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.

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.

Egg cheese sandwich - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
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

Omeletes

Cheese Omelet - $7.5
Spinach Omelete with Fresh Mozzarella Cheese and Tomatoes - $9: Fresh Mozzarella Cheese and Tomatoes
Greek omelet - $10.5: tomato, onion, feta cheese, olives, green pepper
Mr. B steak omelet - $11: Steak, Onions, Peppers, and Cheddar Cheese
Mushroom omelet - $9: mushroom, mozzarella, spinach
John's loaded meat omelet - $12: sausage, bacon, ham, provolone cheese
3 Egg Whites Omelet - $10: Sliced grilled turkey breast and lacey Swiss cheese, tomato
western omelet - $10: HAM, PEPPERS AND ONION

Breakfast Special Dishes

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: 3 eggs your style served with your choice of home fries or grits and toast.

Combo Breakfast

Combo 1 - $9.5: 2 pancakes, 2 eggs, meat, toast
Combo 2 - $10: 2 pancake, turkey, eggwhite, toast
Combo 3 - $10: 2 eggs, homefries, meat, fruits

Bagel Bin

Bagel with Butter - $2.5
bagel with butter and jelly - $3
Bagel with Cream Cheese - $3.5
bagel with cream cheese and jelly - $4

Signature Breakfast

Italian Frittata with Eggs - $10: Sweet Italian sausage, peppers, onions, parsley, and provolone cheese.
Breakfast Burrito - $8.5: Scrambled eggs, tomatoes, onions, peppers, cream cheese, all wrapped in a warm tortilla, served with salsa and hash browns.
Breakfast Stack - $8.75: Three eggs, imported Swiss, tomatoes, and your choice of smoked ham or applewood smoked bacon served on a grilled croissant with hash browns.

Breakfast Side Orders

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

Muffins, Croissant And Toast

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

Appetizers

garlic bread - $2.5: Freshly baked bread infused with garlic, perfect as a side or snack.
Onion rings - $5: Crispy fried onion rings, golden brown and perfect for snacking.
mozzarella sticks - $5.5: Crispy fried mozzarella cheese.
cheese fries - $4
Chicken fingers & french fries - $8
Chicken Wings - $8.5: Crispy fried chicken wings.

Soup

Chicken Vegetable soup - $5.25
Lentil Soup - $5.25

Salad

Traditional Caesar Salad - $8.5: Crispy romaine lettuce tossed with crunchy herb baked croutons and parmigano cheese.
Spinach salad - $8.5: Spinach, tomato, onion, olives, mozzarella cheese
Chicken bruschetta salad - $11.5: House garden salad topped with crispy chicken, (tomato, onion, fresh mozzarella mixed together)
Buffalo Chicken Salad - $12: fried chicken cutlet, marinated Buffalo sauce with crumbled blue cheese.
Steak salad - $12: House garden salad topped with tender slices of house roasted beef served with your choice of dressing

Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

grilled cheese sandwich - $5
grilled cheese BLT - $8

Hot Hero Sandwiches

home style cheese steak - $11: peppers+ onions+ topped with melted cheddar cheese
Chicken Parmigiana - $11: With melted mozzarella cheese.
Loaded Meatball sandwich - $11: Marinara sauce, MOZZARELLA cheese.
Chicken steak with mozzarella - $11: handcut stripes of chicken breast marinated and cooked with peppers and onions
Italian Sweet Sausage, mozzarella cheese - $11: With peppers, onion, and marinara sauce.
crispy chicken+ BBQ+cheddar cheese+ bacon - $11

Triple Decker Sandwiches

Sliced Turkey TD - $10: With crisp bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes.
Roast Beef TD - $10: With crisp bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes.
Tuna salad TD sandwich - $10

Signature Burgers

Cheese Burger - $8.5: freshly ground beef topped with american cheese With lettuce, tomatoes, and onions.and Mr.B special burger sauce served on a toasted brioche bun.
Bacon cheese Burger - $10: With applewood smoked bacon, american cheese, and Mr.B special burger sauce. served on a toasted brioche bun
Egg cheese Burger - $9.5: American cheese, fried egg, Mr.B special burger sauce.
Bacon egg cheese burger - $10.75: Smoked bacon, fried egg, american cheese and Mr.B special burger sauce
Spicy cheese Burger - $9.25: American cheese, Mr.B special burger sauce, fresh jalapeno
MR. B SPECIAL BURGER - $11: Cheddar cheese, Mr.B special burger sauce, onion rings, bacon

Signature Sandwiches

Italian Express Grinder - $12: Proscuitto, salami, ham, lettuce, tomatoes, olive oil, red wine vinegar,oregano, provolon cheese. Served on Italian bread
Chicken Saltimboca Sandwich - $12: Fried chicken cutlet topped with proscuitto, spinach, melted mozzarella cheese and brown wine sauce. Served on Italian bread.
Buffalo Blue - $11: Pan fried tender strips of chicken breast with out special buffalo sauce topped with shredded romaine and blue cheese. Served on Italian bread

Fish Sandwiches

Shrimp parmesan sandwich - $11: Breaded shrimp, marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese.
Crispy fish on a hero - $11: Spicy tartar sauce, shredded lettuce, tomato

Quesadillas

Chicken Quesadilla - $11: Cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Served with french fries, sour cream, and salsa.
Beef Quesadilla - $11: Shredded steak,, cheddar and mozzarella cheese with french fries, sour cream and salsa.
Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla - $11.5: Buffalo crispy chicken, blue cheese, cheddar and mozzarella cheese Served with french fries, sour cream and salsa.

Pasta

Mr. B mac-n-cheese - $10: Penne macaroni in our cheese blend sauce
Linguine Alfredo - $10: Parmesan cream sauce with a hint of garlic.
penne Alla Vodka - $8.95: With a splash of vodka, cream, and parmesan.

Nyc Street Food Truck

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

Side Orders

John's Yellow Rice - $3.99
corn - $2.99
sauteed mix vegetable - $4.49: Stir-fried medley of colorful vegetables.
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.

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