Slug & Lettuce - Derby Cocktail Bar

11 Iron Gate, Derby DE1 3FJ

About This Pub

Ah, Slug & Lettuce in Derby – what a gem for a cheeky night out or a special occasion! From what I've gathered, the staff are the real stars here; they're so friendly and on point, like how they kept glasses topped up and added a bit of banter during those bottomless brunches and birthday bashes. The cocktails are spot on, and the food options, including plant-based choices, seem to hit the mark for everyone. Plus, with all those events like Pride celebrations and quiz nights, it's got that vibrant, inclusive feel that makes you want to come back. On the downside, it does fill up quickly, so you might have to plan ahead or deal with a wait, and the age restrictions after 8:30pm could put a damper on family plans. Prices are about what you'd expect, but they can mount up if you're indulging in the offers. All in all, it's a solid choice for a laugh and some great drinks in Derby – I'd say give it a go if you're up for some proper good times!

Pros and Cons

Pros

The staff are absolutely brilliant, always attentive and full of personality – they really make the visit memorable, like how Liv and Gina went above and beyond for those hen parties and birthdays.
They've got a cracking selection of cocktails and food, with deals like bottomless brunch that make it perfect for a fun day out or celebrating with mates.
It's a welcoming spot with loads of events, from Pride month specials to Flamingo Bingo, creating a lively and inclusive vibe that's great for groups.
Dog-friendly during the week, which is handy if you're popping in with your furry friend, and they've got a nice outdoor area for when the weather's good.

Cons

It can get pretty busy, especially on weekends or for events, so you might end up waiting around or finding it a bit cramped.
No one under 18 after 8:30pm, which means it's not ideal if you're planning a family outing that runs late into the evening.
With moderate prices, things can add up quickly if you're going for the full experience with cocktails and food, so it might not suit those on a tight budget.

Contact Information

11 Iron Gate, Derby DE1 3FJ

+441332341946

Cocktail bar

Closed

Opening Hours

Monday	12:00 - 22:00
Tuesday	12:00 - 22:00
Wednesday	12:00 - 22:00
Thursday	12:00 - 23:00
Friday (Today)	12:00 - 00:00
Saturday	11:00 - 01:00
Sunday	12:00 - 22:00

Location

Recent Reviews

My hen due party of 13, liv was our waitress. She was absolutely brilliant made our moneys worth, was never without ann empty glass and made sure to explain everything to us would definitely recommend. Thank you liv for my making my hen due fabulous 💕

Ebby

Visited on the 25th May for my friend's birthday. We had the bottomless brunch, which consisted of 2 hours of unlimited cocktails and a choice of brunch dish. Our server was Gina, and she was an absolute diamond. Gina was welcoming, funny, and understood the vibe of our group. The Slug was also celebrating its own birthday, and so patrons were treated to a shot of Tequila Rose topped with cream ( very tasty 😋). 2 members of our group had the plant based breakfast, and they raved about how good it was, always a bonus coming from self-confessed carnivores. My goddaughter had the big breakfast, and I had the cheeseburger. We were all pleased with the food, and the cocktails were on point also. The loss in point for atmosphere was not due to the Slug but more to the fact that we were a lively bunch and the other customers seemed much much tamer...lol. Bottomless brunches should always be a vibe, and Gina our server definitely passed ✔️ we will definitely be going back and look forward to even more great customer service.

Rinthylicious

Our girl Gina was the best host we could have asked for! She was so welcoming, funny and just brought the vibes for us on my mums birthday! Honestly, she is definitely a keeper for slug and lettuce so treat her the best you can! The food was fantastic, my nanna and mum have never had plant based food before and really enjoyed it! The big breakfast and bacon cheeseburger was amazing too! Again, thank you Gina for making the start of our day AMAZING!!! Also, HAPPY BIRTHDAY SLUG & LETTUCE!

Tirah Manahan

Amazing afternoon at our first visit to the Derby Slug & Lettuce. Lovely venue, great service, especially from Georgina. Would 100% recommend. We will be back. Thank you

Jenna Hardy

We had a fantastic Bottomless Brunch experience, thanks to Lauren and Sean. They have been so friendly, polite and attentive. It's been a brilliant afternoon ❤️

Holly Victoria