Don's Original Restaurant & Pub

Food took a long time and they weren't that busy.

We were put on a waitlist for a table. We sat at the bar while we waited and were never seated at a table. Finally gave up and ordered food at the bar. The bartender wasn't very friendly but the food was good.

My family and I frequent the Pub and we always have a great experience. Last night was no exception (other than the completely oblivious Tesla owner who's alarm kept going off every 5 minutes obviously outside of anyone's control 🤣) I'd like to spotlight one of your incredible employees. I'm so upset I can't remember their name, as they've served us before and are always so wonderful. Curly blonde hair, kind and radiates curiosity and humility. My husband and I were watching the fireworks on the patio while our kids played over by the tree. A child similar in age to my kids approached them for help as they were lost and had no phone. The kids brought them over to the Patio. Without hesitation our server overheard the situation and jumped in offering their phone so they could call their parent/guardian. After overhearing an intense conversation with the child and their father, this server sensed their distress and offered to walk with them to the intersection where their parent told them to go. I walked in to the restaurant a bit later to use the restroom and overheard the other staff members concerned and discussing the whereabouts of their team member. Genuine concern and understanding after they learned the situation. The fact that this server felt comfortable enough to just up and help a patron speaks to not only her character, but this establishments leadership shadow and this incredible team. Tonight my children learned a lesson in kindness and humanity through the actions of this server, and my heart is full 💓 Thank you again and keep shining bright y'all!!

Great food, great atmosphere with a variety of sports on TV, and really good food!

Excellent communication! The gentleman up front was very nice and very personable with a lot of character. I would definitely recommend this place!

Wonderful little pub! The plates we got were amazing and huge. The workers were nice and attentive to us as soon as we walked inside. Everything was clean and as soon as another table left the workers were cleaning it up. A nice place for a quick lunch and a drink.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: The Big Plate

Always really great food and great service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish Fry, Bacon Cheeseburger

We went here today because they did a fundraiser with the Penfield Girls Swim team. This location is always helping out in this way. I have been here for fund raising breakfasts as well…

Today’s fund raiser was Big Plates (garbage plates). They were donating 3 dollars for every plate sold today.

For those of you have not been here it’s converted over from a Dons Original / Pub combo and set up the same. In one door is counter service similar to Dons Bill Grays etc. and in the other door is a pub style bar type area.

I have not been to the bar area but I’d stop in if I was in the area. And I think I saw a sign that said beer and a burger 10 bucks M-F 12-3. The details maybe off so don’t quote me but that would be a good place to meet a buddy for lunch.

The plates were very good. The meat sauce will make or break a plate and theirs is very very good. The burger patties are not the tiny patties you get at some places. They were large and good quality. I always cover my mac salad with meat sauce so I can only comment the combo was great. Fries and home fries were as expected.

We took the plates home and I split one with my daughter. We were both full. If I ate the whole thing myself I’d have been on the couch. My wife and daughter got one each. My wife has yet to eat hers but my daughter ate 1.5 burgers and about half the rest of the plate. All that swimming makes her hungry!

I look forward to a beer and burger someday and I’d return for a really good plate for sure!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Katie gives great service and the food is always great

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Super clientele!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Western Chicken Quesadillas, Buffalo Chicken Soup

Great family place and a nice place to enjoy a good meal.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Owners John and Karen have created a nice family friendly town bar that serves quality food, great wings! Good place to socialize, watch a game, whatever!

Parking: Easy

Kid-friendliness: Maybe too kid friendly

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Fish Fry, Hamburger

Had the best time ever! Love it here. Most definitely will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Don's Big Plate

The Penfield Pub has the best burgers!! Love coming here to watch games and enjoy good company. Friendly staff and great food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We love Katie John and the food!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Tenders, Don's Big Plate, Bacon Cheeseburger, Side Salad, Philly Cheesesteak