Catfish Johnnys

Went to Catfish Johnnys because I received a gift card. Found this really nice, clean and large place that has been open for 35 years. They must be doing something right for their longevity. The server was really nice and told me there was a special of the day. I ordered the Catfish fingers, fries and hush puppies. All was so good but the hush puppies were so so good. Not something from the freezer, freshly made. The catfish was the shining star of the plate. This is a gem that I will return and recommend.

We had a great lunch-dinner. Our server was as helpful and attentive. My 2 guests enjoyed their meals and so did I. I'm not used to grouper being served like this but I'm spoiled after having Frenchy's for so many years. There is an attached tap room but to get a beer, you must walk over there. It is a separate business. Odd. My only minor nit, a card on the table advertising 12 oz pours of Michelob Ultra for $3.50 ended up being a mason jar that didn't look like 12 ounces. I didn't measure it. I will return.

Good food, great atmosphere and friendly staff.They have been in business for many years, known for their delicious catfish. Their mascot (Amos) was a great draw. Everyone wanted to see Amos the gator. Only the owner, Johnny could present Amos to everyone who visited. Amos and Johnny were the stars and entertained each night they were opened. Johnny passed away in the recent years but the restaurant is still going strong. Come and visit in the quant town of Lake Panasoffkee.

Loved everything, the service was as great as the food. It's not a very large menu but, everything we order was delicious and cooked just the way everyone asked for it. I had a Cheeseburger which I couldn't even finish large and cooked perfectly. We arrived early so we could have an adult beverage adjacent to Johnnys called Pat's Tap. The bartender was terrific, even letting us sample a few of the brews . It's a very casual place so no need to dress up . We had a group of six and sat in the back room . Would definitely go back again. Very reasonable priced and the little hush puppies they gave us were a great treat. To full to have dessert , next time I will save some room.

Atmosphere is everything. Best burgers EVER!!! Try the catfish. Try the wings!! Try all the things! Make sure you let Miss Pat know you had a great time!!!

This place is amazing! Servers are friendly and attentive. The food is so delicious. They had a special for back to school and gave the kids free ice cream with sprinkles and let them pick out a school supply from a bucket of supplies to take with them. They also let them play in the yard on the large connect four game. I highly recommend the fried green tomatoes, the seafood platter and the garlic butter shrimp. Also the hush puppies were amazing.

This is an unassuming place that would be easy to pass by. The inside is small but quaint and the also serves outdoor on the deck for lunch. The server was top notch. Just a rarely found nice, happy person, I believe her name was Ashley. Had fried green tomatoes as an appetizer. It was good and 6 big slices. Unfortunately it came out about 2 minutes before the food and was really hot, so brought most of it home. I had the peel and east shrimp special, with fried okra and cole slaw, it also came with hush puppies. Very tasty and more food than I could eat. Pepsi products but I had a sweet tea that was good. They are closed on Sunday. I will back!

Food is super wonderful and one of our fav spots now. Our friends are from Massachusetts and said this was the best seafood they've had here in florida!

Just left catfish Johnnys and the food was great! The catfish seemed fresh and our server was great. Me and the husband are doing a food tour in the area to try and find the best local restaurant. We will be going to big bass grill later tonight for dinner.

Great spot in otherwise food starved Panasoffkee community. Service was informative and helpful. I ordered the hand breaded, fried shrimp - perfectly prepared. The gratis corn fritters were soe of the best I have had. My partner had a broiled perch sandwich which was overcooked. The fried okra appetizer was ok. We will definitely go back for more fried shrimp!