The Derby Restaurant & Bar

189 Washington St, Salem
(978) 740-2337

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Kayla

The service was fantastic, everyone was super friendly and efficient. The food, however, was very bland. I ordered the fish and chips and needed an insane amount of salt and lemon added. My husband ordered some spicy shrimp appetizer and it was decent. Neither of us would be in a hurry to return for the food.

Susan

Food was fine but it was so noisy. The music was way too loud. Plus they were out of one of the wines and one beer. 😞

Michael

We had a great experience here, so much so we came back for brunch the next day. Food was great and reasonably priced. Delicious Bloody Mary and iced coffee. I had PB and jelly French toast, not overly sweet and the toast was perfectly crunchy on the outside and soft in. Husband had the rancheros. Fairly salty but still good! Next day we had breakfast tacos and the salami and egg sandwich. Again, delish. Staff was very friendly. Loved the atmosphere. We sat at a high top where they had all their windows open, gorgeous! Highly recommend this spot.

Katie Marcotte

The food was okay at best, with undercooked eggs and tortillas overcooked to the point of being too hard to cut with a knife or to chew. Our server only came to our table to take our order, drop it off, and deliver the check. It was not busy and she didn't appear rushed, just disinterested in being there. The piano music at full volume was a turn off for my party as well as the table next to us. Maybe the food and atmosphere is better at other times, but Sunday brunch I would not recommend.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

Chanel Langlois Lécuyer

The food was good but our waitress was rude. Also, if you're a foreigner make sure to have your passport with you if you wanna have a drink as it's the only ID they accept.

Brianna

This was my first time here - and we came two days in a row while a friend was getting married in town. The service was great- and our two waitresses were both very accommodating. As someone who doesn't drink alcohol I was thankful to have my coffee Alcohol free. (Would definitely offer this on the menu since a lot are able to be made without) Would love to give our day 1 girl a shoutout for being really funny and we would love to see her follow through with her coffee stand idea in Hawaii in the future ;) we are all a bunch of jokesters so her playing along with our card-roulette was great. Food was impeccable. I would highly recommend the poutine

Todd

Got the chicken and waffles which were solid but not the best ive had. The portions were large and it was pricey. Restaurant itself has good outdoor and indoor seating. There was no wait on a Friday night at 7 pm.

T P

this place is a nice dinner spot if you’re spending the evening in Salem. The staff is super friendly and the food is very good especially mashed potatoes. It’s nice to sit outside at night, since the lights add to the atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Buffalo Cauliflower

Edward Cox

Nice restaurant in downtown Salem. Pub food. Nicely decorated. Great servers

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish \u0026 Chips, Bacon Fat Biscuits, Derby Burger and Fries

clarinet chicon

It meant for the younger crowd. It did have good drinks.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

Brian Donnelly

Unique menu with something for everyone. Definitely recommend the Hell Fire fries and Bang Bang Pasta. Fish tacos didn’t disappoint either. Service was great accommodating our large party of 40.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Elizabeth Lynch

Was there with folks from work, about 7 of us. Service was great. It had a good menu, I got a mozzarella sandwich and added chicken. I could not finish it as it also came with a mound of crinkle fries cooked golden brown and crispy. All so good. Now I get to enjoy it twice with my left overs. Atmosphere was ok. We were at a booth and I chose a chair, which was hard and uncomfortable. The bathrooms could use an update. That is my only complaints, the chair and bathroom.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Vega Vyris

Good burger, good price

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

bolinsweetie15a

This is our main place to stop when we visit Salem. Always great service and delicious food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kate Feld

Great food!! Fun drinks!!! Trivia with Jon is always a good time!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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