The Derby

4.8

4375 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 44 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 4,375 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Neighborhood gem
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Great for outdoor dining
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Romantic
San Gabriel Valley
Good for special occasions
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Review summary

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The Derby is a historic gem offering "fantastic service and delicious food" in a classic steakhouse setting. Guests rave about the "exceptional ambiance" and "outstanding service," making it perfect for special occasions. While some found the brunch menu average, the prime rib and steaks are consistently praised. The cozy, racetrack-themed atmosphere with fireplaces adds to the charm, making it a beloved destination for both locals and visitors alike.

4,375 Reviews

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Tricia
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and delicious food. A very nice experience.
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Carolynn
Los Angeles
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated Valentine’s Day here and once again it didn’t disappoint! Our waiter was Luciano who we have had the good fortune to have him serve us for the third time. He was not only friendly and efficient in bringing us our food but also made time on a very busy night to listen to my husband’s jokes attentively. We both loved our bacon wrapped filets which were delicious, tender and cooked to medium rare perfectly. The cheese bread continues to be wonderful. The Beringer Cabernet complimented the filets We forgot to bring our bottle of champagne so we opted to bring home our whiskey bread pudding so we could enjoy it with our champagne. The perfect ending to a fantastic meal. Our only regret is that the warm bacon and spinach salad is no longer on the menu so we opted for the French onion soup which was good but we thought it would have been better with some more onions in it. We will definitely be back!
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Leia
Los Angeles
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Shrimp Cocktails were perfect. Loved my roast chicken plated with sautéed spinach. Husband’s Beef Dip was supposed to be shaved rare roast beef; definitely not rare. His side of Mac and Cheese wasn’t nearly as good as last time.
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Justin
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went for my birthday and they provided a great experience and customer service!
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Mark
VIP
Orange County
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best traditional local steakhouse with superb service.
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Mark
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Both my wife and I chose the three course menus and it was absolutely spectacular. Also need to give a shout out to our server, Ally, who was knowledgeable, professional, friendly, enthusiastic, and probably one of the best servers we have ever had. Not sure if the Derby lets people request a specific server but we will definitely try get her in the future. The spiced meatball starter tasted great and was actually quite a large portion for a starter. All the food was cooked to perfection. We are fortunate to only live about a mile from the Derby and after checking a couple other steakhouses further away, we feel there is no need to drive anywhere else.
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Dino
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
It’s always great food the last couple times I’ve been in the servers are not rude just really forgetful don’t bring us fill up with water we asked for a steak knife they never gave it to us until the end but everything else is always
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Talisa
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love this place. The food is delicious the service is amazing and it’s always a good time.
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George
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Looking for a old-school restaurant with little modern twist with great hospitality and good history thank you
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Susan
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place brings me back to the '40's, '50's, '60's... excellent service from all!
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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 4375 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.

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 44 times today

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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

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Popular dishes

George Woolf's Prime Rib

French Onion Soup

Caesar Salad

Menu

What 4,375 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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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

Gift card