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Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 475 reviews

What L M likes about Derf's:
The service is friendly, and the food is delicious. The lovely patio is dog-friendly, making it a great spot to relax. It’s a wonderful neighborhood gathering place! View all feedback.

What Kendra T doesn't like about Derf's:
I had the most disrespectful and rude experience imaginable! My husband and I had been driving for hours and just stopped at this restaurant to use the restroom. View all feedback.

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5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Dovie
10.02.2023 - 18:09

The chicken salad was excellent, and the server was friendly and very attentive.

Idell
10.02.2023 - 18:09

This place has a relaxed vibe, delicious food, and really gives off the feel of a cozy local beach house. The staff were incredibly welcoming!

Eloise
10.02.2023 - 18:09

I absolutely loved the food and the service! They even found my purse that I accidentally left behind. Thank you so much, everyone! You’re amazing!

Kauto
10.02.2023 - 18:09

Delicious cooked to order with friendly wait staff. Tasty mimosas and reasonable prices.

Betsy
10.02.2023 - 18:09

Amazing tri-tip sandwich and bacon cheese burger great bread cooked just right the bartender and manager were great. Brenda and Erin I will be back they gave us...

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Google
4.4 ★ from 278 reviews
Renee
26.02.2024 - 09:01

This was our first visit, and we definitely plan to return. The potato skins were freshly made, and we enjoyed the fish and chips. The fish had a perfectly cook...

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Jeanine
26.02.2024 - 09:01

While on a road trip, I looked for a dog-friendly restaurant near the freeway and stumbled upon this hidden gem. The server was incredibly friendly, and the foo...

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Beckie
26.02.2024 - 09:01

I enjoyed a delicious game day lunch featuring a chicken Caesar sandwich. The flavor was fantastic, and I really love the bread they use for their sandwiches.

Pearl
26.02.2024 - 09:01

This place is on the corner of mission and state. I honestly don't know how they stay in business after all of these years. The food is mediocre and it's way ov...

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Robo
26.02.2024 - 09:01

Kid friendly, outside patio seating, great for a PINT!

Yelp
3.5 ★ from 145 reviews
L
06.09.2023 - 11:43

The service is friendly, and the food is delicious. The lovely patio is dog-friendly, making it a great spot to relax. It’s a wonderful neighborhood gathering p...

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Kendra
06.09.2023 - 11:43

I had the most disrespectful and rude experience imaginable! My husband and I had been driving for hours and just stopped at this restaurant to use the restroom...

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regina
06.09.2023 - 11:43

I'm not very familiar with this area, and I had a limited amount of time to grab a bite to eat. I searched on Google for lunch options nearby, and this restaura...

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Tripadvisor
3.6 ★ from 42 reviews

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