I can understand all the hoopla regarding the atmosphere at Johnnie's: The open kitchen, the '50s era staff and decor, the jukeboxes and their reputation. But I went to Johnnie's yesterday, for the second time, and had the absolutely, hands-down WORST chicken sandwich I've ever had...and it wasn't cheap, either.

During my first visit, I ordered the pastrami, of course, and found it very mediocre with respect to its reputation. I know they use quality pastrami, Vienna brand...Maybe my dislike for the sandwich had to do with the cook not wearing gloves, touching his face and then handling the cooked products.

Well, I did complain on my second visit regarding the chicken sandwich bomb and was told (by the owner's wife I found out later) that I should be ashamed for complaining about their chicken sandwich. To top it off, she told me through her window not to come back as she was exiting the parking lot in her 7 Series BMW!

I'm not used to be treated like that as an interested, paying customer; having insinuated nothing but a sincere complaint.

Poor food, a dirty restaurant and a mean owner's wife doesn't deserve my business.    [20 Feb 2006 22:06:16]

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simply the best
This place is simpiy the best place in the world for pastrami. It has always been great. They must have been doing something right to be there for over 50 years; they have been there since 1952. So if you love pastrami this is a must go to place with out any questions. The cook told me he goes through 700 lbs. of pastrami a day. So it must be the best.    [07 Nov 2006 01:26:06]

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Recommended Dishes: pastrami

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