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    Donovan's Pub

    4.0 (601 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers, Pubs, American
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    DONOVAN'S PUB ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    The Devine Bovine, French onion soup, The Wisconsin (from bottom to top)
    Jairo E.

    Definitely the best burger in queens! The inside is larger than expected, don't be thrown off if the bar is crowded when you walk in. The servers are great and they have fantastic live music! I've had their shepherds pie and would definitely get again as an appetizer. That or the french onion soup. I've been countless times and every burger combination is definitely worth trying. The burger might look simple but it's packed with flavor. The patty is thick, juicy, and the ingredients taste fresh, i mean look at that tomato and patty! And in today's burger, the candied bacon paired perfectly with the brie cheese. Give the devine bovine a try!

    Gail B.

    This is a Cheers-style bar where everybody knows your name. The crowd seems like it is comprised of regulars. Another Yelper and I had drinks at the crowded bar, which had multiple televisions airing professional sports. The crowd was fun; and the noise, moderate. The bartender made us two cocktails: a Cosmopolitan for my dining partner, and a Rocket Old Fashioned for me. My drink was strong and tasty. We ordered two hamburgers: The Jack (3/5 stars) and The Woodsider (5/5 stars). We also ordered the Shepherd's Pie (3/5 stars), the Baked Clams (5/5 stars), the Sweet Potato Fries (2/5 stars), the Onion Rings (2/5 stars); and the Bocci Ball (5/5 stars). I would definitely come back to try some other burgers. Their burgers are big, juicy and hearty--one of the best that I have ever tasted in NYC. I would also have the baked clams again. The stuffing was well seasoned and moist. My least favorite foods were the sweet potato fries and onion rings. They were both incredibly greasy, and the fries were not seasoned enough. I had to add a lot more salt. Jamie our server was attentive despite it being relatively busy. The food prices are reasonable for NYC. Finding a parking space was tough when we went--on 1/31/26, a Saturday evening. Only street parking was available in a neighborhood whose streets were still covered with about a half a foot of snow that fell nearly the week before.

    1/31/26 delicious baked clams-underrated
    Stacey S.

    1/31/26. Bar was jam packed on a Saturday late afternoon, especially with regulars. Christine was friendly, not the best cosmo, a bit too sweet. Had to wait for our drinks since she was the only bartender, which is bizarre considering the crowd. Started with the baked clams and the mini shepards pie. Clams were great, really flavorful but the pie needed more seasoning, it was too bland. We came for the burgers and they didn't disappoint, the bacon cheddar (best one) and the jack. Both were thick, juicy and cooked med rare as requested. Perfect! The onion rings had too much breading and the sweet potato fries were alright. Jaime, our server, was lovely. I would definitely return for the baked clams and the burgers, despite the parking being a challenge

    Exterior Pub
    Melissa J.

    Best burger in Queens and best Mets pub ever. Service is always attentive, they're all very old school here. There is no questioning why this place has been around for so long. They expanded the back dining room and added tvs, it looks excellent. Can't say enough good things about this place and I've been coming here for years. If there's a Mets home game be sure to male reservations ahead of time!

    Chicken Parmigiana.   Their sauce is delicious
    Mary Kate G.

    Came here for lunch after the burial of my dad's ashes. This place has been here forever and the food has not changed. Constant delicious. Their baked clams are the best I have ever had. They come on a steaming black hot plate. The staff makes you feel like family. Service was outstanding above and beyond. We were a party of about 24 of us. All who like our beer and wine. They took orders and delivered super quick. If you want a delicious meal and feel like family this is the place!!

    Todd C.

    Haven't been here in well Over 15 years. Came with my wife some friends. This place is known for their burgers and it was very good but I can't say it's the best I've had. I do like the nice homemade french potatoes they make. Wife and I split the Sheppards pie mini for an appetizer. This was delicious. Came out super hot and there was a nice flavor to the mix and potatoes. I'll come back again and want to get some wings next time

    Giseli C.

    I live in NJ and from time to time I like to visit Donovan's pub for a few beers and also because they have the best pub food in queens . Specially their garlic Parmesan wings . However I must say I was a bit disappointed with a few things yesterday 7/12/25 . I went in and specifically said I was opening a tab but wish to pay cash at the end and I was told that would not be a problem . So we sat there for about 2-1/2 hours and I feel like we had to look for a bartender because they were just busy carrying on a conversation with someone else . I get it you need to be nice but please pay attention to the other patrons . Aside from that at the end when I asked for a BILL , instead I got a CC receipt to sign . I was under the impression I was supposed to get a bill first and then decide whether or not I would charge my card or pay cash for it . One of the bartenders apologized to us and said the other bartender wasn't aware of the fact that I would probably choose a different payment method , but either way I asked for a bill and not a CC receipt to sign . I've been going there for about 7 years now and honestly I never had this issue . I must say it was a bit disappointing :( The place wasn't really that crowded so there wasn't really an excuse for lack of attention. #Sad :(

    Wings
    Anjali M.

    Been wanting to come here for a minute to try the burger. The space is very big and the hostess was nice enough to ask if we wanted to sit in a quieter area since near the bar it was louder due to people watching the game. All the staff we encountered were very nice and our waitress was very sweet. We started with an order of wings which were cooked well and the sauces had good flavor. I got a standard cheeseburger and my partner got a burger with bacon. It was a huge portion. The burger was cooked perfectly and was tasty, and I loved the steak fries with it. Very good standard pub food!

    Angela G.

    I always forget how lucky I am to have Donovan's so close by, was hungry and remembered their kitchen closed at 12 so passed by for a soup & burger & was also excited to see the new renovations! The back has so much more space, looks like a new place. Service is always great, food always hits. A staple!

    The Sebastian and The Bacon Cheeseburger
    Amy C.

    Finally made it to the famous Donovan's Pub for their burgers! The place is way bigger than I expected, packed with people, and such a lively atmosphere! We ordered online for pickup and had a 15min wait once we got there. Tried the Sebastian and the bacon cheeseburger - both were meaty! I had to take out the lettuce just to get a proper bite (personal struggle, not a complaint). The burgers were definitely greasy, but in the best way - it does not make you regret it after. I can see why this spot is such a go-to for Mets fans and casual goers! The food hits the spot and it's affordable, but it's really the atmosphere that makes Donovan's special. You can tell they've got a loyal crowd of regulars - and for good reason!

    The Devine Bovine
    Cheyenne T.

    Ranked best burger in queens so I wanted to see what the hype was about. It was definitely a solid burger but I fear the chatter about them losing the it factor may be true. It wasn't the BEST burger l've had but definitely up there. The mozzarella sticks were yummy. The pretzel was also pretty special (if it were the thing I was eating at a baseball game). Service was friendly and attentive despite it being decently busy. There's ample seating in both a dining room and bar area. It's not too noisy on the weekday we went. They do show sports on the TVs if that's what you're into!

    The Santo
    Shane P.

    The waitstaff here were kind, but busy. We came in for one of Queens best burgers the night of a Mets game that was postponed for rain-- so the whole kitchen and dining staff were much busier than they'd anticipated. We did wait for some time for a server. Hard to blame them entirely, but it is the only thing stopping me from a 5 star here. The Santo burger was incredible. Cooked perfectly as requested. Paired well with battery, homemade onion rings and excellent pairing. I'd also say if you're looking at the potatoes skins -- get em. Well come back here to try another burger. Beers were cold, albeit a bit pricey for the area.

    The Classic Cheeseburger with half hand cut fries and half onion rings.
    Jessica J.

    Always wanted to eat here but never had the chance. Staff is welcoming and accommodating with food recommendations. Happy hour is great. One of the best burgers I've ever had. I couldn't pick fries over onion rings and she told I could do half/half! The candied bacon was thick cut and sweet and peppery. The popcorn shrimp was lightly buttered but to perfection and the tartar sauce was delicious. Donovan's is your traditional Irish pub with various rooms to host private events or even just large parties for dinner, come and grab a pint before or after the train. Will be back to the other tasty items for sure!

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    A bar with good pub food. If you order a burger ( any kind ) or onion soup, you can't go wrong. The waitress was very friendly and on point.

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