The Early Bird

The ladies who work there are the absolute sweetest, and the kitchen sends out the food in a reasonable amount of time. It's good for diner food, large portions at reasonable prices, but to get vegetables you have to order a BLT or a hamburger. Forget about fruit. Free parking on the street out front. There's apparently only one working restroom, a gender-neutral one off the side room. They have the capacity for large groups and will take a reservation if you call ahead. Not really my kind of place, but the pickings are slim in Donora, so I can recommend The Early Bird.

Little diner in the middle of an old run-down steel mill town. Walking into the diner is like stepping back in time, with its swinging doors, bar-seating, and older signs and kitchen items. The service is friendly, and usually fast. The waitresses do tend to seem a little overwhelmed at times when it is busy. Coffee.... Typical of what you would find at a diner. OJ.... Generic Wal-Mart brand straight from the jug. The food scores higher marks. Omelettes are overfilled with toppings and cooked perfectly. Potatoes are seasoned well. And the pancakes are so big they hang over the plate! Toast is hit or miss.... It is usually forgotten, comes out much later than your meal, or is cold, as apparent by the butter that hasn't melted. Overall, though, a good stop for a filling and affordable breakfast.

Nice option for breakfast while visiting family in the area. I had a meat lovers omelet and home fries. Food was good (spicy sausage was the best part) and service was great.

This dinner did not disappoint!! I will be back again and again. The breakfast was delicious with the biggest pancake I've ever seen... and they were all you can eat! When we asked we were told some people actually order another one and yes pancake two is as big as the first! The hot sausage and the breakfast links were so savory and tasty! There was nothing not to like. The owners and staff are lovely, friendly, and answered all our questions. The coffee, which is often a diner deal breaker for me, was hot and good! I'll definitely be back! The hot turkey sandwich on the menu is made with real turkey breast not deli meat...I asked. Do yourself a favor and make time for a visit!!

Great locally owned diner. When you walk you get exactly what you'd expect from a local diner. Service with a smile, massive pancakes, good eggs and bacon. Going to make this a Sunday morning tradition.Give them a try!!