Johnny Rockets Fries Review: Rocketing to the Moon

With only 175 locations in the US and 375 worldwide, it is not easy to come across a Johnny Rockets. So when we found one in Scottsdale, AZ, we had to rush to review those golden sticks. These fries have a great crunch, while maintaining their form perfectly, which can only be achieved by keeping some of that potato skin. Here's our Johnny Rockets fries review.

Johnny Rockets at the Fashion Square Mall in Scottsdale, AZ.

Texture (9/10)

These immensely crispy fries have a crunch second to none, crispy shell including plenty of pieces with potato skin, and gorgeously soft innards. The crackling sound you hear with every bite is absolutely satisfying and elevates the experience, something that most fries cannot accomplish. Based on the texture, these fries are on top of their game.

Flavor (8/10)

Johnny Rockets fries have a special seasoning along with the salt. The gentle paprika, garlic and pepper gives it an ever so needed kick that takes the fries to a whole new level. We also sensed a hint of "sugar" or some other type of sweetness that holds together the various seasoning ingredients. Based on flavor, these are simply wonderful.

Shape (6/10)

The fries are standard shaped and one can clearly tell that the round surface of the fries appear the most on the "tip" of the stick with potato skin often attached to it. The cuts from the side are obviously round on one edge. Nothing special here. Just a round potato faithfully cut into sticks.

Presentation (3/10)

Unfortunately, there's not much to say about the presentation. The fries were just dumped next to the burger. This isn't necessarily a bad thing but we think these fries need more dignity and attention. Ketchup was also difficult to access. Again, even accounting for takeout packaging, it's a bit of a miss.

Look at that seasoning!

Experience (9/10)

The amazing fries perfectly complement the burger from Johnny Rockets and completes the meal in a way not possible by any other side. If you skip the fries at Johnny Rockets, you really haven't experienced flying to the moon. These are fries that can stand their own ground, even without ketchup or extra salt, and bursts with flavor upon each bite, making your hands reach out for more as you chew. Johnny Rockets provides a near-perfect experience.

Texture	9
Flavor	8
Shape	6
Presentation	3
Experience	9
Overall	7.0 / 10

Conclusion

Johnny Rockets is clearly doing something right here. It manages to create fries that are delicious, has character, while satiating the mainstream palate for everyone to enjoy. It is a bummer that the chain is shrinking slightly. We truly want more people to enjoy these golden sticks made with passion. Wherever you are in the country, if you see a Johnny Rockets, you know what to order.