I’ve been there today, it was nice delicious food, good service and staff. Definitely visit again 👊🏻👍

My family are staying in East Dulwich for a few days visiting dear friends. After watching a movie at the Dulwich Picture House and Cafe across the street (another absolute gem) with three kids 6 to 8, we had to find lunch FAST. Luckily, Johnnies Cafe was open and, even better, the food was great! Raised in New Jersey, I know my way around a diner and if anything like that exists here on these isles, this is it! Extensive menu, hearty English comfort food, veggie options, dinner items, salads, things for kids. My 6 yo got the pasta Bolognese and loved it (and she can be particular with her Bolognese -- our win rate is maybe 67% when ordering it out). Our friend's 6 yo grandson did too and he licked the bowl clean, lol. My 8 yo got the fish fingers, fries and peas and was very happy. My wife got the tuna salad and had enough to take back to the Airbnb. Our friend had a spectacular looking Greek Salad that she enjoyed. Going in I figured a Full English for me -- or the killer version that comes with a short stack of pancakes that the dude at the next table got and devoured. But, my Doctor's advice prevailed and I got the delicious Chicken Halloumi Avocado salad instead. The Ketchup and brown sauce in large squeezable tomato-shaped pots kept the kids distracted while the food came. Bonus! The staff were friendly, if a bit serious. But they were super helpful and patient with us. If you're on Lordship Lane and hungry, stop in. We'll definitely be back!

We went there for breakfast. We had eggs benedict and the veggie breakfast option 3, one latte and one orange juice freshly squeezed. The portions are very generous, the food is great and I loved the fact that my veggie sausage was actually made of vegetables (peas, carrots and others) rather than being beyond-meat kind of sausage. The mushrooms were delightful and the selection of food was spot on. Eggs benedict were spot on, cooked to perfection. It's a great and cozy place. Staff is friendly. They have a great choice in the menu. Highly recommended!

Great food. Really friendly staff. Service is great food came quickly too. Also have halal options which was great. They also have a great selection for breakfast and lunch.

I came here with my elderly Aunt who is a regular here, absolutely 10/10 for this amazing little cafe. She didn’t even have to ask for her cup of tea, as they bought it over to her! The food was delicious 😋 I’ll definitely be back when I’m visiting my Aunt again.