BATAVIA/Iconic Pok-A-Dot restaurant owner passes away

The legendary Pok-A-Dot restaurant is grieving the loss of it’s owner this evening.

Philly Pastore passed away today surrounded by family.

Pastore along with co-owner Joe “Trigger” Marone opened the Pok-A-Dot restaurant together 65 years ago in 1953.

Phil and Joe also owned and operated Sunny’s Restaurant from 1977 – 2000.

Joe Marone passed away in October of 2014.

In June of 2013, the Pok-A Dot celebrated 60 years.

Here is a video clip of that celebration.


 

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