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The Derby, Salem, MA

The Derby

4.7
4.7
244 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
  • Child-friendly
  • Dog-friendly
  • Good for groups
*WE WILL NOT BE TAKING RESERVATION THROUGH NOVEMBER 3RD. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY DISAPPOINTMENT
Located within walking distance to Salem Old Town Hall & Witch History Museum right in the heart of downtown Salem, The Derby is scratch restaurant focused on unique, locally sourced, American fare with great and unique cocktails and a vast selection of Draft Beer! We have large televisions throughout the restaurant, windows from ceiling to floor, and a beautiful patio for those warm days! Whether you are out to watch the game, catch up with old friends, or just enjoy a nice night out on the town, The Derby is here to meet all of your needs. Feel free to ask our team for recommendations if you are visiting form out of town... Salem is not just about the witches.
*Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 2pm
*We do apologize but we do not take reservations for outdoor seating. The patio is sat on a first come first serve basis. Thank you for understanding.


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (978) 740-2337
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Adam Kopplin
  • Private party facilities
    The Derby is a great spot to host your next private event. Our Function Coordinator is onsite and will assist you in planning your event. We specialize in rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, weddings & baby showers as well as any corporate gathering.
  • Area
    Salem
  • Cross Street
    New Derby Street
  • Parking details
    There are several Parking lots in the area within a light walking distance to the restaurant and ample street parking throughout the city.
  • Entertainment
    Weekly events include Trivia Nights on Tuesdays, Live DJ’s every Friday and Saturday night and our amazing brunch buffet served every Sunday from 10am-2:30pm.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 244 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

244 Reviews
  1. James

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Derby is an amazing restaurant! Service and food is soooo damn good :)

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  2. la

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time visitor. The food was delightful! Shared a buffalo cauliflower and it was amazing! The portion was good size for 2 or more. The pork belly burger was great! Had to take 1/2 home. My friend had theFerby burger and couldn't finish hers either. Will be back for sure!

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  3. Deborah

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 August 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    On side of a busy intersection. Food was cold,, not good value for money

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  4. Elizabeth

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 11 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place and fantastic location. Our waiter was on the spot!

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  5. Karen

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best meal best waiter the best frozen drink and most of all they accommodate my son with food allergies !!! Highly recommend!!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 4 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server Joe was super patient and polite. He never disappeared, even though we took our time ordering. Sunday Brunch was fab! Shared a Blueberry muffin and had Avocado toast and Breakfast Burger. Sadly, they were out of yogurt and berries. Food was delicious!

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  7. Julia

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Five star recommend the street corn nachos. But be prepared, they’re a massive portion so order light for the entrée

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  8. DStacey

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 21 June 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    It was very chilly and very loud. Our waitress was very nice, good service. Food was very good, portions were large. I probably won’t be going back, the feel of the restaurant overall was just loud and cold. Not enjoyable for me.

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  9. TimC

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service is great and food is always amazing. Fun choices that never disappoint.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 April 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Prime Rib Benedict for brunch was AMAZING! As well as the bacon fat biscuits! Highly recommend.

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The Derby is rated 4.7 stars by 244 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
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189 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    New Derby Street
  • Area
    Salem
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There are several Parking lots in the area within a light walking distance to the restaurant and ample street parking throughout the city.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Adam Kopplin
  • Entertainment
    Weekly events include Trivia Nights on Tuesdays, Live DJ’s every Friday and Saturday night and our amazing brunch buffet served every Sunday from 10am-2:30pm.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (978) 740-2337
  • Private party facilities
    The Derby is a great spot to host your next private event. Our Function Coordinator is onsite and will assist you in planning your event. We specialize in rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, weddings & baby showers as well as any corporate gathering.
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