The food was excellent for a pub style place. It is exactly what you should expect from the atmosphere. Service was very prompt and friendly. The burger was perfect, the fries were special... and tasty. Lots of good booths to sit in, to have a meaningful conversation from. read more

Food was decent with the highlight being the French fries. Both my wife and I had the maple bacon burger, and although there were subtle hints of maple syrup, the burger was way overdone and dry. Both of us had to add ketchup to the burger to make it more palatable. read more

Copper Penny - Maple Bacon Burger - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

Sadly I do not recall my experience here to be able to write a thorough review. I will say for pub food, it was pretty alright. And I was impressed. read more

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Atmosphere was that of a pub. Service was great and friendly. Food was great! The fries were amazing- cut differently and covered in a chicken stock spice. read more

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We went to Copper Penny based on reviews and how it was close to our hotel. We were in town for a competition. We didn't need to wait to be seated. Service was friendly but a bit on the slow side (it wasn't busy yet). We had ordered the wing and rib combo but the sauces were reversed (we wanted BBQ on the ribs and Thai on the wings). We didn't ask to redo it because it had taken a while to get to the table. Overall food was average but we found that everything was quite salty. Like another reviewer stated, the fries were so salty we couldn't eat them. We ended up drinking water all night. read more

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The worst meal I've ever been served in a restaurant! Was looking forward to their classic fries, didn't happen it was substituted, with a different kind of french fry! My wrap maybe had two pieces of chicken in it, it was mostly lettuce.. the worst wrap I've ever eaten, asked for Cajun chicken, not sure what happened because it certainly wasn't Cajun! I will not return to this place. Save your money. read more

Really friendly service with lots of seating area! I went in for a Sunday lunch with a friend and we didn't have to wait at all to be seated. I ordered the seafood platter which came with 3 pieces of breaded shrimp, battered fish, tartar sauce, sriracha cod filet, lots of seasoned fries, and coleslaw. While the fish was delicious and filling, the fries were *very* salty -- salty enough that I had to keep drinking water. They have an extensive dessert menu as well. The meal came to $22 so it is quite a pricey place, but the local diner vibes are fantastic! read more

Copper Penny - Seafood platter ($22) - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

While in Kingston, we were looking for a restaurant that had outdoor seating downtown. The menu looked good, so we settled on the Copper Penny and we're glad we did. We had the tequila-lime chicken wrap, and the Thai bowl. Both were flavourful and I would recommend each. Service was quick and friendly, and I would happily return next time in Kingston! read more

Copper Penny - Thai chicken bowl. - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

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Loved the fries and the rice bowl and ring burger - seer ice was great - cute little bar

Small portions. We ordered the Thai wraps and they were tiny. The Caesar salad is oily and has no flavour. The fries were good but another person I was with upgraded to onion rings. It's a 4$ up charge and they only give you 6 rings. The garlic bread was just gross. Our waitress was not the best. She was rude and unprofessional. Not worth the money at all. read more

It quiet delicious even though it just a fish and chips. I am wondering the taste of other menu. Staffs are very kind. read more

Copper Penny - Fish & chips - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

The ambiance was pleasant. The staff was very friendly. Service was good. I was not very happy with the food. I ordered a dish that consisted of ravioli and a side Caesar salad. My order came and my wife... doing as she does... snagged a crouton from my plate (she likes crunchy croutons and hates salad). Immediately she screws up her face and says the croutons are stale. I've never tasted more stale croutons. The rest of the salad was made with crispy fresh lettuce... so the salad was not inedible. My ravioli was not prepared properly (in my opinion). I could have stabbed my fork in the center and lifted the entire portion into the air as one mass. I separated each ravioli as best I could, so I could get sauce on each as I ate them. The sauce was good in my opinion. If the sauce would have been added to cooked pasta product immediately after cooking the ravioli might not have stuck together as one mass. I might find this OK if I got that at someone's house as a guest... but I expect better from a restaurant. read more

This diner was recommended by two local cab drivers who immediately suggested Copper Penny when we told them we were hungry. Food: 4.5/5 The chicken tetrazzini was one of the best pastas I've ever had! So flavourful, salty enough, chicken breast was juicy, mushrooms soaked up the sauce. Not a perfect score only because the other pasta dishes that my friends got (pesto ravioli and mac and cheese) weren't as flavourful in my opinion. Another table near us got burgers and fries and the portions looked huge! Price: 4/5 A bit on the pricier side, but I was full! Would pay that price for the tetrazzini but not for the other items. Ambiance: 5/5 Clean, cute, older style Service: 5/5 Our waitress was nice and made us feel welcome! Overall, I would come back for the tetrazzini, please do yourselves a favour and get it!! read more

Copper Penny - Chicken Tetrazzini - best pasta I've ever had! - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

Copper Penny is great for students. If you aren't a student, you'll find Copper Penny less your thing. Either way, it offers a wonderful range of drinks, and Chocolate Suicide cake is an amazing experience in chocolate-induced bliss. Service was solid, and again, the fries are too salty. read more

Copper Penny - Chocolate Suicide cake - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

Great waiter today, really shined! Hostess was very kind. Waiter helped us pick vegan and gluten free options. They have separate fryers as well to cook food to limit cross contamination. Had a lovely lunch on the patio. Restaurant was clean and patio wasn't too noisy by Princess St. Definitely will be back, thank you Copper Penny. read more

Copper Penny - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

Copper Penny is a great place to come for comfort food. The service is always good and I've never had anything on the menu I didn't like. There's something for everyone here so you'll never be disappointed. It's also good for groups if you manage to get the big table at the back. You can't go wrong with the Chicken Fajita Poutine, BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza, or Spicy Buffalo Chicken Wrap. The fries are seasoned and you'll either love em or hate em. The chocolate suicide cake actually made me cry. That's how good it was. read more

3.50 for substitute salad. First reason I won't go back. Second , as we are leaving, about 2 feet from the door the bartender says to put our masks on because he was probably the owner or manager and overheard me tell the waitress feedback about the overpriced upgrade, which she agreed and said it used to be free and thanked me for the feedback. That was proper customer service. What he did was very pointless and a good way to make sure we don't come back. I chuckled and said or what as we were already out the door and he said off you go then in a demeaning tone. Great way to treat customers who just paid $50 for a hoagie on a hot dog bun and a couple tiny burgers. There are many of the same types of restaurants within feet of this one. I suggest going to them instead. read more

Found a cute place downtown with the patio open. Overall great service and great food, with limited items in the menu due to covid. Got the beef dip sandwich and spicy (buffalo) chicken wrap. Both were pretty good portions with the fries. The fries were actually really good; apparently they're "legendary" fries that you should definitely go for. They're not seasoned with just salt and pepper, but with some other seasoning that makes it super addicting. Next time we'll go for the poutine. read more

Copper Penny - Beef dip sandwich and spicy buffalo chicken wrap - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

Come for the comfort food! Wait staff isn't too attentive though. I know it's not a super fancy restaurant, but I wish they would put in a little more pride and effort into their job. I order the chicken feta pizza and the fries (they are amazing!) and always ask for without onions. I have yet to ever receive my order correctly, from any waiter/waitress. It's hard to get refills, even on water...they just don't pay attention to you. All in all, the food is delicious so we will keep returning. read more

This is a casual but traditional downtown Kingston spot. The waitress recommended the roast beef Hoagie. I had never tried that before. It was one of the most delicious things I have eaten all summer. The meat was so tasty and tender. It came with fries but they offered a salad instead. I don't know where I would find a Hoagie like that in Toronto - have never seen it here read more

A good choice if you want quality plain food and friendly service at good prices. Standard burger and pasta fare, but consistent quality and better value than restaurant chains like Kelsey's. Most of the food hovers slightly above average in quality, but the bruschetta is a star. It's not true bruschetta like you would get in Italy, but it's delicious!!! Their fries are excellent as well - they are tossed in a seasoning mix (I believe it's powdered chicken soup) which adds a nice kick of flavour. The pasta portions are enormous, albeit a bit on the greasy side. Large selection of cakes for desserts, ranging from cheesecakes to rich chocolate cakes and excessively heavy chocolate cakes. Personally, the dessert selection reminds me of the bakery aisle at Metro, so I tend to steer clear of it. Overall, the place is A-OK for a diner-style eatery. Great if you want to enjoy a hockey game over a nice sandwich (I don't recommend the soulaki wrap though, I found it dry and tasteless), but it won't do if you're craving anything more refined than a chicken parmagiana. read more

Oh Copper Penny you're a student dream. CP is an awesome student restauarant. The food is comfort food such as chicken parmesan, poutine, steak, etc. The price is decent clearly evident that they are catering to the student market there and the atmosphere is great. The wait staff is lovely and it's just an overall great place to dine. There's something for everyone and it's just quality food for its price. They have an amazing dessert menu and decently priced drinks. I never had a negative experience there. read more

We went into the Penny yesterday for the first time in over five years. NOTHING HAS CHANGED. The menu is the same as it was years ago. The atmosphere is the same, too. What's really awesome is that I don't think the prices have changed either! We had two orders of French onion soup (it was good) fish and chips (good, although the metal basket they were served in was annoying), huge Greek salad with chicken and monster five layer sandwich and fries. No alcohol. Our meal was about sixty bucks. It's not a place just for students. Anyone who honestly thinks that is just a snob. It's not a place for hardcore foodies though. The food is good. And it's a Kingston tradition. It's comforting and those fries still kick ass. But it's no place for a Romantic evening or a night of fine dining. read more

This is a great place for students, without being a part of the student ghetto. The service is great and friendly, the food is reasonable and tasty, and the drinks are really well priced. The menu has a great selection, and the food didn't taste like it had soaked in 5 lbs of grease (only 1!). I've had better service here than in some of the 5 star restaurants in Kingston. My complaint. Why would you play George of the Jungle & Disney's Band Camp in a restaurant? Hockey, I get. But those? read more

Really enjoy this spot. A good place for a conversation over well priced pub food. You have to try the fries no matter what else you get. Take a quick peak at the desserts as you walk in because you're going to want try them. read more

We went here for our holiday lunch with colleagues. It's a comfy spot and not too busy for weekday lunch. The service is excellent! Prompt and respectful. My friend had the French onion soup which was spot on. I had the fish and shrimp while other s tried pasta and ribs. All food options were delicious! Their fries were the perfect thing for a cold afternoon. Coffee after was smooth and tasty. Unfortunately their desserts were not that amazing. Even though the chocolate suicide cake, cheesecake and applied bruigae looks yummy, each came short of expectation. All in all we had a great time at our lunch and would recommend this place to others for lunch and dinner. Maybe just go somewhere else for dessert after. read more

Went to Copper Penny for lunch on Sunday with the family (wife & 3 kids). Food is definitely well priced. Quality is OK, but I recommend you stick with the pastas. My wife and son both had great pasta dishes and I'd recommend these and would probably give them 4 stars for these dishes. Sadly, my meal was not as good. Stay away from the ribs! They are not "fall off the bone" as described in the menu. Instead, they were chewy, warm, and full of gristle and bone. As I read from someone else, the fries are also terrible. I think these are possibly the only fries I've ever had to leave as they are chock-full of salt and some other seasoning they added. What is worse is that no-one asked how my meal was (perhaps they don't want the feedback). read more

The meatball sandwich on garlic bread is one of the most delicious things I have ever eaten. Have to agree with another poster that the fries are too salty. Nice place and friendly staff. read more

Round 2! I finally got around to giving The Copper Penny a second chance and I'm glad I did. It was a completely different experience! This time when I went it was busy, and the waitress we had was very polite. I have no complaints on service or atmosphere. This time I followed a friends lead and tried the "penny club." Basically a club house add roast beef. It was DELICIOUS! I will definitely be getting it again. They are well known for their fries and they are so tasty. Particularly because I love extra salty things. The gravy was great as well, it was a nice experience for sure. Glad to see I was able to turn my bad review into a good one! Thanks Copper Penny! read more

Copper Penny - The Penny Club! Highly recommend! - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

Arrived at 7:20 pm on a Friday (when they don't take reservations); had to wait until 7:50 for a table for 2. Atmosphere was great, and the waitress was attentive yet non-intrusive. We ordered the Penny on the Farm to share ($25.99+tax/tip), and had water brought to us. The food was delicious basic fare, but served a reasonable amount (8oz steak + 6oz chicken breast + small rack of ribs + a chicken finger + fries). The food wasn't the hottest when they brought it out to us, which may be a consequence of the specific item we ordered (it consisted various items together). I would definitely go again, as the atmosphere is just right to have a great conversation and eat a casual dinner. Notes: - optimal time for arrival on Friday night is 8 pm. read more

I usually have a 5 star experience with food and service but last night when i took my sister out for her birthday my sister ordered the triple threat which she was very pleased with i however ordered the mac n cheese i was not pleased at all it tasted off i understand that sometimes a kitchen gets busy and someone may not have been paying 100% attention (i come from culinary background) but when i told the waitress it didn't taste right she told me that the cheese used is Sharp and i must not be use to those strong flavors I just looked at my sister and ordered some fries to go because I was still hungry I was fine with what happened until she told me it was i who was in the wrong read more

Went here for lunch and while the menu is average, it is well done! I had a wrap and it was tasty and just the right size and by far one of my favorite poutines, their fries are what makes it! Our server was polite and attentive and they were very accommodating with out stroller and 10 month old. Worth stopping by ! read more

Warning: this review may be biased, because every time I've been here, I've had great company, great food, and great service. Hmm, I guess that's the point of a review... Anyhow, I can't think of a single bad thing to say about this place! Their burgers are amazing. Hands down the best I've ever had, and that includes those okay gourmet places like Hero Burger in Toronto. Toppings are creative, like goat cheese and sundried tomatoes and mushrooms. Ah, the mushrooms. Their sweet potato fries made me swoon, and even their vegetarian (meatless!) burgers with a portobello mushroom looked awesome. And the dessert! The cake slices seem a little overpriced at 7-8 bucks a pop, but once you see the size of them, you'll understand. We ordered a slice to share between four people and it was absolutely decadent. You can also take the slices to-go. Creative homestyle food, friendly, small-town service, and comfortable prices. There's nowhere else I would rather have a meal in Kingston. read more

WOW!!! This is one of the best places I've ever eaten at. The food was amazing!!! I only wish I lived in Kingston so I could go there regularly. The servers were great, too! And we loved sitting on the patio beside the sidewalk. Try the Chocolate Suicide. The piece was so big that someone walking by actually stopped and commented! read more

We were recommended this place by some locals. We wanted something comfort foodish that would be good for lunch. It seems to be a student hang out with prices that totally wont break the bank.The location is easy to miss, just look for the Gap. Great French onion soup and clean bathrooms hehe. read more

my husband and i come here whenever we pass through kingston. it's a really cute place-- probably the best diner we've been to in canada. it's always busy but there's never more than a 10 minute wait, and service is always very quick and friendly. read more

Copper Penny - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

Copper Penny was my favourite place in Kingston during my 1st year of uni to get comfort food. They have a comfortable atmosphere, and cater to people of all ages. Friday nights, the clientele range from kids, teens, students, and couples, all the way to seniors. The service is always very friendly and efficient, and the prices are very competitive. Their fries are really good (dusted), and their wraps are all yummy too. Apparently they are getting a small patio on the street front this year, which will be cool. This place is definitely worth a try if you're looking for a low key, comfortable meal. read more

Copper Penny - Spin dip - Diners Near Me - Kingston, Ontario

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Great service! Our server was super great at answering our questions and giving is suggestions on what was tastiest. That being said, the food was rather yummy! read more

Let's hope you like grease and salt because this is essentially what the seafood platter tasted like. The coleslaw was good and the service adequate read more

Great food and good service. Love the wraps and French Onion soup. The fries are amazing and shouldn't be missed. The chicken fajita salad is huge. Repeat customer. Highly recommended! Kingston staple read more