Tequila Johns

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  I have been more than a half dozen times.  If you are in the area and like a cocktail with your meal this is the only game in town.  The owner (and cook) is arrogant and elitist.  He prepares his food, his region, his way.  It is NOT a "tex-mex" place.  The ingredients are fresh, the portions are on the small side and the prices are higher. (I am not complaining about this, just making comment.  I am amazed at how much food some Mexican places can jam onto a plate for such a low price around middle-Tn).  We have always enjoyed my entrees, however, I tend to skip the starters now.  
  
  The staff tries, but they really need to get proper service and drinks elsewhere to do a better job.  The decor and atmosphere leave much to be desired if they are to obtain the "upscale" status they strongly desire.  The sound, seating and lighting is goofy and cramped, but not in that "Hip", "we are all just glad to be hear",  way.  I do not need to hear the bible-thumper's narrow point of view on world affairs, nor do I need their large bottoms rubbing my plates, nor have their numerous offspring's loud and constant distractions.  Every time I have been, this has been the case.  I have been at 25% occupancy, and they sit me right next to these folks and I have been at 75%.  I only go on slow nights and sit at the bar now, not my first choice, but better neighbors.  Again, it is the only game in town.  We will return.

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  Posted on 06.14.13 Oogywawa O.

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  Great food great selection of beer as well. Can't get much better than this in such a all town.really feels like upscale
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  Posted on 05.18.13 Julian G.

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  Very good food and great owners.  It can take a while, but they are doing it fresh with a small staff.  Order a beer or cocktail (or two), eat some chips and excellent salsa, and enjoy the wait.  Been half a dozen time and never been disappointed by the food or the very nice servers.

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  Posted on 03.14.13 Scott A.

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  What a rare treat to find such an establishment in this location. The service is personable and warm and very inviting the minute you walk into the door.
  
  The menu offerings are very diverse yet if you ask your waiter for recommendations they're very spot on.
  
  Presentation is also equally impressive.
  
  Signage is a little troublesome but I understand from the owner that a new sign will be in place soon.
  
  You should check this place out.

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  Posted on 12.12.12 Andy M.

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  On our arrival the hostess took us to the table next to what looked like baby toys a  stroller and a bike. Not generally the things that you would see in a restaurant, but we were very hungry and just wanted some food.I ordered a margarita, 10 minutes later I received 2 pina-coladas. After telling the waitress she said I will fix this, 5 minutes later she came to me and asked me if there was rum in margaritas,,,,,,I ordered tea at that point. 20 minutes later our food arrived, yes it stunk. I ate about 5 bites just to keep my stomach from growling and sent the rest back, needless to say I made a meal on chips and dip. My son was with me and he was in the same boat as I was, just eat enough to get us by. My son did say the bathroom was cool but the comode did not flush. I would go to the local convieience and eat out of the day old warmer before ever going here again. Shame on you Tequila John!

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  Posted on 06.29.12 Chris H.

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  Without a doubt, this is the BEST restaurant in New Johnsonville; and the surrounding area as well:)  This place is the real deal with a menu of authentic Mexican comfort foods.  
  
  We have now been three times, and look forward to returning!  The Carnitas, Fajitas + Nachos are all very good, and the desserts are simply YUMMY!  NO frozen items here! Everything is made fresh by a real chef, who take his craft very seriously. The food not only taste great but looks fabulous as well.
  
  It is WONDERFUL to have a full service bar, at a restaurant,  in our area too (finally)!

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  Posted on 06.22.12 Jeff D.

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