The Forge Blackrock Steakhouse

Name: The Forge Blackrock Steakhouse
Address: 1-6 Sadler Gate, Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, DE1 3PD
Telephone: 01332 366600
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.4

4.4

896 Reviews

£41 and over

Steakhouse

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The Forge Black Rock Steakhouse, Blacksmiths Yard, Sadler gate. Derby’s Premier steakhouse offering only the best cuts of meat locally sourced from award winning Owen Taylor’s & Son and served on the famous Blackrock grill stone. Come and try the best steak in Derby. The Forge is a complete dinning experience in Derby, enjoy a quiet meal in our beautifully refurbished restaurant, a drink in our outstanding bar or relax in derby’s largest outside court yard. We are not just all about steak, we offer a variety of food and drinks, we have over 100 gins and a selection of craft beers, not to mention some of the finest wine and champagne to accompany your meal. With regular events happening all year you won’t find a better place to spend some quality time.’

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 10, 2023

11:30 PM

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Fish
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–12:30 am Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–12:30 am Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:15 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
01332 366600
Website
http://theforgederby.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
We have three floors on offer, on of which is available for private dining with plenty of tables and a private, well stocked bar.

Location
1-6 Sadler Gate, Derby, Derbyshire DE1 3PD
Neighborhood
Derby
Cross street
We are in the centre of Derby's cathedral quarter.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 896 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Derbyshire
Good for groups
Derbyshire
Romantic
Derbyshire
Lively

896 Reviews

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RichAndo
Derbyshire
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We have been going for years. always liked it even though we knew the prices were a little more than elsewhere for steaks as we felt it was worth it. Last Saturday (19t/11/23) visit was our first visit since pre-lockdown. Yes we expected a price increase but from £29 - £54 for the same thing? That was a shock to be honest. I personally eat fillet steaks regularly and we have dined at the likes of Goucho's in Birmingham etc. this prices are encroaching on their high prices but sorry to say, the steaks are not even close to them. I honestly believe i cook a better fillet steak at home on the BBQ and that's £6 from Aldi. Unfortunately, we will not be returning after many years of eating there.
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KayleighB
Derbyshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and service as always would definitely recommend xx
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CHRISD
Leicestershire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the second time I have visited this fantastic restaurant amazing food, we will definitely be returning
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DaniR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quick Service and Food Came out really quick too. Happy with whole experience and would recommend to anyone looking for a quirky special night out,
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SarahW
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was a lovely meal as always, the food and wine weee lovely. The only thing I would change is, when you book it sometimes only offers you an outside table then they are always able to fit you inside. I think this could put people off now it’s becoming colder.
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SonyaA
Derbyshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food can't fault the quality of the portion size. Staff were the attentive.
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RogerS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Really, really good food would definitely go again and would recommend. Staff were very pleasant,
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MichelleM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was lovely, could have done with a bit more room on the table to cook and have space for drinks. Overall though lovely place and concept, would go again 👍🏼
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DDRG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely last minute meal. The feel of the place was relaxed, the staff were happy and great. The food was amazing. The ONLY thing I would ask for next time is an extra plate to put my steak on as by the end of my steak it was too well done as the hot stone plate obviously keeps it cooking. The cheese & bacon side is amazing!!
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garethB
Nottingham
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time. Loved the venue and the courtyard. Great atmosphere. Good was top notch. So good being able to cook steak to your liking. All the trimmings were great. We shared the chateaubriand. Was more than enough!
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SarahB
Derbyshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic service and great atmosphere. Food was exceptional quality. Will definitely be visiting again soon
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JoeNope
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 30, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was lovely. We received two menus with the same items but very very different prices. Disappointing how much the prices had be raised. The higher value foods didn't seems to be raised much but the cheaper foods raised significantly. £24 for a 12 Oz rump steak in one menu, £17 for the same 12 Oz rump steak. We then were asked if we wanted sauce for each steak £3.50 per serving of peppercorn! Despite the hyper inflated prices the steak was absolutely phenomenal. Seriously, I would go here more often if it wasn't so damn expensive.
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NerdyWizard
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Visited the Forge for the first time as a birthday outing and now I need to go again, and again. The staff were lovely and happy to answer questions, the noise and general ambience were just what you'd want when dining at what feels like a hidden gem, quiet yet with a hum of excitement, and the prices for what you get are more than fair. But how's the food you ask? In a word, tailored. In a second, incredible. Your steak is lightly seared by the chef and then brought out on a lava rock, heated to over 400C, for you to slice and cook to your satisfaction. Not only was the steak seared perfectly and seasoned well, but the experience of hearing each piece sizzle as you cook it makes this a dining experience you're not going to forget any time soon. A good selection of sides and salad are provided with your protein of choice (as chicken and fish are also available, still cooked on your lava rock) and so there's no danger of feeling under fed. All in all, it was a fantastic night out and I've no complaints!
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Mlj98
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waitress was really nice, food was spot on! And good value for money. Only downsides were small things such as tomato’s were missing from one meal and we ordered a lemonade when our meal arrived which we never got and had to cancel off the bill at the end. Also noticed onions rings don’t come as part of the meal anymore you have to buy those separately. The mains food did take a while to come out but it was fantastic I would be back again! Just this time around there was a few things to be improved on.
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FrancesC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Quite cold in the restaurant, but realised windows are open due to sometimes smoky atmosphere
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Vikki
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We enjoyed our steakhouse meal experience at Black Rock. You could see and smell the steak cooking in the restaurant, but it was enjoyable to cook your steak as desired at the table. It was a hearty portion too.
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Harpy2112
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This was the first time that we had been to the forge and it did not disappoint. the food was amazing and also in abundance. the portion size was very big for the money. this will be the first place we will book then next time we are in Derby.
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DustySnr
London
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was really good and portions are large ( maybe too big) Bit of a delay between courses but otherwise service was great.
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SusanB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Enjoyed the food, but you need to remember to take the meat off the rock once cooked to your liking. Not sure I would go again just because the place is full of smoke, and you leave smelling of beef fat. Worth a visit just for the experience.
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AndrewD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent selection of drinks and awesome food! Character of the place was also different and quirky and staff always there to help. Would defo go again!
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OpenTable Diner
Derbyshire
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic!! Never disappoints, will 100% be back. Had chateuxbriand & it was unreal.
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ClaireC
London
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Steak not as good as normal, chips not cooked enough, onion rings ok nothing special.
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AmandaH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely fantastic food and service. Would highly recommend
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donnab
Dallas
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Delicious steak, good quality Lovely chips , and fresh salad They do need some new steak knives though, tried 3 and all were quite blunt. Awful thin paper napkins , I think if I’m paying £60 for a steak I’d like a good steak knife and a decent napkin Just my opinion
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AndrewR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Generally very good. Nice spot, good service and nice steaks served in a quirky way.
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Jmceleny
Derbyshire
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect as allways staff are exclent really enjoyed our meal
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DavidD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and fantastic food, good value for money and lovely atmosphere
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Harry
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time, lovely to do something different and we will be back!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time absolutely brilliant, great gluten free choices as well
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was great …. Price for extra sauces was a bit steep, but service was really good !
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Millsy70
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. We had been once before and thought the experience was amazing. It did not disappoint the second time. Will be back for sure!
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Rachel
Cheshire
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Over priced for what it is, chips weren’t cooked properly either, personally after going to other restaurants doing the hot stone I found this was very try hard! Staff were friendly and helpful though
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MikeL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best steak in Derby for sure. Friendly staff l, good service. I rarely give 5 stars for anything but there was nothing I could fault. Will return again 100%
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SamuelP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
For the money you get a lot well worth it and loved thr almost ferrari
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Ruthie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a place I would definitely visit again...Emmah was a darling,she was quick to serve us.I would highly recommend this place
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CourtneyP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
By far the best steak ever. It was our first wedding anniversary this weekend and the table was so romantic and we even got a card. So thoughtful
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LouiseL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Whether your local or visiting Derby this place is a must, quirky bar/restaurant. Staff friendly. The food is amazing, 4 diners, all agreed never had a steak soooo good. Honestly I can’t rate this place high enough we were not disappointed, go find out for yourself just how good this place is
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DanU
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice food and friendly staff. A little frustrated at the wait for the steak to be cooked on a hot coal, whilst other food goes cold. Personally would suggest ensuring it was all cooked as requested and brought out together than put on hot coals, but I can understand the concept.
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HelenB
Nottingham
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This little gem of a restaurant is to be highly recommended. We went last night and were delighted with the welcome we received, the meal and the overall experience. We ordered the pil pil prawns, stuffed mushrooms, chateabriand and the swordfish. The food was to die for and we couldn’t fault any of it. Service is second to none. Absolutely brilliant night.
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CatherineC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely experience...would defo go back for a special occasion or for a treat...you get loads of food and will not leave Hungry...
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Forge Blackrock Steakhouse is rated 4.4 stars by 896 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 10, 2023

11:30 PM

Google Map for The Forge Blackrock Steakhouse

1-6 Sadler Gate, Derby, Derbyshire DE1 3PD

Additional information

Cross street
We are in the centre of Derby's cathedral quarter.
Neighborhood
Derby
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–12:30 am Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–12:30 am Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:15 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Fish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://theforgederby.co.uk/
Phone number
01332 366600
Private party facilities
We have three floors on offer, on of which is available for private dining with plenty of tables and a private, well stocked bar.

The Forge Blackrock Steakhouse

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Additional information

Menu

What 896 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

How is The Forge Blackrock Steakhouse restaurant rated?

Is The Forge Blackrock Steakhouse currently accepting reservations?

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