The Peacock in Amber Valley

Firstly, the quality of the food was outstanding, the complexity of the dishes for the money paid demonstrated very good value.The disappointment however was that we were unable to order the tasting menu. We were informed that due to how busy it was, a-la-carte would be the only option. Tasting menu dining would need to have been pre-booked.I have never had this stipulation before and I would expect the opportunity to read the menus before making this choice on the day. The messaging when making the online booking was not clear around this requirement either.We had a very nice dining experience, but I feel compelled to drop two stars due to this service issue.

A celebration in a private dining room for an 18th birthday celebration. Everything was excellent, the food and wine superb and enjoyed by everyone. Would thoroughly recommend the Peacock.

Always love this country house hotel/pub. Particularly enjoy a leisurely lunch in the bar. Bar menu small and tasty!

Lovely hotel. Staff very helpful and friendly. Food exceptional.

Fab birthday lunch. We enjoyed the three course set menu

Cancelled my partner’s birthday dinner reservation that we had for weeks on the day due to staffing shortages. Presumably you would have known about these before the actual date. Had to scramble to find any other reservation. Exceptionally poor communication.

Service average. Atmosphere stuffy! Steak was the worst with 50% of fat. Did mention it but completely disregarded by the waiting and reception staff. Have visited before but won't be revisiting again. It was a very disappointing anniversary dinner.

Main meal was passable but didn’t justify the price. The sweets, although given fancy titles were poor. The chocolate chambaux was just heavy fudge cake and the cold rhubarb and rice contained rock hard lumps in it. Not good. Won’t be going again.

We have been here many times over the years, mostly staying in one of their special rooms, but always eating in the restaurant. Everything about it is excellent. The atmosphere of the whole building and its gardens is so evocative of centuries gone by. And I havent even mentioned the food quality. It is really good. Great quality, interesting menu, served with care. All without pomposity.You might say we like the Peacock.

Went for a surprise valentines dinner, food and service was amazing. Lovely setting, tucked away in the countryside. Really nice blend of traditional country dining with silver service fine dining. Valentines menu was a tad expensive at £75pp but overall this was one of the best restaurants I've been to.