Aumento Derby

You'll find Aumento tucked away on Green Lane, in that stretch where Derby's food scene is quietly getting better. It's the kind of place that doesn't shout about itself—no flashy frontage or Instagram gimmicks—but locals have clearly worked it out. The room feels warm and unpretentious, the sort of spot where they're genuinely pleased to see you rather than just processing covers. Everything points to proper Italian done without fuss: wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta, the basics executed well. With nearly 20 reviews sitting at 4.8 stars, people aren't exaggerating for fun.