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Johnny's

4.6 (24 reviews)
Open • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated 1 week ago

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Josephine L.

I love me a no-frills neighborhood stop serving large portions of Peruvian comfort food. Bring your biggest posse--there's plenty of room. Feast on the following: - Croquetas: Crispy and stuffed with potatoes and spicy chicken - Arroz Chaufa: A delightfully toasty egg and vegetable fried rice large enough to feed three people. Siiiiii - Wok-charred Green Beans: Complete with ginger-garlic sauce and chilies, the capsaicin will make your tongue sing the happiest canson - Lomo Saltado: Everyone's favorite meat and potatoes dish from ther Southern Hemisphere, and for good reason. What's not to love about perfectly tender stir-fried beef and fries mixed with tomatoes and onions in a delectable soy-vinegar sauce? - Half Chicken: Or whole chicken, depending on how many you are. You'll enjoy the juiciness and refuse to share the skin. That's a good thing. - Yuca Frita: One of the better versions I've had in a long time. Perfectly crispy but not too dry, and plenty of sticks so everyone can fill up. For dessert, we caved and got the only one they had: Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet. Absolutely not Peruvian in any way, but it'd been a long week and the cookie tasted damn good. No regrets, esp since it was served a la mode with black sesame caramel and dulce de leche. I also went basic and got the Yuzu Pisco Sour because who doesn't effing love this combo of flavors? Only psychopaths, that's who. Or if you're the designated driver, get the Ume Spritz for a reasonable facsimile sans ethanol. The place was packed on a Friday night, so arrive on the early side if you want to play it safe. But don't play it safe with your menu choices. Get it all.

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Debbie A.

We came here on a Friday night and it was super busy of course, so I definitely recommend making reservations ahead of time. The space is small but it surprisingly didn't feel like all the diners were sitting on top of each other. I got the lomo saltado which was absolutely delicious- no complaints. We also got the wok charred green beans to share which were super yummy- spicy and oh so savory. My lychee martini was super strong and yummy as well. My dining partner enjoyed his ribs combo meal overall, his only complaint was that the fried rice was cold.

lo mein, whole chicken and fries
Julia M.

Went on a Wednesday night with a reservation but seems like it would be very easy to walk in. The service was nice, knowledgable and quick. The chicken is clearly the star, it's the ideal rotisserie-style chicken. So tender and the skin was seasoned perfectly. Worth getting extra aji verde, it's great with the chicken and fries. The caesar was a good starter, perfect size to share among 4 people. The dessert is definitely worth it here. Get an extra scoop of ice cream on the cookie. I'd recommend this place for an unfussy weeknight outing or a fun start to a night out in the Williamsburg area.

Croquette's and shrimp/pork wonton's
Laser S.

THIS PLACE IS DELICIOUS!!! My sister and I went to grab a bite before an event and ordered apps and drinks but I wish we stayed longer. The woman who greeted us was so warm and welcoming and so was our waitress. Food came out hit and flavorful. I live in NJ but I'll be making my way back here to order more.

Side piece of chicken, quarter
James S.

I ordered delivery from DoorDash. It was okay. I ordered the quarter chicken with vegetable fried rice, another quarter chicken, and a side of fries. The chicken was good but I wouldn't use the word "standout" like in the Yelp description. It just tasted like normal rotisserie chicken that you would get in the supermarket. Pieces weren't that big either. They gave me a wing and a thigh for my side piece instead of a drumstick and thigh.

Lo mein with vegetables, and spare ribs
Anasofia T.

YUM, YUM, YUM! It's been a long time since I've dined at a restaurant that had me going "hmmmmm" throughout the entire meal. We showed up early on a Sunday evening without a reservation, and they still managed to squeeze us in. We started with the sesame Caesar, and it was absolutely PERFECT beautifully dressed with just the right amount of savory, acidic dressing, and the sesame-saltine crumbles added an ideal bit of texture. The vegetable lo mein was also excellent: nicely salty from the soy sauce without being greasy, and the vegetables tasted fresh with a satisfying bite. But the ribs were the undeniable star of the night. They had a wonderful smoky flavor, perfect tenderness, and that sticky, delicious sauce that makes you want to lick your fingers clean. The price point was very reasonable for both the quality of the food and the area. If I lived closer, this would definitely be a spot I'd visit often.

Vanessa T.

i definitely looked forward to this visit but i hyped up my own expectations a little too much :/ Johnny's overall is a great concept but definitely a little different from traditional peruvian food. Everything was super tasted and well cooked, except our second 1/4 chicken was cooked poorly. Loved the sauce and dessert! Super tasty!!! Cocktails were not super sweet and the crushed ice just killed the drink for myself. Bartenders we're somewhat attentive but definitely busy. Bartenders were kind and somewhat attentive. Super cool place but not my favorite

Lomo Saltado
Eunice C.

Happened to be nearby at McCarren Park and wanted to go for dinner. I saw the restaurant recently opened up in the neighborhood and was super intrigued - can't say no to Peruvian Chinese "chifa cuisine". The name Johnny's is unassuming but the food delivers. We got the half chicken combo and Lomo Saltado between three adults. Bonus that the restaurant offers highchairs for the littlest ones. Lomo Saltado was seasoned just the right amount. Not over the top and the sauce with the fries was delicious. The beef was tender and tomatoes were sweet and juicy. As for the chicken, they got it right - not dry but off the bone tender, even the chicken breast. We got the fried rice as recommended by the staff and no complaints. The space is new and provides a casual high end diner vibe if that makes any sense. I'd come back to try the other dishes and cocktails but wouldn't hesitate to order the same things.

Spare ribs (small order)
Maya F.

5 stars because the sesame Caesar salad, vibe, service, and prices were perfect. 4 stars for the entrees (short ribs and lomo saltado) and drink (oo la-la). Overall very satisfying meal for the price and excited to come back and try the rest of the menu. Came in the Saturday after Thanksgiving around 7 and got a seat for two at the bar right away.

Chicken Combo with Rice
Adam M.

Easy 5 stars! I had the opportunity to go to tonight and I know I'll be a repeat customer. First off, we walked in without a reservation and were seated immediately. The staff were so nice and helpful. They really guided us in ordering enough food without ordering way too much. And, the food....my word. The flavors on the chicken and ribs... the unique and wonderful salad... everything was amazing! The restaurant itself is cute. I love that you can see into the kitchen! This is most certainly the best new restaurant in Williamsburg.

Rotisserie Chicken - Quarter sized
Arthur W.

Great new neighborhood spot! This building's ground floor was vacant/closed for a while (I think a few years?), so I'm happy to see it filled with a spot I would return to. Most importantly, the food: 1. Rotisserie Chicken: Read another review that said it was excellent, and it did not disappoint! Super flavorful, great seasoning and moist. Would order again. 2. Wok-charred greens: These were listed as seasonal, and feeling adventurous we just ordered without asking. I think it was savoy cabbage - perfectly cooked and delicious as well - had the seared flavor from the wok without burn marks. 3. Veggie Lo Mein: Tasty. Slightly more liquid than I'd prefer, but would order again. Service was quick and friendly. There are a few other things I wanted to try on the next outing. Highly recommended!

Yuca frita and a la carte (half chicken)

If you want to have a good fusion of both worlds, come to this restaurant and try out Peruvian-Chinese style!! The decor inside the restaurant gives a nice ambiance and very comfortable setting to have a friendly hangout a simple casual date. Excellent service overall and very catering The food choices are simple, yet delicious and very reasonably priced! I highly recommend getting the lomo saltado: the flavor profile is excellent with bitable portion and evenly cooked! The half chicken was my favorite by far, both from the sauce and also the chicken was very tender, not overly salty, easy to pull like pulled pork and the sauce made the flavor profile very refreshing and contrast! Most chickens rotisseries are generally too hard to chew or dried out; but this was well tendered! Sometimes it is better to keep the menu simple and retain the quality!

Ribs and green sauce

Such a great new spot! Perfect vibe whether you're out with friends, on a date, or just grabbing a solo bite. We tried a bunch of dishes and honestly everything was on point. The jalea (fried calamari, fish & shrimp) was crispy, well-seasoned, and not greasy at all. Loved the variety of seafood and the dipping sauce it came with. The lomo saltado was probably my favorite--super tender beef and packed with flavor. The rotisserie chicken was juicy and went really well with their green sauce (just the right amount of heat). The ribs were juicy and well-seasoned too. And the yuca frita--definitely a must if you want something different from regular fries! The space has a cool energy. It can get a little loud when it's crowded, but that just adds to the vibe. Also loved being able to peek into the kitchen through the window. Flavor, atmosphere, and service were all on point - Already looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu!

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This place was really interesting! When I found out all the cocktails were on tap, I was a bit…read moreskeptical. What do you mean you're not going to mix my cocktail right in front of me? However, I was quickly proven wrong. Not only was the service topnotch, but the drinks were surprisingly delicious and refreshing. There's a ton of options which is also surprising considering the tap only format. Upon further reflection of how tiny the bar is, it makes sense why they would go this route. It would be challenging for one person let alone two to be behind that bar shaking and stirring. I also heard there's a back area with more seating but we didn't explore much further than the front bar stool seating. Seems like a cool spot for happy hour or late night drinks and I would definitely return!

Came here for happy hour as our dinner was in the area. The happy hour deal is great! Old…read morefashions/Manhattan/daiquiri/margarita for $8 even on weekends feels unheard of in the area. We were lucky to grab 2 seats at the bar as the rest of the seating actually seemed a bit cramped and uninviting. They advertise a heated back patio but I don't think the heat was on and no one was there, which is a bummer. Regardless, the theme is nice with everything attributable to their "laboratory" ambience. Everything is served in beakers or similar glasses. It can get a bit crowded sitting at the bar as that's where everyone orders drinks but otherwise this was quite enjoyable. Will definitely keep on the list for HH.

Johnny's - peruvian - Updated May 2026

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