1C Dale Rd, Matlock, DE4 3LT
Harden's survey result
Summary
“Holds its own amongst all the surrounding high-end restaurants” – Kevin Stone and his family’s local fixture occupies a pleasant, light-filled conservatory and in summer there’s a terrace overlooking the River Derwent. Reports suggest it’s “always a pleasure to eat there” – not everything is perfect but “the food is really good and competitive prices add to its good value”.
Summary
“A lovely restaurant by the River Derwent serving well-executed food at good prices”, run by head chef Kevin Stone, wife Jade and sister Katie Temple. Perhaps not as foodie as some nearby rivals, but “for the quality and the friendly and efficient front of house, the place takes some beating”. “In warm weather try to get a table on the terrace overlooking the water”.
Summary
Kevin Stone (the chef), wife Jade and sister Katie Temple provide “very good cooking and service” at this converted pub, whose glazed dining room, opening onto an outside terrace, makes the most of its “lovely setting” overlooking the River Derwent. Despite the heritage of the building, the menu – with a tasting option – is restaurant-style fare, not pub grub.
Summary
“A treat of a place, both in terms of tastes and in terms of being looked after” – Kevin Stone’s converted pub sits overlooking the River Derwent and is often noted for its “good value”: be it from its à la carte or tasting menu.
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Owner's description
Tucked away in the heart of Matlock, Stones is a cosy, eclectic restaurant pairing stylish, welcoming surroundings with a superb modern British menu. It's run by head chef Kevin Stone alongside his wife Jade and sister Katie Temple.
Our philosophy is simple: a fantastic dining experience in a relaxed setting. Popular with couples, locals and visitors alike, the dining room is a perfect spot for a romantic, family or business meal. There's also a beautiful riverside terrace — the ideal place to relax and unwind over a glass from our extensive wine list.
We offer set menus at lunch and dinner alongside a Tasting Menu, plus a bespoke vegetarian offering. Our menus change regularly to showcase the very best seasonal and local produce.
Join us for lunch (12–1.30, Wednesday to Saturday) or dinner (6.30–8.30, Tuesday to Saturday). Fridays and Saturdays get particularly busy, so we'd recommend booking ahead.
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £43.00 | £48.50 |  |
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| Dinner | £52.00 | £57.00 | |
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| Cost | Availability | Courses | |
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| Menu1 | 59.00 | Lunch only | 5 |
| Menu2 | 49.00 | Dinner only | 8 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £5.10 |
| Extras |
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| Service | 10.00% |
