Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.4 out of 5
Good | 294 reviews

What Margaret M likes about Opulence:
The menu at this restaurant is truly innovative with dishes that are expertly prepared and beautifully plated in a charming atmosphere. Our server was extremely attentive and we cannot wait to dine here again. View all feedback. What Stephen G doesn't like about Opulence:
Went for dinner last night. The restaurant...and the hotel...is a shadow of its former self with skeleton staff and the staff who did attend were the dedicated few. Basically, this place is being run down by its owner which is a crying shame as it has a wonderful history and is in a prime location in historic Derby city centre. A real disappointment. Hope it can be turned around. Well done to Gemma and Tyrone who wer... View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
3.4 ★ from 151 reviews
johnrF7108KP
14.11.2023 - 07:15

We stopped for a snack and found this well established old firm of Birds do a great cake and cuppa. Friendly staff too.

DavidJohnBell
14.11.2023 - 07:15

Stark hall, pub food, no wine list, untrained (though friendly) staff. It seems that the Michelin listing claimed on the website is long gone.

Stephen
14.11.2023 - 07:15

Went for dinner last night. The restaurant...and the hotel...is a shadow of its former self with skeleton staff and the staff who did attend were the dedicated...

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stuf2014
14.11.2023 - 07:15

Went here for an evening meal as we were staying in the hotel. The room has the potential to be lovely but it falls well short. Double height ceilings, beautifu...

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margaret
14.11.2023 - 07:15

We stayed at the hotel and had a superb evening meal there. We chose from the three course set menu and the choices were very good. Everything was cooked to per...

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The restaurant experience in historic Derby has garnered mixed reviews, with many patrons expressing disappointment. Despite the venue's charming architecture and prime location, it suffers from inattentive service, lukewarm food, and a lack of atmosphere exacerbated by harsh lighting. While some guests appreciated attentive staff and innovative dishes, others encountered poorly executed meals and unprofessional management. The breakfast buffet disappointed with cold, stale items, and hopeful diners lamented the restaurant’s decline from its once-storied reputation. There remains an underlying hope that this establishment can reclaim its former glory amid the negatives that currently overshadow it.

Gastroranking-uk
3.5 ★ from 143 reviews

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