The Derby

4.8

4298 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

Dec 4, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 51 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

The Derby is more than a restaurant. Established in 1922, it has been family owned and operated since 1951. It is a grand museum showcasing some of horse racing’s greatest moments. Diners are invited to take a break from the rush of modern life and travel back to the time of George Woolf, Seabiscuit, and relive the excitement of “The Race of the Century”. We excel in offering the best meat and fresh seafood hand selected by our longtime executive chef that would delight even the most discriminating of taste. Some of the menu highlights include the Bacon Wrapped Filet, Delmonico New York, Prime Rib and Shrimp Scampi. We offer a wide selection of wines by the bottle and by the glass. Relax and enjoy a delicious meal in one of our iconic red leather booths, take in a beautiful evening on our terrace, or watch a sporting event in our bar and lounge. Dining at The Derby can only be compared to the feeling of holding the winning ticket when you smile and know that you made the right choice!

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(626) 447-2430
Website
http://www.thederbyarcadia.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
The Derby caters! Our catering menu is sure to impress all of your guests. Call us for menu options, pricing, and availability!
Private party facilities
Private and semi-private spaces available. -Conference Room -Terrace -Lounge -Club Room Semi private spaces are available for all group sizes. Please contact us for availability, menu options, and details!

Location
233 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91006
Neighborhood
Arcadia
Cross street
2nd Ave
Parking details
Complimentary valet and self-parking in the rear.
Public transit
Arcadia Goldline Metro Station
Entertainment
Live Jazz Music each Friday and Saturday evening in the Lounge and George Woolf Dining Room!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,298 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Neighborhood gem
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Good for special occasions
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Review summary

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The Derby is a classic steakhouse known for its "exceptional food, ambience, and service." Guests rave about its "wonderful dining experience," "outstanding service," and rich historical charm. The Derby is perfect for special occasions, offering "fantastic" meals and a cozy atmosphere filled with horse racing memorabilia. A true Arcadia treasure!

4,298 Reviews

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Challoner
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to celebrate an anniversary! Been going for many many years! Always a great service and great atmosphere and attitude from employees! Thank you!!!
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Shauna
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was amazing, the decor was beautiful, and the menu has tons of classics. A must try!
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Pat
Los Angeles
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent prime rib, cooked to perfection. Excellent cocktails. Beautiful ambiance. Excellent service. Love the free valet parking! Can’t wait to return.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food and the service was excellent! Everyone there was very friendly. From the front reception to the bus boy!
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Gabby
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing and the service was outstanding
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Ross
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The hostess and staff could not have done more to be sure everyone was taken care of promptly and graciously. Everyone is treated special.
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Karla
Los Angeles
17 reviews
2.0
17 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The Thanksgiving turkey plate tasted like a senior citizen’s special at Denny’s or airplane food — whichever is worse. It was the first time I’ve tasted totally tart cranberry sauce. The plate included Concepts of a Stuffing — barely there. They skimped on the pumpkin pie, which included an actual *DOT* of whipped cream. What were you thinking, Derby?? Reception was chaotic and seating was probably overbooked. The cost was not a good value.
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George
Las Vegas
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a joy dining at the Derby. The food is always amazing. The staff are top notch.
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Indiana
Los Angeles
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first Thanksgiving at The Derby and it is official, it is going to be our new Thanksgiving tradition. We lost our mother last year on 12/31/23 and we spent the last 22 years going to pick her up, 80miles away, and going out to eat. She hated cooking but loved good food and dinning out. This was our first Thanksgiving in 22 years that we stayed close to home and without our mom. First words out of our mouths, when we tasted the food was, “mom would have loved The Derby”, we, three grabbed our delicious cocktails and toasted to our mom’s honor. From the ease of making reservations to the prompt seating when we arrived, we enjoyed every minute. The meal was both traditional and they also offered the usual prime rib and steaks. We opted for the Turkey Thanksgiving meal. It was a generous plate of succulent turkey and the best stuffing I’ve ever tasted. Included sweet potatoes , perfectly al dente green beans, a tangy home made cranberry sauce , mashed potatoes and decadent gravy. It was all so divine. We ordered a side of Marsala mushrooms (I almost sipped the juices from the bowl because it was THAT good). The pumpkin pie Made with love and you could taste every spice. The nightcap was The Derby’s version of a spiked eggnog… oh my… I could have had three of these as my dessert…amazing. Our favorite part of our evening by far was Marta our server. She was cheerful, attentive, personable, and made us feel like we were her only table…and it was obvious she had many..yikes, the place was busy, but she made our dining experience memorable as did the rest of the staff, clearing plates, filling waters, etc. We’ve been to Ruth’s Chris, Maestros , and others for Thangsving over the 22 years we went out wit mom. Not one came close to TheDerby. Mom, would definitely be proud we found The Derby for Thanksgiving.
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Amy
Los Angeles
127 reviews
vip
5.0
127 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We go every year for Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving and Mon’s birthday , and this was the best experience we have had in years. They got us right to our table on time, we had an amazing server (Michael), the food was correct and hot (contrary to the past), and it was a perfect meal. We will look forward to seeing you guys again soon!!!!
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FAQs

The Derby does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Derby also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (626) 447-2430.

The Derby is rated 4.8 stars by 4298 OpenTable diners.

The Derby does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 51 times today

Order delivery or takeout

233 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91006

Additional information

Cross street
2nd Ave
Neighborhood
Arcadia
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Complimentary valet and self-parking in the rear.
Public transit
Arcadia Goldline Metro Station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Live Jazz Music each Friday and Saturday evening in the Lounge and George Woolf Dining Room!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thederbyarcadia.com/
Phone number
(626) 447-2430
Catering
The Derby caters! Our catering menu is sure to impress all of your guests. Call us for menu options, pricing, and availability!
Private party facilities
Private and semi-private spaces available. -Conference Room -Terrace -Lounge -Club Room Semi private spaces are available for all group sizes. Please contact us for availability, menu options, and details!

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The Derby

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Popular dishes

George Woolf's Prime Rib

French Onion Soup

Caesar Salad

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What 4,298 people are saying

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Review summary

FAQs

Does The Derby offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Derby restaurant rated?

Does The Derby offer gift cards?

Is The Derby currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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