Saw a post on FB and made a note to try them out. Glad I did. We went yesterday for a late lunch / early dinner. I have passed this place more times than I want to admit and it never caught my eye. So look for it or you'll go right by it. Plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. So since I lie AC, indoors it was. Was immediately given menus and our server (Patrick) took our beverage order. Appetizers we split an order of clams casino and scallops rochelle. Both were absolutely incredible. Very nicely seasoned and cooked perfectly. On to the main course. Seafood fra diavlo and ny strip steak. The steak was perfectly cooked to medium throughout. Gordon Ramsey would've approved. The seafood fra diavlo was incredible. No skimping on the seafood either. Every bite was delicious. Oh did i mention the garlic bread? No? The garlic bread may have been the best I've ever had. So much flavor. Add that to the sauce and pure heaven. Yummmm. On to dessert. Yes. We gorged ourselves and had dessert. A tiara misu (spelled wrong) and a raspberry swirl cheesecake. Both were the perfect toppers on a fantastic meal. Overall AAA+++. Absolutely perfect. How we've never been here before is beyond me. We will definitely be back. Absolutely great. Thank you. read more

I'd give this place ten stars if I could. I have NEVER been eating a meal and had the thought "I can't wait to have this as leftovers later tonight". Seriously, give the entire kitchen staff a raise. I've eaten chicken franchaise all over the world and I've never tasted better. Winter cosmo: A+, garlic bread: to die for, side of carbonara: Shut up and take my money!!!! We had a party of four, with drinks and appetizers then entrees and we barely broke $150. You'll be hard pressed to find better tasting food, even if you spent twice as much read more

The service is great. Our server was friendly and attentive. But, just go just for the complimentary bread. It's seeded, toasted with garlic butter. It's like crack, you can't get enough. The mussels were fresh, plump and in a yummy wine sauce. Def worth the dip with the great bread. The vodka sauce is divine on anything, but add the grilled shrimp and you have a winner. The steak special was cooked to the right temp. It was tender and delish. The snowglobe cocktail was festive and refreshing. Stop by if you're around. read more

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Absolutely excellent. Come hungry or take a s-load of food home. Great food, and servers top,notch. Only issue was noose level at tables next to the bar. Would think the place to be for Philly sports read more

Mussels outstanding when available atmosphere 1/2 tavern 1/2. Dining very good selection of entrees Try it you might like it alot read more

Johnny Apples was a late Friday night dinner miss for us after an event in Holland. The inside seemed nice, but the service and food fell short. The seating options were: sports bar area with TV's, dining area and the outdoor seating. They all seemed like good options. We were hoping to get in and out for dinner, but the service was so slow. A family seated several minutes after us had their order taken before us and food brought out before ours. (Must have been regulars) My kid had to point out that our server took plenty of time to sit at a table and talk to her coworker instead of checking up on us. The food we ordered was grossly overpriced. $18 for a flavorless meatball parm sandwich? $15 for 8 puny hot wings. If you're going to charge almost $2 per wing at least serve jumbo wings. The crab bisque at $7 a cup was extremely salty, runny and tasted more like potatoes. It was hard to figure out if it actually had crab inside. The crab dip at $20 was also missing it's flavor identity. The Fiddlehead IPA on tap ($8) was fresh and the wine ($10) were good. I'm glad we didn't jump into entrees. If you can't send me a quality app or sandwich how would they deliver on the dishes with risotto, crab cake or steak? I'm good, total miss and waste of money in my humble opinion. If your going to charge prices like that you better have better service and quality food. The guy who greeted us up front wasn't doing anything but staring at his cell phone. Total miss. I usually like to try places twice before I give a review, but why bother wasting $100 again! We have several events coming up in the Holland area, but we will find other places that value new customers. read more

Decided to give Johnny Apples another shot and was pleasantly surprised. The food has definitely improved. Our server was very busy and seemed to be the only one on the floor on a Monday night and quite overwhelmed. She hustled hard and juggled us all pretty well even with a large party of 10 dining at the same time. Certainly worthy of upgrading my review and adding a star or two. read more

Johnny Apples Restaurant & Bar - American Near Me - Holland, Pennsylvania

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Service was polite and attentive. Food was outstanding and came out hot and well seasoned. Drinks were on point as well. We were celebrating my son's 28th birthday. read more

We have Christmas eve dinner at Johnny Apples every year but this year was extra delicious! We had a party of 12 and every single person loved what they ordered. Michelle took care of us and she was great as far as service! Can't say enough good things and I had to take pictures to show all the delicious meals! read more

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This place has been here for a long time and it's very good that's why they've been here for a long time good food good prices good nice people looking forward to going back again tonight tonight thank you read more

Johnny Apples Restaurant & Bar - American Near Me - Holland, Pennsylvania

The waiter forgot our soups and was not attentive. He did not refill our water despite us asking for it. We even had to flag a staff person to place our orders! read more

My kids like almost everywhere. My kids did not like this food. My wife and I did not like this food. Very outdated inside. All of our 4 meals were soggy and seemed unfresh. We didn't even eat any of it. It was not good. Service was fine. read more

The barbecue sauce was very good, the ribs were not pull apart, but good. The French fries were hot and crispy. Not a fan of the coleslaw. Almost forgot about the bread, YUMMY!! I had to make myself stop! We had a great waitress, very attentive. My only complaint, we were a party of 5 senior citizens and it was very hard to hear each other. The noise level was a 10. I guess that happens when there is a bar involved. Not sure we will be back, we like to talk. read more

Johnny Apples Restaurant & Bar - Rack of ribs. - American Near Me - Holland, Pennsylvania

An old-school Irish bar with a restaurant. Mediocre food and medium to high prices. Risotto was heavy and gummy. Crab Bisque was overly salty. Service was just fine - Michelle was very nice to us. Has an old-fashioned vibe to the place. Not in a great rush to go back, but if you are a local/regular this could very well be your place. read more

Great Happy Hour. Becca the waitress was the best! Try the Brussels Sprouts. Off the chart.

During my dining at Johnny Apples, my time was rudely interrupted when a bust boy bumped into me and gave me a nasty look and said. Watch where youre going and mind your f****** business. read more

Bartenders are awesome. Food is good! People are all nice. Great place for hh on Friday

Been going since they opened. Food is awesome! Drinks are great...owners are super nice...bartenders needs to get off their phones......really nice menu and specials, entertainment of different nights..call or check website...definitely worth checking out! read more

Very large inside, with a long narrow bar area with around 35-40 seats. Lots of TVs for games. Bartenders are great - attentive, personable, and capable of making all drinks. The food is good too. There are a few specialties that the restaurant promotes. Sad to say wings are....eh (I'm a wing snob) Not sure if the fireplace works - but if it does, this is a great place to grab a fall or winter meal as the rooms are cozy. There is also an outdoor deck for summer fun. The frozen drink machine rocks! read more

Would've been five star if it wasn't for the cigar and cigarette smoking!!! Live music is a nice touch. read more

Johnny Apples Restaurant & Bar - Outdoor seating - American Near Me - Holland, Pennsylvania

Came here on a Saturday around 6:00 pm to meet a few girlfriends. It was a beautiful day to sit out at their outside bar area and enjoy dinner and drinks. We were all happy with our food and drinks! Highly recommend! read more

My family has driven by this establishment many times, and finally stopped over to try. It was nice sitting on the back patio on a hot day and enjoying a cold beer. The food did take quite some time to come out, but service in general was pleasant. The reason for lower stars is the food wasnt that good. Ordered the Reuben sandwich, which was just ok, not the experience you would get from a deli. The second entree was the Veal Michaelangelo. This dish just didn't taste good at all. The gravy that was on the veal pasta combo did not complement the prosciutto and spinach topping. Even the spinach didn't taste right. We didn't complain, as we know what restaurants are going through these days. I wish this place the best, but wouldn't return. read more

Been coming to Johnny Apples for a very long time to dine or have drinks. After discussing whether veggies are in Shepherd's Pie along with the meat and potatoes with someone I had to stop by Johnny Apples to find out as it was a go-to on their appetizer menu. Upon arrival, I sat at the bar and was told they did not have the Shepherd's Pie as it would return after the summer. Ready to move on to a new choice I was told that if they had the ingredients they would make it for me to which I had a resounding yes, please. While sitting at the bar, a waitress comes up to me from behind and takes my order. At the end of my meal, she provided the bill which was in line with the two beers, shepherd's pie, and dessert I had. Ready to depart, the bartender offers a second bill which is for my drinks only. This brought into question the new grand total of $48 before tip. A closer look revealed the Shepherds Pie at $24 for what I expected at the usual under $10 comfort food price. They got me twice. First, with the ridiculous price of the shepherd's pie, and second, having to provide two separate tips. At $48, a $10 tip would be fair. At $34 (food) and $14 (beer), I tipped $11 for the food and $6 for the food to be fair to both the waitress and the bartender as at the time there was only one other person sitting at the bar with me. In essence, by splitting my bill it cost me an extra $7 in the tip and I think they know this and the reason they provide service in this way. In the end, I easily spent $22 additional, $15 more for the food, and $7 on tips. Bottom line. $65 for an appetizer, dessert, and two beers while sitting at a neighborhood bar would have gotten me far more at an upscale establishment elsewhere. JA, you got me. Forgive me if I do not return for a while if at all. For the record...the shepherd's pie was delightful. Not $24 delightful, but delightful. read more

Delicious food with tremendous service and a very cozy atmosphere. Servers and bartenders are always on point.

Something changed over the years and quality has dropped. Their menu has become sparse, with no care as their just printed and stuck in Wine List folder, some upside down or in a backwards order. Food used to be good, burgers had a good taste but my recent burger had very little flavor. We had a gathering of family but was told we could not do separate checks. Instead we had some people scrounging up cash while others tried to use the ATM which was down. Instead we had 2 cards used with the name of the card and value to charge on the back of the receipt, and the cashier told us she had no idea who's card was who's, even though the name was clearly on each. Wait staff was great though, very nice and kept everyone's drinks topped off, but the decrease in quality is not worth getting a smile. read more

Went to Jonny Apples first time in years. I was very disappointed. My husband and I sat at the bar. The bartender was unfamiliar with how to make a common drink. Which I thought was odd, but no big deal. I switched my drink. A waitress came and shared the specials with us. I went with the porterhouse steak with mushrooms. Which was one of the specials. No salad was offered. It came with your choice of potato and veggie. Although they only offered one choice of veggie. ( broccoli and cauliflower medley) Vegetable's were cold and did not taste fresh. Had the choice of au gratin potatoes or mashed. Decided on mashed and they were uneatable. The steak was cooked to my liking,, however the meat was grisly. My husband decided on the Salmon stuffed with crabmeat witch was mediocre. He also did not like the mashed potatoes We eat out often at fine dining establishments. This was far from that. What was most disappointing was the price. Giving the quality of food. Sixty six dollars for just the steak dinner was not acceptable. Had it been a better quality piece of meat, without all the grisel and had they had offered better options of potatoes and vegetables that were fresh, we would have had no issue with the bill. As far as the ambiance it was a large bar and a little loud. But is fine considering we chose to eat at the bar. Unfortunately it was not worth the money and we will not be returning. read more

They need to decide if they are a fine dining restaurant or a rowdy bar. We had a family dinner and spent hundreds of dollars on the bill but could not even hear each other or carry on a conversation. This is because they have zero separation between the bar and dining area. If you are serving $30+ entrees you should be providing your dining customers a place to eat away from all the loud screaming/talking at the bar and the loud jukebox music played by the bar patrons. It ruined a night meant to be spent conversing and enjoying family time. If I wanted to hang at a bar and eat bar food then that would have been the place to do it. Don't waste your time or money if you are expecting a nice dining experience or to be able to hear those at your table talking. The food was ok and that's the 2 stars. Service was also insanely slow but I can't say I actually saw many wait staff so it could be that there was just no one to help out. Definitely will not be going back. read more

We went to Johnny Apples for the first time in many years. There was only 1 other customer in the dining area at 5Pm on a Friday. The bar had a dozen people drinking and talking very loud. There is no separation between the bar and dining area so don't go there if you are expecting a quiet dinner. The food quality was mixed. The pot pie was good. The meatloaf was terrible. It was so salty it was practically inedible. Vegetables were Ok. Salads (not included with dinner) were passable. We were shocked when told no free refills on iced tea. Who doesn't provide refills on iced tea ? Compared to other places, prices were high for the food quality. Service was OK, but we were introduced to the ubiquitous "trainee" who we never saw again. We were seated next to a door to the outside bar which some employees could never seem to close. It was 90+ outside and full of bugs. We will not go back to this place and don't recommend it to anyone else. PS: don't trust the menu on their website. The real menu has half the choices and not updated prices. read more

I really was excited about visiting you, Johnny Apples, after passing by many times and reading your on line menu. I really wanted to love you, I came in with a very hungry belly and a heart filled with anticipation. Our server was so sweet, as I twist my finger into my dimple. She was a petite, cutesy blond with sunglasses adorning her head. She was sugar & spice and everything nice, but dumber than a box of rocks! She could not answer one question, without running to the kitchen or manager. There is no drink menu or tents, but they will make just about anything you have in mind. Their house Chardonnay is a California Barefoot, which I love and has won several Gold medals. With four choices of where we could dine, be it the Pub, which also features it's own menu, as well as the dining room menu, a patio, a deck or in one of the beautiful dining rooms, we opted for the latter. We started off with their signature Crab Bisque which was a delectable bowl of some of the best bisque I have ever had and perfectly laced with sherry. We each ordered own own half dozen of Clams Casino, which were loaded with bacon, green pepper, onions and tough diced clams. They would have been good, if the clams were tender. I had originally ordered Oysters Rockefeller, but they were out. My plate came out with a nice sized strand of dark hair. I was brave, removed it, did not complain and ate most of my clams. Next we shared Seafood Spring Rolls, which were in house made and filled with shrimp, scallops, crab, bok choy, cabbage, carrots and seasonings. These were very good and served with a wasabi sauce and a teriyaki glaze. Our meals came with your choice of soup or salad and a potato & veggie or pasta. The salads were nice and decorated with shaved carrots, which I love. The dressings are homemade, but they forgot to put the blue cheese in mine. Hubby had an incredible Dijon, honey dressing, not at all sweet. Once again, I had a hair on my plate, still not saying one word, I dove in. Hubby had the large cut of Prime Rib, which would have been a small cut anywhere else. He ordered it rare to medium rare. It came out as a very fatty cut of ice cold medium well beef. He said the flavor was very good, but it was roasted yesterday and leftover to serve. Guys have a prime rib sandwich special when this happens, do not serve old overcooked cold meat to your guests. I had inquired if they had Bearnaise sauce, before making my choice. When she returned from the kitchen to explain they did in fact have it, I ordered the Filet Mignon. This is funny now, I am laughing, when my Filet came out with a pitcher of a beautiful Bearnaise sauce on the side, the steak was swimming in a rich brown gravy. Hello, my medium rare to medium steak with Bearnaise sauce is medium well and swimming in brown gravy? Something is so wrong with this picture. I chose pasta and it was hard and dry. We finally spoke up! They did take the entrees off the check, but they also lost two potential return guests. Hair is one thing, but you had better get my entree right! Built in 1724, photos of the many era's, for this three story building are posted on the walls. The first photos depict horse drawn wagons, in front of a huge building with a covered porch. I like to believe it was a Saloon downstairs and a hotel filled with tired guests. Once inside you picture a renovated mansion. The set up of the well dressed tables in the various dining rooms, which ultimately connect to one another, with the main dining room hosting a beautiful stone fireplace. The decor is grand with blown glass lamps hanging from the ceilings and matching lights adorning the green walls. The antique molding stands out, as well as the grand stairway leading to another floor. The large outside patio has umbrella covered tables and fresh herbs growing in the large pots. The "Pub" is a very large and inviting room, with tables and a grand sized bar. Johnny Apples, also offers catering http://www.johnnyapples.com/johnny_apples_menu_catering.htm, Banquets and Brunch, lunch & dinner buffets. In addition to all of this, the lower floor features Holland Pizza, which they own and offers anything from pizza, pasta's & sandwiches to wings. Do take note that the menu items on line for Johnny's is different from their new menu, prices have also been lowered. Summing up this review, is my note to the proprietor's of Johnny Apples. You have so much going for you with your location, a beautiful building, which features a pub, patio, deck and gorgeous dining rooms. Your menu selection is well diversified for Continental cuisine. Your food is too hit or miss. Bring in a good chef or train your cooks. Wear hair nets! You will sell more booze and make more money if you promote a selection of cocktails, beer and wine. Become more than the local watering hole. Bottom line, you have a potential gold mine here, but for now, it is not panning out! read more

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Ambiance/Decor/Atmosphere: Greens and browns with wood kind of reminiscent of fall or a farming area log cabin. Not bad but kind of middle of the road. Noise/sound level: Was here for a wedding and the venue was packed with guests. It was loud in there, but at the tables conversation was still possible without yelling or losing your voice. Menu: The wedding dinner was a buffet; teriyaki salmon, roast beer, chicken franchise, ziti, potatoes, and garlic green beans. Salad and other accompaniments were available as well. Service: Service was good; wait and bar staff were attentive, friendly, helpful, warm, and welcoming. Food: The food surprised me; better than what you might expect at a wedding buffet. The chicken was creamy, tender, and not dried out. The roast beef was a little overcooked but I liked the crispiness and gravy. The potatoes were fine, so was the ziti, but the garlic green beans were amazing. Bar: At this event it was open beer and wine, but pay for liquor. The selection was good, well, and top shelf drinks for all types of people. Price: I would imagine it wasn't cheap, but I didn't pay as I was a guest at the wedding. Overall: I didn't have high expectations, but the restaurant did exceed them so I would frequent again if I was in the area. read more

Had very good time and a nice waiter her name was Donna. She made you feel like you were home. I had prime rib medium rare it was really good , and came with soup jalapeños and broccoli it was awesome. Also side dishes massed potatoes and ear of corn. My wife had New York Strip she like hers and and my son had Full rack of ribs. They all were very happy and my friends liked there dinners to. We also got a few side orders too. The out side bar look great but it was hot so we eat inside A/C was Banging very comfortable. We will be back again . Once again we were there May 26 , 2019. We had a very good time food was awesome waitresses very nice it's a great place to go. read more

Always great food and great service. The dinner specials every night are creative and delicious. Their cauliflower pizza is wonderfully crispy and yummy. read more

Most of my points are for the decor, which I really like. It's quite cavernous inside and usually most of the dining rooms are closed off during the week days. However the bar is lined with huge flat screen TVs and they light real candles for the mood. I've never had their food but their mixed drinks are decent. However their beer leaves a lot to be desired. Their selection isn't huge and the last time I went my boyfriend got seriously skunky brew. I mean funk doesn't even begin to describe the aftertaste. I've only used this place as a glorified bar and now I'm rethinking that. This place could be better than what it is, which is a shame since it's such a nice location. read more

Awful food, terrible wait staff. I will never come back to this place. The waitress was nasty from the moment we sat down because she was the only one with 7 tables. She made this known and wanted sympathy. I even called ahead and asked if it was busy/if we needed a reservation and the hostess said no. The food was terrible too. We ordered a few things that were on the menu and were told they didn't have them. I ordered Mac and cheese for my son because they didn't have something else and she said she never put that order in. I will never come back to this awful place. read more

Johnny Apples sits at the bottom of Buck Road, just above the stream that runs through this valley into Neshaminy Creek. It is a surprisingly large house, with bar and dining room running the front of the building, and a nice patio in the rear. It is casual and comfortable. The beer list is relatively simple, and the menu offers traditional American fare. We came in for dinner on Tuesday night when there were few people dining, and only two or three at the bar. It was cool, and it felt great to get out of the suddenly oppressive heat enveloping southeastern Pennsylvania. We ordered a cross section from their offerings. Avocado burger with fries, blackened shrimp with mashed potatoes, and "The best meatloaf you've ever tasted," with taters and string beans. While all looked good upon arrival, none really lived up to our hopeful expectations. The burger was a previously frozen puck that was cooked beyond the medium requested, and lacked taste and texture. The cheese and avocado registered, but the beef was not juicy, nor flavorful. Their fries were the type with extra starch applied to make them crispy. They were not to our liking. The six medium sized shrimp were grilled well and had good taste, but were not "blackened" with enough spice, nor exposed to mesquite coals to bring up the special blackened flavor. They were well prepared without that, but for $19 we looked forward to more. Finally, the "best" meatloaf, wasn't. It was overly dense and baked far too long. It was dry and burnt in part, making the pockmarked surface look like a rock sample from Mars. The sauce was overly salty. The potatoes and beans were fine. Could be that we came at Johnny Apples the wrong way. Perhaps, the apps alone with beer was the way to go. Nice things have been said about their wings. Regardless, we experienced a less than compelling meal that would deny a good reason to return. read more

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I went to a shower here. It was such a pleasant experience! There was a nice champagne bar with different juices for mimosas to start. Then on to a buffet with salmon, chicken francaise, pasta, potatos, string beans and salad. Food was delicious!! Salad ingredients were fresh! The staff were super nice and helpful bringing extra utensils and coffee/tea. Parking lot is small. read more

This place is absolutely terrible - literally one of the worst meals I have ever paid for entire life. I don't feel the need to elaborate as this place is that bad- my pasta tasted like dirty dish water and the chicken was under cooked. They should be ashamed taking people's money as a dinner establishment. I do not joke when I say this might be the worst place I have ever water at. read more

OMG. Where do I even begin?! Johnny Apples is one of my my favorite bars within the bucks county area. Not only are their bartenders super attentive and friendly but their food is out of this world! Love the atmosphere and always have the best time! 5 Stars all day long! Ps try the shrimp tacos read more

Found this place via Facebook. Really nice place with outdoor seating. Food is great and well priced. Burgers are excellent and chicken Parmesan was good. Great place to go watch a game, drink some beer and eat some delicious food. read more

Went to Johnny Apple's for Happy Hour yesterday. Had a great time watching their amazing bartender, Stephanie. It's pure entertainment watching her expertly navigate the bar. Her drinks are great and she does it all with a smile. Food service was good, too. We enjoyed a delicious appetizer of crab stuffed mushrooms. We will definitely be returning. read more