Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Keene's Oldest Family Restaurant Since 1969
Established in 1969, our restaurant has served as Keene's oldest family-owned dining destination for over five decades. We specialize in Greek, Italian, and American cuisine crafted from the finest ingredients, offering both dine-in experiences and extensive catering services. Our commitment to quality food at affordable prices is matched by our dedication to community involvement, supporting local schools and organizations. With a warm, inviting atmosphere and private function rooms, we cater to events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions. Our team, led by experienced professionals, maintains the legacy of founder Michael Blastos while adapting to modern tastes.Recognized as 'Caterer of the Year' multiple times, we combine tradition with innovation in every meal we prepare. Our breakfast service operates all day, and our menu features signature burgers, tantalizing appetizers, and old favorites that have delighted generations. We take pride in creating memorable dining experiences that make customers feel at home. Our 50-year history reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence in both food and service. Through renovations and evolving culinary trends, we've maintained our position as the Monadnock region's favorite family restaurant.
Services
Greek Cuisine
Italian Cuisine
American Cuisine
Catering Services
Breakfast All Day
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We have served Keene for over 50 years with family-owned hospitality
- Our menu features three distinct culinary traditions in one location
- We offer customized catering for events up to 10,000 guests
- Our team maintains the legacy of Mayor Mike Blastos' culinary expertise
- We provide both on-premise dining and off-premise catering services
Associations and certifications
- Caterer of the Year
What people say
Excellent service
Delicious food
Perfect venue
Superb catering
Outstanding service
Services
Catering Services
Our catering division handles events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions for up to 10,000 guests. We specialize in customized menus for weddings, anniversaries, corporate events, and special occasions. With over 50 years of experience, our team ensures every detail from menu planning to service execution meets the highest standards.
Greek Cuisine
Our Greek menu features authentic dishes made with traditional recipes passed down through generations. We offer classic preparations of souvlaki, moussaka, and spanakopita using fresh, high-quality ingredients. This culinary tradition forms one-third of our diverse menu that also includes Italian and American favorites.
Italian Cuisine
Our Italian offerings include house-made pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and traditional entrees that reflect the richness of Italian culinary heritage. This menu component complements our Greek and American selections, creating a unique trifecta of flavors that has become our signature dining experience.
American Cuisine
Our American menu features hearty portions of comfort food favorites, including signature burgers and old-style entrees. This culinary option completes our trio of dining experiences, providing familiar favorites alongside our Greek and Italian specialties in a welcoming atmosphere.
Breakfast All Day
We serve breakfast favorites throughout our operating hours, offering classic morning dishes at any time of day. This service includes traditional breakfast items prepared with the same attention to quality that defines our lunch and dinner menus, available daily from opening until closing.
People
Michael Blastos
Founder
Established The Pub in 1969 after decades in the restaurant industry, serving as Keene's mayor for 8 years while maintaining his culinary legacy until his passing in 2013.
Kimberly A. Ioannou
Catering Manager
Daughter of Michael Blastos, she has managed catering operations for over 20 years, earning multiple 'Caterer of the Year' awards while maintaining family culinary traditions.
Merri Howe
Co-Owner
Continues the family legacy as co-owner, working alongside her sister to maintain the restaurant's standards of quality food and service established by their father.
Questions
How long has The Pub been in business?
We've been serving Keene since February 1969, making us the area's oldest family-owned restaurant with over 50 years of history.
What types of cuisine do you offer?
Our menu features three distinct culinary traditions: Greek, Italian, and American cuisine, plus breakfast available all day.
Do you provide catering services?
Yes, we offer both on-premise and off-premise catering for events up to 10,000 guests, with customized menus for weddings and special occasions.
What are your restaurant hours?
We're open Tuesday through Sunday from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The restaurant is closed on Mondays.
Where are you located?
We're at 131 Winchester Street, Keene, NH 03431, with convenient access from all directions around the Monadnock region.
Have you received any awards?
Yes, our catering division has been recognized multiple times as 'Caterer of the Year' for our exceptional event services.
Reviews (6)
Diane Burdick
Apr 05, 2022
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The breakfast was way below average eggs were flat and barely had any on the plate, the toast was the worst toast I have eaten anywhere, the waiter was excellent young tall man
Sir Clifford Drake Malcolm Jackson
Feb 22, 2022
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Very friendly staff and the food was good! Ive only been here once recently though (for breakfast) so i dont have too much to offer besides that! I am planning on going back though!
Kyle Butler
Jan 09, 2022
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The pancakes were dry, I asked for crispy fried potatoes, they were barely cooked potatoes, and the corned beef hash, which on the menu was I believe $5, was overpriced for the serving size. The bacon was the only good part of the meal. Probably not going here ever again.
Linda & John Burrows
Dec 31, 2021
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Went for a take out lunch. I had the gyro with lamb if you could call it that. The meat was more like a bad meatloaf. My husband had manicotti. Very little season and flavor. The onion rings were soggy. Most of our lunch went into the trash. Won't go there again. Obviously this is for the college kids who want cheap and don't care about taste or quality.
Elaine Hayford
Dec 25, 2021
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I am a kind of breakfast girl and love to go to unique places with great breakfast meals the PUD restaurant great atmosphere and the meal was fantastic
Kevin Hubbard
Nov 21, 2021
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Ordered two hash and eggs. I don't know about you but we like our hash with some crunch but in these meals it was barely warm and soggy. The eggs were also cold. The homefries were not seasoned and some were crisp and some were over cooked. The waitress was nice but not very helpful I used to go here alot but thinking I will skip this place for a while.
