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Johnny Garlic's
(Now Closed)New American Restaurant$$$$
South San Jose, San Jose
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Cesar FonsecaMay 13, 2013Their Chipotle Pasta was perfectly cooked with a hearty portion, enough for a couple to share. Delicious unique taste you won't find at just any pasta place. Satay wraps appetizer is awesome too!UpvoteDownvote
Great food in a surprisingly low key environment. The pepperoni mozzerella sticks are a must try. They have a large lunch menu that features smaller portions at very reasonable prices.UpvoteDownvote
Crystal BrownApril 13, 2013Was able to get seating in the bar immediately and our waiter Onofre N. was pretty awesome. The ribeye looked thin, but was perfectly medium rare and delicious.UpvoteDownvote
James MastrocovoMarch 12, 2013The junior mint ice cream dessert is delicious. Their veggie burger is also bet tasty, although the party kind of fell apart.
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ᴡ ʞɔıN 🚗💨🚓January 27, 2013I've been to three different Johnny Garlic's and this one by far has the best service! Their quality of service and organization is impeccable!Upvote2Downvote
Christina GianelloniDecember 8, 2012Great service, fast kitchen, food was awesome and portions huge. We had the volcano chicken and venison creation... yummmmm!Upvote1Downvote
Henry TranJuly 21, 2012Garlic fries are a must for garlic lovers!! Definitely try the Chinese takeout in flat bread, salty and sweet meet for perfection!UpvoteDownvote
Anne WittSeptember 20, 2012Service was amazing! Try Guys Big Bite burger or the ribs...incredible. Bananas Foster is also to die for!UpvoteDownvote
Steve BrockJuly 22, 2012This place is hands down amazing phenomenal food great service great atmosphere 5 stars for sureUpvoteDownvote
Jesus ValenzuelaJanuary 7, 2013Fast friendly service! Had the flank steak. Delicious! Kale chips were awesome!Upvote2Downvote
Kyle FowlerFebruary 10, 2013Everything was pretty average. Atmosphere feels kind of odd and cliche. Hello Guy posters! More or less the rating was spot on.UpvoteDownvote
Cindy KaoJanuary 4, 2013If you are into wild game, they always have some on the special menu.Upvote2Downvote
David ParmleyOctober 21, 2012Great BBQ bacon wrapped shrimp and also the garlic friesUpvote1Downvote
Emily A.May 22, 2012Good food, a little salty but good. Barbie is an amazing server, and a total sweetheart!UpvoteDownvote
TinyDecember 2, 2013Steak had no flavor. Garlic mash tasted like leaves. Swapped for sautéed spinach and that was extremely salty. Probably won't ever visit again. Waiter was very sweet- the only plus.
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Janet HSeptember 20, 2012Garlic fries will keep the vampires away for a year... Or two. MwahahahahUpvote4Downvote
LeTia TyborMay 11, 2013Just okay. The Sonoma salad was the best! Veggies were way over salted, ribs were overcooked and mashed potatoes were missing the garlic :(UpvoteDownvote
D ClunieNovember 30, 2012Skip overpriced entrees and get 3 or 4 starters for same $$$$ and they're tastier to boot!UpvoteDownvote
Kacy NgoSeptember 24, 2012The pastas were very plain and not worth the price. Not coming back here anytime soon.Upvote1Downvote
Ron MurieraApril 20, 2013Was not impressed. Burger was so-so and not even close to being warm. Disappointing.UpvoteDownvote
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