Restaurant Zest
16D George Street, Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1EH
An old George Street stables building has been converted into a restaurant called Zest; which like its name suggests, exudes loads of passion and enthusiasm. The relaxed little eating place retains much of its beautiful original character, but with a fresh and very welcoming mood. By creating British and modern European menus that change with the seasons, the chef and his team make the most of the area's best seasonal produce. To give you a good idea of what is offered consider starters of prawns with honeydew melon, lime, and avocado, or yoghurt-marinated chicken kebab with smoked paprika. Main courses embrace a Korean marinated salmon fillet accompanied by bok choy and mushrooms, and roasted duck breast with truffle polenta and loganberry sauce.An old George Street stables building has been converted into a restaurant called Zest; which like its name suggests, exudes loads of passion and enthusiasm. The relaxed little eating place retains much of its beautiful original character, but with a fresh and very welcoming mood.
By creating British and modern European menus that change with the seasons, the chef and his team make the most of the area's best seasonal produce. To give you a good idea of what is offered consider starters of prawns with honeydew melon, lime, and avocado, or yoghurt-marinated chicken kebab with smoked paprika.
Main courses embrace a Korean marinated salmon fillet accompanied by bok choy and mushrooms, and roasted duck breast with truffle polenta and loganberry sauce. With a gooseberry tart or mixed berry trifle and whipped cream, the puddings might come last but they are in no way the least.
The wine list features carefully selected numbers from some of the world's finest estates.
Modern British, Modern European
: 12:00 - 15:00 (last orders 14:00) 18:00 - 24:00 (last orders 22:00)
Reservations: 01332 381101
16D George Street, Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1EH [Map]
£14.00 £31.00
£9.95 (2 courses) to £11.95 (3 courses)
£15.95 (2 courses) to £17.95 (3 courses), pre 7 pm
(Avg Price is the average cost per person for two courses, coffee, half a bottle of house wine and tip/service)
REVIEWS OF Restaurant Zest
Teresa G (20 April 2008)
This is my favourite restaurant in Derby where the food is always fabulous and tasty. It’s pricey but worth it.
Angela D (1 May 2007)
What a great and unexpected find down a back street in Derby! Small, modern restaurant made more intimate by the red walls. We sat downstairs. There is also a balcony level. Steak was superb as was the rest of the food. Staff were hard working and professional and we all had a great time. Not cheap, but I will be back soon.
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More Info for Restaurant Zest
Children welcome
Air condition
Reservations
Groups allowed
Outside seating
Cover charge
£12.95
£12.95
Not included, 10% for 10 or more
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