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Johnny's Bistro on Main

8167 Main Street, Ellicott City, MD 21043
410 461 8210
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Ranked #2 of 100 restaurants in Ellicott City
Price range: $10 - $20
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner
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- May 18, 2013
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Dining options: Lunch, Dinner
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Catonsville, Maryland
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

I had ordered the special a Tuscan Chicken Panini and received a vegetarian Panini. Not knowing what's inside, I began eating it. After about 2 bites I realized this wasn't what I ordered but before I could say anything the server told me she accidently gave me the wrong food. She asked me if I wanted my original order, in... More

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Baltimore, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

This is one of my favorite places in Ellicott city to have lunch after/during shopping. The soups are the highlight - I have never had a mediocre one yet, and there is a different soup every day. The portions are very satisfying and the selection ranges from appetizers to salads to sandwiches. I tend to like grilled meats, garlic, shrimp,... More

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Baltimore, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

Went there for lunch, with a party of 5. The food was very good. Excellent cream of celery soup,steak salad and Reuben. Small tables seat 4, so you'll need to pull 2 tables together with bigger party's.... Service was fine, buy you place your order, they'll serve you . Prices were quite reasonable for the quality of food....they have beer... More

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Reisterstown, MD
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2013

Stopped in for lunch while window shopping in old town Ellicott City. Fun area and good place just to walk around. Small comfortable place, seat yourself, go to counter and order food, they bring it to you. Ordered the Bistro Sandwich, WOW!!, what flavor. Well marinated flank steak, juicy, flavorful and well cooked with a horseradish onion marmalade on a... More

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Indian Head, Maryland
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26 reviews 26 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

stopped for an early, light dinner on a Friday evening. Had the margarita pizza and an appetizer(red pepper and olive hummus and bread). Very good meal and excellent service. Also, the prices were reasonable. Would definitely dine there again.

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Columbia, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013 via mobile

Have been here twice now on business lunches. I work a few doors down...LOVE the eclectic setup & menu!!! Food is delicious...One of my new favorites!! I highly recommend going...just note that lunchtime can get pretty crowded.

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clovis CA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2013

we stopped here for a quick refresher on our way to more antique shops! Clean and friendly It was worth it and we'll return next summer.

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Tampa, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2013

The food is great! Very will prepared and better than anything on the street in my opinion. The sandwiches are the best! Diverse menu!

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Columbia, Maryland
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

My friends and I went to Ellicott City for some shopping. We were hungry and decided to give Johnny's Bistro a try. We had to order our food at a counter and then wait at a table. I used the bathroom. It was filthy. When our food arrived we were aghast. The bread was stale and the fillings appeared to... More

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Ellicott City, Maryland
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38 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

This is the cutest little place, small bistro tables but charming, comfy, and the food which is created here is anything but small! Absolutely the most delicious pairings of flavors! The menu offers a daily fresh soup-we had potato & leek with applewood smoked bacon and chicken-really well-flavored, hearty but not heavy, served with a piece of flatbread. Their salads... More

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