John's – American
John’s captures the timeless spirit of the American grill, where the warm glow of amber lighting reflects off polished mahogany and the air carries the irresistible scent of searing steaks and toasted brioche. Diners settle into plush booths to savor elevated comfort classics that celebrate the heart of the domestic kitchen, from juice-dripping burgers to vibrant, seasonal harvests. It is a soulful neighborhood anchor where the rhythmic clink of cocktail shakers and the hum of lively conversation create a backdrop for a dining experience that feels both nostalgic and effortlessly modern.
553 1/2 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306 +1-201-420-6661 https://www.johnsluncheonette.com/Rating: 4.6/5 (170 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
What diners are saying
Diners consistently rave about the incredible value and warm, family-like hospitality at this local gem, where the staff—including owner Mr. B—are celebrated for going above and beyond. Guests highlight the fresh, homemade taste of standout dishes like the fish tacos, tilapia florentine, and antipasti platters, noting that portions are generous enough to satisfy even hearty appetites. Whether stopping in for a quick eggs benedict while watching a match or ordering delivery, reviewers praise the quick service and welcoming atmosphere that makes every meal feel special.
Menu
- Tropicana Juice - $2.75
- Chocolate Nesquick - $3
- Snapple - $2.5
- Hot Flavored Tea - $2
- Hot Chocolate - $2
- Canned Soda - $1.4
- Water - $1.25
- Coffee - $2
- ice coffee - $2.5
- Egg cheese sandwich - $4.5
- Bacon egg cheese - $6.5
- Sausage egg cheese - $6.5
- Ham egg cheese - $6.5
- Taylor ham ( pork roll) egg cheese - $6.5
- Turkey bacon egg cheesr - $6.5
- Turkey sausage egg cheese - $6.5
- Beef sausage egg cheese - $6.5
- Pastrami egg cheese - $6.5
- Veggies omelet egg cheese - $6.25
- Cheese Omelet - $7.5
- Spinach Omelete with Fresh Mozzarella Cheese and Tomatoes - $9
- Greek omelet - $10.5
- Mr. B steak omelet - $11
- Mushroom omelet - $9
- John's loaded meat omelet - $12
- 3 Egg Whites Omelet - $10
- western omelet - $10
- Pancakes - $7.5
- French Toast - $8.5
- Eggs Benedict with Grilled Country Ham - $10
- Eggs Benedict with Turkey Sausage and avocado - $12
- eggs benedict with taylor ham - $10
- egg platter - $7
- Combo 1 - $9.5
- Combo 2 - $10
- Combo 3 - $10
- Bagel with Butter - $2.5
- bagel with butter and jelly - $3
- Bagel with Cream Cheese - $3.5
- bagel with cream cheese and jelly - $4
- Italian Frittata with Eggs - $10
- Breakfast Burrito - $8.5
- Breakfast Stack - $8.75
- side of bacon - $3.25
- side of sausage - $3.25
- side of ham - $3.25
- side of taylor ham - $3.25
- side of beef sausage - $4
- side of turkey bacon - $3.25
- side of turkey sausage - $3.25
- side of corned beef hash - $6
- side of hash brown - $2.99
- side of home fries - $4.5
- fresh fruit salad - $4
- Cup of grits - $3.75
- Corn Muffin - $3.25
- Blueberry Muffin - $3.25
- Banana Nut Muffin - $3.25
- chocolate chip muffin - $3.25
- Croissant with butter - $3
- croissant with butter and jelly - $3.25
- croissant with cream cheese - $3.25
- croissant with cream cheese and jelly - $3.75
- English Muffin butter and jelly - $2
- toasted roll with butter - $2
- toasted roll with butter and jelly - $2.5
- white toast 2 slices with butter - $2
- whole wheat toast 2 slices - $2
- rye toast 2 slices - $2.5
- garlic bread - $2.5
- Onion rings - $5
- mozzarella sticks - $5.5
- cheese fries - $4
- Chicken fingers & french fries - $8
- Chicken Wings - $8.5
- Chicken Vegetable soup - $5.25
- Lentil Soup - $5.25
- Traditional Caesar Salad - $8.5
- Spinach salad - $8.5
- Chicken bruschetta salad - $11.5
- Buffalo Chicken Salad - $12
- Steak salad - $12
- grilled cheese sandwich - $5
- grilled cheese BLT - $8
- home style cheese steak - $11
- Chicken Parmigiana - $11
- Loaded Meatball sandwich - $11
- Chicken steak with mozzarella - $11
- Italian Sweet Sausage, mozzarella cheese - $11
- crispy chicken+ BBQ+cheddar cheese+ bacon - $11
- Sliced Turkey TD - $10
- Roast Beef TD - $10
- Tuna salad TD sandwich - $10
- Cheese Burger - $8.5
- Bacon cheese Burger - $10
- Egg cheese Burger - $9.5
- Bacon egg cheese burger - $10.75
- Spicy cheese Burger - $9.25
- MR. B SPECIAL BURGER - $11
- Italian Express Grinder - $12
- Chicken Saltimboca Sandwich - $12
- Buffalo Blue - $11
- Shrimp parmesan sandwich - $11
- Crispy fish on a hero - $11
- Chicken Quesadilla - $11
- Beef Quesadilla - $11
- Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla - $11.5
- Mr. B mac-n-cheese - $10
- Linguine Alfredo - $10
- penne Alla Vodka - $8.95
- Chicken over rice and salad - $9.5
- Gyro over rice and salad - $9.5
- Chicken and gyro mix over rice and salad - $11
- Grilled shrimp over rice and salad - $10
- John's Yellow Rice - $3.99
- corn - $2.99
- sauteed mix vegetable - $4.49
- sauteed broccoli - $4.5
- sauteed spinach - $3.99
Frequently Asked Questions about John's
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports nut-free and vegetarian diets, offering specific menu items such as the vegetarian and nut-free penne Alla Vodka.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include fish tacos, tilapia florentine, antipasti platters, eggs benedict, penne Alla Vodka, and Taylor ham egg and cheese sandwiches.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include fish tacos, tilapia florentine, antipasti platters, eggs benedict, and breakfast sandwiches like bacon egg and cheese.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- John's is unique for its 4.6/5 rating, budget-friendly pricing, warm family-like hospitality from owner Mr. B, and generous portions of homemade food.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the 4.6/5 rated restaurant's incredible value, warm hospitality, and generous portions of fish tacos, tilapia florentine, and antipasti platters.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners describe the restaurant as a warm, family-like local gem featuring hospitable staff, plush booths, and a lively neighborhood atmosphere.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- John's is a budget-friendly ($) American restaurant rated 4.6/5, praised for its incredible value, generous portions, and warm, family-like hospitality.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers casual dining with family-like hospitality, quick breakfast options, and a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://www.johnsluncheonette.com/ and offers delivery services as mentioned in the review summary.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect incredible value, generous portions of fish tacos, and warm hospitality from Mr. B at this 4.6/5 rated budget-friendly restaurant.