The best restaurants serving British food in East Midlands

Doddington House itself was under refurbishment, but that didn't matter. Not sure where the Afternoon Tea is happening normally (as the tea-room parking was opposite the house (other side of the road) , but the entrance was not in the house. A more recent building at the side, where the farm shop, café and their parking are located. No problem. We were welcomed friendly and guided to our table. A pleasant atmosphere, with a simple, but nice decoration. Enough space regarding Covid measures. When entering we were asked if any diets had to be taken into consideration. And yes, 1 of us is vegetarian. So a Vegetarian menu was added. We were offered some time to have a look at the menu. It mentioned several AT-menu's (bread, cakes and scone, with tea or coffee. For the vegetarian one, humus was used (in stead of meat). Everything was served shortly after ordering, together with a big pot of fresh tea. We opted for the traditional Afternoon Tea Menu's. A lot of food, good food. The ladies asked a few times, in a friendly, not imposing way, if everything was OK and if we wanted another pot of tea, when assuming it was getting empty. We, appreciated very much. We will surely return. As mentioned thee was a lot of good food, the scones were really nice, with cream and jam. And we were offered a box to take left-overs home. Thank you very much. A nice experience.

We visited in the first week of opening so there was still a sense of things settling down but our tuna mayo rolls and cakes were delicious and there is a very good gluten free offer. Mrs B has a clear vision of what she wants to create, a modern take on a traditional tea room good food catering for all tastes and needs at the heart of it. Good luck to her

Small, no frills, friendly cafe in the centre of Ripley. Cheap eats galore all served quickly and efficiently. We had a fried egg roll and a chip butty - both really good. And we just had to have 'lunch pudding' (my husbands term!) - its never too early for sponge pudding and custard!? Well worth a visit. You won't leave hungry!

Very cosy and welcoming lounge, comfortable inside seating with some outside seating to the front next to the road and in the alley. I went for a coffee and piece of cake, the lounge is an ongoing project at the moment (toilet refurbishment).

Situated on one of the main roads into Derby if you blink you will miss it. More of a takeaway cafe but there is very limited seating inside and a bench outside with parking at the rear. This little cafe stocks Project D doughnuts but get there early as they seem to sell out quickly.

Usual Greggs items for purchase, quick service from the staff, I can imagine this outlet on a match day would be very busy with customers.

Great pub with lovely beer garden and great interior. Always friendly staff whether you're there for a quiet drink, a few more or some food. Doesn't disappoint. Slightly more limited on the spirit options so if you're really into your vodkas gins etc it might not have quite what you're after but very solid nonetheless.

(Not enough tables outside front) but has garden at back . Very Very popular at weekends Busy but busy means good Excellent location not far from Hardwick Hall Very good food decore and amenities Limited seating outside Plenty of tables inside! Good carpark plus can park at back and side plus the road ! (Dont reverse into the light post in middle of carpark ) Very Busy road ! (But can park easy) NICE ATMOSPHERE EVERY TIME YOU VISIT ! (Sundays can be super busy booking VERY good idea enjoy) No dress code relaxed kind of venue Walkers plus dog walkers,🐭 cyclists, motorbikers scooters horse riders also (outside) Big enough for a party also ! Riders,welcome 😊 all info up to date PLEASE DON'T BLOCK PEOPLE'S DRIVES.☺

The sweet was not bad, and the staff were very nice and friendly, which made the experience enjoyable.

On entering this quant restaurant immediately, you feel welcome . The staff are so friendly. I had the duck for my main, and it was absolutely superb. This place obviously has amazing kitchen staff who deliver excellent dishes.

An out of the way pub, with fantastic staff and a great atmosphere. And the food is delicious. Locals are a good laugh and very welcoming, too, A++

Lovely venue, great service and a very tasty meal, thank you

Great village pub with super menu, quality food and friendly staff. Defo recommended, Sunday lunch is brilliant.

Great pub/venue. Often, have live acts on at night at weekends. Didn't have any food, but what other people had looked and smelled amazing. Definitely need to try some next time I'm in there. Staff are friendly. Drinks are a bit more expensive than the wetherspoons across the road, but wetherspoons are barely beaten for price, are they? Definitely be back again.

What a pleasant change to go into a pub and not be met with neon lights, loud background music and the usual modern refit. This is a traditional country pub, with lit open fire, oak walls and a decor that reminded me of how pubs used to be. The welcome was warm, both by the staff and a couple of obvious regulars at the bar and we took our seats in the bar area seating (there is a restaurant area as well). I ordered sausage & mash and my partner the steak and ale pie. Both hot, tasty and homemade in its style and large helpings. We both also had puddings, apple crumble and sticky toffee between us and both dishes with lots of lovely custard. With 2 drinks, total bill was just over £40. Great value. Good honest and hot pub lunch and a good price. Well done all. We will be back