We are an independent restaurant serving amazing food in Seattle’s SoDo neighborhood, Derby is a unique restaurant serving elevated comfort food that sits inside The Shop, a premier social club for car and motorcycle enthusiasts.
While the club itself offers membership the restaurant, barbershop and cigar shop is open to the public. Derby offers a one-of-a-kind view of a world-class collection of vintage and exotic cars with curated tours 7 days a week.
Clubby new American kitchen focused on classic comfort food & cocktails amidst classic cars.
Derby Restaurant, Seattle – Facebook
. $$. . Closed now. . 2233 6th Ave S, Seattle, WA, United States, 98134. Links. . derbyrestaurants.com/seattle. Contact info. . (206) 466-4949. . info@ …
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My fiancé and I really liked it here; it’s the perfect place for car enthusiasts. The food was good, our waiter was really friendly, and the tour around the interior of the building was interesting. The tours are $15 PP but since they were having an event and the middle of the showroom didn’t have any cars, they gave us a tour around the place for free which we greatly appreciated. Our tour guide was really knowledgeable on the cars. 10/10 would come back~
… moreKate Rowell
I was a little worried this place was rated highly for the cars and not the food, but both were fantastic! We tried the brussels sprouts, the chicken and cheddar, and “A Damn Good Reuben,” and the brussels sprouts were exceptionally good. If you’re a car enthusiast, definitely check this place out!
… moreShannon
What an incredibly unique dining experience! The Derby and The Shop offers something you won’t find anywhere else in Seattle – the chance to dine surrounded by classic cars in their storage area. We hosted a private party here and were blown away by both the atmosphere and the food.
The venue is perfect for special events. The car storage setting creates an unexpectedly cool and fun backdrop that had our guests talking all night. It’s industrial yet welcoming, making for great conversation starters and photo opportunities.
The food definitely lived up to the unique setting. The appetizers during our cocktail hour were excellent quality and well-presented. For dinner, the chicken and waffles were absolutely outstanding – perfectly crispy chicken with fluffy waffles that hit all the right notes. The bulgogi lettuce wraps were another standout, offering fresh, flavorful Korean-inspired bites with tender, well-seasoned meat.
Service was attentive throughout our event, and the staff handled our private party seamlessly. If you’re looking for a memorable dining experience that combines great food with an automotive twist, The Derby and The Shop delivers. Highly recommended for anyone wanting something different from the typical Seattle restaurant scene.
… moreBee Hive
Poutine was pretty good. This is coming from someone from the south… 58 dollars for an alcoholic drink, poutine, and the automatic tip was too much. I won’t be back, but the cars were great to look at. The service was okay. No problems just okay.
This is definitely a man’s cave but with a restaurant attached to it.it has a barbershop in the garage and a cigar store. It has a “club” with access to a cigar lounge and a garage storage. It has a pool table area a few spaces for meetings and you can rent the space if you’re a member.
… moreHannah Shore
We’ve been to Derby for various occasions at different times of day for years. We had a reservation for 2 people on a Thursday at 5:30pm. Upon arrival, nobody was managing the hostess station which clearly stated to wait to be seated. After about 10 minutes, a woman looked up from the group she was sitting with and came over to seat us and the 2 other parties standing there. It was not overly busy, plenty of open tables. It seemed as though nobody had a specific role in the restaurant. The hostess sat us, walked away, and when nobody came to take our drink order, she came back to ask us what we wanted. Even longer to get a food order in. The food was good, drinks were good – but service is what makes a dining experience. The bill came and the server told us we dont have a choice for how much to tip – that it was a fixed percentage service fee regardless of party size. And thats what explains it all. When there’s no reason to give timely service, why would they?
The cars are cool, though.
… moreAshlee H
What a cool place. Came here with some friends for dinner on a Tuesday. Great atmosphere and really great food. Service was super attentive and nice and they make a great dirty martini. I got the cobb salad which was fantastic and my friends got fish and chips and thenpasta which the bith really enjoyed. Parking right out front. Now I just need a cool car.
… moremona reed schurr
Such a great spot! Mechanics can rent the space adjacent to it, and it is the greatest spot to wait while they fix your car. A bunch of incredible vintage cars surround the area close by and there is also a small fine cigar space next door. I had the steak salad and it was one of the best steak salads I have ever had. I also noticed some other diners knoshing on really beautiful looking burgers next to me. Definitely worth a trip.to South Seattle!
… moreMatt Brain
Love the comfortable garage feel of the restaurant. Staff is always a pleasure. Food is worth the price.
… moreScott Squire
Late Saturday brunch, ordered a burger and a coke. Barely warm fries, the bun fell apart when I picked up the burger, and the meat was tasty and juicy but *way* over salted. The tomato was pink and half ‘butt’. Most expensive burger I have ever bought, and in no way a special experience. I like going to The Shop, because I’m kind of a motorhead and there’s lots of cool automotive hardware around. Don’t like to be a whiner, but this meal was a real disappointment.
… moreOday Merhi
Derby is an American-style restaurant with a unique and exciting concept—it combines great food with a garage featuring high-end and classic cars. The atmosphere is fun and distinctive, making it a great spot for car enthusiasts or anyone looking for a fresh dining experience.
The food itself was enjoyable. Both the burger and chicken sandwich were delicious, with the flavors hitting just the right notes. Unfortunately, the fries were a major downside. They were so drenched in oil that I’m surprised Congress hasn’t issued a declaration of invasion over them!
The garage adds a special charm to Derby, but there’s a slight catch. You can only view the vehicles from a small area at a distance unless you book a tour that’s offered on the weekends for $10. While this isn’t a dealbreaker, it does detract from the overall experience for anyone visiting during the week or hoping to get up close to the cars.
Our server was friendly and made the experience pleasant, which helped balance out the small downsides.
I’d definitely recommend visiting Derby, especially on the weekend to fully enjoy the car tours. If you’re a fan of good food and classic cars, this place is worth checking out!
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