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Derek's
- Restaurants
- Philadelphia, PA
About this business
Derek's has evolved into the most sophisticated dining destination on Main Street. Some of our guests come in regularly for our great specials, from Sunday Bloody Sunday to Martini Thursday. Others come for a great steak and a romantic interlude. We enjoy hosting our customer's private events, from birthday parties to bridal showers, and sometimes we simply act as a neighborhood living room. Customers come to sit in our bar area and enjoy great music, watch sports on the TV and chat with our friendly bartenders. Of course mo... read more
Location details
4411 Main St, Philadelphia, PA, 19127, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | Closed | |
| Tue | Closed | |
| Wed | Closed | |
| Thu | Closed | |
| Fri | Closed | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
Avoid this place all together...much better spots on main street! – The service is slow and the waiters are far from friendly. The portions are small and pricey. The only thing good is the comfy seats at the bar and the wine selection. Try Burbon Blue, US Hotel or the Brew Pub if your really looking to dine in Manayunk!
AVOID THE FOOD...GO FOR THE DRINKS – A great concept (reasonable Bistro) which falls short on execution. I have had the occasion to have cold soup, lack luster service, and mixed up meals at Derek's. For such a great looking place with lots of vibe, the food is really very poor. The one thing that has been common about my 3 visits is that their food is always lacking in something...correct texture, warmth, spice, timing with other meals, etc. If you must go....go for the wine or atmosphere, but not for the food. As a travele... read more
Skip the cheesecake – I was so excited to get the cheesecake for dessert but when I received it, "oh my" I was beyond disapointed!! It was horrible to say the least. 4 biscut looking pieces of cheesecake that tasted nothing like what a cheesecake should taste like. PASS on this dessert and save yourself the $8.00! Instead order a keylime martini!
Lazy service, mediocre food. – I have been a lunch-time regular here for quite some time, and don't understand the rave reviews. On any given weekend, the staff is inattentive, the menu a bore and if you are unlucky enough to be seated in the back of the room you'll notice dirty floors, broken, creaky banquets and a fly or two might buzz by your entree. I try to avoid Derek's as much as possible.
Horrible New Years Eve Party – Derek's billed the event as "Only a total of 150 tickets will be sold to assure you enjoy your drink, food, and atmosphere and are not standing in lines or shoulder to shoulder with people." Upon arriving, we were forced to stand shoulder to shoulder with the waitstaff, constantly dodging the trays and carafe's they were carrying. So much for the uncrowded and relaxing evening that was promised. As we left, several more people were arriving. Had we stayed, we would have had to fight them just t... read more
Business response:
Yogi Berra was famous for saying, "nobody goes ther anymore, it's too crowded!" We, obviously regret that the restaurant was too full for these folks. We did refund their money immediately and we did make sure they were taken care of accross the street at Zesty's. Sounds reasonable to me..... Of course the people forgot to mention that they were an hour late for their reservation!
Business casual lounge and bistro balances a down-to-earth bar scene with sophisticated American fare. – In Short Look through the aquarium-like windows of this contemporary American brasserie, and you'll see a professional crowd seated around tall tables and perched at a sleek, red-tiled bar. Step in, and you'll hear classic rock mixed with indie hits--just like at a regular old bar. Beyond the bar is a small, grey-hued dining room, befitting business dining. Service is unerringly polite. Chef Derek Davis' menu shows off th... read more
Great Weekday Specials / Eh New Menu – My friends and I love Dereks on a weeknight. There's a food and drink special Monday through Thursday nights, usually a cocktail and a small entree for around $5 each. The restaurant and bar are much quieter on these nights, and its a great place to have a cocktail with friends after a busy workday. Overall a little overpriced when there arent specials, and the bar is a weird mix on the weekends. If you know when to go, it can be a great experience. I'm updating my review with more rece... read more
Wonderful Staff – My girlfriend and I went to Philadelphia for the weekend and decided on Derek's. Let me start of by saying that everyone was super nice. The hostess especially!!! After being 1 hour late for our reservation (traffic) the hostess catered to our every need. She even carried out a conversation as she greeted us. on top of all that, she sat us in the bar came back like 2 minutes later and told us she had a much better seat where it would be more comfortable and it would be quieter. Our server was actually delig... read more
Eat here everyday! – I live in the general neighborhood and I can afford [thank god] to eat out every meal. I also eat out in many different cities because I travel for a living. Sometimes, I can not wait to get home so I can eat at Derek's. It is just like having my own restaurant! They are so accomodating to me and my friends. If they have it they will make whatever I want. I especially love the mix and match small plates and I almost always order one of Derek's specials. Everybody is so nice here[I guess they know where t... read more
Frequently asked questions about Derek's
How is Derek's rated?
Derek's has a 3.6 star rating with 65 reviews.
When is Derek's open?
Derek's is closed now. It will open at undefined
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