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Johnnie's Grill - El Reno, OK

Onion-fried burgers are Johnnie's claim to fame. Ribbons of onion are mashed deep into the top of a patty of ground beef as it cooks on the grill, resulting in a hamburger that is a delicious intertwined mix of meat and caramelized onion. Also notable: slaw-topped Coney Island hot dogs.
100% Approval Rating (13 votes)
5 - Overall: Worth driving from anyplace
Overall: Worth driving from anyplace

Must Eats

onion-fried burger ($3.00)
Coney Island hot dog ($2.00)

Written Reviews

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Michael Stern
Roadfood.com Editor
"From the street, Johnnie’s looks like an undistinguished town café. But it's an original taste of America ... and of southwest roadfood par excellence. Onion-fried burgers are Johnnie's claim to fame. Ribbons of onion are mashed deep into the top of a patty of ..."   [Read More].

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301 S. Rock Island, El Reno, OK
405-262-4721

Hours & Policies

Seasons:Open Year Round
Meals Served:Breakfast, Lunch
Operational Hours:Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:No
Alcohol Served:No
Outdoor Seating:No
Reservations Accepted:No
Delivery Available:No
Takeout Counters:No
At the left, an onion fried burger sizzles on the grill. On the right is the result: a hamburger fused with caramelized onions.
"At the left, an onion fried burger sizzles on the grill. On the right is the result: a hamburger fused with caramelized onions."
Michael Stern





The sauce on a Johnnie's Coney is sweet and zesty -- an ideal companion for the chili atop the wiener.
"The sauce on a Johnnie's Coney is sweet and zesty -- an ideal companion for the chili atop the wiener."
Michael Stern


The Arkansas Sandwich, which is two eggs sandwiched between pancakes, causes us to debate the question: syrup or no? We suggest pouring it on...
"The Arkansas Sandwich, which is two eggs sandwiched between pancakes, causes us to debate the question: syrup or no? We suggest pouring it on..."
Michael Stern


The onion burger (with cheese); I should have gotten the double.  Very tasty!
"The onion burger (with cheese); I should have gotten the double. Very tasty!"
JonBattle


Everett Adams bakes the cakes and pies for Johnnie's at home and brings them in, fresh from the oven, every morning.
"Everett Adams bakes the cakes and pies for Johnnie's at home and brings them in, fresh from the oven, every morning."
Michael Stern


Steve Galaway, proprietor of Johnnie's, is a fount of burger lore. If you look closely at the menu on the wall behind him, you’ll see listings for a couple of locally beloved cheap-eats specialties other than onion-fried burgers: corn dogs and Fritos pie.
"Steve Galaway, proprietor of Johnnie's, is a fount of burger lore. If you look closely at the menu on the wall behind him, you’ll see listings for a couple of locally beloved cheap-eats specialties other than onion-fried burgers: corn dogs and Fritos pie."
Michael Stern


One of the basic rules of finding good Roadfood is that almost every place that boasts it is the home of anything is worth checking out. Johnnie’s, home of the onion-fried burger, is an excellent example.
"One of the basic rules of finding good Roadfood is that almost every place that boasts it is the home of anything is worth checking out. Johnnie’s, home of the onion-fried burger, is an excellent example. "
Michael Stern


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