Half Moon Bay favorite Johnny’s has slipped into the San Mateo brunch scene, quietly debuting a new location in downtown’s Brickline development. The modern spin on the classic diner began its soft opening last Tuesday and is currently serving breakfast and lunch in the mornings and early afternoons, with owners eyeing a formal grand opening in early April.
Where it is and when
The San Mateo outpost is tucked into the Brickline complex at 7 N. B St. and is open daily from 8 AM to 2 PM. The restaurant began soft-opening service last Tuesday, with a full grand opening planned for early April, according to The Mercury News.
Menu and vibe
The menu leans hard into diner comfort food, with lemon ricotta pancakes, old-school milkshakes, and pie sharing space with waffles, chilaquiles, and a short-rib eggs Benedict. In San Mateo, the lineup also includes a crispy fish sandwich, shrimp Louie, and smash burgers, per the restaurant’s website at Johnny’s.
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