A Derby commercial property agent is celebrating the re-letting of premises that were formerly home to a multi award-winning restaurant.
At the start of this year, the unit in Friar Gate became empty after Terroir Bistro suddenly closed.
At the time, the business, which was named Restaurant of the Year at the Derby Food and Drink Awards in 2017 and 2018, said it could not attract enough diners.
Now, property agents David Brown Commercial has successfully re-let the premises to a new independent restaurant business called The Dining Room.
Head chef Simon Bates has 19 years’ experience and, together with his wife Claire, has put together a menu comprising classically contemporary dishes, focusing on the best of local and regional produce.
David Brown, director at David Brown Commercial, who secured the deal on behalf of Morgan Industrial Properties, said: “We’re delighted to complete this letting to Simon and wish him and Claire every success.
“Friar Gate is the established leisure circuit in Derby city centre and is where national and independent bars and restaurants cluster.
“The area is characterised by a number of fine period buildings which provide characterful space for food and beverage users.”
Mr Bates said: “We were eager to find an opportunity to secure premises in the city’s entertainment district that are perfect for the delivery of our vision and 121 Friar Gate is ideal.
“We offer a warm welcome to all customers – familiar and new – to come and experience The Dining Room.”
