The Best Restaurants in Old Tupton, Derbyshire, United Kingdom (2025)

What a lovely place to have my Birthday. Everyone was so generally friendly, from entering and to leaving. The atmosphere is brilliant with the Italian background music and the decor. The share starter for 2 outstanding ! So was the baked hooped pasta dish so filling, plus my family had the meatballs and spaghetti and ham pizza. Never felt rushed , and when they found out it's my birthday they brought an icecream with candle and sang to me!! Such lovely owners and amazing food.

A hidden little gem of a place ... We've driven past this place many a times on our way to town - not thinking much of it.. it's a shame we didn't try it sooner! Food: Fantastically tasty food, which was prompt and well presented. On the first visit, there was a substitute on my tagliatelle - but this is because it's all made fresh that day and we arrived one hour before closing. Tried a few different starters/sharing plates, both were beautiful and (as much as I know) tasted authentic. Each following visit has been equally beautiful food. Service: First time, we arrived an hour before closing (cause... Yolo and we were hungry) and they were still very welcoming and accommodating. We still weren't rushed to order out food, even with the time. Everyone was friendly, polite and helpful. On following visits, everyone has been beyond lovely on each visit ... Atmosphere: Decorated with little touches of Sicily - it has a nice ambience for the type of food and cuisine served. It can get a little loud, with the size of the room, but nothing to stop you visiting this beautiful little gem. Would definitely recommend and will continue to return.

First time there. Beautiful little place, incredibly friendly and amazing service. The food and wine was incredible. Thank you for making our anniversary special.

This is an absolute gem of a little restaurant. The antipasto starter is fantastic and the specials are changed regularly to fit with a theme. All of the food I have tried here is made with some true passion. Wine menu is great and very reasonably priced.

If You’re After Authentic Greek Food Locally, this is the best you’re gonna get! I’ve been to Greece and can say that this is very close. The Food is amazing, the atmosphere is great, super cozy and the staff are attentive and welcoming, always ready to help.

Went to Odyssey on Saturday 23/11/24 as a group of four for a special occasion. The food was great, it was fresh, tasty and plentiful. Very clean restaurant and facilities with a lovely atmosphere but above all the service was another level some of the best service I’ve ever experienced. A must visit if in Chesterfield we will be back

Probably one of the best restaurants to enjoy the Greek experience, the food is really nice, staff is friendly and attentive and the atmosphere is just amazing. Beautiful place.

Fantastic greek restaurant, as good as if you are eating in the country! Super friendly staff and a charming atmosphere, can't recommend enough.

Fantastic food and great front of house, resulted in a wonderful meal. We had 3 courses, with each being flawless - high quality ingredients, cooked and presented well! Highly recommend a visit, and will certainly be back soon. Save room for desert, the Crème brûlée was delicious.

Spent a wonderful valentines evening at the Old post and me and my husband were very impressed. The interior is lovely with a warm and cosy atmosphere. The staff were friendly and very helpful, very attentive but not intrusive. We had a really nice chat with our waitress who gave us lots of information and got us booked in for one of their tasting menu events which I'm really looking forward to. The food was beautiful! High quality and generous portion sizes. We got canapés, starters, sorbet, main, dessert and a lovely box of homemade baileys chocolates to take home. All absolutely delicious! Can't wait to visit again. Perfect for a special occasion or romantic date night.

Beautiful meal, great service from start to finish. We was treated like VIP guests. The meal was so delicious I’d come back to chesterfield, just to come back here, the chef needs a pay rise 😊 and we came from Birmingham, for the week and this place is a real gem, I highly recommend trying it

Attendance was for a wake. Lovely proper old pub feel (a rarely these days). Barman made a cracking cuppa.

Such an amazing pub, a wide range of beers and ales. Especially the Lilleys mango cider (my favourite). The landlord and landlady are so lovely and welcoming. If you want a dog friendly, great pub, good atmosphere and friendly staff who serve great beer then this is the place 👌 massive shout out to Jo and Rich for always making us welcome and making the pub great again.

We were in just after opening time, stunning pint of stout, place we've driven passed many times

Love our local pub. Great landlord and lady who know how to build loyalty in customers and keep them coming back. Last night they had a Jamaica food night. What a fantastic meal we had. I am of west Indian decent but born and bred in Nottingham. Both my parents came from Jamaica and I grew up eating predominantly West Indian food. I can honestly say that the food tonight was very authentic and i thoroughly enjoyed it as did my husband. Fantastic job and I hope to see you at the Tupton Tap again soon. Jackie an Mike.

Stopped in for lunch and was our first visit. Really lovely pub / restaurant. We are in the pub area but restaurant looked very nice. Great outdoor area as well which I get is great for a drink / meal in the summer. This place has a terrific atmosphere warm and welcoming. Staff are all helpful and friendly and food brought out promptly. They have a large range of drinks, lagers, ales and ciders and it was nice to try some thing different (IPA I hadn't had before). The menu is different with a lot of choice and while we only had lunch the food was fabulous as was the presentation. We will go back and try them one evening and would recommend a visit.

Second time visiting here, first time we couldn't fault it, food was spot on and service was good. This time we decided to try the pizza and garlic bread.....what to say....AMAZING....my wife and I had a pizza each and a garlic bread to share (little girl had kids battered chicken and chips). Food was delivered in good time, hot and presented nicely. We probably could have got away with one between us but where is the fun in that, both had a distinct taste and every ingredient was fresh. We had a cheese and chilli garlic bread, which I most definitely would recommend, I realise it's not a traditional choice but be brave and treat your taste buds. Atmosphere inside, added to by a quirky decor and warm feel was lovely. Inviting you to explore the menu and drinks on offer (which is vast). It can be busy but we chanced it each time and got a table in the bar area. Definitely recommend and will definitely be back. 18-02-25 - the chap working behind the bar around half two deserves a raise, he was very friendly and couldn't do more to help, entertained my young one and seemed to be doing everything as well as running the bar.

Loved this place! The Asian fusion menu is amazing. The portions and quality of food is great value for money. The atmosphere is warm and cosy and I love the touch of fur or cherry blossom aesthetics sprinkled around the place. Love it and would highly recommend. I'd also recommend booking a table in advance.

Have been recommended this by 3 separate people and decided the 30 min drive was worth finding out what the fuss was about. Decoration = beautifully rustic and charming Atmosphere = busy and bustling but still nice and friendly Service = friendly and efficient (didn't have to wait long) Food = AMAZING. Yakitori kebabs were unreal. Pizza was the best my daughter has EVER had. Chicken lollipops were tasty and made of proper pieces of chicken. Portions were great - couldn't have starters of desserts. Cost was well worth it for the quality of the food. Will definitely be coming back.

Our first visit to this lovely homely establishment. We walked in to find the place packed.. luckily we had booked a table but we assumed we would be waiting a while for food, drinks and service... how wrong we were. Service was fast and efficient, food came out quickly and we were not disappointed.. it was all absolutely delicious. Would highly recommend. Thank you !!! 😊

What a lovely country pub! We had tapas which were beautifully presented and full of flavour. Service was friendly and attentive. We couldn’t fault it. Very good value too, £58 for food and two drinks each. I wish I lived closer as the steak coming out looked pretty good.

Myself, my mum and my mother in law popped in to grab some food after collecting my wedding dress from a shop down the road - we had never been before but oh my what a find! Claire our waitress gave amazing service and was very helpful and in general just a lovely person to speak too. The food was amazing, credits to the chef! Drinks choice was excellent! If we lived closer, we’d be regulars that’s for sure.

The George had 5*review on Tripadvisor so we decided to pay a visit. We had a warm welcome, delicious starters and even more delicious main courses. Our four-legged family member also had a warm welcome. Highly recommended

I visited for Sunday brunch with my Mum and sisters for my sister's birthday. We were given a very warm, smiley, genuine welcome as soon as we arrived and although we hadn't booked we were taken straight to a table by one of the beautiful picture windows. Our waitress, Christie, introduced herself, took our drinks order , gave us our menus and gave us time to get settled. She also complimented my coat which was very thoughtful. I ordered the 'nojito' a mocktail with ginger, mint and lime which was absolutely delicious. Christie came back and took our food order, I had the small veggie breakfast and my family each had the small breakfast. Christie was happy to accommodate a change to the menu, I requested scrambled eggs instead of fried eggs. It was really nice to see a variety of options on the menu. As I'm veggie I have to choose the vegan option at some restaurants which is fine apart from the fact that I miss out on halloumi! At Bottle and Thyme they have both a veggie and a vegan option which was great. The food was beautifully cooked and well presented. My small veggie breakfast was a veggie sausage, vine tomatoes, scrambled eggs ( by request) on sourdough bread, delicious chestnut mushrooms, handmade rosti, spinach and beans. The beans were thoughtfully presented in a little pot. All parts of my breakfast were tasty and cooked to perfection. The food was light but filling and just the right amount. My family all enjoyed their breakfasts too. I had a pot of green tea afterwards, my Mum had a cappuccino and my sisters had iced coffee and lemonade. We didn't feel at all rushed to finish our drinks and although the restaurant was busy we felt comfortable to take time to enjoy our food. The space is exceptionally well planned. Very light and airy but still feels comfortable and welcoming. Sometimes window seats can be chilly but we were nice and warm even on a cold day. The team were all lovely and made sure we were comfortable and attended to for the duration of our stay. I would highly recommend Bottle and Thyme. We are already planning our next visit and looking forward to trying more of the menu and maybe some cocktails too ( it would be rude not to right?!) Huge Thanks to Christie and the team for making us feel welcome, we'll be back soon.

I went here today with my mum. The best quiche and slaw EVER. Crumbly pastry, tasty quiche, but the slaw was the best bit. Pomegranate, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, shredded cabbage and a zesty salad dressing. Yummy!! Fabulous service by everyone. Thank you so much! ❤️😀

We really enjoyed our meal at Bottle and Thyme. We had 7 small plates between 2 of us on a midweek deal - 3 plates for £18. Every plate was delicious and we were disappointed that we couldn’t manage to finish it all! Service was excellent too. Great quality and value for money

We booked the Bottle and Thyme for a party of 50+ people, to include a hot buffet. We were not disappointed! The quality of the food provided was outstanding, and plentiful, with plenty of choice for all tastes. The staff were excellent, and could not do enough to help, ensuring plates, cutlery and food was replenished as necessary, also ensuring there was someone serving at the bar. A couple of days later, 4 of us returned for breakfast where once again we experienced a first class service, no delays and delicious, well prepared and presented food. Personally, I recommend the large breakfast, but you will need an appetite to match! I would highly recommend the Bottle and Thyme, and will be returning.

Food was delicious! The burgers are really nice and chicken very tasty. Usually everywhere over cook mozzarella sticks, but these were perfect!!!!!! We would definitely order again. The delivery driver was really friendly and polite too, thanks!

God bless these man, because the food is so insanely good for value it’s a joke. Incredibly polite and friendly staff. Needed some munch after the England game (Jude Bellingham have my kids), and these guys quelled my hunger.😍

Second time we’ve had food from stfc and both times it’s been absolutely delicious. Both times we’ve had pieces of chicken and chips. The batter is crispy and really tasty, and chips are good too. Got great friendly service from nice staff there on the phone and when collecting the order too. Really great to see a new takeaway getting off the ground this side of clay cross will definitely be coming back again.

Likely one of the best plant-based burgers I have ever had. Pub atmosphere with fantastic food. Go asap.

10/10 Sunday Roast. Generous portions of everything - full meat selection (and can combine!), flawless Yorkshire puddings, delicious stuffing, perfect gravy and plenty of sauces. Classic done right!

Amazing food and a good choice on the menu. Wednesday pie night is brilliant but you need a big appetite! Lovely staff and a warm atmosphere.

Went for Sunday lunch. I've been meaning to try it out and wasn't disappointed. I had the beef cheeks (special of the day) which were melt in the mouth. The portions are very generous with a separate boat of gravy to go with the mushroom and ale sauce it came with. The service was top notch and the beer (Thornbridge Jaipur) was just the right pint to go with the meal. My partner had the turkey roast with a glass of red which she really enjoyed. We will visit again. Can't recommend highly enough. I'd suggest phoning in advance since we had the choice of getting there in 10 or waiting until after 3 to eat.

A superb place. There were ten of us at dinner and we were all effusive in our praise for the food and the service. The rooms were well-appointed, the beds comfy, the views delightful. Breakfast portions were generous, quickly-served and of high quality. The service was particularly attentive. On selecting the full breakfast without the meat items, I was asked by the waiter (whose name I neglected to ask) whether I was vegetarian, and she asked if I'd prefer veggie sausages instead, which was kind. Great coffee too. I will be staying here again when I have an excuse.

This is a gem of a place… superbly designed and decorated inside, with good quality food and super friendly staff. We’ve been several times over the last few years, this time for a family lunch and it couldn’t have been better. Quality, well priced food (pie highly recommended!), lovely service, nothing rushed… highly recommended.

We have been staying locally at the Cherry Tree Holiday Cottage and have stopped in many times for something to eat or drink in between Exploring the Peak District. We have been very happy with the service and the quality of the food. When we come back up this way we will be sure to stop in again! Us as well as our dog have been made to feel more than welcome by the staff!

We only live 5 minutes away, but decided to book a suite for the night with breakfast the following morning. The hotel reception looks fantastic and the staff are welcoming and professional. The rooms are amazing, very spacious, and come with a duck quack alarm clock from the small lake outside the balcony window. We had an evening meal and breakfast in the restaurant. Both were exception as always, and the staff are a credit to the business. The open fire in the bar area really does set the tone for this place.