Johnny's is a small Italian place with really good food and a friendly staff, located at 6534 Tara Boulevard, Jonesboro, Georgia, USA 30236. They have quite a variety on the menu. They have pizza, baked sandwiches, and all kinds of pasta. Their prices are very reasonable; an entrée generally costs $6 - $8. The portions are generous to say the least¹. If you want something to drink, they have good selection of beer, including some odd imports.

For cheese lovers, you have to try their cheesy garlic bread; it's wonderful. Their specials are posted on a board in the corner and you'll rarely go wrong if you try one. They make a white pizza that the regulars seem to like. Their calzones are also very good.

They have weekly specials that are almost always worth trying. They generally cost between $10 - $13. They include a huge entrée, salad, and garlic bread.

The staff and the regulars are an interesting lot. They're often in a cluster around the small bar in the back. They're a good group of people, although it seems a bit soap-operaish at times.

If you're looking for good Americanized Italian food, you're missing out if you don't try Johnny's Pizza².

Driving Directions

From Atlanta, drive south on I-75. Go about 3 miles south of the perimeter and exit at Highway 19/41(Also known as Tara Boulevard) southbound. Go to the third light at Mount Zion Boulevard and make a U-turn. Johnny's Pizza is just past the Red Lobster.