Where To Eat

The Coffee Bar at The Assembly Rooms

Coffee cup

There is a Coffee Bar is located on Level 2 of the Assembly Rooms, in the Great Hall Foyer.

Ideally situated for any shows taking place in the Great Hall, it is open before every show and also during the interval.

The Coffee Bar serves a variety of hot drinks from speciality coffees to herbal/fruit teas. It is always well stocked with cold drinks, from a variety of fizzy drinks, to Ribena & milkshakes for the younger patrons.

There is a large range of confectionery & snacks, including more healthy options.

There is a coffee bar located on the upper landing at The Guildhall Theatre, serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams and snacks before and during every show.

Bars at The Assembly Rooms

Eurest Catering runs three fully licensed bars within the Assembly Rooms. Interval drinks may be ordered at the bar prior to performances for collection at the interval.

The Concourse Bar is located on level 2 in the Great Hall Foyer, the Balcony Bar is also open for shows in the Great Hall.

The Darwin Bar is open for functions in the Darwin Suite.

The Guildhall Theatre Bar is open before, during and after performances at The Guildhall.

Pre-show Dining at the Assembly Rooms

Steak and mash

Pre-show Dining is an exclusive facility for selected Great Hall shows at the Assembly Rooms and is held in the 45 Suite, with diners taking their seats in the restaurant an hour and a half before the show begins. The pre-show dining icon throughout our brochure denotes the shows where this service is available. Derby LIVE Box Office staff can also provide you with this information.

You can pre-order a two course meal from a set menu costing just £9.95, complementing your meal with a selection of reasonably priced wines from around the world. Pre-booked interval drinks can also be served at your table.

Pre-Show Dining is bookable through Derby LIVE Box Office, in advance, along with or after you have bought your ticket. A minimum of 4 days notice is required and early bookings are advisable to avoid disappointment.

For more information, to request the latest menu & order form and make a reservation, please call the box office on 01332 255800 or email boxoffice@derby.gov.uk You can also download pre-show dining menupdf icon and order formpdf icon here.

Pre-show Dining is bookable through the Box Office in advance once patrons have purchased their show tickets.

Pre-show Dining cannot be booked online.

Large parties are welcome, with exclusive use of the Restaurant available, at no additional charge, upon request, for parties of 30 or more. Please contact the Derby LIVE Box Office well in advance.

Christmas Carvery Buffet & Party Nights

only £29.95

Our available dates are:-

Fri 4th Dec

Sat 5th Dec

Fri 11th Dec

Book now to avoid disappointment.

  • Sparkling wine reception - start your party off with a glass of bubbly!
  • Selection of carved quality meats or vegetarian mediterranean tarte
  • New or roast potatoes and a selection of fresh seasonal vegetables
  • Yorkshire pudding, sage & onion stuffing, sausage & bacon roll & seasonal gravy
  • Selection of sensational desserts including a chocolate fountain
  • Festive Crackers & Party Poppers, Disco and Late Bar & Private Cloakroom also included.

Minimum booking of 10 persons.

For more information please contact Heather Errington on 01332 255443 for more details.

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