Fat Cat Derby Bar & Kitchen

You're walking down Friar Gate and you find yourself at Fat Cat—the kind of place that doesn't need to shout about itself. It's straightforward British restaurant done properly, the sort of spot where locals actually eat rather than somewhere trying too hard to be Instagram-friendly. The kitchen clearly knows what it's doing with classic dishes, and at ££ you're getting decent value for the quality. It's the sort of neighbourhood restaurant Derby needed, sitting confidently amongst the city centre's better offerings without any of the pretence.