The Pepperpot

The Pepperpot is an award-winning, independent restaurant and bar in the heart of Derby, known for exceptional food, standout hospitality and a vibrant city-centre atmosphere.

We operate within the hospitality and food & beverage industry, offering chef-led dining alongside a carefully curated drinks selection, including cocktails, wines, premium spirits and craft beers. Our kitchen is led by Head Chef Dan Fincher, a proud member of the Master Chefs of Great Britain, whose passion for seasonal ingredients and high standards has helped establish The Pepperpot as one of Derby’s leading dining destinations.

Our commitment to quality and innovation has been recognised through major accolades, including Two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, the Marketing Derby Award for Innovation (2024), and Marketing Derby Restaurant of the Year (2025). We’re also proud to have been featured in The Observer, further cementing our reputation beyond the city.

In addition to our main restaurant and bar, we offer a purpose-built Private Dining and Corporate Boardroom space, ideal for business meetings, client hosting, celebrations and events.

Our customers include local residents, city-centre professionals, corporate guests, and visitors to Derby, as well as diners celebrating special occasions and people looking for a consistently high-quality food and drink experience.

Marketing Derby has created a platform that genuinely champions local success, innovation and growth. The scheme brings together businesses that are proud of the city and committed to raising its profile regionally and nationally. For us, it is about being part of something bigger, contributing to Derby’s story while continuing to invest in excellence within our own business.