John’s Cafe
301 NW Broadway, Portland, OR, 97209
John’s Cafe Menu
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Diabetics at Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets serves burgers which are generally high in sodium and fat. Ensure that you pick the burgers which are light and doesn't contain too much sodium. Try ordering salads if you're concerned about your sugar intake and looking for healthy choices.
Foods to Avoid at Johnny Rockets for Diabetics:
Johnny Rockets is a fine dining place for burgers, but you must be selective if you're a diabetic. Skip all kinds of dressing when you order a burger at Johnny Rockets as it will only spike the sodium content on your meal. Salads are often considered diabetic-friendly but not the ones at Johnny Rockets. Avoid Crispy Chicken Club Salad and Grilled Chicken Club Salad as they are too high in sodium and fat.
Make sure you opt for water instead of the drinks available on the Johnny Rockets menu. Besides Diet Coke and Coffee, most of the drinks served at Johnny Rockets are high in sugar. Skip the shakes at Johnny Rockets to avoid high sugar intake. Breakfast is always preferred heavy for diabetics but most of the breakfast items on the Johnny Rockets menu are high in sodium and must be avoided.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at Johnny Rockets:
Rocket Single Burger (1 Serving)
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 10g), 350mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Bacon Cheddar Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 330 calories, 30g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 10g), 650mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Route 66 Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 330 calories, 30g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 10g), 280mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Route 66 Double Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 410 calories, 40g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 10g), 320mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
The Original Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat0g), 590mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Hot Tea (8 fluid ounces)
Nutritional Facts: 0 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat0g), 10mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Sweet Potato Fries, Side (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 220 calories, 10g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat0g), 370mg sodium, 30g carbs, 10g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Side of Fries (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 190 calories, 10g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 460mg sodium, 30g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
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High Blood Pressure at Johnny Rockets
Fast-food restaurants are your last resort if you are suffering from high BP. Most fast food restaurants including Johnny Rockets offer foods rich in sodium. High sodium intake can be even lethal for people concerned with high blood pressure. However, you can always try the salads or choose food without any extra dressing or side dishes to limit your sodium intake.
Foods to Avoid at Johnny Rockets for High Blood Pressure
It is extremely important to avoid any kind of burgers with extra dressing at Johnny Rockets. You must also skip any kind of breakfast items except Pancakes at Johnny Rockets. Also, avoid Breakfast Belt Sandwich and Rocket Breakfast Burger at Johnny Rockets as both these items are too high in sodium. Also, avoid Crispy Chicken Salad and Grilled Chicken Club Salad as well as any kind of dressing on other low-sodium salads available at Johnny Rockets. Skip shakes containing Oreo on the Johnny Rockets menu as Oreo shakes served at Johnny Rockets are high in sodium.
Food Suggestions for High Blood Pressure at Johnny Rockets
Strawberry Chocolate Swirl Milkshake (1 shake)
Nutritional Facts: 810 calories, 40g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 30g), 300mg sodium, 90g carbs, 90g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Rocket Single Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 350mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Route 66 Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 350mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Garden Salad (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 150 calories, 10g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 260mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Side Salad (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 70 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat0g), 110mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Apple Juice (10 fluid ounces)
Nutritional Facts: 140 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat0g), 30mg sodium, 30g carbs, 30g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
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High Cholesterol at Johnny Rockets
Burgers fall into the fast-food category and most fast-food items are high in cholesterol. If you're suffering from high cholesterol, then it is advised that you skip any meal with excessive fat and sugar.
Foods to Avoid at Johnny Rockets for High Cholesterol
You must skip all types of dressing on your burger. Also, avoid burgers like Smoke House Burger at all costs from Johnny Rockets menu. Skip all the drinks except coffee, iced tea, and diet coke as they are completely unhealthy for people with high cholesterol. Breakfast items on Johnny Rockets are very high in cholesterol and it is strictly recommended to avoid all the breakfast items on their menu including the sandwiches.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Johnny Rockets
Kids Cappuccino Crunch Milkshake (1 shake)
Nutritional Facts: 740 calories, 30g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 20g), 310mg sodium, 100g carbs, 80g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Garden Black Bean Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 330 calories, 30g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 650mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
The Spicy Houston Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 190 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 700mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Kids Banana Shake (1 shake)
Nutritional Facts: 560 calories, 30g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat20g), 190mg sodium, 60g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Johnny's Breakfast Sandwich (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 180 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 230mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
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Q & A on Johnny Rockets
Who owns Johnny Rockets?
Johnny Rockets is founded by Ronn Teitelbaum. Today, the restaurant chain is owned by Sun Capital Partners.
Does Johnny Rockets serve breakfast?
Yes, Johnny Rockets has a separate breakfast section, especially for breakfast meal. Johnny Rockets serves breakfast all day and night.
Where is Johnny Rockets located near me?
There are over 320 Johnny Rockets outlets across the United States. You can find a Johnny Rockets restaurant nearby using our Restaurant Listings directory.
What time does Johnny Rockets open and close?
All Johnny Rockets restaurants in the United States opens at 8 AM and stays open till 9 PM. Some Johnny Rockets restaurants stay open till midnight at some locations.
Does Johnny Rockets have gluten-free?
Johnny Rockets offers a wide range of gluten-free items. You can opt for the gluten-free bun to turn your burger into a gluten-free burger. For assurance, you can check out Johnny Rockets gluten-free menu.
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About Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets is a restaurant franchise headquartered in the United States. The American restaurant chain features 1950s diner-style restaurant format with individual jukebox stations, red vinyl seats, chrome accents, etc. There are around 320 Johnny Rockets restaurants in the United States.
Ron Teitelbaum from Los Angeles, California founded Johnny Rockets as a recreation of the 1940s vintage themed malt shops of his childhood. The first Johnny Rockets began its operations on June 6, 1986. Johnny Rockets specializes in American burgers and sandwiches as well as offers salads, starters, and shakes to enrich your dining experience at Johnny Rockets.
Healthy Food Options at Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets is a fast-food restaurant and finding healthy food at Johnny Rockets can be a bit tricky. While you can always opt for the salads and healthy shakes at Johnny Rockets for healthy options, there are also some healthy burgers and sandwiches which you can bet on. Ensure that the sugar, sodium, and cholesterol is in check when you order food at Johnny Rockets.
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Address :
301 NW Broadway
Portland, OR, 97209 - Phone (503) 227-4611
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Opening Hours
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Good For : Breakfast
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Divey
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Jeannie J.
I had this little corner cafe bookmarked for a while. I had driven past it many times, but hadn't actually gone in until I moved close by. It's run by a Greek family. A married couple and their grown son. I feel as if I'm being welcomed into their home. They remember your name, what you do, and order. They like to chit chat with their regulars, which is nice. I feel like I'm having lunch at my aunties. I like simple diner food, especially at their prices. It's cash only, but full meals can be had for under $5. As others have mentioned it's not fancy, but it's straight forward fare. The restaurant is tiny but clean. My favorite things so far are the soups . I've had four, which might be the only ones they offer. The ones that I have tried have been orzo (rice shaped pasta in a tomato vegetable broth), lentil, Navy bean, and a chicken & rice (with lemon which is very Greek). They make them in-house. They're warm, delicious and perfect with a grilled cheese. They charge $1.25 for a cup, or $2 for a bowl. The grilled cheese is $2.25. It's tough to beat for lunch. Pure comfort food. I tried the fish & chips dinner last time. It comes with soup or salad along with bread and butter. I knew it was frozen cod, but it was still much better than some that I've had for double the price (ahem, Low Brow). My tab was $5.25. I posted a picture of their breakfast specials. Breakfast is only available until 11 AM, and they're closed Sunday. Monday through Friday their hours are 6 AM-2 PM, and Saturday 6 AM to noon I believe. I still need to try their pancakes. They look pretty tasty! I highly recommend trying them if you re looking for an old school dining experience.
(4)Gabe G.
Great little dive in Portland, owners are friendly and the food is great. The price is fantastic, breakfast for three was $20! Ensure you stop by and try this place out....
(4)Brad G.
Five star diner-style old school homey breakfast and lunch joint. Cash only but you won't need much of it. Great food at 1970s ultra low prices. The Greek couple who run the place have been there for 42 years: he cooks and does dishes, she waits tables, buses and runs the register. We had the chicken fried steak breakfast and a John's Special. All ready in no time and not a single thing to complain about. Ten or so stools at the formica counter, with table seating for maybe 16-20. Mechanical register, 8-track stereo/radio playing....great feel to the place.
(5)Dan H.
First things first. How is this place called John's Coffee Shop on Yelp when it is clearly called John's Cafe? Inquiring minds want to know. Moving on. John's Cafe definitely epitomizes "Old School Portland" in every way possible. From the look of the place to the food that they serve (and the prices they serve it at) to the owners. This is what I imagine eating was like when my parents were kids. These are all very very good things. Where else in Portland can you get a hamburger and fries for $3.50? Where? I don't even think you could go to McDonald's and get the same. I of course had to get the Double Hamburger, but I'll tell you about that in a minute. I am so happy this place still exists and not too far from the Pearl either which is completely strange. Upon walking in for an early lunch on a Friday morning (guess I could have had a late breakfast) I was immediately greeted by the woman behind the counter. I originally was going to take a seat at the counter, but decided to grab a booth at the front of the restaurant (this place is tiny) as I thought there might be some good people watching. The place was sadly empty when I walked in, but that changed within 20 minutes of my arrival. I was asked if I wanted coffee which I did not. A menu was given to me and I looked at the choices. Burgers and sandwiches make up most of the menu along with breakfast eggy things for those that hate lunch. i could not believe the prices here. $1.25 for a cup of soup. The aforementioned $3.50 for a burger and fries. That is just crazy. Being that it was a cold day I started out with a cup of their soup of the day which on this day was navy bean. I don't know if they make the soup here, but for $1.25 I really don't care. It was hot and tasty and that is all I really cared about. For my main I had the double hamburger and fries ($4.50). Yes only $1 more will get you an extra patty. Don't get me wrong. These are your standard fast food type flat patties. Nothing spectacular about this burger at all. The fries are crinkle cut which also seems pretty old school. This is diner food. Comfort food. Nothing is organic or sustainable. This is how our parents and grandparents ate when they were young. There is something to be said about that. In total my bill came to $5.75. It is amazing to me that I can eat for well under $10 and be quite satisfied. One thing that I was disappointed with is that they don't do milkshakes or malts here. This seems like a place that would do such a thing, but no such luck. If they had that, I'd probably move in.
(4)Monica R.
This place I love Love LOVE. Delicious and great in prices and always fast and friendly. I've gone there four times in one month. It's small, classic cafe. The two owners have been there over thirty years.... I can see why. Total Portland, with an old flare
(5)Spencer T.
After years of searching, I finally found what I thought Portland lacked: a good, cheap, greasy-spoon Greek diner. Much as I love the myriad of creative breakfast and brunch options in Portland, sometimes I just want bacon, eggs, and potatoes. While there are no shortages of places where one can have this great combination in Portland, usually they charge far more than I'd normally pay for such a dish at a proper diner (I'm looking at you, Hotcake House). John's Café makes this meal well, and provides it quickly and cheaply. John's is a tiny place, run by a Greek couple, who keep the grill running with cheerful gusto. It's got a friendly atmosphere and is great for people-watching, between its blue-collar vibe and its swanky surroundings in the Pearl. Remember, cash only, people. The eggs were fried just as I ordered them (over medium). Good, solid grub. Not quite as good as those at some of the fancier joints in Portland (or at some of the better diners I've been to East of the Mississippi), but still a good choice. I wasn't as impressed by the hash browns when I had them (they seemed to be the from-frozen shredded ones to me), though they were still serviceable, especially once I put a second dash of salt on them and ran them through the bit of yolk that had run over to that side of the plate. The bacon was top-notch. Chewy and smoky, yet crispy at the bite. Just like good butcher-bacon should be. The woman waiting the tables recommended it highly for good reason. Like all good diner toast, John's Café's was slathered in butter. Wish they had raspberry jam among the selections to go with it, but that's a quibble. Finally, the coffee was decent diner coffee, and was constantly being refilled. Is John's the best diner I've ever been to? No. But not only would I go back, but I would even make the trek from Southeast out to the Pearl to go there. That's how much I love a proper diner. I wish Portland had more places like John's.
(4)Simon D.
John's Cafe is run by a husband and wife duo who are immediately welcoming. It's a typical old-school style diner and I felt like I was stepping back in time or to a movie set in the 70s. It was fun peering around at all of the old regalia. Everything is spotless and clean. The meals are all simple (I'm not sure the menu has been updated this decade) but hearty with adequate size servings and coffee always being topped up.
(3)Doug T.
Great throwback to the 70's. Cash only cafe that plays music via a real 8 track radio that doesn't look like it's been moved since the place opened in 1972. The wood paneling on the walls hasn't changed either. Nothing complex on the menu and nothing over 7 bucks! The hash potatoes are great; fresh cut in little cubes and fried until golden brown in real butter. Same with the meats; cooked until golden brown in real butter. No free wifi as the DeLorean that that you drove here took everyone back 40 years before it was even a concept. I you like the old school experience, this is the place. If you prefer vegan, gluten free organic, you might want to continue your search..
(4)Eddie E.
Cash only but Best $5 breakfast in downtown Portland. 2 big pancakes, egg, 2 pieces of bacon. Coffee is a little thin but with this price go get a cup of real Joe up the street. Small place takes you back in time to a simplistic life. Nice family runs he place but leave your attitude at the door or else they will call you out.
(4)A P.
This is my favorite place in Portland. It's completely no frills, small town diner, middle America grandpa food. It's not fancy, it's not gourmet, it's just regular old comfort food for a tiny price. The family who runs it are no nonsense and will not put up with your crap. If you're a classist a-hole, like a couple of the other reviewers, and can't stand to eat in the presence of poor people, then stay away. The pancakes are big, thick and delicious. I highly recommend them. The hashbrowns are good and greasy, the sausage links are superb and the cook knows how to cook the perfect egg, any way you want it. I usually come here early in the morning, so I can't speak about their lunch, though the one time I did get lunch here, I had a fantastic old school ham sandwich (White sandwich bread, ham, mayo. They don't mess around.) with a glass of milk and it simultaneously made my day and made me miss my Midwestern grandma.
(5)Melissa G.
Saw this little place while driving around with my boyfriend and decided to stop in and have some breakfast. Best decision ever! Prices are great and you get plenty of food! I had the French toast, which was so amazing! Everything was very delicious, we definitely plan on coming back again!
(5)William D.
John and his wife are the Best - Salt of the Earth. Not only do they provide you with a warm place for your early morning meal, the meal itself is made well, made quickly, and inexpensive to boot. They also are very kind-hearted toward the many street folks and troubled people who find their way in. Patronize this place, if you want to feed your soul.
(4)Elena D.
I came here because of the great reviews and was horribly disappointed. The food was decent and fairly cheap, but everything else was just terrible. The staff was chatting up this homeless looking couple talking about marijuana and who knows what else, and we were basically ignored the whole time. My boyfriend and I sat at the table long after it was cleared just waiting to pay so we could get the hell out of there. Will not be returning.
(1)Michael B.
This is THE place to get good breakfast near the Pearl for less than $10. This morning I had 2 eggs, toast, and hash browns for $3.95. All prepared quickly by two people who seem to own the place. The food isn't anything super special but the prices reflect that, unlike other establishments nearby. Couldn't figure out where the owners are from, they have thick accents and are very nice. On a weekday morning around 8:30 there was one other customer in the entire place. They only take cash but there is an ATM a block north on Broadway. No complaints here.
(4)Christy M.
The only time I can see myself darkening the door here again is if I'm extremely hungover and desperate for food and also broke. The food is mediocre at best, but very cheap, so it's easy to let the quality slide. A side result of the low cost is the clientele, which slanted extremely heavily towards the "tweaking" sort when we visited. This is one of those places that gets romanticized because of how "old school" it is, but really it's just cheap and seedy. The food reminds me of what schools used to serve in the cafeteria. We will definitely NOT be returning.
(2)Sterling P.
Plenty of bang for the buck. Family run business. Very inexpensive. We seem to go there at least once a month. If you want fine dining don't come to Johns, if you want a great double burger on the cheap, this is the place for you.
(5)Cathy N.
$3.95 for cheeseburger and fries that are actually pretty good. Friendly service. They have regulars. People come in, hang their coat on the rack, and joke around like family. Something I don't see so much in Southern California so it's kinda nice.
(5)chris c.
A no-frills kind of place. I was quite pleased with The basic bacon eggs toast and coffee breakfast. The bacon was crispy and plentiful. The hash browns were hot and crunchy on the outsides, my eggs were cooked to order just right. $6.25 was my total. I've been here a few times and have never been disappointed.
(4)Lisa S.
I should have gone to Fuller's. :(
(1)John C.
You can't beat the price and people watching.
(5)Frith P.
"Diamond in the rough" Great little place where you can get good food for next to nothing price wise! The food is good and the owners are nice. This place has regulars that have been going there for many years, so that says something about it. John's is a great place to go get a good meal, regardless of the time of day as both breakfast and lunch are good. I will definitely keep coming here!
(4)Greg B.
I found this by accident. It was a down to earth café place that you always see in the movies. It was old and the staff was very good at providing directions to where I wanted to go. The food was cheap and the coffee was wonderful. I highly recommend coming here, although I found this on foot, and I cannot recommend how one parks to go to this wonderful, relic of the past, place. The place does take cash and I did not see a card machine.
(5)Robbie C.
Sat down and had to listen to the owners son cause and you very foul language.. I would not take kids here.. Food was fair for a fair price.. Just got tired of hearing F bombs!
(2)Rebecca W.
Owned and operated by a family that has been there 30+ years, John's Cafe is a great little place to grab breakfast / burgers for a really great price. Very sweet and very simple and very cheap. Cash only is sometimes inconvenient, but it's so cheap that is rarely a problem. Old fashioned and quaint .
(4)Matt H.
Good diner lunches at very reasonable prices. I've been going here with some co-workers for burgers/gyros and fries or plate dinners like chicken-fried steak, veal cutlet, pork cutlet, Salisbury steak (with mashed potatoes and green beans). It's solid lunch-counter food for next-to-nothing. We love this place.
(4)Bob M.
Great local, well made,great company!! The old local diner down the street in your home town with great food! Reasonable!
(5)Meghann M.
Good Golly. I can hardly believe I'm the first to review this dive (and I mean that in the nicest possible way). I have spent a lot of my time in Portland complaining about the lack of cheap breakfasts. It is as though eggs get exponentially more expensive the further West one travels. While I hate to play the, "where I come from" game, it has to be said: Where I come from you can get breakfast for less than $4.00. This is also true at John's Coffee Shop. The husband and I had our anniversary breakfast here (yeah, we're fancy) and were not disappointed. Nothing fancy. Eggs, bacon, toast and hash browns for $4.00. The best part was the "ambiance." The fixtures, stools and booths are obviously original, and it appears the owners are too. A charming woman from...the Ukraine? Romania? An Eastern Block country? waited on us. A homeless man wandered in off the street and started yelling Bible verses and the charming woman chased him out with WITH A BROOM AND YELLED, "Shoo! Shoo!" I can't make this stuff up. Word of warning. Coffee is wretched. Awful. Bring your own if that kind of thing is important. I doubt they would care.
(4)Cathie W.
Excellent food, great price, wonderful owners, good conversation, great feel. We LOVED it!
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