Derby Day Dining at the Meadowlands Racetrack

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

With only one Derby Prep race remaining (Saturday’s Lexington Stakes at Keeneland), it’s a perfect time to get excited about Derby Day dining.

The greatest two minutes in sports – the Kentucky Derby – takes place on Saturday, May 2, and the Meadowlands Racetrack is the best place to watch and wager.  Racetrack doors open at 9 am, with the first Churchill Downs post at 11 am.  Live harness racing featuring the Dexter Cup and Lady Suffolk starts at 6:35 pm, and the Kentucky Derby post time is 6:57 pm.

To ensure your preferred dining experience, reserve your outdoor Café picnic table or indoor Lounge table early. Tables can be purchased here: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/meadowlandsracetrack/2026-derby-day-dining

• Café:
  • $125 per 4-person table
  • Waiter service

• • Guarantees track seating
  • Ticket purchase price is a food credit (valid only on Saturday, May 2, 2026) for use at the Cafe on Derby Simulcast Day for racetrack staples like chicken wings, French fries, cheesesteaks, burgers, pretzels, popcorn, ice cream, and more.

• Lounge:

• $75 Bar Seat / $150 2-Person Table / $300 4-Person Table /300 3-Person Couch
• Waiter Service
• Guarantees track seating
• The ticket purchase includes a food and beverage credit for use at the Victory Bar & Kitchen on Derby Day (valid only on Saturday, May 2, 2026), featuring a range of delicious options like burgers, nachos, salads, and more, ensuring a satisfying experience.

Pink Restaurant will open early at 4 p.m., and the buffet will begin at 4:30 p.m. The $69.95 buffet (excludes tax and gratuity) features Bourbon bacon deviled eggs, pulled pork sliders, Nashville hot chicken, carved Sirloin, smothered pork chops, and pecan pie. Reservations can be made by calling 201-The-BigM (201-843-2446) or visiting https://playmeadowlands.com/dine/pink/

For a complete list of nightly events, promotions, and an updated racing calendar, please visit PlayMeadowlands.com.

Looking to book a corporate event or private party?  Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment has unlimited event possibilities – from a rooftop terrace with skyline views to Trackside to private Skybox Suites.  Book a Party today by emailing alokshin@playmeadowlands.com.

As a reminder, guests must be 18+ to wager and 21+ to gamble on sports. Have a gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.