A bar in a pub with wood flooring, colorful lighting, and a decorative wall mural at Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen.
A pub dining room with dark wood tables, tufted banquette seating, pendant lighting, and geometric wall accents at Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen.
A dining room with tufted banquette seating, orange chairs, and wall shelves decorated with orange flowers at Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen.
An upstairs bar with a curved leather banquette, pendant lighting, and floor-to-ceiling city windows at Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen.

Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen

Pub

9 Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1BU –
Derby City Centre
From £50
hire fee
Up to 30
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking available
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Spaces for hire at Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen

Upstairs Private Bar at Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen
Upstairs Private Bar
Bar
·
Private space
30 seats
150 standing
Upstairs Private Bar is a private bar in Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen characterised by a compact, self-contained upstairs layout. Design: The interior pairs a deep velvet banquette with jewel-toned cube stools and low rectangular tables. The ceiling is kept dark and pendant globe lights create focused pools of light while a vertical slatted screen separa...
Alcohol licence until 2:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1400 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
Enquire now
Dining Area at Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen
Dining Area
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
30 seats
20 standing
Our downstairs dining area offers a warm and stylish setting perfect for group dining, casual celebrations, or private gatherings. With a mix of modern decor and cosy booths, it comfortably seats up to 50 guests and provides a relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy full table service from our bar and kitchen, with everything from handcrafted cockta...
Alcohol licence until 2:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £50 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
Enquire now
Lounge Area 1 at Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen
Lounge Area 1
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
20 seats
10 standing
Our lounge area is a delightful and vibrant place for people to get together and it is very suitable for group diners, drinkers, or celebration in silence. The area is very broad and has luxurious booth seating, contemporary lighting, and bold colors. Ideal for personal conferences, student meet-ups, or company dinners where customers can simultan...
Alcohol licence until 2:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £50 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Upstairs Private Bar
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 2:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Upstairs Private Bar
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Dining Area
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Lounge Area 1
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Upstairs Private Bar
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Upstairs Private Bar
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 2:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Upstairs Private Bar
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Dining Area
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Lounge Area 1
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Saturday
12:00 – 2:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Upstairs Private Bar
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Dining Area
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Lounge Area 1
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Sunday
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Upstairs Private Bar
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 150
standing
Up to 30
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen

Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

Fat Cats Derby is more than just a bar – it’s a vibrant, versatile venue designed to host events of all shapes and sizes.

We love making every occasion extra special — and even better value — with our unbeatable weekly offers:
• Make the most of your Tuesdays with 50% off — the perfect excuse to turn a midweek get-together into something special.
• Fridays: Take advantage of Buy One Get One Free until midnight – the ideal way to reward a team, celebrate success, or entertain guests at the end of the week.

FAQ

Yes, the venue has in-house catering, which it would prefer clients to order from. Menus are currently being changed and will be sent at a later date.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 1 months from the original date, at no cost.

At Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen is located at 9 Friar Gate, in Derby City Centre.

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