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Lone Star Cafe


3.5 of 5 stars 82 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Southwestern

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1 of 5 stars
Burlington, Canada
13 Nov 2009

Worst margarita I have ever had & i have had many. Did complain about it but bar person just thought I was a complainer who knows nothing about Margs. Will never ever return. more

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3 of 5 stars
Waterloo, ON
30 Jul 2009
1
person found this review helpful

We ate here with my 7 year old daughter. The server was great and the food was plentiful and tasty. However, the busboy cleaning the table beside us had quite a conversation with the hostess regarding his dissatisfaction with his shift for that day. He was swearing and was literally 3 feet from my daughter. I understand being frustrated with... more

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4 of 5 stars
new york
28 Jul 2009

We had dinner at the Lone Star Cafe in Kingston last weekend. Our waiter was friendly and quick witted with those who chose to joke around with him. The chips and salsa to start off the evening were enjoyed by all. Our dinners consisted of fajitias, burgers and chicken dishes- we were all pleased with our meals. Prices were average.... more

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2 of 5 stars
ottawa
15 Jul 2009

Let's face it. With a location and patio like this, it could be run by monkeys and never go out of business. You're better off stopping for a beer to enjoy the great patio and in the process try to ignore the silliness of the psuedo names of the phony texasy-friendly staff -who thought it was cute to force poor... more

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4 of 5 stars
Peterborough, Ontario
8 Jul 2009

If you don't want to be surprised this is the restaurant for you. It relies on its "famous" fajitas and they were delicious. Homemade shells make a difference but beware they are very filling so don't eat too many of the free chips and salsa! It had the typical feel of a large chain restaurant but did have a very... more

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2 of 5 stars
Ontario
18 Jun 2009

Years ago this chain restaurant was a winner everytime. However, they have moved from freshly made product to all prepackaged. Back in the day you could not beat it for tex mex. Now it is run of the mill, mediocre, a few steps above Taco Bell. Too bad they moved away from the fresh tortilla chips, salsa, guacamole, etc. it... more

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3 of 5 stars
Kingston
11 Mar 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Best Fajita's in Kingston but not the best restaurant. more

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4 of 5 stars
Ottawa, Canada
2 Sep 2008
1
person found this review helpful

The Lone Star Kingston, is part of a popular Ontario chain of Tex-Mex Restaurants that began in Ottawa in 1986. They are best known for their Fajitas and their hospitality. The Kingston location is popular with locals, tourists and students, and can meet the appetite of anyone, young or old. The summertime Patio-Courtyard at the rear of the building is... more

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1 of 5 stars
Wellesley Island
30 Aug 2008
1
person found this review helpful

Not authentic Tex/Mex. Food was not good. Service was okay. more

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4 of 5 stars
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30 Jun 2008
1
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Great place to go for drinks. Great patio. more

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Lone Star Cafe Address

251 Ontario St, Kingston, Ontario K7L 2Z4, Canada
Tel: (613) 548-8888
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.