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    Johnny's Snack Bar

    4.2 (35 reviews)
    InexpensiveDiners, American
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    JOHNNY'S SNACK BAR ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Classic diner menu board.
    Murray W.

    A quaint diner in the west-ish end, Johnny's Snack Bar would blend into the surrounding houses if it wasn't for an overhanging Pepsi sign that is more than a few marketing campaigns and logo iterations old. Due to my aversion to peak meal time crowds, I came in the mid-afternoon as the last of the lunch crowd was moving on. With about a dozen booths and several seats at the counter, I had my lay of land and claimed a booth to myself. Everything about the place has a classic diner feel to it from the old glasses that only still exist in diners like this and my parents' cupboards, to the random posters, pictures and nick nacks on the walls. The plastic menu board above the window to the kitchen seals the deal on diner cred, but I grabbed the lone menu at my table, what with my failing eyesight in my elder years. Comprising just the back and front of one plastic covered sheet, I took the compact menu as a good sign as overly large menus are just a sign that the food is coming out of the freezer. I was tempted by the burger and fish and chips, but in the end I had to go with the pork chop as, (1) it was raved about by a friend of mine and (2) not enough menus have pork chops, and they deserve their time in the sun with beef. The mom of this mom and pop took my order and went straight to the kitchen where I soon heard meat sizzling on the flat top, as her husband was taking a post-lunch rush break at the counter. The next several minutes went quickly as I perused the in depth news and commentary in the local Metro paper, and before you can say "I know why this is a free newspaper", my plate of food was in front of me. A good sized sirloin chop looked up at me, partially obscured by a pile of fries, with peas, coleslaw and applesauce rounding out my meal. The chop was fairly thick and had a lovely golden brown sear from the griddle. Juicy and evenly seasoned, it was a respectable piece of pork. I've never been a fan of applesauce on pork chops, and this one was flavourful and moist enough that it didn't need it. The fries were your typical from-frozen diner fry, but they were hot and crisp, and a bit under seasoned, although a few shakes of the salt shaker took care of that. The peas were of the canned variety, although these have their own nostalgic charm, if you've ever frequented a diner as a kid, like I have. They were far from fresh, but they became tiny, green butter-transportation vessels. The coleslaw is creamy and crisp, and uses actual cabbage instead of the horrid, green mystery mush at some other places. My socks weren't blown off, but it was a good meal all in all. The damage to my wallet was easily palleted as well, coming in just over $10 for the food and a pop. JSB, I'll be back. PS. Cash only!

    the front of the building
    Shawna D.

    Johnny's Snack Bar is probably one of the few places left that gives you a good homemade meal. I go there for their Clams and Chips. Huge order. It is delicious. We use to order the take out a lot when working back shift. Overall , you will be pleasantly stuffed when you leave here. It is a busy spot, lots of locals, most of the good places in town get heard of quickly by word of mouth. It is just great food here, nothing else to say.

    cars parked in front of the building
    Krista L.

    At first glance, Johnny's Snack Bar doesn't look like anything special and could very easily be passed by or missed. The small, green, house-like restaurant is located just across from the Forum and is by no means a place that you could expect to run into Sydney Crosby or any other celebrity for that matter, but let me tell you, it's brings out the truest meaning of the old adage "don't judge a book by it's cover", it's what's inside that counts.... The small, cozy restaurant is owned and operated by a greek family and serves what may be one of the best meals of your life. If you're a fish lover, you want to go there on Friday nights for the Pan-fried Haddock Special, which always lives up to it's expectations - week after week. Other favorites are the Club House, and their Home-made Chocolate Milkshakes (Mmmm....). Everything is made fresh, from scratch, and is very modestly priced, and you are guarenteed to never leave with a hungry stomach. Next time you are in the area, drop in, otherwise you won't know what you're missing!

    breakfast special
    Ruth D.

    There is nothing on earth I enjoy more than a great diner, especially for that Saturday morning breakfast to give me energy for all those errands. Johnny's Snack Bar is easy to miss but once you do spot it, it stands out like a bright neon sign saying " come on in, we'll take care of you." It's a family run business and lots of regulars hang out in this unpretentious diner. Rare these days to find a place where you can still sit at the counter if you prefer or the 1950's booths. The eggs and fixin's are always perfect, and the price just can't be beat! I even went back a couple of times during the week and had the best BLTs and club sandwiches ever. My daughter loved her grilled cheese. So the next time you're looking for that old time feeling....I'm always expecting to see Michael J Fox as he was in Back to the Future...you'll be greeted warmly and fed well.

    Hot turkey sandwich
    TJ M.

    Yeah! I always like to be able to give a restaurant a better review when I have had an improved experience. The hot turkey sandwich at most recent visit earned Johnny's an extra star. Generous slices of real turkey breast smothered in gravy that was obviously not from a mix or can. Everything was so pipping hot I had to let it cool for an agonizing few minutes before digging in. I loved how the trimmed the bread crusts too. Better than even the Westcliff's hot turkey. I even ate all the pea!

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    cheryl d.

    Johnny's Snack Bar is first come for parking. Mornings are nuts here and all you can see are Taxi's parked along the front as well as over at the forum and people playing chicken in morning traffic trying to get into the place and lunch is just as bad. I normally get take out when it is too bad and call ahead. Depending on my mood I am in depends on on what I order. Everything that I have had at Johnny's was good. Cheeseburgers and fries are DELICIOUS, what real burger you got that one right. The Club is what the BF gets each time with fries and I am telling you he eats every bit. Prices are good normally $10 + tip . Service is better I am pretty sure they are all related some how. Oh yes and the fish N chips are a MUST- and the gravy to dip the fish in is one of the best that I have had apposed to my mothers.

    the counter and the refrigerator
    Robert Y.

    Old school type atmosphere, old neighbourhood feel with great prices for the food value really gonna be worth a return trip. Glad I was pointed to this place. This place is so old school they don't have debit it is cash only so drop prepared

    Breakfast at Johnny's snack bar!
    Lesley M.

    I love Johnny's Snack Bar. Weird as it may be, I think I like the atmosphere better than the food. It's an old style, cash only place. Knickknacks on the walls, fake wood panelling old faded pictures. Granted, I only ever order breakfast.. and it's good! Lots of bacon, so don't worry. They have you covered!

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    2 years ago

    Great food, great atmosphere and great local service. We go there a couple times a month and have for years

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    5 years ago

    If your looking for a great home-cooked meal this is your spot. Friendly staff and great prices !! And everything on the menu is yummy!!!

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    14 years ago

    It's is CRAZY how cheap breakfast is. Gotta be made by convicts or illegal workers to be that cheap. Food's OK. That's all I got.

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    11 years ago

    Good food, good family that run it, good portions but beware no debit to keep costs down and bathrooms aren't the most hygienic.

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