Johnny’s Tavern

Checked out Johnny’s this past Friday… Friendly service, pretty good atmosphere (kind of… see below) but burger was just ok. Overcooked and not much flavor. We came to watch the Duck game and they didn’t have the sound on so we got to listen to the drunk blowhard sitting behind us. But hey it’s a bar right? I like my Maker’s on the rocks and they give a generous pour for sure. Their fries are great. My honey asked for tater tots but they gave him fries. We will give it another try and hopefully they don’t overcook the burger. The server was awesome! She took good care of us even though she was super swamped.

What a great surprise. We sat in the parking lot looking for reviews on the food and there wasn’t much to read. We were just about to drive off because it looks like and old, icky tavern from the outside when my husband rolled down his window and actually engaged a thirtysomething dude asking if he food was good. He said it was solid burgers and bar food. That was good enough for us to try it at least the first time.
We went inside to a small crowd on a Sun night. The place is a bar, but a clean one that was well lit so that made me feel OK to order food (décor dated but bathrooms were spotless). It was great! The burger was juicy, well put together and came out screaming hot and nestled among a huge pile of tater tots that were also good and cooked crispy and yummy. I had the Ruben, I tend to prefer turkey Rubens but this place has an interesting twist, both turkey and corned beef, with 3 layers, clubhouse style. Never had one this way and hope to always have it this way from now on. The the two meats compliment each other so well and the third slice of bread helped the sandwich stay less soggy as Rubens tend to get sometimes when the sour kraut is not drained well. Grilled to perfection and assembled with care this was a GREAT SANDWICH that I had to smack my hubby away to keep him from eating it. Fries were hot and perfectly cooked and seasoned.
I can’t believe Saint Helener’s don’t make this a burger/​sandwich destination with so few options around here. It’s a pity that Oregonians don’t allow minors to eat in bars like in Arizona, before midnight or in certain areas, because this would make a great burger joint for St. Helens. No reason to drive all the way to Hillsboro for Red Robin. Enjoy! Service as great and some guy kept buying rounds for the house, I thought that was only in movies. What a treat! We can’t eat t eat or way through the menu!

We came and met up with Crystal G this evening as she was in town in St. Helens for the weekend. As we entered this bar you can clearly see that the crowd was definitely in their 20 – 30’s. I walked up to the bar and even though being fairly crowded I did not wait long for my drinks. I had the desire to order food at some point and the bartender gave me a menu to look at. The best part was that she even walked up to our table being the only person there and asked us what we wanted rather than having to walk up to the bar to order.
Even though its a small town bar this place is definitely happening. Bartender was very friendly as well as the locals. What I enjoyed most is being a minority and not feeling any tension from the regulars is definitely a plus. Looks like we found another place to hangout when Crystal and Neda are in town!
Thanks Johnny’s, we’ll be back again soon!

When in St. Helens does as the St. Helians. Or whatever they’re called. Johnny’s is clearly the local place for the 20 – 30 something’s on the weekend. A couple pool tables, few TVs and an expensive as ugh jukebox make this a decent place. The bartender and waitstaff are friendly enough, even when you not from there.

Friendly Staff.
Regulars bar with a view new characters from time to time.
I can’t comment on their food, but I remember they offer some good solid fare and have specials.
Their tap line up could be more interesting.

I’m the youngest 1 here and I’m 39. It’s 3 in the afternoon. This place is obviously cliquey. I walk in and everyone looks at me, I immediately start laughing. Order a bacon cheeseburger. It came with shredded lettuce! Really?! This isn’t burger king. Shredded lettuce is for salads. I think u get my point. If ur not a local, I’m sure there r some more main stream bars here.

Coldest beer in town! Great food not just by bar standards, but by most standards. The chili burger is outstanding. $ 1.00 coors light pints on Mondays. Covered outside smoking area with TV’s.

I have to say I am a fan. We only went once, but for bar food it was pretty good and the bartender was very attentive and friendly. Definitely a place my fiancé and I will stop by at again.
Prices were average for a bar and it gets a little noisy, but hey, its a bar. :)

Cold, cold, cold frosty glasses; a well kept bar and space; good pool tables; an outside smoking area and good service. Hey… it’s a great place to chill with a cold one, not to mention $ 1 Coors Lights on Monday nights.