Donohue-Peters is preparing to close Donohue's Steak House on the Upper East Side after 75 years and is channeling that legacy into Donohue's East in Westhampton Beach. Donohue's East opened in July 2025 with the goal of building lasting community roots. She plans to spend more time on the East End full-time and expand the restaurant’s offerings, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus. She described New York as having changed, with crime becoming a concern, and said she wants to enjoy her work without worrying about safety. She also emphasized pride in keeping the family legacy alive 26 years after her father’s passing, guided by his advice to close doors when needed and hold her head up high.
"“Life is too short,” she said. “I just want to enjoy this; I'm excited to spend more time here. It's time for me to sit back and reap the rewards without thinking, 'What's going to happen tonight?' Or worrying about loonies coming through the front door.”"
"“I accomplished a lot in the city,” she said. “I had to make a decision to break clean, and so I just did it. I want to go out at the top of my game.”"
"“I'm proud of being able to keep the family legacy thriving, 26 years after my father has passed.”"
"Her father, she said, often told her: “Never be afraid to close your doors. Never look back; hold your head up high.' I've lived by my father's philosophy my whole life.”"
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