Mr. Johnson Just Hit 15 Years of Tuesdays
Published on APR 28, 2026
BY ADAM, THE OWNER
Hi — Adam here. Every Tuesday morning at 7:15 sharp, the door opens and in walks Mr. Johnson. He doesn't even need to look at the menu. He sits at the third stool from the left, gets his coffee black, and waits for his hash browns—extra crispy, just the way he likes them.
Moment from the diner
We hit a milestone this week: 15 years of Tuesdays. Mr. Johnson has been with us through three different coffee machines, two renovations, and countless happy birthdays. People like him are the reason I love this job. He knows the names of all our staff, remembers their kids' birthdays, and always has a kind word for the person sitting next to him.
"At the end of the day, a diner isn't just about the food — it's about the people on the stools next to you."
Next time you're in on a Tuesday morning, say hi to the man at stool three. He's got some great stories about Florissant in the old days.
— Adam
