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The DERRICK Gin Mill & Bar, Calgary, AB

The DERRICK Gin Mill & Bar

4.6
4.6
414 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Canadian
620 8th Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 1E3

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Derrick is an affordable, locally sourced restaurant that features a food menu comprised of traditional classics, seductively smoked meats and a spirit menu with an emphasis on gin, all paired within a cozy atmosphere that should make you feel right at home. The Derrick is open for, corporate lunch, a lively happy hour headlining the areas leading drink specials, dinner and late night Cocktails. So, put your feet up or join the party, welcome to The Derrick!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Ming Shen
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private dining for groups up to 100 for birthday or special celebrations or corporate business meetings.(Use of a projector is available).
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    8th Avenue
  • Parking details
    Centennial Parkade (608-9 Ave SW/823- 5 St SW)<br /><br>Street Parking also available.
  • Entertainment
    Our entertainment will range from blues-rock, country-blues, rock, rhythm and blues, hip-hop with occasional live music performances from local artists.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Blow Out Hour "Happy Hour"

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Fri - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    The DERRICK's Blow Out Hour - Happy Hour": Join us for "The DERRICK's Happy Hour Blowout" from 2:00pm to 6:00pm every day! Enjoy daily specials, including: $4 off all COCKTAILS 1/2 PRICE GIN $3 OFF MARTINIS $5 BUBBLES $5 BEER On Wednesdays, don't miss out on 1/2 PRICE WINE! Please note there is a minimum charge of $5. Come unwind and savor the flavors with us!
    Blow Out Hour "Happy Hour" Photo

What 414 people are saying

The DERRICK Gin Mill & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The DERRICK Gin Mill & Bar offers "great food and amazing drinks" in a stylish setting, perfect for any occasion. Guests appreciate its "excellent cocktails" and unique menu. While some experienced slow service or availability issues, the attentive staff and flavorful dishes often leave patrons eager to return.
414 Reviews
  1. Craig

    Calgary2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The drinks are very good. The food was good, definitely for the price. Place inside is nice as well. Just looks like a hole in the wall from the outside, but very nice inside.

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  2. Karen

    Calgary2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely spot for any occasion. Staff, most food and beverages were amazing. The only complaint of the night was the poutine, which wasn't even worth mentioning to staff because it was all personal preference. Will definately be back!

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  3. Curtis

    Calgary2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great staff, great location, one of my favorite spots in Calgary!

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  4. PETER VIP

    Calgary2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent cocktails and a unique menu that sets it apart from it’s competitors

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  5. Denise

    Calgary9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Made a reservation when I saw good ratings on Open Table. Staff was great, food was delicious but restaurant was fairly empty while we were there. There were too larger tables who left before we got our food, after that there were just a few other patrons through our time there. Took a while to get our food, but we didn't mind as it was a night out for us and we saw and enjoyed our drinks while we waited. Food was delicious, Gin and Tonic dessert was soooo gooood!!!! It's too bad it was so quiet because it's a neat spot with good food. Hopefully it was just a slow night for them.

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  6. Katie

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocktails were great! Loved the vibe of the place too

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  7. Dorian VIP

    Calgary64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the most consistent restaurants in Calgary. Servers and bartenders are always working hard to ensure top notch service. Food is always tasty, and the cocktails are well made. A personal go to for lunch, happy hour, and dinner.

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  8. Mark

    Calgary5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was much better than I was expecting, it’s a great looking place and the staff couldn’t have done any better. We had multiple plates and I loved them all. Well worth a visit if you’re in that area and you won’t be disappointed.

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  9. Nicole

    Calgary2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We sat at the bar and we were ignored even though the restaurant wasn’t busy. I ordered the stuffed chicken breast which is served looking like a sausage. I was surprised. Food was salty and the truffle was VERY intense. I was excited to try Derrick but we won’t be back.

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  10. Stephen

    Calgary1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time at the Derrick, server was very helpful is suggesting items for our group of 5.

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FAQs

The DERRICK Gin Mill & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 475-7226.

The DERRICK Gin Mill & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 414 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
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620 8th Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 1E3

Additional information

  • Cross street
    8th Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Centennial Parkade (608-9 Ave SW/823- 5 St SW)<br /><br>Street Parking also available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ming Shen
  • Entertainment
    Our entertainment will range from blues-rock, country-blues, rock, rhythm and blues, hip-hop with occasional live music performances from local artists.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private dining for groups up to 100 for birthday or special celebrations or corporate business meetings.(Use of a projector is available).
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