Thinking of heading out for breakfast in Derby but not sure of the best place to go? We research the best cafes and restaurants serving breakfast in and around Derby.
We’ve looked at customer service, the breakfast menu – including the Full English breakfast and quality of food amongst many other factors.
We love enjoying a good breakfast and are happy to pass on our recommendations for the Best Breakfast in Derby.
The Best Breakfast Derby has to offer
ALWAYS check details with venues direct by clicking the blue links before heading out, especially opening hours and booking details. Information can change.
The Apple Tree Gift Shop and Teahouse
6 Flood St, Ockbrook, Derby DE72 3RF
This is an absolute delight of a place – A quintessentially British teahouse with a fabulous all day breakfast and brunch menu, that just so happens to be award winning too.
We loved the menu here – Not enough places offer a Continental board (choose between a sweet or savoury croissant filling). French toast, breakfast burrito and a delicious Full Monty Cob are just a few of your other choices.
Great customer service where the staff are willing to amend your order. The cosy barn is perfect for winter’s mornings and the courtyard a lovely addition for summer days.
Take away service available. Vegetarian options available too.
Open 5 days per week (Closed Tuesday and Wednesday) from 9.30am.
Visit The Apple Tree Website for more details.
The Little Kitchen
156 Alfreton Rd, Little Eaton, Derby DE21 5DE
This is such a popular quaint little breakfast cafe in the Little Eaton area of Derby. Priding themselves on good quality food and top class service, customer say they won’t go anywhere else.
A wide varied breakfast menu for all tastes – The Lean Breakfast Stacker is great for customers looking for a healthier breakfast option. Little plates are available for those with a smaller appetite or you could go straight for the large Full English breakfast which comes highly recommended.
With seasonal menu option available for afternoon tea and special occasions, this is a treat not to miss.
Outdoor seating available. Vegan, vegetarian and Gluten Free menu options available.
Open 7 days a week from 8am.
Visit The Little Kitchen website for full details of their breakfast menu.
The Kitchen
47 Sadler Gate, Derby DE1 3NQ
With menu choices for everyone and plenty of optional extras to add if you choose, you are sure to find something to start your day at The Kitchen.
Service is warm, welcoming and generous in this relaxed breakfast environment. Perfect for your chilled out weekend breakfast treat.
Open 5 days per week from 9am Friday & Saturday, 10am Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday (Closed Mon & Tues)
Visit The Kitchen Facebook page for full menu details and current opening hours.
Seven Restaurant
Wheelwright Way, Derby DE24 8SQ
This is the place to go if you are celebrating a special occasion- You can even combine your breakfast with one of Seven restaurant’s signature cocktails! For an extra special weekend breakfast, why not indulge in bottomless drinks for 90 minutes with your breakfast.
A statement restaurant, you come here for the experience – Food and community is at the heart of everything they do.
Seven restaurants food is simply stunning – Their Breakfast Bun is elevated with country sausage, streaky bacon, fried egg, cheese & brioche bun. For something a bit different, you could go for Nduja Butterbeans on Sourdough.
Staff are attentive, professional and friendly in beautiful surroundings and prices very reasonable for such a special place.
Open 7 days a week from 8am (9am weekends)
Visit Seven Restaurant’s website for full menu details.
Damsons Coffee House
2 Rectory Ln, Breadsall, Derby DE21 5LL
Damsons cater for allergies and dietary requirements.
The service from staff is exceptional – polite and attentive. The actual coffee house spotlessly clean.
The menu has all the usual favourites from a huge Full English Breakfast to Pancake options and of course, Smashed Avocado on Toast. Portions are generous.
Open 5 days per week from 8.30am, 9am Saturday. (Closed Sunday & Monday).
Visit the Damsons Coffee House website for more information.
The Wayfarer Cafe
324-326 Osmaston Rd, Allenton, Derby DE24 8AF
A lovely cosy cafe that is so popular with locals. Newly renovated, this family run cafe is brilliant for both eat in and takeaway.
The Big English breakfast is legendary -This is a no nonsense cafe where people return and let the high quality food speak for itself.
Open 6 days per week from 7am (Closed Sundays)
Visit The Wayfarer Cafe Facebook page for more information
Binary Bar & Restaurant
Limes Ave, Mickleover, Derby DE3 0GR
A new, contemporary venue in the Mickleover area of Derby.
Breakfast is quickly becoming one of Binary’s selling points with good reviews flooding in.
The breakfast menu at the Binary is HUGE! There are several options for lighter meals and every combination of egg choices you can think of. Breakfast sandwiches have several combinations to choose from too.
Open for breakfast 5 days per week from 9am (Closed Monday & Tuesday)
Visit the Binary Bar and Restaurant website for more details.
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Helen is now passionate about finding the best breakfast venues and recipes, after many years of skipping the most important meal of the day. She has been a food writer for over 15 years and is constantly thinking about the next meal.
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Love the idea of an all day breakfast and brunch menu – certainly helps if you are running late! A great guide to where to grab breakfast in Derby – I just need to remember that a cob is a muffin! 😉 Sim x