Donovan's Pub Reviews Summary

Atmosphere

Pros:

• "The atmosphere is unique in the sense that it cannot be found in many other places."
• "The atmosphere was warm and inviting."
• "At first glance Donovan's pub looks like a regular bar with loud people, tvs and a lot of drinking. However, as you approach the dining area the entire vibe changes."
• "The atmosphere when I walked into this pub was fantastic there was at least 100 people singing, clanking their beers and playing music like I said, it felt like you were in Ireland!"
• "We went on a Thursday late afternoon and place was energetic and lively, just what you expect from a well-known busy tavern."
• "The ambience is reminiscent of the rolling lush hills of Ireland and the taverns that inhabit them."
• "Love the atmosphere, especially in the back room."

Cons:

• "Nice Irish pub, but unfortunately overrated."
• "It was kinda hot and stuffy inside."
• "This place is absolutely disgusting... place looks old and greasy."
• "The layout of the party room we were in was somewhat awkward."
• "I was here for a political fund raiser. This is not the best venue for a fund raiser. Too many people."

Food

Pros:

• "Theirs is a pub burger worth a travel from other boroughs. The size is right, the blend of beef cuts is right, fat level is right, and even the fries are right."
• "Definitely lived up to the social media hype and no doubt best tavern burger in Queens."
• "Never disappointed but today, that burger and fries was nothing short of scrumptious! Delish!"
• "Very cheap wings and very yummy."
• "French onion soup, famous juicy burgers or shepherd's pie will not disappoint 😋"
• "The food omg, we had baked clams, crab cake, the platter for apps then I had the filet of sole ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ 5 stars, thank you!"
• "The food was superb!! Definitely coming back!"

Cons:

• "Rwgrettably, not what it used to be. I had to send back the burger which was overdone and the bacon was almost black."
• "The meat was way over salted. The potatoes were bland and tasted like they were made with water only, and the vegetables were canned."
• "It's a hit or miss with the food, sometimes and some items are awesome, and sometimes not."
• "Chicken fingers so greasy, burger so rare and ordered med well, steak fries not fully cooked."
• "Their burgers were your average pub burgers, nothing special or overall great about them."
• "Stopped here on Sunday evening for two burgers. Both extremely bland and needed seasoning."
• "Been twice and food is below average, it was that bad I had to send back on my second visit."

Service

Pros:

• "Service and the bartenders are top notch, not to mention the food."
• "Servers were very attentive, and despite too many people, service was really fast."
• "The staff are great, welcoming, quick to serve you and quick to learn your name."
• "We were given a private room for the retirement party. It was great, our waitress was fantastic."
• "The best was our server. She was attentive, fast and very helpful."
• "The service was great and our waitress was gracious, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and out going."
• "The staff was attentive and courteous, and they made me feel welcome."

Cons:

• "I'll be real, the burgers are good, cheap, and big. However the service is pretty lacking if you're a small party (1-3)."
• "Their staff's rudeness and ignorance will sooner or later shut down this establishment."
• "Food was great. The server wasn't. She was not attentive in any form."
• "Depending on the server you get, the service can be great to terrible."
• "The service tended to be sullen and lackluster."
• "For a busy night though they really could have used more wait staff."
• "HORRIBLE SERVICE!!! THE WAIT STAFF IS THE RUDEST!!! AVOID THIS PLACE!!!"

Value

Pros:

• "Prices are fair, you might think they are high, but I think they match the excellent quality of the food."
• "One can choose any burger on their extensive burger menu with a side of fries or onion rings for less than 20 bucks, it’s a deal I’m willing to sign up for every day."
• "Donovan's offer's a solid burger for a decent price."
• "They have a drink special w a pitcher and wings for 17."

Cons:

• "Will not go there again for the price of the food. 2 people 4 beers $125.00. and a $40.00 dollar tip."
• "Charged me 15 bucks when my friend (who ate from the buffet) fed me a small piece of pineapple."
• "Also has crab cakes only 1 for 9$. Also the bake calms were slightly burnt."
• "I thought the flavor and texture was fine but the portions made is a poor value."