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The Derby, Arcadia, CA

The Derby

4.8
4.8
4289 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 39 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 4,289 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Gabriel Valley

    Best Overall

  • San Gabriel Valley

    Best Food

  • San Gabriel Valley

    Best Service

  • San Gabriel Valley

    Best Ambience

  • San Gabriel Valley

    Best Value

  • San Gabriel Valley

    Neighbourhood gem

  • San Gabriel Valley

    Good for special occasions

  • San Gabriel Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

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The Derby is a storied steakhouse in Arcadia, offering "exceptional food, ambience, and service." Guests praise its "classic old-school charm" and "wonderful dining experience." Renowned for its prime rib and filet mignon, The Derby boasts "great staff" and a "memorable atmosphere." A favorite for special occasions and celebrations, it continues to impress with its rich history and exquisite offerings.

4,290 Reviews

  1. George

    Las Vegas

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined today

    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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  2. Indiana

    Los Angeles

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 1 day 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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  3. Amy

    Los Angeles

    127 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    127 reviews

    Dined 1 day 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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  4. mark

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Eating at the Derby is always a treat. Friendly host desk, awesome waitstaff, excellent food. The Derby is most certainly a cut well above most other restaurants. The entire evening was terrific.

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  5. Wendy

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food, service and ambience - I hope that doesn't change when they rebuild.

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  6. Leann

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service is extraordinarily! Old school booths, decor and racetrack decor. Cozy with several fireplaces.

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  7. Victoria

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and our server Jeffrey was amazing

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  8. Belinda

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to go if you want to be waited on and paid attention to. Our waiter was very attentive to our needs and was receptive to our food requests.

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  9. Steph

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was super accommodating- we added a few more guests last minute and they were really helpful. Food (bacon wrapped filets) and dessert (bread pudding) were fabulous as always!

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  10. Dale

    Central Coast

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service, and ambience were superb. This restaurant is top on our list for special occasions. They never disappoint.

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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 4289 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
19:00
Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Derby

233 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91006

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    2nd Ave
  • Area
    Arcadia
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30
  • 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, Takeaway, 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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