Johnny’s Irish Pub

A wonderful neighborhood pub with great food, plenty of parking, live music and fun people… I have been a fan of this spot for many years… Old world charm and a cozy feel welcomes you in… The Rubin is one of the best in town and the chef knows his craft well… Check em out soon…

A great neighborhood bar. Great food and music (especially on Tuesday nights!). A really fun atmosphere.

Dinner time on a cold Thursday evening in December we had the place all to ourselves. The two gentlemen serving us were attentive and cordial.
On the specials there was a thai pork n rice soup with a siracha fried egg topped with pepperjack. It seems like one of those really late night ideas shared in a fit of hungry hilarity. I didn’t see the siracha but the bowl was packed with flavor. Really won on this «specials» gamble.
The reuben was ok, the corned beef was a bit thick and tough, the bread not tasting toasted. The up sides were the house made 1000 island dressing and the chipotle option of the same. The mountain of sizzling hot fries were also very good. You could literally warm your hands by them like a crackling fire.

I absolutely LOVE Johnny’s! It is a hidden gem. When I first moved here a few months back, I just kept driving right past this place because I found it so easy to miss. My boyfriend and I started going because we were looking for bars in walking distance and this was one of them. At first, I wasn’t too sure about the area as in whether it would be safe or not. However, I can certainly say that this is in a safe area (we always walk to and from and have felt safe), and from day one, we have received AWESOME service.
Every single person who works here, in my experience, has been absolutely phenomenal. They even have live music and free popcorn! We like to come in for a chill night and play some darts. Prices are definitely reasonable, and they have a great selection of craft beers. My only wish is that more people would go! We tend to go around midnight and it’s usually not busy by then. I’m told this is because it tends to cater to an older crowd, but I’ve still been there when it’s been kinda crowded (i.e., like 25 people). You gotta try this place out for yourself – it definitely has a lot to offer.

I’m not sure if this had anything to do with Johnny’s Irish Pub, but I had a really great experience watching a few bands perform on a Friday night. The drinks were flowing, the laughs were plentiful, and the company and music were pretty nice. For someone who tends to be a curmudgeon, a nice night out tends to feel pretty damn good. So, a nice big thanks goes out to Johnny’s Irish Pub for having a pretty sweet spot to listen to some local live bands. Don’t worry about the expensive drinks, that’s why I only gave the place 3 stars. Just bring some friends, and enjoy your experience.

I struggle with this review. On one hand, I see the potential as a bar. It would definitely be a fun place to hang out. On the other hand we have a restaurant. It is the restaurant side that I am reviewing today.
First the positive. The food was quite good. It being a Friday during lent, we were looking for a good fish fry. After doing a search, we opted for this establishment. The people were very friendly. At one time the manager stopped by for a bit to chat. I like when owners and managers do this sort of thing, it means they care.
Now for the negative. The place is LOUD. Were it not for the fact that we were able to grab a table all the way in the back corner, we would have had to leave. Getting the attention of a member of the staff can be difficult. The place is packed and they are busy but it’s never good to have to go up to the bar and ask if you are supposed to place the order with them. Finally, perhaps it’s just that I am from Buffalo and things are a bit different but I found that while the food was very good, the quantity and the price were the inverse of what I was expecting. The fish and the sides were rather small compared to what we are served in Buffalo. The price was a bit higher than what we would pay, given the circumstance.
Would I go back? Yes, to catch a band and have a snack. For a full meal? Probably not.

I have to agree with almost everyone here that the bar food, simple and nicely done, is among the best you’ll find. A bit too crowded and loud on Friday and Saturday evenings to enjoy a bite to eat but at other times, a real gem. Scott hit it right on the mark when he described the burgers. There are plenty of places that offer burgers and ask you how you want it cooked but most want cook it rare (even here, I’ve had to be very specific that rare means blood red and cold in the middle), but eventually they get it. And the rolls do make the burger. On that Scott and I agree. Wash it down with a Guinness and accompany it with crispy fries and you’ve got a nice meal. If Johnny’s wasn’t so far out of our way, we’d probably stop in much more often. But as it is, they often have acoustic guitar and ukelele (I know, the latter sounds a bit unusual but my wife plays and has dragged me here to hear a young girl who has taught her) and frankly, the music is amazing!

I’ve only been to Johnny’s once, but now that I will be heading back to the ROC I will definitely become a regular.
I frequent the laundromat that shares parking with Johnny’s, so I decided to go in and check it out. There is a happy hour menu on select days as well as a regular line up of live performers. The food is fresh and the staff is very attentive.
When I walked in it felt like what I would imagine Cheers felt like. A place where everyone knows or would like to know your name, smack dab in the middle of the neighborhood with none of the pretension the bars on park ave have, but all the character. Regular order their regulars and newbies find a home.
It is a bit divey, a little dark and dingy, but not seedy, which makes all the difference.

nice neighbor place with lots of taps, really dark inside, plenty of free popcorn and parking. They offer live mainstream music too.

I finally got to check this place out as it seems pretty popular. Live music was cool, however the bar itself was dismal. The bartender (possibly the owner?) was so rude to me and all I did was order drinks, didn’t even try to chit chat or anything. Today, I looked at my bank account and they charged me twice so now I have to deal with that. Pass. There are so many great bars and pubs in Rochester I see no reason to go back to this one. It also smelled bad… no good, and the bathroom was disgusting.

The best bar food I’ve ever had. It’s done simply and it’s done fresh. Hand pressed burgers on homemade rolls baked every morning. (When they ask you how you want your burger cooked you know it’s going to great quality) I don’t know what kind of bread it is, I’ve never had anything like it. Thick, crispy bacon and a nice sharp cheddar cheese. They put this house made BBQ sauce on it… Bangin!
The chicken tenders are actually fresh chicken tenderloins dredged in a cornmeal type breading. Fried perfectly, still juicy and not too heavy.
The menu has the classic fare you would see on any bar menu, but all are not created equal. Who ever owns the joint defiantly has love and passion which is poured into this establishment.
I don’t drink anymore but at a glance it looks like they got a good amount of quality beers on tap, plus all the commercial brands too!
GO TO JOHNNY’S WHEN YOU ARE HUNGRY!!!

Where can an Irish guy go on St pattyz day and be told to leave because he is intoxicated and not bothering anyone… Johnnys that’s where… Got a ride home by 6pm…

Another place I tell myself — «go here more often, Breanna!» I’ve been to Johnny’s a handful of times for a variety of reasons — music, happy hour, sit down dinner, quick meal and pint at the bar — and I always leave a happy camper. The staff is beyond friendly. They offer helpful beer suggestions since they have a nice selection on tap and made sure we were satisfied with our food choices. More than the usual «how is it?» …it’s more like, «wow, aren’t those french fries good? That’s my favorite burger too — is it cooked to your liking.» It really is just one of those great bars where you instantly feel at home. I often get lost in all the paraphernalia on the wall and can never resist the free popcorn. You know, it’s good for the bar — salt makes you want more beer. I know their devilish tricks, but I give in each and every time.
Last visit, I had the Bacon Blue Burger and it might be one of my new faves around town. The roll is perfect — it soaks up all the juices and the desired bread to meat ratio. Vital. Also, anything «plus bacon» pretty much wins in my book. I loved their fries too — golden crispy, flaky exterior. I ate every last one of them. I also tried the Naked Dove IPA with «experimental hops.» Yes, that’s right. It sounds a little shady, but intriguing. The beer delivered. It had a solid hoppy flavor, but light finish.
I plan to pop in for one of the bands in the future and to try their Friday Fish Fry. Mind you, any place that has Chicken Fried Bacon on their menu should be frequented often… that’s an item that must be tasted at least once before you’re at risk for cardiac arrest.
P. S. No cover charge for the bands (omg yes!). Although — throw some tips at the band, they work hard :) … don’t forget about your bartenders & servers too.

What can I say, great place. Good wings, almost always a live band, lots of great beers on tap and good bartenders. For bar food this place is as good as most. I’ve only had wings and a couple other things. Their fries are excellent. I’ve enjoyed everything I’ve had here. Not the youngest crowd, which is nice because it puts me on the younger end for a change. Love Johnny’s.

I really like Johnny’s and I always have. It’s not that the Guinness here is particularly spectacular or that the food is something to write home about (although both are quite good) — it’s more that the place just feels like a comfortable, friendly neighborhood pub that’s supported musicians since its inception. It’s so funny that when the place first opened and was called Johnny’s «smoke free», no one thought that a bar that didn’t let its patrons smoke would survive. Well, Johnny’s has done a lot in the way of upping its game in the past decade to offer something more than a smoke-​free environment to draw in regulars: good food, free popcorn, great musicians and most of all a friendly and welcoming staff that really go out of their way to make you feel at home. I’m of course partial to the last Sunday of the month Irish sessions where players of all ages get together to share in a timeless tradition.

I love the food here and the staff is always pleasant.

Tonight was my first time at Johnny’s. I came to hear the Irish music and I wasn’t disappointed. The music was great. No cover charge and the whiskey was top notch! As the music started at 5 PM, I had dinner there, too. It was the Cajun Burger and it was very good. The two bartenders were friendly and helpful. The people were nice, too. I’ll be coming back again, that’s for sure!

The Beatles like to drink at Johnny’s too! I know this because on the wall, there is picture of them walking across the street to Johnny’s. They are single file in the crosswalk, with John in front in a white suit, and Paul barefoot. I haven’t seen them in there yet, but maybe they just like to go on the weekdays to avoid the riffraff. That’s understandable; we celebrities like to keep a low profile, lest we get mobbed by our adoring fans.
I can see why they like Johnny’s though; it’s just a damn good bar. There’s always live music (no cover), reasonably priced drinks ($ 4 wells), darts, a pool table, free popcorn, some photohunt-​type game, and a welcoming crowd with a wide age-​range. I haven’t had the pleasure of trying it, but I hear they serve up some decent bar food as well.
Most importantly, the bartenders are always friendly. We have a great rapport. Last time, I was all, «Have you seen the Beatles lately?»
And he was all, «Ask me that again and I’ll throw you out on your ass. Finish your drink, and stop bothering everyone around you.»
He’s always kidding around. What a great guy.

The owner, Johnny Savino, is frequently present. A great guy with a great business.
On tap are your traditional Irish beers (Guinness, Harp, Magners, Smithwicks) plus a few local beers and lights.
The daily live music ranges from Irish to Jazz to Classic Rock. Always a great band playing at Johnny’s, never with a cover!
The bartenders are all great as well, good service in a timely manner.

Great Irish pub… friendly service, live entertainment.