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Tom Wahl's Canandaigua

3.8 (57 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Good for kids

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Kristen H.

Convenient spot on route 332. Very large dining room. Looked very clean but the smell was a bit off. We had friendly kids wait on us. Food came quickly and was just as expected.

Tammra S.

Great staff, plenty of parking, plenty of seating inside. I don't know what makes Tom Wahls so different than your regular fast food chain restaurant, but their burgers and sandwiches are the best! Friendly and prompt service. Our last visit my son ordered a burger and I the grilled chicken sandwich. The fries and sandwich were delicious. I would definitely recommend a stop here!

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Paul B.

Tom Whals, what can I say about this Rochester area burger joint that I've frequented since I was a kid. Outstanding bacon cheeseburgers, fries, dill pickles, and much more.... Most of the Tom Whals in the area have an Abbotts custard. Which serves up good custard and milkshakes. Tom Whals has Pepsi products. Which is a big plus for me. Let's talk about the main show at Tom Whals. The bacon cheeseburger. It's a hand pressed burger that's seasoned just right. Throw on some white american cheese and crispy bacon, and you got yourself one tasty burger dripping with a little grease. So, you know it's good for burger standards. Their markee burger is the Whalburger. I've never tried it, but from what I hear, it's a good one. Overall, I've never been disappointed when coming to this classic burger joint.

Gordon V.

Good food, good location, good customer service, clean. This is a great stop if visiting the Canandaigua area. Tips for healthier options, you can have the haddock baked instead of fried, and there is grilled chicken and salad. The burgers are great especially with their hot sauce which is awesome! Fries are the chunkier ones, and they have pepsi products. Abbots ice cream is always a great dessert after your meal or on its own. Customer service prompt and friendly. Lots of booths and seating. Ketchup and mustard on tables, you have to ask for relish they keep it behind the counter.

Wahlberg with bacon & fries!
Art H.

I moved to the area almost 10 years ago, and for some reason, I never visited a Tom Wahl's. Huge mistake on my part! I used to go to the Burger Shack in Victor till they closed. Never knowing that right down the road from me was a haven for a true burger lover. I ordered the Wahlburger with bacon to start, I'll tell you right now I'm absolutely coming back for the Big Bopper, and the onion rings, cuz this time I had the fries. But what really impressed me were the employees. I asked for salt from a young man, he promptly said where it was, as he was walking towards it. That's not a common occurrence, especially when it comes to fast food. Every person working behind the counter genuinely wanted to make sure I enjoyed my visit, never knowing it was my first time. Congratulations to Steve Kasmar, the managers, listed on the front door. You have done an incredible job with your staff, I will be back. Make sure you check their website for coupons, I missed that on this first visit.

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Guy R.

Was driving through during lunch and stopped for a quick bite. Co worker got the junker plate and said it was good, I got a double burger. The service was fine, the wait for the food was not that long. My burger was good, probably one of the better burgers I've had in a while. was fresh and tasty. It is just what you expect

Two Chicken Tenders (5 pc), French Fries, 55 Junker Plate, Wahlburger "lettuce wrap" = bunless with a side of lettuce

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6 months ago

Best trash plate in Canandaigua can have a burger and a Texas hot covered in spicy meat sauce

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7 months ago

The service was fairly quick and hot. I ordered a Swiss Mushroom burger with literally 3 baby mushrooms on it.

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2 years ago

Great burgers, and if you get there between 3 and 4 you can get a root beer float for $2. Great, crunchy fries too! I highly recommend.

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7 years ago

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Thanks, Gordon! Come again soon!

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2 years ago

I really love the Hollywood burger, and their homemade root beer in a frosted mug is unbelievable.

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The food was ok, however they really needed to power wash their outdoor seating and clean up the grounds a bit.

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6 years ago

Best burgers and meat sauce! Love it here and the new outdoor area is great. Service is quick and they are always friendly.

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Thanks for rating us 5 stars, Mike!

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8 years ago

Great place to get a Bacon Double Cheese burger!! Staff was ok, food was excellent!! Very busy!!

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Thanks for rating us 5 stars, Harold! We hope to see you again soon!

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I don't particularly find their root beer to be anything spectacular, so I usually just opt for a Pepsi.

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