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    Johnny's Lunch

    4.6 (105 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers, Hot Dogs
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    JOHNNY'S LUNCH ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Juanita L.

    The food was great! Service was prompt & courteous. I love the decore, the dining area was very clean & so nice!

    Hots, Hi-C and fries!
    Mielabelle S.

    What's not to love? A few of the same people are still here since I was a kid..decades. 3 dogs with E is the foundation..Fries, shakes are good but not necessary, like the hots. (I am a vegetarian and Johnny's is one of very few meat meals I will do!) If you sit in a booth you are within the original footprint of the Fairmont Ave building. So, this means I sat there with my grandparents, and I like that!

    Jillian R.

    A classic! I grew up going to the drive-in in Jamestown with a box of Johnny's hot dogs and fries. The hot dogs are probably the absolutely lowest grade possible, but you know what, they are delicious. As a kid I wasn't a big fan of the "sauce", but as an adult, I don't mind it...especially on my burger. The prices are still extremely reasonable (i.e., 3.50 for 3 hot dogs) and they have combos and family packs for those with bigger appetites. The interior transports you back in time and the folks who work the counter are always hustling. Come in for trip back in time (and a damn good hot dog!).

    Lexy M.

    Super welcoming family that's been there forever. Classic hot dogs, good fries, and amazing rice pudding. When I was a kid and my parents went to jamestown for anything my bro and I begged for their rice pudding and loganberry juice. Tonight I had their rice pudding again. OMG! Still just as good as I remembered! Cash only and weak vinegar are my only complaints. I'm happy I tried it again before I start my strict diet.

    Christy C.

    One of the first things I do before going on a trip is poke around to see what restaurants are worth checking out, and Johnny's Lunch kept popping up in my searches ahead of a recent trip to the Chautauqua Lake area. I was intrigued by this place from the start, but even moreso when I found out there's a debate over whose sauce is boss: Johnny's Lunch or AJ Texas Hots. As someone who grew up on a steady diet of the Pittsburgh suburb-based Jim's Drive In (here on Yelp as Jim's Famous Sauce), known for their secret sauce and amazing dogs, I naturally had to try both of Chautauqua Lake's hottest hot dog destinations. Johnny's Lunch evokes the classic diner feel and boasts a clean, spacious dining area. The menu is extensive but straightforward (I can order HOW MANY hot dogs at once?!) and the woman at the counter that took our order was nothing short of awesome. She was charming, witty, and no-nonsense. I placed the order and gave my name, but when our order was ready and my SO walked up to the counter to retrieve it, she exclaimed "you don't look like a Christy!" Audible LOL from yours truly. Alas, she handed over the goods and we were on our way to flavortown with an order of fries and three dogs with cheese and sauce, just how I get them at the local place. They. were. excellent. The hot dogs didn't have that "snap" that everyone always talks about with a "good" hot dog, but trust me when I tell you that these were still damn good. The sauce had a nice peppery kick to it, the buns were soft (steamed, maybe?), the cheese was melted nicely, and I ate 1.5 hot dogs fast enough to make Joey Chestnut blush. The fries were hot, crisp yet soft on the inside... and the ketchup on top of this tasty lunch? The meal and two drinks ran us a mere $10. My verdict? Johnny's takes the W.

    Their 'booth' table tops.  Pretty nifty.

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    Love going here, Gus and Diane really make you feel welcomed. And the food is good as well.

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    Johnny's is pretty good. But if you can sacrifice a better atmosphere for better taste, goto AJs Texas Hots on 2nd st in Jamestown.

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    12 years ago

    I love there hot dogs and generally I don't eat hot dogs. There food is good. There nice people too.

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    13 years ago

    really great food and fries ! fast and easy dinner . the only problem is you smell like jhonnys after ..lol

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