Stones Restaurant Matlock

4.9

2742 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

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2 people

Mar 7, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 11 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Tucked away in the heart of former spa town Matlock, Stones is a cosy restaurant serving modern British cuisine. The restaurant’s interior is smart and intimate while the kitchen marries British produce with recipes inspired by international cuisine. Don’t be fooled by the apparent simplicity of the seasonal lunch and dinner menus, every dish demonstrates the culinary imagination, technique and flair of the vibrant kitchen team, led by head chef Kevin Stone. The additional tasting menu offers eight courses partnered with a carefully selected optional flight of wine. Catering for all dietary requirements, Stones offer distinct vegetarian and GF menu. Diners can enjoy views overlooking the coursing waters of the River Derwent. Discreet, informed service with an informal approach, allowing the food to take centre stage, Stones is one of the finest dining experiences in the area, carrying two AA rosettes for culinary excellence. ***Visit www.stones-restaurant.co.uk for up to date menus.***

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Location
1c Dale Road, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3LT
Phone number
01629 56061
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Nearest car park situated at Matlock train station (Pay and Display). 2 minutes walk away
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Kevin Stone

Mango Semifreddo
caramelised pineapple - lime crumble - cheesecake ice cream
Selection of British Cheeses (£5 supp.)
quince jelly - dehydrated malt loaf - crackers - homemade chutney - celery salted butter
Chocolate And Salted Caramel Ganache
spiced orange gel - white chocolate ice cream
Add a Cheese Board to Share£10.50
lincolnshire poacher – rosary goats cheese with ash – baron bigod brie – wakebridge white – Derwent white – Derwent blue – assorted crackers – homemade chutney – celery salted butter
Recommended: Niepoort Vintage 1997 I Douro - Portugal£8.00

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Energetic

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Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambience
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Best Value
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Good for business meals
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Healthy
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Neighbourhood gem
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Great for fine wines
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Romantic
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Great for scenic views
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Good for special occasions
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Vegetarian-friendly
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Stones Restaurant in Matlock offers an exceptional dining experience, featuring "fabulous food" and "excellent service" that consistently delights guests. The tasting menu is a standout, providing a "wonderful dining experience" with creative and perfectly prepared dishes. Staff are "attentive and polite," further enhancing the inviting atmosphere ideal for special occasions.

2,742 Reviews

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David
Derbyshire
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The new menu was a good use of local and seasonal foods. The lamb mains was excellent and desserts were outstanding.
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Stuart
Derbyshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and service as always. Highly recommend
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Sally
Derbyshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food , served in a lovely relaxed atmosphere by very friendly staff
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Edward
Derbyshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hands down the best food and service we’ve ever had in a restaurant. The staff were really friendly, drinks and food were amazing. Amazing night.
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Sally
Derbyshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a fantastic night celebrating our friends 50th birthday. Food was excellent and staff were warm and welcoming .
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Alison
Yorkshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant, warm. Service exceptional. A dining experience rather than just a meal.
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Martin
Derbyshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and delicious food. Highly recommended. Portion sizes were perfect.
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Irene
Derbyshire
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a delight . Service with a smile. Meat and fish perfectly cooked.
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Stephanie
Yorkshire
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Really nice tasting menu with pairing wines. Desserts are definitely a highlight! Came on a Thursday so it was quite quiet but the service was fantastic, servers were attentive and the kitchen made adjustments to a course as requested. Expensive but worth it for a special occasion (we came for a 30th birthday).
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Gillian
Derbyshire
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A meal for a special occasion and overall enjoyable. The caopes and petit fours were excellent. The amuse bouche not as expected from the description and oily. Starters, scallops and chicken beautifully cooked. Mains, hake, delicious and Duck, very rich, both would have benefited from more vegetables for balance. Overall, good but very expensive.
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Stones Restaurant Matlock is rated 4.9 stars by 2742 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Mar 7, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 11 times today

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1c Dale Road, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3LT

Additional information

Phone number
01629 56061
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Nearest car park situated at Matlock train station (Pay and Display). 2 minutes walk away
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Kevin Stone

Stones Restaurant Matlock

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Additional information

Menu

Starters

Beef Tartar

Seared Tuna Loin

Poached Celeriac

Mains

Poached & Roasted Chicken Breast

Lamb Rump & Pressed Shoulder

Grilled Fillet of Hake

Desserts

Mango Semifreddo

Selection of British Cheeses (£5 supp.)

Chocolate And Salted Caramel Ganache

Add a Cheese Board to Share£10.50

Recommended: Niepoort Vintage 1997 I Douro - Portugal£8.00

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