Closed on Sundays and Mondays! A nice spot for happy hour or meet up in between Grand Rapids and Holland that isn't too far from I-196. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive to check in regularly, even when the restaurant was packed. Almost ran out of parking spaces! I very much enjoyed the Uncharted Lavender Lemonade (can) non-alcoholic beverage. It wasn't too sweet. I did not try any food, but what came out the kitchen looked good! read more

The Derby Tavern - Uncharted Lavender Lemonade (Non-Alcoholic) - Bars Near Me - Hudsonville, Michigan

I want to like it. I've tried this place about 4 times. It's locally owned, they donated money to The Patmos Library to prevent it from closing when there was a "war on books." The staff is friendly and nice ... it's just the food... I've given up on the burgers after they've made them wrong on previous occasions. Lately, I've been trying the falafel wrap. The first time I had it, it was just okay. This time? Almost inedible, sadly. The falafels appear to be homemade, and I think they're baked rather than fried? Or maybe they just got soggy waiting in the window? I don't know. The texture was really bad. Pasty and chewy and makes you feel thirstier than you need to be. The hummus accompanying the falafel enhanced that pasty gluey feel in the mouth and there was no crunch. It's $14 for a sandwich. I was able to gag down half of it and drink 3 waters before I gave up to go back to work. I don't know, there are cheaper options around that are also locally owned that taste better, sadly. I guess this place is fine for drinks? I wouldn't know. Try it and see if it's delicious l guess. I think I'll drive myself over to The Arrows or Delicias instead. read more

The Derby Tavern - The falafel sandwich with chips $14 - Bars Near Me - Hudsonville, Michigan

A lovely staff ! Beautiful creativity from the kitchen! A wonderful place to meet family, friends or just a dinner for two! Highly recommended! Absolutely ! read more

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Upon entering, we were hopeful when it came to the design of the space. Our waitress was nice, while not inherently outgoing (which is perfectly fine), but we later found that she was not as attentive as a patron would hope for. We picked the margarita (my favorite part of my meal) and the espresso old fashioned (husband said, "not good") to drink and The Hipster sandwich and the steak and frites with the ribeye. When the sandwich was placed in front of me, the first thing I thought was, "That looks dry." To my surprise, the chicken was super moist, but that came with a detriment: the chicken side of the bread was super wet. I ended up eating it open-faced with a fork. I also would note that the toppings other than the chicken were all piled in the center of the sandwich. I reconstructed it to make my bites more harmonious with all the flavors. It came with chips, but they were so over-seasoned I stopped after one (husband loved them though!). For his ribeye (ordered med-rare), the end product was well done. The fries were good (especially dipped in the sauce the steak sat in). We waited for our check for too long, then waited for our waitress to take our payment in the same amount of time. We may return to attempt a completely different meal, but it's more unlikely than not. Would not recommend. read more

Celiac Foodie: Overall a decent meal. 2 celiacs in the group, lots to choose from on the menu that's Gluten Free- Kudos to that! We had 4 meals; Chef burger - 'it was ok- fries excellent!' Cuban sandwich - 'very good- Parm Fries- not good, very potato-ie' GF Pork Chops- 'rice not good, meat good, not a fan of the veggies.' 1/2 Chicken- 'GF- delicious- must try it!' Long wait for food, seating was quick, busy Friday night with sports on the TVs. Worth visiting and trying out a few dishes! A must have- LAVA CAKE (gf) - warm & gooey!! Happy Dining! read more

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This was an amazing dinner!!! From start to end the food and drinks were fantastic. We walked in on a weeknight and were able to get seated at a cozy high top right away. Our waitress promptly brought us water and greeted us and took our cocktail order while we tried to decided on an appetizer. We ordered the burnt ends and once they arrived at the table the smell forced us to dive in before being able to capture a pic. They were cooked with a great bite and crunch. Along with a hot honey and avocado cream dip that paired nicely. For cocktails we went with a classic old fashioned, the secretariat, and a Seattle slew. All well poured and no drops were spared. The highlight of the evening were the entrees. The blacked salmon was seasoned well and cooked great but after we left we couldn't stop thinking about the gnocchi!! The fluffy potato gnocchis are smothered in a creamy sauce and if you don't care for peas you won't even care they're loaded with tons of them, shiitake mushrooms, diced onions and served with a crispy side of bread. (You're able to add protein options, I went with a steak) Finished the night with a slice of classic red velvet cake and cream cheese frosting, sprinkled with candied walnuts from their holiday dessert menu. With something for everyone including gluten free to vegetarian options and an extensive beer/wine/spirits list. It's a great spot for a date night, family dinner or business/casual lunch. My husband and I have been celebrating our honeymoon staycation with visiting different restaurants all over west Michigan. The Derby has been our favorite stop and meal hands down during this week and probably our year. We were well taken care of and can't wait to come back and see what exciting flavors are coming out of The Derby! read more

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Had a late lunch yesterday at Derby with my daughter and grandsons. Not very busy, the waitress sporadic at best, the side salad was served after waiting a long time for our order to come, and we both picked out rotten black lettuce out of the salad, my daughter decided not to finish hers. We ordered some wine, which came quickly, but waited too long for the food. The fry's were just warm at best, sent those back. They charge premium prices for the food, but the sandwich was something I would expect from Culver's up the street. Nothing premium about it. Do better Derby.. not sure I will be back! read more

The vibe was great, TV's with games on, but it was more mature than a sports bar. Food was good, service staff was friendly, and it's by far the "coolest" place in Hudsonville. read more

Derby Tavern had been on my list to try for a while! We started off with a cocktail and draft beer. My Seattle Slew was a solid cocktail with fresh tasting strawberry puree and basil. For our appetizer we picked the pita chips, housemade hummus, and garlic tome. The pita chips were served warm and crispy. For dinner we ended up splitting a pepperoni pizza. It was a perfect size to split for two. The service was quick and friendly and the food was pretty good. There is so much more on the menu to try so we will definitely be back! read more

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First time here - will definitely be back! Our server was super friendly and attentive, and the food was so, so good. We had the crap Rangoon dip, the half chicken, and the salmon risotto. All absolutely delicious. Great atmosphere too, my only complaint would be how close we were to another couple, kind of tricky to have a private conversation. But wouldn't keep me from coming back! read more

The atmosphere is cozy and so welcoming! Our server was absolutely sweet, and we were even personally thanked by the wonderful manager during our visit. Whether you're local or just passing through, this place is a must-visit! We can't wait to come back! read more

The Derby Tavern - Hot Ham and Swiss with Hot Honey! AMAZING!!!!!! - Bars Near Me - Hudsonville, Michigan

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Great food! Fun environment. We stopped in on a Saturday night and sat at the bar. We waited a bit for someone to take our drink order, then it finally happened. The entire time we sat at the bar, the team seemed to be really occupied with stocking up on everything and getting ready to close. Keep in mind, It was 2 hours from closing time. Next we saw a cook from the back and poor himself a beer. Very strange. Please work on your culture or you'll wish you did. read more

Stopped here on a whim late in the evening on a trip. Got right in, good amount of food choices and apps. We got the Hawaiian pizza which was pretty good. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Nice atmosphere. I'd stop here again! Not too far off 131. read more

Awesome food. Super friendly and efficient service. Wonderful pub. Unexpected 5 stars.

Small restaurant and quite bustling. Loved the music! The food was quite expensive and the quality / quantity was in our opinion not matched with the value. We will not be coming back, but glad we tried it! read more

The Derby Tavern - Classic pulled pork sandwich with pepper fries - Bars Near Me - Hudsonville, Michigan

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Food: I rated the meatloaf taste a B- I rated the cheese cake desert a C. It tasted dried out. Ambiance I rated B+ Price: I felt the $54.00 lunch was over priced. This was a split meatloaf with a wine, Diet Coke, and split cheesecake. read more

Amazing. My husband surprised me with a date night here and we will definitely be back! We both got the filet mignon meal on a bed of mashed potatoes with au jus and it was SO GOOD. We had to wait a little while for the food to come out but they were super busy so we understood and were in no hurry. The manager personally came and apologized for the long wait and made sure to check on us once the food arrived. (Very appreciative of that!) It was well worth the wait! Our steaks were so tender and full of flavor, you could cut it with a spoon!! I would rank this right up there with Ruth's Chris! Also definitely recommend the focaccia bread!! Delicious!! 10/10 recommend for sure! read more

The Derby Tavern - Filet mignon with mashed potatoes and au jus - Bars Near Me - Hudsonville, Michigan

First, it took 10 minutes to be greeted. Our eventual server walked past us 3 times without acknowledging us. Got drinks and pretzel bites. Appetizer was 12 bucks and had 6 fried pretzel pieces. Last concern was oddly enough with water refill. The carafe must have been soaked in sanitizer because the water tasted like chemicals. Lots of potential but poor execution. read more

Modern meets Industrial with a hint of medieval is the atmosphere. Nice and clean, but a little dark. I ordered the Classic Pulled Pork Sandwich ($12), with fries ($1.50 upgrade). The sandwich contains pulled pork, BBQ and DT slaw, served with pickles on a brioche bun. The sandwich was good. The pulled pork was tender and the slaw was well made. It all just lacked a little flavor. Not bland, just needed more bbq sauce. The fries were very good with a slight spicy taste. The Person I was with ordered the Black & Bleu Burger ($12). It was stated to be very good and the Thick bacon was excellent. Also I agree with the review that stated the pickles were excellent. They are. The service was iffy. It was super friendly and accurate. However it was slow and forgetful. I understand restaurants have trouble hiring and I do give extra slack for that. However I felt invincible at times. I needed some bbq sauce and it took about 5 minutes to flag down our waitress. Also my drink sat empty for a long time before I flagged down my waitress again for a refill. Overall I'm going to give a forgiveable 4 stars. Would I return? Yes, but it wouldn't be first choice. I do recommend giving them a try though. read more

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Great atmosphere and amazing food! Highly recommend and would go back! Everything we had was great!

We have been there twice. The food and prices are good and the servers are very nice and attentive.

Food is always on point (the chicken Caesar salad is ), the staff is always friendly and welcoming. A great spot to go grab lunch (note that they are closed Mondays!) and I hope to check them out for dinner dinner too! It's super chic and cute on the inside and overall a chill little place that's a great Hudsonville staple read more

We called to ask if they had a table for 8 in 10 min, they said yes. We get there in 10 min just for them to say it's not ready and we waited for 25 min. We're there for 2.5 hours just for soggy sandwiches and fries, having to go up to bar for are own refills. Little pricy, even have to pay 50 cents for a side of ranch lol. Wasn't super busy but just in the first hour and half we had drinks barely. read more

My boyfriend and I came for dinner at 6:00 on Friday. We were sat immediately, which was a nice bonus! Our service was quick and friendly, and made sure that all our needs were met. My burger was really good, and my boyfriend enjoyed his pulled chicken sandwich. I originally ordered a burger medium which I didn't realize how pink it would be and sent it back- not only did I get a perfect burger literally 2 minutes later, but the manager came out to talk to me to make sure everything was okay! Overall very prompt service and delicious food. read more

The Derby Tavern - Olive burger - Bars Near Me - Hudsonville, Michigan

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the bruschetta was so disappointing. Literally meijer bread with some cheap tasting spread and a few tomatoes on top. Everything else was average and not worth the prices...wish I'd stayed home :( read more

I've dined here multiple times, and the experience has been inconsistent. Unfortunately, this recent visit was the last straw. I ordered the short rib, but 3/4 of it was pure fat, leaving me with only a few bites of actual meat. When Chef Caleb asked how our meal was, I mentioned that it was quite fatty. Instead of addressing the issue, he explained that short rib is naturally a fatty cut, which didn't sit well with me given how little meat there actually was. He did offer to find a less fatty piece, but I declined out of frustration. The fact that the Chef thinks this is an acceptable piece of meat to serve tells you everything you need to know about this restaurant. read more

The Derby Tavern - Short rib- very fatty - Bars Near Me - Hudsonville, Michigan

Everything about this place was amazing except the heat on my food. I got the BLT and it was out of this world except it was so spicy I couldn't eat a ton of it. To tone down the spice, I got the Molton chocolate cake and ommmgggg it was amazing. I could easily go back for dessert only. read more

The best gluten free restaurant in Grand Rapids. Amazing food, great atmosphere, and excellent service. The wings and pizza are stellar. And each week there is an unique special offered. Must try in Jamestown Michigan! read more

Great menu with many unique plates. You can even have a flight of fries! Sandwiches are amazing! read more

The Derby Tavern - Southern Twist pulled chicken sandwich with black pepper fries - Bars Near Me - Hudsonville, Michigan

Food was great. Service was swift. Ambiance was casual & friendly. We attended a private party at the Derby recently. It was a nice experience. As we left, there was a long line of diners outside awaiting seating. Always a good sign that others are already in the know. read more

Drinks and food were very good - hostess greeted quickly-wait staff is great, atmosphere very nice but Parmesan encrusted grilled cheese is overwhelmed with seasoning and too much fried parm. We eat here a lot and love it here . I have tried just about everything on menu and always recommend this place to everyone. A place to come for both lunch and dinner. read more

The restaurant is very cozy & a nice place to enjoy dinner. The waitress was great. However, the time to get our food was forever. The 3 people at the table behind us came in after we ordered, but received their food 10 minutes before we did. The food was good. The pulled pork had great flavor. read more

The Derby Tavern - Burger & fries. - Bars Near Me - Hudsonville, Michigan

Great food but the service is so slow the food and warm drinks are luke warm by the time they arrive. I thought this was a fluke but it's happened both times we've been. read more

I've been here a bunch of times now since it opened close to two years ago and it's a nice staple in my dining repertoire. I think they have really good burgers and pork or pulled chicken sandwiches and we really like the deep fried cheese curd appetizer . Decent beer selection on tap as well as whiskeys/bourbons. Probably other spirits as well but I don't usually look for those. Besides the food I really value good service, and Chad at the bar and any of the wait staff I've had at a table have always been friendly. If you're in the Hudsonville area give this place a try, and even if you have to drive a ways, check it out! read more

The food was good. I accidentally ordered the wrong beer. When I took my first sip, I realized this was not what I thought I ordered. The waitress was kind and brought me a new beer, but the manager / Chef Caleb refused to take the first one off my bill. Due to this poor customer service, I will not be back, along with my three local friends that were with me. This incident completely ruined my experience. read more

Love this place! It's our go-to and we feel like the patrons of Cheers! Sami is one of our favorite wait staff members and she always steers us in the right direction. Tonight we enjoyed the shrimp risotto and the braised beef dip. Thank you for coming to Hudsonville, #goderbygo read more

Great food, excellent service, and the atmosphere at the location was fantastic. The music they play was also very enjoyable, they had some older songs playing while I was there and it reminded me of when I was younger. read more

Ive heard so many good things about Derby, so we decided to give it a try tonight. The ambiance was great - it's beautiful inside. The food, however, left a little to be desired. We ordered cheese curds as a starter and while they tasted good, they were large cheese cubes that were essentially puffs inside. They tasted good, but were definitely not curds. My husband's burger was supposed to have Carolina bbq on it, but it very definitely was mustard, not an expectedly tasty Carolina bbq. My sandwich was great, the pulled pork wasn't overly sauced, which was a pleasant surprise. The fries were ok, not anything special. The service was extremely slow (they weren't very busy and seemingly had adequate staff. The table behind us arrived after we ordered and got all of their meals before ours came. The table next to us waited over 15 minutes for their drinks. For all of the good we have heard, we are hoping this was just an off night. read more

I have been to the derby a few times. Paying can be difficult at key times as there are limited spaces. Food food has always been good and drinks are great (maybe a little pricey). Atmosphere is a little dark. I had sort of a gastro pub meet bar feel. Great option for the gluten free friends or family in your life. My wife is gluten free and it makes it an easy choice for us as almost everything on the menu can be made gluten free. read more

A solid recommendation to me with delicious food! The ambiance is perfectly crafted with the conjunction between the food and atmosphere creating a nice spot to hit! read more