Some landmarks in Western New York are timeless, because they have kept that same original look that they had when they first were established. 

And one restaurant has been consistent with their original era, so when you walk through the door, you are transported back to the ‘60s. 

They even have checkered walls and a payphone at this local diner!

Tom Wahl’s in Avon, NY has been around since 1955. They are a local fast-food chain that is known for its hamburgers, fries, and handcrafted root beer. 

And the root beer is incredible….customers from all over Western New York flock to Avon just to enjoy a frosted mug of their delicious root beer.

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Even though Tom Wahl’s is a chain restaurant, it manages to give you that “at-home” feel, which is why many people keep coming back to Tom Wahl’s.

Now, there are 9 upstate locations for Tom Wahl’s, which is great for people who have an appetite for a Wahlburger!

It is often called the “best cheeseburger in Rochester, NY” and you can’t really disagree when you try it for yourself. 

I got a veggie burger made to be a Hollywood, one of the popular items on the menu, and it was so good. Plus, Tom Wahl’s has some of the best cheese curds you will ever find. 

You walk in, you order, and you get your food within minutes. By the time you leave, you’ll forget what year it actually is. 

Tom Wahl’s is an old school original, and it never disappoints!

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