JOHNNY'S OTHERSIDE
JOHNNY'S OTHERSIDE is on the mend. The grade is a B (88/100), yet the trajectory across its recent inspections points up.
It currently ranks safer than 37% of Orange County restaurants we grade. The most recent report (January 28, 2026) still cited 1 high-priority and 4 basic violations, so there's room to climb. Diner rating: 4.4 from 1,866 reviews. Menus here flag options for keto and paleo diners.
Trend: improving · B (88/100) · safer than 37% of Orange County restaurants we grade
Get directions Call (407) 894-6900
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- B (88/100)
- Violations
- 5 total — 1 high-priority, 4 basic
- Address
- 1619 E MICHIGAN ST, Orlando, FL
- Cuisine
- American
- Categories
- American restaurant
- Price
- $10–20
- Rating
- 4.4 stars (1866 reviews)
- Neighborhood
- Wadeview Park
- Seats
- 155
- Phone
- (407) 894-6900
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
An average is a poor summary when the underlying reviews look like this. The staff cuts both ways here, averaging 3.8 among the reviews that raise it.
The split is 15 positive to 2 negative across 18 rated reviews, with 1 in the middle. More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 13 of 18. What nobody raises here is serving size — it goes unmentioned across all 18 reviews.
The inspection lands in between as well: DBPR graded this kitchen a B (88/100), citing 1 high-priority and 4 basic violations. That result dates from January 28, 2026. The trend across inspections is improvement. Ranked against Orange County, it is safer than 37% of the restaurants we score. What the inspector actually wrote up: handwashing and food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized.
Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. Full reviews follow below in the order they were left.
Our own analysis of 18 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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First visit today and had the BEST Blue Cheese Burger ever! It's at the top of thier Menu for a Readon. Great Staff is are attentive and helpful, there is a reason why they've been in business since 1985! Service! No need to fret on making a decision to enjoy a drink or a meal... Just Go!
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Walked in. Told to sit anywhere. We did. They gave us 2 menus and walked away. And we waited. 10:45am. No waitresses to be found. 10:50am. 5 show up. 2 go serve customers. 3 go go to the station. NOBODY came by to ask us about drinks. Table next to me asked for to go boxes. Waitress went got them, walked right by. A couple was sat down at the other table next to us. They got menus, asked what they wanted to drink. Beverages brought. Waitress walked right by. I got up walked out. Girlfriend got up followed out and then service was offered. Really wanted to eat here. Too bad service was absolute garbage. PS: If management's only response to a Facebook review is to block you, so your review isn't seen, that's a definite sign that they don't plan to improve. One and done with this one. There a lot of other spots to go eat at in Orlando. Good reviews help. Bad reviews spread. It's not a matter that a customer won't come back. It's word of mouth. An experience like this is one you tell everyone that asks you where to eat at in Orlando and the answer after this will be "Don't go to Johnny's Other Side."
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Best place in town for consistent quality food, service and entertainment.. Years later.. still the best choice for live music and wide menu selection.. as well as great service from staff that cares and tries hard to please, (Tiana) no matter what the conditions.
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Brandon is amazing! Made great suggestions, and yummy drinks!!
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Wonderful
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Our favorite spot in Orlando for food, atmosphere, value and service.
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Great place, good atmosphere, good food, awesome drinks🍸
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Super fun, loud live music, open concept but overhead covered. Food and service was great. Walk in and seat yourself!!
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Wish could give 000 horrible service, didn’t even have a chance to see if food is worth it!!! Not going to waste money or time!!!
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Excellent redfish sandwich and redfish tacos!
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Been going here since they opened The Other Side. Phenomenal food! Everything from the burgers, blacked redfish tacos, chicken quesadilla, NY dogs, french dip, wings, and cuban, they're all fantastic!! My fav spot in Orlando!
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Best hamburgers in town!
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This place is really good. Food is awesome and on Saturdays and Tuesdays they have sweet deals
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Went here with some friends to hangout. The waitstaff was very friendly i thought the waiter was one of my friends and accidentally dapped him up but he was cool with it. I ordered a cucumber salad and it was good, the raw onions were not over powering. I will say this place is great to hear live music but hard to talk to friends in.
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Service by Lexie was outstanding!! Brunch Food & Drink a were excellent and as a bonus before 11am on Saturday 1/2 price...
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Lexie was amazing!!! Great customer service!! Saturday Half Priced Brunch is a hidden gem & a must do in Orlando!
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Lexie was fantastic and the food was awesome- highly recommend!
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If you’re into awkward vibes and hostile management, then Johnny’s is definitely the place for you! Jamie (the GM) seems to take “customer service” as more of a suggestion than a requirement. I’ve never seen someone make both customers and employees equally uncomfortable. Also, banning someone for a year because they quit? That’s… a choice. The bar itself could be great, but management makes sure it’s not. My name is Cailyn McGary go ahead and put me on the ban list too, Jamie!😘 #JusticeForLydia
Overall Score
61 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:30 AM to 10 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:30 AM to 11 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:30 AM to 11 PM
- Thursday
- 10:30 AM to 11 PM
- Friday
- 10:30 AM to 12 AM
- Saturday
- 9 AM to 12 AM
- Sunday
- 9 AM to 10 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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January 28, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 4 basic
- 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
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September 18, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 6 basic
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
- 42 — Cleaning and maintenance equipment
Safer options nearby
Higher-graded restaurants close to JOHNNY'S OTHERSIDE, by Florida DBPR grade:
- SWIRLERY
This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →
Data last updated: January 28, 2026