My latest visit was the best so far and reminded me of their OG location in downtown LA. Shrimp seemed larger, fresher and tasted better than I remember. Their sauce was also seeming to get "watered down" in past visits, but not this time. Had the familiar kick like the old days. I avoided this location in the past because of this and the service, but not anymore. Hope this is a change that last because I love their shrimp! read more

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For myself and countless others, a meal at Johnny's Shrimp Boat isn't just about the deliciously unique comfort food, the friendly smiles on the hardworking proprietors' faces, or the combination of fried shrimp puffs, frijoles de la olla, steamed white rice, and savory brown gravy that somehow defies logic to create it's addictive flavor amalgamation that feels like a maternal hug to your stomach - it's about the memories and the camaraderie shared amongst it's very loyal, very dedicated patronage. It's not for everybody, but if it's for you - you remember that flavorful feeling para toda vida. read more

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I finally got to try this location and it did not disappoint. I like this location better than all of them. It's easy parking and cute. Nice decor. I ordered the lunch special six shrimp with rice and beans for $13.99. The food was better at this location and they gave you nice-sized shrimps. Service by Juan was excellent. He was very patient and kind. He made our order to perfection. This is one of the original locations but has been modernized inside. read more

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Yummy!!! Would continue to go here! Always great food and service! Employees are always friendly!

Okay so I came to charge my Tesla lived around the block my whole life ! Why have I not tried this place so !!!! Fire ! Hot crispy proper fatty fish tacos read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - 2/3 fish tacos So good ! 3 tacos for 9.99 like bro! Fish is fried crispy golden brown . - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

Food is very good deal for the money. I ordered 4 fish and chip combo for total of $13ish, enuf for both of us couple to share. They give us a lot of fries which i like cuz it was seasoned well and delish, fish was a bit heavy on the batter tho but still ok. The service was quick when i went in late like 30 mins before. Only thing i didnt like was the tar tar sauce was a bit too sour for my taste so i didn't really dip it at all. The inside was clean and unassuming, typical local mom n pop joint looks. Still pretty solid for the price. read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - 4 Fish & Chip Combo - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

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One of the main reasons I come here is for consistency of the great taste that made me come back for the past 10+ years. Although I find myself always ordering some shrimp at tacos here, every now and again I mix it up. The sauce they use in the shrimp tacos is very unique, kinda like enchilada sauce but with a twist. Pictures don't do it justice, you just have to try them. read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - Shrimp Taco order - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

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Good food always makes me happy and I always enjoy it best shrimp and rice and gravy there original recipe from Los Angeles on 4th Street

Horrible service. I only got two small strips of beef, and the cook was going to add more, but the boss told him no, it was okay. $15 for a bowl of rice! read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - Beef bowl - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

My family and I have only eaten at this once, 13 years ago. Ugh! Too greasy! Never want to order from there again! I don't pay attention to the decor. Don't remember what they had on their walls. I've wondered how this place has stayed open. read more

This place has so many good reviews and it was awful you can literally smell the rotten grease that's exactly what it taste like. Old rotten grease. Never again read more

The guy who took the order was rude . The younger guy who was the cook was ok did not have a problem with him he was friendly when he spoke . The shrimp was large inside the breading, which was not too good , ok it was bad it tasted off maybe the oil needed changing the fried fish same breading uugghh . The sauce did have a nice spice to it but not for me I would have preferred a cocktail sauce ( ok maybe I should have asked if they had it , but with his attitude nope ) the only saving grace is the food was hot and stayed hot . Lastly a few hours later started feeling a bit nauseous. No I will not go back read more

I have been going to Johnny Shrimp Boat since I was a little girl and my whole family would drive all the way to downtown L.A. where they first were. Throughout the years they would move and somehow my mom would always track them down LOL Now I bring my family here, it's span for 4 generations !! My husband and oldest loves the chili with rice while I get the gravy and rice. The gravy is my favorite !! They need to bottle & sell that stuff !! read more

I have been going To Shrimp Boat for a while. I like to go there because the shrimp & fish is really fresh. They also have a variety of food.I will continue going there.. read more

Had three fish tacos, great stuff. Very crispy. I just wish they sold them per taco because i wanted to try a shrimp one as well. Fries were very underwhelming. Hardly seasoned aside from a little salt, not very good. read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - Fish Taco - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

Waiting for my fish tacos, chicken bowl and chili/rice, no shrimp today but have been a customer since I started eating at a young age, my parents frequented Johnny's on 3rd & Main Street before my birth. read more

This place is super clean and all kitchen equipment are skinny clean stainless steel. Food is great as always. Friendly staff. read more

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The restaurant itself is what you make it. if you're in a bad mood, come here, he will not be in a bad mood anymore. All the food is fresh the service can't be beat. The people are always in good moods, and always get your orders, correct. The ambience is well lit so you could see what you're eating. There's nothing to hide here very clean, and very inviting. We recently decided to try what my mom always gets and that is the chicken teriyaki bowl. It is delicious so you can just forget about Waba grill and Yoshinoya for that matter and just come on down to Joni's because they have the best teriyaki chicken bowl that I have ever tasted -- delicious don't ever take this off the menu. Exception always, always ask for a side of green onion for your chicken teriyaki.'n noBreaded Chicken Teriyaki Eight Piece Fish and Chips Horchata Korean BBQ Pork Short Rib Plate read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - Back entrance parking. Nice and clean inside. Delicious food pick up . - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

This place is always great! I used to go to the tiny location in downtown LA as a kid, and since then nothing has changed ! The shrimp are crispy, balls of flavor, and when you add the hot sauce, oh my goodness! The rice and gravy is classic, recipe also hasn't changed. read more

Great tasting food. Fried fish was a little too greasy, but their hamburger... It was delicious!! A simple, basic hamburger, yet sooo delicious. The owner was so nice and insightful and nice. I dare say, my new hidden gem. read more

Found a roach in my food and the asian man did not want to give me my money back 0 stars

PROS: - This location has plenty of parking, sharing a lot with another small diner restaurant. - If you want portions, this place does not skimp out on the food. - Ordered fish, shrimp, and chips. The fish was decently fried, not as crispy as I would've liked it, but it was still good. - The fries were very crispy even though they were the thick-cut fries. - The shrimp was tasty, but it had a little too much batter for my tastes. - Tartar sauce was bizzomb with the fish. - Also ordered shrimp with rice, beans, and gravy. - Again, the portions are HUGE. - The rice and beans with gravy was a weird combination, but it worked. - We also ordered the chicken teriyaki combo and... it's probably some of the BEST chicken teriyaki I've had in a long time. 10/10. - The red sauce/hot sauce accompanying the meal was great with dipping the shrimp into and balancing the heavy greasiness of the fried foods. - The old Korean couple running the place was really nice and cordial. CONS: - The shrimp batter was way too thick for my liking. There was more batter than shrimp. - I know my fellow Koreans will understand when I say that, the meal was very "neu-kee-hae" FINAL THOUGHTS: - I know they're known for their fried shrimp, but definitely DO TRY their teriyaki bowls and the spicy pork. It's really good. - We will be back when we're craving some fish and chips! PRO-TIP: - You can get the gravy and rice without the beans if you ask. read more

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This place has been here for years. It's a small spot and locally owned. The shrimp and gravy are always really good. The service is good. Every thing is made to so worth the wait. read more

Johnny shrimp boat Has has to be one of the best shrimp places around , fried battered I'm not sure what they put in that better but damn it is so good ... I ordered the eight piece, white rice, beans, and gravy on top. Yes, I said gravy on top of all that. Don't knock it until you try it it'll change your life. ! lol and the fried fish is pretty good as well .... definitely be back soon... read more

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The shrimp is the star of the show, so hot and deliciously fluffy! Don't forget to dip every bite into the house made hot sauce. read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - Shrimp, fish tacos, chicken teriyaki, and chili cheese fries - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

Good shrimp with rice beans and gravy. Classic menu item. Been a staple of south whiiiiiiiitier

I love this place, been a customer for years a true gem. The good food make this place a family environment and being a locals secret is win for Whittier and the surrounding areas. But I do recommend this place because money can buy you flashy foods but this place makes me feel like I just got something special and delicious. Kudos to the staff and owners. read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - Happy crowd - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

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The food is always so good! Brings back great memories of going to the original Johnny's.

I really like the fish and shrimp here. Yeah there is a lot of breading but it tastes delicious. I haven't tried the other things on the menu but I look forward to tasting them. I think this place is underrated because it t does not look like much on the outside or inside. But the inside is pretty clean. read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - Current prices on the menu. - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

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My husband and I grew up visiting Johnnys Shrimp Boat in Boyle Heights, so when we stumbled upon this location, we couldn't resist stopping by. Although the exterior is original (not very inviting), the interior is impeccably clean and well-maintained. The service provided by the husband and wife who run the place was incredibly polite and helpful, and, of course, the food was on point. Out of the four Johnny's Shrimp boat locations we've visited, this one surpassed them all. The shrimp was perfectly battered, fried to perfection, and not greasy at all. We'll definitely be coming back here again. read more

I come at least once a week, best Korean bbq beef bowls around and still at a decent price. Can't complain about the service.

For some of you who claim this place has good shrimp, Hell No! My tacos were gross. who puts enchilada sauce and cheese? Gross combination. Looked nothing like the menu. The breading is thick and doughy. That's Raw and possibly make you sick*eyeroll* unreal. My friend ordered chili cheese fries and a shrimp plate and there was more greasy deepfried dough than shrimp and fries were not fresh and chili looked like dog food. Its no wonder I barely see this place open doublz next door is way better, I was always curious about this place and I happen to have been craving shrimp, being this was my first visit and I will gladly never come back. Yuck! I didn't even want my money back, that's how bad. read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

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Was there last night for fish and chips and it was the greasiest fish and chips That I ever had. Not to mention that if you could find the fish, it was mostly greasy batter. The server didn't look very clean either as was the dining area. This place is certainly not like the original Johnny's Shrimp Boat. read more

I love this place so much. I've been coming since I was a child and Im now 34 haha. It's definitely a comfort food. Thank you for the rice & gravy read more

Ordered fish and chips they were some of the best I ever ate people working are very nice I will go back

Great teriyaki chicken for great price! The staff is very friendly and will take care of you well.

The shrimp, beans and rice combo is Always fresh and tastes like the original in DTLA. I think the nephew of original owner, owns it now. Thank you for continuing this tradition that brings us back to our childhood! read more

Yum yum yum yummy yum yummy yummy yum yum yummy yum and rice , beans , & gravy delicious. When you mention Johnny shrimp boat , everyone brings up the rice beans and gray and they have tasty fish tacos not Baja but another version of fish tacos that I loved and still go back for read more

Wanted to try the fish and shrimp tacos. I wanted 1 of each since it was my first time having them. I was told i could only get 3 of the fish and 3 shrimp. They don't sell tacos a la carte. I asked if they have any peppers and salsa and the guy told me the restaurant isn't a Mexican food place. Anywho, I paid $18.76 for some tacos here and i started eating in the car. I was half way finished with my first shrimp taco and noticed a fly sitting on my lemon. I was disgusted. I wish I would've followed my first mind and never tried this place. I'm just glad I got a full refund. I don't play about my food. read more

Johnny's Shrimp Boat - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

Go EARLY on a Friday during Lent or you run the risk of finding the lights off and the doors locked. The first two times we stopped by they had closed early well before the time posted on the door. Tonight we walked in and were told that they were closed - an HOUR before closing. I was confused since a woman was ordering at the counter in front of me. "We are sold out" they said, but they had no idea what we were going to order. To the business owner- there is a definite customer base during Lent. Please familiarize yourself with it. Running out once or twice I could understand, but I would rather spend my money at a restaurant who respected their customers more. read more