great experience!

Simply amazing food and really fun and friendly staff.

Rude uncaring staff. Stingy portion we’ve been several times potatoes now mixed in with meat to bulk it out. 6 pieces of kebab meat for £19,95. I complained and waitress shrugged her shoulders and continued to argue with me Restaurant cold no atmosphere

Food second to none. Brilliant. A taste of turkey in Chesterfield.

Excellent food and service. Many thanks

First time at the Divan on New Years eve. We were blown away by the service and the quality of the food. The food is amazing, Everything we had was so tasty. Would definitely reccomend you try it out.

Amazing food, great service, I highly recommend. What a lovely independent restaurant!

It took me a year to finally find this good restaurant in Chesterfield, it has been recommended by a colleague at work, and I would happily say this’s the best restaurant recommendation of this year. Let me tell you why!! The moment I walked in Bisa has greeted me with a smile and kindness, and nicely asked me where would I like to sit. Then the journey of kindness and hospitality didn’t end until they I left. Honestly I felt like am having dinner at home and to be honest here is better because the one in the kitchen knows his way around food, and when I say he knows it! trust my words he does. I have tried turkish food all over the UK and by far the food here is the most authentic and delicious Turkish, they kinda took my joke away when friends ask me to recommend a good Turkish restaurant I tell them go to turkey 😅😅now am obligated to tell them about this good one. I won’t even bother you explaining the food just go and try it and if am wrong I will upload a humiliation picture of me and you decide the humiliation. So to sum this up, food is yummy, desserts are made by magic and the service is delightful. Kudos to the chef and his daughter Bisa. This’s what I call a good family business where the customers are treated just like family 👌🏼 See you soon when am again visiting Chesterfield.

First time I've been here, we took some friends and we all enjoyed it the food is very good and the staff are very helpful nothing is too much trouble will definitely be going again.

Amazing food & even better service, perfect restaurant

If you are looking for a clean, delicious and friendly place, you are at the right place.

Fantastic evening out as a family for the missus's birthday last week. Service was very friendly and attentive, and portions were very generous. The food was so good that we asked for a doggy bag, couldn't bear the thought of all that delicious food we couldn't finish going to waste! Will be going back soon :)

Nice place, perfect dinner for me and my family. Relaxing restaurant, staff very friendly, polite and welcoming.

If you are looking for an authentic Turkish dining experience then this restaurant is a must! We haven’t dined out in a while so our expectations were quite high and we were not disappointed.. the front of house were incredibly friendly and attentive .. the food was excellent.. main courses are quite large so be warned make sure you are hungry!! The Turkish bread with dips was a beautiful accompaniment to the meal .. excellent restaurant we will be back with the family!

Absolutely lovely food and service, the bread is amazing. 10/10

I feel bad for not reviewing this after each visit because we've been several times since it opened and it gets better every time. The staff are super friendly but the food is incredible. We often go for the Turkish sausage starter but their fresh bread with Turkish salsa and tzatziki is so good if you've got the appetite for it! The chicken and halloumi shish is my favourite. We've been given a complimentary rice pudding at the end a couple of times which has also been lovely. It's generally a quiet restaurant from our experience which makes for a refreshing change and a nice release after a busy day. Highly recommended!

Absolutely delicious, taste sensation. Meat melted in your mouth. Fantastic service. To top it all off a complimentary rice pudding (chefs speciality) which was amazing.

Amazing food and wonderful service, will definitely come again!

Food was lovely. Service very good nice and friendly quick service. Nice back ground music. It was very clean .toilet very good .

Staff and food amazing as always 👍

Excellent food, and friendly, authentic service from start to finish, would definitely recommend!

Excellent authentic food. Really friendly staff and a relaxing atmosphere.

had a great dinner with tasty food and very friendly service. we ordered the mixed kebap sharing plate with cold and hot mezzes and dessert.especially all the cold mezzes were amazing. I also highly recomment the barbequed chicken wings.

Family run restaurant. Food was amazing. Would definitely return here again x

Great food, incredibly friendly service. Would definitely recommend

Visited yhis restaurant a couple of times, the food is fantastic 👌 it's well worth a visit to sample the great food.

The food here is amazing and the staff are so friendly. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this restaurant at all. Lovely friendly and delicious!

Such a lovely clean family friendly atmosphere. The staff were so wonderful and friendly, and the food was just perfect, everything was nice and fresh and well cooked 👌 would definitely recommend this place to anyone who loves tasty Turkish food and good service :)

Totally delicious food 🥳 I would 100% recommend eating here. The Divan Special for 2 is well worth trying; I haven't had such good steak in ages. My only criticism is make sure you get your 15% discount when collecting, not 10% 😉 Given how good the food was we forgave you.

Been here as guests of honours and wow what an experience felt like royalty with the service. The food was out of this world amazing there really isn’t enough stars to rate this restaurant highly recommended

Bottled beer overpriced. Food great however.

What a find! The food here is incredible, the value for money is great and the staff are so friendly and attentive, the whole experience was lovely! If you get a chance to visit, it is well worth it!

What a lovely evening again. This place never fails, fantastic food, great service and great atmosphere. Would definitely recommend this place !

Lovely atmosphere with friendly helpful staff, will hopefully return.

Everything about this restaurant was fantastic. Immaculately clean. Service was so friendly and attentive. The food was incredible. I’m not a big fan of aubergine or lamb but it was part of a set menu for two and it was absolutely delicious. Meat was tender and each item was flavoured differently but subtly and complimented everything else on the platter. The lamb converted me, so tender and cooked to perfection. This will now be a regular for us. The best food I’ve ever had in chesterfield. Has to be tried or your missing out!! Just excellent. We went because a few people we know raved about how good the food was but I didn’t expect it to live up to the comments. It exceeded expectation. Can’t recommend enough. Looking forward to trying the takeaway now! We will be regulars to Divan.

I was in town for business for a few days and the restaurant in the hotel had little choice. Across the street is this cozy restaurant where I ate a few times during my stay. This Turkish restaurant has a large selection of authentic Turkish dishes and is run by a family, father, mother and daughter. The dishes are delicious, the service very friendly and the dishes price-wise very good in relation to the quality! Definitely come again if I get the chance.

Came back for a second visit. Food took a while to come but in a reassuring way as you know it's been cooked from scratch. Our lamb was cooked to perfection - so tender. Absolutely a cut above your bog standard Turkish restaurant. A real gem in Chesterfield.

Went as a family of 7 adults and one 3yr old. From the moment we walked in the service was second to none. The food was excellent with recommendations from our hostess as required. All in all a very enjoyable evening and would highly recommend 😀

Visited Chesterfield overnight and found the Divan by chance. Really pleased we went in, staff really friendly, food fantastic and freshly prepared, couldn't ask for any more

This restaurant is amazing ,great service ,staff , food was excellent, will definitely be back, visited for my daughters birthday, the owners are lovely.

Went to celebrate our 39th wedding anniversary. The staff were friendly and attentive and the food was amazing. We have been going on holiday to Turkey for many years and this is the real deal. Thank you for the bread! Would highly recommend the Divan!!

Brilliant food, great service. We had a fantastic night. I recommend the mixed shish of chicken and halloumi. Awesome. My partner had lambs liver and loved it. We would come again if we are in the area. The manager was so nice.

Great food! And fantastic service too! It was halal too which is a major plus! We were recommended this Turkish dessert called Firin Sutlac which was like a Turkish rice pudding and it was very nice! Would definitely come again

We had an amazing and delicious meal at the Divan yesterday. Aysha ‘s service was excellent . We had the mixed grill , the meat was cooked to perfection and seasoned subtly . The homemade Ayran was delicious

Really enjoyed this restaurant me and wife dined there last night staff are really nice, We were made very welcome by the staff meal was excellent would definitely eat there again well done to your team🥳🍸🥳😉

Just had a lovely meal. Couple of complimentary dips and a portion of complimentary rice pudding, very nice.

Always great service a nice smile from the staff lovely food. Brilliant.

Enjoyed a really lovely, fresh and tasty meal with friends. The staff were great and we would definitely return and recommend. Thanks.

Excellent food , excellent service, lovely atmosphere, slightly expensive , but worth it for a special occasion