Better Together Café is a welcoming community café located inside Derby’s Council House on Corporation Street. Run by learners from Derby Adult Learning as part of their hospitality and catering training, it’s a place where good food and good company come together.
Open Monday to Friday during term time, the café serves drinks, snacks, and freshly prepared lunches at great value — with popular meal deals including a main course, pudding, and drink for just £6. The menu changes regularly and often features international dishes inspired by the learners’ own backgrounds, bringing authentic flavours from around the world to Derby.
More than just a café, Better Together is a warm, inclusive space where everyone is welcome. It also serves as a Warm Welcome Hub, offering a friendly environment where you can relax, meet others, and discover local support and opportunities.
Visitors love the bright, airy setting, the friendly service from learners gaining hands-on experience, and the excellent value for money. Whether you’re stopping by for lunch, a hot drink, or a chat, Better Together Café truly lives up to its name.