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Johnny's

3.4 (428 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for working

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Fish sandwich
Ashley Y.

Came here for the first time last week on a Thursday night. I love the Thursday night girl dinner (salad and fries, how fun!). I think the food and drinks are a bit pricey ($17 for a cocktail, yikes!), but the atmosphere and dining experience is truly gorgeous, warm and inviting. Low lights, lush seats that are more like couches, gorgeous stone and wood all around. I enjoyed the complimentary bread, studded with dried fruit and whipped butter. The bread if it was warm would have been a bit better. I ordered the fish sandwich with fries and it was delicious - super fresh, crispy, flaky, and delicious. The fries with malbec aioli were also delicious, I would have liked even more aioli. Good portion size. Service was quick and nice. I want to come back and try their brunch and happy hour!

Steak and Eggs
Mary K.

Brunch at Johnnys was really good. Overall flavors were really good. I was a little disappointed with the presentation of my pancakes, the don't look pretty but the did taste good! It could also be that I was super jealous of the amazing steak and eggs my friend had, I tried a bite and instantly wanted them.

Pretty in Pink, Espresso Martini, Old fashioned
Haley S.

the service was great! our server was very attentive along with someone else (i'm assuming manager) that kept checking in on us. this was our first time here and the atmosphere was beautiful! i got the braised short rib for restaurant week and that was phenomenal! I got the Pretty in Pink drink which was great but ai wasn't a huge fan of the espresso martini. overall i had a great time!

Chips and guacamole- NOT kidding!  No guests had arrived yet, not one chip eaten.
Jen S.

Don't bother. I have been here 6 times now. I love the location! I want to LOVE this place so badly but they make it super hard. Monday night, not crowded. Reservation for 8 people. Seated at a table for 6, with one chair added making it 7. I was early to be sure all was ready, so went back to the hostess and explained we were 8ppl. She looked at the table and asked what the problem was? I said there are 7 seats. Hostess: What would you like me to do? Me: I would like a seat for each guest. Hostess: Oh you want another place setting? Me: Yes, and a seat. I should have left then. 22 empty seats next to us, plenty of outdoor seating, and they had us crammed into a corner...expecting 8 adults to sit at a 6 top, with an added chair. Tell me you don't give a darn about our experience before it even begins. So she shoved an extra place setting on, and walks off. Me: And a chair, please. Hostess: That side is a booth, they can squish in. WTAF. I was 15 min early so I decided to order a drink. 5:45. At 6:06 I went to the bar and asked if the pink drink that had been sitting there for 10 minutes might be mine. The bartender said she was looking for lychees and when they located more she would bring it to me. We now call this the 30 minute cocktail. So everyone arrives and one of my guests is literally sitting with the corner of the table shoved in her tummy and no where to put a plate. I don't know these people very well and am so embarrassed. She says it's fine and I'm like it's absolutely not fine to not have an actual seat at the table. So up I go again and a large gentleman in a Hawaiian shirt who I assumed was the manager intercepts me and asks if all is ok? Me: I would like a seat for all 8 of us. Him: I don't understand. Me: see the woman sitting between tables removed from the group? We would like her to be included at the table. Him: let me get the hostess. Me: The hostess feels this is acceptable. Him: Well it's her job and decision. I just stood there incredulous. Hostess: what seems to be the issue...NOW? So at this point I am sure I am being filmed for a comedy skit. I giggle, look around...she starts to walk away. Me: Wait, seriously...the woman without a seat...sitting between the two tables, can we get her a seat with us. Hostess: How would you like me to do this? Are you asking to combine these two tables? Me: No we don't need 18 seats for 8 ppl. Hostess: So not sure what you want? So our party asks if we may move the table off the wall and add a chair? Hostess: Sure. Walks away. I took the seat squished in at the wall with a metal wheel in my head the whole evening. Every time the waiter interacted with me he looked at my hair in the wheel and just tried to act like it was normal. He kept losing focus, and I felt like saying...You can say what we are all thinking...WTAF!!! It makes me sad that there is so little critical thinking left in the world. I was a hostess and at 22 years old I could count to 8, and I could also see when guests were unhappy, uncomfortable or needed adjusting. They didn't even have to ask...our job was to get them seated and content before we turned them over to the waiters. But to pull this kind of BS when it's not crowded and I even took the time in the notes to ask for a round or oval table so we could all interact...like why ask guests about their needs if you don't care? "Welcome! We don't have round tables but we have a lovely table for 8 here, we hope this works for you?" Instead a table for 6 in the corner. SMH. Maybe the big guy in the Hawaiian shirt who asked me if everything was okay wasn't the manager because he just sat at the bar eating and texting for two hours, periodically answering questions. Maybe he is like the character Norm from cheers? The food has been excellent, which is why we go back. But last night it was not. The appetizer came and looked like someone ate half on the way to the table...see photos. And every single order had an issue. Like burger no tomatoes, had three tomatoes. Soup was cold...that kind of thing. We sent nothing back and didn't complain at all. Made the best of our company and rejoiced we were permitted to all sit at the same damn table, even tho we were squished and uncomfortable. (Noticed another review mentioned not being able to sit in the cozy side...I gave up on that long ago, only for locals with a bat line I guess ;-) If you walk in they tell you it's for reservations. If you have a reservation they just tell you no.)

Sausage and eggs
Tiff H.

I never knew this place existed. This is a neighborhood restaurant in an affluent neighborhood. I was invited by a family for my nephew birthday for party of 12. The food was good. The wait staff were on point. There is a small parking lot in the front of the restaurant. The interior feels really cozy and quaint. You can definitely miss this place easily per the GPS. Will like to return.

Airline chicken with eggplant fries
Sophia M.

Had a many great meals here! The menu has delicious classics, like my favorite kikos fried rice, and rotating entrees like the airline chicken and duroc pork chop. The sides are interesting and unique...my personal favorite is the eggplant fries and seasonal veggies. The space is comfy and cozy, always nicely decorated for fall and winter holidays. This is a great spot for date night and family / friend gatherings. Don't miss their treats and cookie of the month. Service is always great...many friendly faces that have been there for a while.

Darrius

Johnny's was an absolutely delightful experience from start to finish. The moment I walked in, I was impressed by the warm atmosphere, the inviting setup, and the sheer abundance of food options. This place easily ranks in my top three best brunch spots I've EVER visited. Every dish was cooked to absolute perfection -- the flavors, the presentation, everything was spot on. I still catch myself thinking about how good that meal was to this day. The service only made the experience better; the staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was just right. If you're looking for a brunch that truly stands out and leaves a lasting impression, Johnny's is the place. I'll definitely be returning!

Grilled swordfish tostada
Nichole B.

I have been here on numerous occasions, I honestly thought I have wrote a review. Johnny's never disappoints me. Stopped in last night with a work colleague for dinner. We were hankering some really good seafood. Started with their shrimp ceviche, always a fan fave. Love their tortilla chips and the jicama is a nice touch. Always fresh. For dinner we each did seafood entrees, I had the grilled swordfish tostadas. Omg, so delicious. It comes on a bed of delicious black beans that were so flavorful. The swordfish was really flaky and poblano slaw nice and crunchy and fresh. My work colleague had the pan seared salmon with zucchini noodles and gochujang cream. That dish was delicious too. My colleague preferred my dish because she favors for tangy and citrusy flavors. Me personally both of these dishes met the mark and I would definitely get them again. Our server Glenn was really nice and attentive, also suggested great wine parings as well. The cookie of the month was the creamsicle cookie. It was not too bad, not too sweet. The peanut butter cookie is always my fave here, hands down. Overall, you cannot go wrong with Johnny's , whether you dine in for lunch, dinner or brunch. It's just that good. They also have a nice little happy hour as well. So if your ever in Roland Park, just stop in, you cannot go wrong SYOY

Turkey Burger
Tola O.

Went to brunch on New Year's Day with a bigger group- Its sort of an underground spot with bricklaid walls. Can get a bit louder at times. our server was attentive considering the size of our group and made great recommendations.loved my garden cocktail with gin and cucumber. The complimentary bread had this delicious almond-y flavor. I had a crab bisque that tasted mainly of old bay and was a bit overpriced for the size received but I did enjoy it nonetheless. My turkey burger was a bit dry but still flavorful. Unexpected star was the show was the brunch fried rice which was delicious! I'd go back.

Delicious and beautiful!
Meagan R.

Prepare to have your taste buds blown away. Johnnys is not your average seafood place; it's a culinary journey. The modern, minimalist decor puts the focus squarely where it belongs: on the artistry coming out of the kitchen. Wonderful service!

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