Back in November 2022, I was visiting my friend from Belper, to go somewhere to eat. It was such a rainy day. I haven't been to this place before. So, we decided to go somewhere different as well as supporting one of the local businesses in the area. We were welcomed by Janice; she was very friendly and reassuring too. She held great conversations & the staff over there were amazing too. We tried the steak over there. Totally forgotten which steak we had. Possibly the fillet steak I think that we both had or the Denver Steak one. The experience was amazing. It was very expensive, but we both really enjoyed the food and company too. We may come back in the future!
The staff were wonderful at accommodating my husband's wheelchair and any of our other needs. Attentive and friendly throughout. Food was delicious and we definitely weren't hungry by the end of it! The unique way of serving the steak was a real selling point that I have never seen elsewhere. Worth the trip.
One of the best steak houses I've been to! We went on a date because we had been highly recommended the place and it definitely did not disappoint. The staff are absolutely wonderful and we are very polite. The food's displays came out still cooking in front of you whilst you ate and the alcoholic drinks were amazing - especially the old fashioned. Lots of variety and everything is high quality. Thank you for a great night!
We selected this steak house for our first dinner in Derby. The steaks are served under cooked. You have to cut them in to strips and finish off on a hot rock. This method helps to retain their full flavour. Superb…! Top quality of the food….!!!
After a really long hard day I was yearning for some quality meat and nothing else would hit the spot. I stumbled upon the Forge and was at first a little hesitant, the temperature was close to 30 during the day so the thought of cooking on a hot stone at the table was a little off putting so initially walked in and went straight back out again. Walking up and down the high street aimlessly and thinking about nothing but meat I thankfully decided to return. I was torn between the king fillet and the chateaubriand but opted for the latter as never heard of a king fillet. My meal arrived on the hot plate and I was happy with both the length and girth of the meat offered. The chips were possibly up there with the best I have ever had and the meat was top quality, I did sweat a bit with the hit plate but forced the succulent meat down anyway. Really nice meal and great service
I have been visiting The Forge once a week for the past few months and it is possibly one of the best steal houses I have ever visited.
I love the hot stone cooking concept as you can cook the steak exactly how you like it and the food stays hot throughout.
I always choose the butcher's choice priced at £24. With a pint of lime and soda the whole meal costs £25. Excellent value.
The staff are also very friendly and helpful and it is always a delight to visit.
What an absolute treat this place is! Located in the blacksmiths yard (Google maps doesn’t find it). The steak is superb! We had Camembert to start with bread which was super tasty, then we shared a chateaubriand steak between two as it seemed like the cheapest option. It was certainly enough. I love how you cook the steak to your own liking and there is a little instruction card on your table to tell you how long to cook it for. The blue cheese sauce is top notch. It does get quite busy here so may be wise to book a table, we did managed to walk in but we went at about 6/6:30pm. Definitely worth a visit if you fancy a delicious steak!
First visit. Taken by son and daughter in law for husband's birthday. They have been several times. Staff were excellent - efficient and polite. We all had steak which you cook yourself on a (very!) hot stone. Something different - a whole new experience for anyone bored with the usual, run of the mill, restaurant meals. Not cheap but not overly expensive. No complaints from anyone in our party. Will definitely visit again!
Awesome place. Had one of the best steaks here. Was skeptical at first especially with the smoky environment but the end result was WOW! I love love this place. They even have kids menu. My baby was happy to eat there lol.
There should however be a side plate to rest your steak on to avoid overcooking or steak getting burnt.
Great place with amazing food and friendly staff, highly recommended 👌
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