
Donkey Derby
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About Donkey Derby
Donkey Derby is a pub on Sheffield Rd in Chesterfield, near the town centre and the football ground. The kitchen flame-grills steaks, burgers and ribs, and the menu also includes platters and a Sizzler with tikka masala sauce. The chicken burger comes with a candy floss cola dip and a sherbet dib dab. Live sports screen in the pub, and it gets busy on football days. Children have an outside play area at the back, which gives families somewhere for them to spend time during a meal. The pub also serves a Christmas lunch with a turkey dinner.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken burger with candy floss dip, outdoor play area, tater tots and christmas turkey lunch.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken burger with candy floss dip, outdoor play area, tater tots and christmas turkey lunch.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to generous portions, with a Christmas lunch for a large family group built around beautifully cooked turkey and vegetables that left plates unfinished. Close behind are the inventive dishes: a chicken burger with candy floss cola dip, popcorn with cola sauce, tater totts that were a favourite at one table, and a sizzler with tikka masala sauce described as unlike anything had elsewhere. Another diner found a cheeseburger and garlic bread cooked very well, with meals arriving on track from ordering. Staff are repeatedly called friendly, polite and helpful, and families also mention the outdoor play area at the back. The main complaint comes from one reviewer who saw people push to the front of the queue without staff noticing. Another found it a sit-down eating crowd rather than a party place, and a football day is expected to bring a rush. One family with small kids recalled a bartender asking a loud group at the next table to stop swearing.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to generous portions, with a Christmas lunch for a large family group built around beautifully cooked turkey and vegetables that left plates unfinished. Close behind are the inventive dishes: a chicken burger with candy floss cola dip, popcorn with cola sauce, tater totts that were a favourite at one table, and a sizzler with tikka masala sauce described as unlike anything had elsewhere. Another diner found a cheeseburger and garlic bread cooked very well, with meals arriving on track from ordering. Staff are repeatedly called friendly, polite and helpful, and families also mention the outdoor play area at the back. The main complaint comes from one reviewer who saw people push to the front of the queue without staff noticing. Another found it a sit-down eating crowd rather than a party place, and a football day is expected to bring a rush. One family with small kids recalled a bartender asking a loud group at the next table to stop swearing.
Featured reviews
- Ash Tay
“Food was grand and the burger held togetger quite well.. i knocked off a star for service as people pushed to the front of the queue and it was not noticed... We went as a family with small kids, we got sat next to a group of young males who were having a good time, and kept swearing, but the young man behind the bar with a tattoo behind his ear come and asked that all swearing stopped and pointed out that they were sat next to little kids. Which doesn't happen much these days and it was nice to have staff who have that value.”
- Mark Harrison
“Excellent food. Staff sorted us a table that was suitable for us to have our dog come in with us (we pre arranged this with them) which was very helpful as she was still very new to us and had issues being left anywhere... so many thanks to them.. :)”
- Aly Michie
“First time been in today for my birthday my husband and I From coming in they were very friendly The food was fabulous 👌 And the lovely lass that brought the food to us table 7 or 9 was brilliant Thankyou we will be back very soon”
- Chrissie Wilbourn
“Shakiera was absolutely a diamond, she was really good for my grandsons diabetes. 100% recommended server. Thank you so much😀”
- Imogen Wallis
“Extra points for the name. Sit down style pub on the outside of Chesterfield, near the football ground. Seemed very friendly. Most people there eating, so not a party place. Probably nicer in summer with an outdoor section. Will be busy if there is football on that day. Seemed alright”
Hours
- Monday
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- Sunday
Highlights
“Book now for festive food and drinks this Christmas! Gather the crew and bring your appetites to Donkey Derby, a family-friendly Chesterfield pub serving mouthwatering flame-grilled food just off the M1. Our skilled chefs grill succulent steaks, juicy burgers, and fall-off-the-bone ribs over open flames for that signature, smoky flavour. Take advantage of flamin' great deals too. With live sports screening throughout, you can always watch your team. For the little ones, there is an outdoor play area for hours of fun. With disabled access, free Wi-Fi, and friendly vibes, this is the place for fun and delicious days out. Expect great service, tasty drinks, and chargrilled dishes hot off the flames. Book a table or pop in! EV charging is av...”
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Sports
- Popular for solo dining
- Happy hour drinks
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Food at bar
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- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Dancing
- Food
- Happy hour drinks
- Offerings· 5
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Dining options· 1
- Seating
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Parking· 5
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Parking
- Highlights· 4
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Sports
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Bars near Donkey Derby
- The Barley Mow4.44080.9 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
steak pie, sunday lunch, good beer selection
- The Cock & Magpie4.7491.3 mi
sunday roast, fish and homemade chips, steak and ale pie
- The Anvil4.1412 mi
quiz nights, pool table, ale on pump
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donkey DerbyReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.32,247 | — | £10–20 | chicken burger with candy floss dip, outdoor play area, tater tots |
| The Barley MowReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.4408 | 0.9 mi | £10–20 | steak pie, sunday lunch, good beer selection |
| The Cock & Magpie | 4.749 | 1.3 mi | — | sunday roast, fish and homemade chips, steak and ale pie |
| The Anvil | 4.141 | 2 mi | — | quiz nights, pool table, ale on pump |
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