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Johnny Pacific

Johnny Pacific

Latin American Restaurant$$$$
Winnetka
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8.6/10
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    Jeff W.
    "Really enjoyed the beef tinga and the potato and chorizo empanadas."(5 Tips)
    Billy A.
    "Johnny's Empanadas are the best in the Pacific Coast area!"(39 Tips)
    Dee P.
    "Try the beef tinga, chicken el pastor & flanada."(4 Tips)
    Bronson M.
    "Try the Refrescos they are made fresh and are a real treat,..."(4 Tips)
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  • Jeff W.heart icon on user image
    Jeff WilsonAugust 22, 2015
    Dropped about a c-note because I wanted to try everything. It was a delicious. Really enjoyed the beef tinga and the potato and chorizo empanadas. The chicken and beef skewers are both really good.
  • Justin O.heart icon on user image
    Justin OrdovezaNovember 29, 2014
    Great empanadas. Intensely flavored and very meaty these are filling. The sauces really accentuate the flavors of the empanadas.
  • Jon M.
    Jon MenagerSeptember 21, 2014
    This place is pretty good! I had the chicken satay. The chicken was juicy, delicious, & all white meat. The peanut sauce it was in was delicious also. I'll have to go back and try some other things!
  • Kevin T.heart icon on user image
    Kevin TDecember 24, 2016
    First off, their JP fries are freaking amazing... Perfectly crispy and seasoned!! For empanadas, you can't go wrong with Kailua pig, beef tinga, and BBQ pulled pork.
  • Brittany F.heart icon on user image
    Brittany FehlmanApril 1, 2013
    I don't eat meat & still had plenty of choices. I had their "signature salad" & it might have been the best salad I've ever had. Mango, raspberries & caramelized pecans! Spinach empanada was BOMB too!
  • Steve S.heart icon on user image
    Steve SeftonMay 4, 2017
    If you like empanadas you need to go to Johnny's. Signature salad, beef empanada, and roasted corn empanada are all amazing. And the guava-ade refresco is great.
  • Gloria T.heart icon on user image
    Gloria TapiaFebruary 9, 2016
    You can't beat their lunch combo! Mixed baby greens, your choice of any 2 empanadas (try their beef tanga, chicken-al pastor or chorizo+potato) & a canned drink. Substitute the can for a Refresco!
  • Bdizzel
    BdizzelNovember 7, 2013
    If your looking for something savory you have to try chicken al pastor empanada and for those with sweet tooth the Flanada with their signature caramel is awesome!
  • Debby C.heart icon on user image
    Debby CookSeptember 30, 2016
    We enjoyed everything we ordered. The signature salad is delicious, and a big serving. We split that and 4 empanadas and were really full.
  • Christina A.heart icon on user image
    Christina AnwarOctober 1, 2014
    Top 3- beef tinga, cheese & chicken empanadas. Flanada dessert empanada. All empanadas are good. Skewers. Get chimmi churri sauce and white sauce.
  • Billy A.heart icon on user image
    Billy AmpJuly 7, 2016
    Johnny's Empanadas are the best in the Pacific Coast area! So many flavors to choose from!
  • Low K.heart icon on user image
    Low KeyMay 15, 2015
    The empenadas & sticky rice are awesome! I would highly recommend trying this out if you are craving empenadas, or just something different!
  • Low K.heart icon on user image
    Low KeyMay 15, 2015
    The empenadas, sticky rice, & the skewers were all awesome! I highly recommend hitting this spot if you're craving empenadas!
  • Alex W.heart icon on user image
    Alex WickmanJuly 20, 2015
    The lunch combo.. I usually get two pulled pork empanadas and fries.. there fries are the best I have ever had!
  • Isabel P.
    Isabel PadronOctober 1, 2014
    I'm in love and I honestly don't get tired of the choices and the sauces they pick for the empanadas are on point
  • Debby C.heart icon on user image
    Debby CookSeptember 30, 2016
    Loved the beef tinga, bacon jalapeño, Kailua pig, and spinach and cheese empanadas.
  • Justin O.heart icon on user image
    Justin OrdovezaNovember 30, 2014
    The chicken tinga was savory especially with the Chimichurri sauce.
  • Brandon C.heart icon on user image
    Brandon CreagerJanuary 20, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Staff is incredible!! The food speaks for itself and is perfect. Small menu keeps it simple but the flavors are loud!
  • Justin M.
    Justin McGeeOctober 16, 2014
    Every empanada I've had was incredible, but I think the Tonga Beef stands out the most.
  • Shaimoom N.heart icon on user image
    Shaimoom NewazJuly 21, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Chicken-al-pastor is the go to. Beef and beef rings are veterans. Can't go wrong though!
  • Ricky Y.
    Ricky YeanJanuary 31, 2014
    Sooo good. I got the chummi churri #2 combo lunch. Sooo good!! Best for meat lovers!
  • Sandy B.heart icon on user image
    Sandy BellakJune 29, 2016
    Pulled pork is awesome. Many dipping sauces with fun combo of flavors!
  • S. H.heart icon on user image
    S. H.November 28, 2017
    Tinga empanada was mouth wattering.. I am hooked with their delicious food
  • Saila R.heart icon on user image
    Saila ReyesJanuary 4, 2014
    Lunch special can't be beat. Spinach and cheese empanada and the flanada are king.
  • Bronson M.
    Bronson ManningApril 17, 2013
    Try the Refrescos they are made fresh and are a real treat, especially the pineapple!
  • Karim A.heart icon on user image
    Karim AkbarOctober 15, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the chicken al pastor. Honestly they're all pretty good tho. Bring a beer perfect vibe inside
  • Bray D.heart icon on user image
    Bray DohertyApril 18, 2015
    Always go for the number 2 & cheese empanada. Yum!
  • Davina W.
    Davina WalkerNovember 2, 2015
    Everything is delicious!!,love this place..
  • Bre H.
    Bre HammondAugust 25, 2019
    I only tried the chicken. Wanted spinach but it only came with cheese. Empanadas were dripping with oil. Taste was good.
  • Princess C.heart icon on user image
    Princess CocoJuly 1, 2016
    Veggie empanadas and the watermelon drink!
  • TD B.heart icon on user image
    TD BratMay 5, 2016
    Love the empanadas, don't forget dessert.
  • Jenny C.
    Jenny CJune 29, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try their homemade refrescos! Pineapple and guava-ade are my favorites.
  • Nancy B.heart icon on user image
    Their empanadas are all good.
  • James C.
    James ChoMay 4, 2011
    can't go wrong with chimichurri skewers and a chicken El pastor empanada.
  • Trevor H.heart icon on user image
    Trevor HammondsMarch 18, 2016
    Empanadas were terrific!
  • David P.
    David PhamJanuary 27, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Best spinach n cheese,pulled pork,chorizo potato empanadas and guava-ade!!
  • Dee P.
    Dee PMay 20, 2012
    Try the beef tinga, chicken el pastor & flanada.
  • Marcy M.
    Marcy MerinoJune 28, 2012
    Guava-ade & a Beef or Spinach & Cheese empanada!! BOMB!
  • Chris S.
    Chris SabalburoJanuary 28, 2012
    love the spinach and cheese empanada and all the sauces!
  • Eddie M.heart icon on user image
    Eddie MunsterJune 2, 2015
    everything!
  • Michael O.heart icon on user image
    Michael OliverApril 13, 2018
    Been here 25+ times
    Meat portions used to be bigger.
  • Ingrid T.heart icon on user image
    Ingrid TorresOctober 17, 2014
    Great empanadas!
  • Maricar
    MaricarJanuary 15, 2011
    Chicken empanada with aoli sauce n guava-ade is sooo good
  • Andrew A.
    Andrew AlmendrasAugust 21, 2010
    Pork, chicken & beef empanadas the best tasting...so far
  • Nicole B.
    Nicole BoltApril 17, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the guavade
  • Sam G.
    Sam GFebruary 21, 2010
    Try different dipping sauces with an empanada. The chipotle one is good.
  • Angel Q.
    Angel QuirozAugust 8, 2010
    Flat iron kabobs are awesome!
  • Shelli
    ShelliMarch 28, 2011
    No alcohol fyi. Great empanadas
  • Zane W.
    Zane WallaceApril 1, 2013
    kaluah pig is the shizz
  • Roger P.
    Roger PazSeptember 10, 2010
    Empandas and skewers are too die for. No joke.
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