GREAT little place!! EXPECT a bar atmosphere and you won't be disappointed. Kayla is an outstanding bartender/server and never disappoints! Super vibe, clean surroundings - just all around fun experience. We will return!! read more

Came here with my husband on a Friday night. It was PACKED! We snagged the last table but there were many people standing near the bar as well. We ordered our food and it arrived very quickly. We both got the super burger and we split a basket of fries. Random thing I loved was that the condiments had a small pair of scissors on the table to help open them! As someone who has long nails this was great and so smart. The music was a bit loud which made everyone have to speak louder to be heard. It would have been fine but with the loud music, people shouting over one another, and the train tracks right next to the building, it was a bit too loud for me. There was a friend group catching up at the bar but their conversation was becoming a bit inappropriate and the entire room could hear the explicit details of their conversation. All in all, I look forward to eating those delicious burgers again! But unless I'm there when it's less busy I might just order ahead and pick up instead read more

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I've been here many times and I'm always looking for a change in this place. They started building tons of new apartments and condos and I think Johnnie's needs to think about expanding in order to accommodate the nest by growth. I ordered the burger and fries, it never disappoints. Plus a try of whiskey. read more

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The entrance to this place is a bit confusing, coming from the parking lot into what looks like a side door, but I knew we were going to have fun when the music playing was "Boogie Shoes." We opted for the patio, but beware! Smoking is allowed. Anytime I see fried bologna on the menu, that is a must order for me. This bologna is from Falter's Fine Meats, a long-standing, family owned meat processing company based in Columbus, Ohio. My husband ordered a hotdog and fries. As we waited for our order, we enjoyed watching the chickens play in the yard across the street. The food was classic tavern fare, and now that I've since read the reviews about their hamburgers, I'm eager to come back to try them. We will be back. read more

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Been wanting to try this place for a while. We have been told they are the best burgers around. I will say. They didn't disappoint. It's a small place. More seats that I expected. We sat at the bar. As you do at a place like that. To get the full experience. The service was great. The burgers were on point. The drinks were stiff and a good price. Tons of alcohol to choose from. We will definitely go back next time we are craving burgers. read more

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First time coming here, thought it'd be a nice treat to relax and get a quick burger before another work day. Ordered two burgers and jalapeño poppers. It was a busy night and we were expecting to wait, but we ended up waiting 1.5hr because they forgot our order. Burgers were okay, but not good enough to wait an hour and a half. We finally flagged our waiter down and she didn't even know we were missing our food. I could've spoken out sooner, sure, but the waiter should've done her job better. It was weird seeing someone show up 45min after you got there, yet being served before you. Waiting for simple burgers weren't necessarily my biggest complaint, but it was how we didn't feel comped for their mistake. Needless to say first and last time. read more

The burgers are always great here. $10 gets you a delicious cheeseburger w lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles. Served on a toasted bun. The large order of perfectly crispy fries is enough to share. And they're soft and fluffy inside. The beer is ice cold, served with frosted mugs. They have outside seating now and have updated the inside a bit u set new ownership. No apparent air conditioning so beware if that's a concern. They open the doors for a breeze though. They were busy on a Friday at 5:30. But we were able to get an inside table. Service was fast and friendly. read more

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Regular here! I love their burgers and usually I am not even a red meat eater but for them, I make an exception because it is just that good. There are honestly few burgers in Columbus that compare. Also a big fan of the fried mushrooms! The service is immediate because it is such a small establishment - shout out to Dom, he is the best! This place can get busy but usually during the week you have a good shot at getting a table without issue. Pricing is fair, parking is ample, beer is cold and service is great! read more

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Stopped in for the coney dogs which you can only get on Wednesdays. For 3 bucks you can't beat them!!!! read more

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Great burgers and beef sandwiches. Fries and onion rings also. Friendly atmosphere and clientele.

Haven't been here for a few years and decided to go back with friends for a burger. Seating was comfortable and our server was nice. If you are looking for a delicious burger definitely give them a try. Burger was $9 and coleslaw was $2. I ordered the burger with pepper jack cheese and, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions and pickles and a side of coleslaw. The meal was very satisfying and tasty. Everyone else enjoyed their burger as well! read more

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Good burgers and fast great service. I stopped in today with a couple friends who recommended this place and was pleasantly surprised with the food and service. From the outside this place is an unassuming little local bar, but when you go inside, this place has a cool, old "throwback " kinda vibe where you just feel comfortable being here. If you're looking for a cozy little bar with good food, I highly recommended you check this place out. read more

All I can say is WOW! Arguably the BEST burger spot you will find in Columbus. The burger is also only $10. Full bar service with more great prices. Got 3 beers for $7. Located just beside the train tracks on Travis. Very clean with exceptional service. Kristen was our server and bartender. She was able to effectively manage and serve the entire place. Can't wait to go back. read more

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OK OK OK...I get it! Johnnie's is a restaurant, right? They usually are good at one thing, and then falls off the cliff on another. Johnnie's has a Great Vibe...a Service Personality...and a Solid Food Quality with an Efficient Food Turnaround. They have No cliffs to fall off...except for the close by Marble Cliffs (yes, a joke). Their burger is Not a smash burger. It's an honest-to-goodness thick burger cooked exactly how you order it. Their Onion Rings are to be worshipped, but we ate them anyway. If you're thinking of trying a New Place, with a Seasoned Vibe, that is Clean and definitely Remarkable to Friends, et al, please include Johnnie's on your To Go To List. read more

Sadly the food quality keeps going the wrong direction, I'm guessing the new owners are trying to cut cost. Whatever the reason is the quality and portion size sucks, they used to use fresh cooked thick bacon on their burgers, not anymore. And now the buns have shrank. this keeps up and you can rename the Johnnie Burger the Johnnie Slider. read more

Neighborhood joints, dive bars call them what you wish, but I love exploring them. Johnny's Tavern was such an outing. We went on a Wednesday as that is the only day they have Joey's Coneys. They are known for their burgers and roast beef, but there are also fish baskets. I had two coneys and a side of onion rings. My wife did a burger with fries. The Conies were good, and the sauce was delicious. The hamburger in the sauce was not in big chunks, and the seasoning was not overpowering. The onion ring was crispy. The burger was deluxe, cooked medium well as requested, and a decent size. Although they are known for their burgers, and the burger was good, it was not spectacular. Our server was attentive and outgoing, which is a plus for us. It was a nice outing to a Dive Bar that I had not been to. read more

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Amazing burgers and awesome onion rings. The chicken tenders are delicious and so is the grilled cheese! Love everything here!

Under new management as previous retired. We've been coming here for years, but the new ownership is devoted to keeping the same menu/recipes, but adding some sustainable upgrades. I've been here many times since the transition and they're working hard to uphold their promises! read more

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Johnnies Tavern NEW OWNERSHIP & MENU ALERT!!!!!!!!!! I went for lunch, and ordered my typical clam strips and he stated they do not have that item anymore. New ownership & they own approx 40+ McDonalds!! Oh, prices went up. This is the new & ONLY MENU.... Ready... Set.. Go. A conglomerate is a corporation of several different, sometimes unrelated, businesses. In a conglomerate, one company owns a controlling stake in several smaller companies, conducting business separately and independently. read more

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Food is amazing, service is great and people are friendly! They now have breakfast all day on Sundays!!

yummy burgers fries and onion rings. Fast but unobtrusive service just like we prefer. It's a bar but perfectly comfortable dining at supper time. read more

After walking the new Quarry Trails Metropark, we were hungry & excited that we were near Johnnie's Tavern. We were last there several years ago and recalled the cheeseburger as being the best we've ever had. Maybe we built it up too much in our minds. It wasn't the best ever. It's a good burger ($9). You choose the type of cheese. I had cheddar; my husband & stepson had pepper jack. We all opted for the included toppings: lettuce, tomato, onion & pickle. They have mayo, ketchup & mustard at the table. We also ordered baskets of onion rings ($7) and tots ($5) to share. The sides were good. I also had an Elvis Juice - on tap - that cost less than $5. Super reasonable! Everything was good & I'll return if in the neighborhood, but won't have the mental buildup for the burger. Other reviews already mention the location/details. It's a small dive bar / tavern. It looks like they reupholstered the booths and chairs since we were there last. It's clean and the've added plexi barriers between the booths. My husband noted that he likes that they have the virtual jukebox & that they should invest in the furnace (it was chilly in there). read more

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This place is a dive bar.....period. BUT the burgers are great. Ya go to eat and drink and socialize and not prance around.

Gave this bar a try recently. Johnnie's is a cozy, small joint in an old house, an old school neighborhood bar to a fault. I don't think the bar has air conditioning, but with the doors open a breeze blew through fairly well. The bathrooms look like they were recently renovated, though they are quite small. There is a patio sandwiched between the front of the building and Trabue Road; not the most scenic, but it's a decent little outdoor space if you want some fresh air or a smoke. Bartenders were attentive and service was pretty quick. As for the often-hyped burger... it was good, and cheap, but it wasn't really anything special. There are better burgers in town, but if you're out this way and want a drink and some grub, Johnnie's is worth a look. read more

Nice and Clean, a bit chilly indoor temp though. Great service, very friendly and informative. Food was delicious, the onions rings are perfect. Just wish the coneys were available daily, Im having a hard time scheduling lunch there on a Wednesday! read more

Great local bar with fantastic old fashioned burgers! Ice cold beer and friendly staff.

I'll tell you what, I would have driven past this place 2,445 times before actually stopping to eat here. The sign is dim and there isn't the standard bar/tavern lights you would see on other buildings. It definitely added to the mystery surrounding the excellent reviews that I found on this handy Yelp app. Boy o Boy, you need to come see the size of the burgers here that were coming out of the kitchen! All of the prices on their menu were also super reasonable! It's Wednesday and they have a Coney Dog special for $2.50 a dog fully loaded. I ended up getting two big dogs and a side of tater tots for $7! You can't beat that at all and their coney sauce was super flavorful! I wish I had room for one of their giant burgers so I will definitely be back to try one. Great job Johnnie's! read more

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Hole in the wall joint but a cute bar/diner when you walk in. The burgers are $10 and tots or fries are $3. Service was slow but they were packed for lunch surprisingly! The food was good though! read more

My GF wanted to try this place b/c she's heard it's got "the best cheeseburgers in Columbus." I don't know if they're the best, but they are VERY good! I had onion rings w/it, & she had fries. 2 beers with it & it was $30+. A little pricey, but the food was excellent. This looks like a roadhouse from the outside & it's not far from it. But it's quiet, good food, & cold beer. Good combo. read more

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Best burgers in town!! And coldest beers too. A perfect pair the owners are amazing too. Treat you like family once you walk in the door. One of my favorite hidden gems read more

Have been going for years, but the food has gone down hill. Burgers and Roast Beef was over cooked and dry. Use to be a good spot for both. read more

first time we decided to go on a football Saturday . place was packed I think with either a wedding or funeral party. but no wait for seating. burgers are hands down the best we've ever had. the staff was busy so get some patience when you go. our waitress was fantastic. Definitely returning. read more

Great service and good food today for a casual Saturday afternoon lunch! Friendly crowd. I like this place for what it is - neighborhood dive bar for a quick relaxing time out of the rat race. New outdoor patio! Needs an awning. read more

Popped in on a Tuesday after work for happy hour and a burger. It's a small dive bar but does have a little patio outside. The bartender was super friendly and attentive. The burger was just okay, nothing special but not bad. Same goes for the mozzarella sticks but we really enjoyed the onion rings and the fried mushroom appetizer was great. Will definitely return for happy hour again. read more

Best burgers in town. No one is even close. Local institution under great new management Not really a dive bar but more an old fashioned neighborhood bar read more

Since new ownership has taken over the menu has shrunk a lot but still a great burger. If you like a nice charred burger then you will enjoy

A local Facebook group recommended Johnnie's and ngl, I almost didn't go in because it looked so run down on the outside. Don't make that mistake! The food was delicious. I had the fish, it was perfectly fried and crispy on the outside while being soft and flaky on the inside. My partner had the fried bologna and loved it. The fries are thinner and crispy, but not like steak and shake. The service was slower than normal but both workers were kind and remembered everything even though it was busy. I will be returning with friends. read more

I stopped in a few weeks ago, and it was packed at lunch. I got my seat and was bothered by a good amount of flies actually, but I heard the burgers were really good. I got one with a side of tater tots, and it wasn't small which is good. It was just a normal burger I'd expect at a BBQ or something. Not bad, but not somewhere I'd go again. read more

Limited menu with great quality! The burgers and fried bologna are excellent. Great neighborhood tavern atmosphere!

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