An acclaimed modern British restaurant in Derby’s restored 130-year-old Derbyshire Royal Infirmary building, offering seasonal cooking, attentive service and private dining.
The Pepperpot is a modern British restaurant in Derby’s Nightingale Quarter, set within the beautifully restored 130-year-old Derbyshire Royal Infirmary building on London Road. It holds Two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence (2025/2026), was named Restaurant of the Year 2025 and won the Innovation Award at the 2024 Marketing Derby Food & Drink Awards.
Led by Head Chef Dan Fincher, a member of The Master Chefs of Great Britain, the restaurant serves a creative menu built around seasonal produce. Its contemporary approach is matched by warm, attentive hospitality, while the historic setting adds character to the experience. Private dining is also available for celebrations, corporate events and more intimate gatherings.