Review for Lone Star Diner…read more I recently ordered takeout from Lone Star Diner and was thoroughly impressed by the quality of the food and the generous portions. I had the Chicken Fried Steak special with a baked potato (butter and sour cream), and it was exceptionally tasty--perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. While my onion rings were unfortunately left out of the order, it turned out to be a minor issue because my grandmother and I shared her side of fried okra, which was served in a large portion. My grandmother, who is 98 and typically eats very little, ordered the small three-piece chicken strip meal but was pleasantly surprised to receive six large strips. These weren't your typical frozen chicken tenders; they were clearly cut from fresh breast meat and appeared to be hand-breaded. The fried okra was also excellent--crispy, flavorful, and abundant. Since this was a takeout order, I can't comment on the dine-in experience, but the pickup process at the drive-thru window was smooth and convenient. Lone Star Diner delivers exactly what you'd hope for in small-town comfort food: great flavors, generous portions, and a sense of hospitality even with takeout. Highly recommend if you're in the area and craving a hearty, homestyle meal!

At first glance, this place doesn't look welcoming, but if you relied on your first impression you…read morewill have missed a fantastic meal, homey atmosphere, and friendly staff. I passed through winters on the way to Colorado, and stopped at Lone Star for a bite to eat. We were met by the owner, Ms Linda, and a waitress, Whitney. Both of them were so welcoming, and really made us feel at home. We had the daily special, a plate of fried catfish, and a slice of blackberry cobbler for dessert. All of the recipes are Ms Linda's, and they are DELICIOUS. The catfish was perfect, crispy and flavorful, and we had some of her homemade tartar sauce to dip. For the sides we had baked potatoes (BEST baked potato I've ever eaten- seriously) and green beans. The blackberry cobbler was made with blackberries from the owners garden, and homemade. While we were eating, Ms Linda came by and chatted with us about the town, the restaurant, her recipes, and asked us about where we were headed. Eating at this restaurant feels like stopping by your grandmas house for dinner, homey, delicious, and feel-good. Next time I'm passing through Winters, I will definitely be stopping by Lone Star for another piece of cobbler!

8/18/2026, after a friend of ours recommended Roxie's Diner for breakfast we stopped in and gave…read moreole Roxie a try. It was around 9:30 am and the place was somewhat busy and still had available seating including bar seats. The first thing I noticed was how dirty some things were, like the mini split system that heats and cools the place, absolutely filthy! As I watched the swinging door leading to the back food prep area swing open it was just as filthy behind the scenes. The dining area was pretty clean as far as the eye could see, however, under a UV black light flashlight with a 365nm the flat surfaces might show different. Anyway, I must say our breakfast choices were very good, well prepared and served hot and the staff were all very friendly. It reminds me of the diners back in the 50's even tho I wasn't around back then. Would I go back, hmm, probably would because at least I can see the uncleanliness here is all fully on display unlike other restaurants that you can see the back rooms.

Oh boy. Where do I start with this one? First off it's my first time here. Stepping into this…read moreplace took me back. The decoor was cute, I can see where they going with it. I think it just needed some cleaning. The seats are falling apart. The torn part of the seat kept stabbing me on the leg but it's okay it comes with a place so old. On top the food we order was a cheese burger and a patty melt. My bf got his burger and he chow down cause he was hungry. I didn't eat all of my patty melt. I took about two bites. And the patty tasted off to me. Like the patty was left out for awhile. I was completely unsure of my self if it was me Or the patty but I stop eating just to be sure. And good thing I did because oh boy the next few days the toilet and I were best friends. The worst stomach ache ever. I think I lost about 20 pounds:

Food was great. Fast service and friendly staff. Several young men working who were very thoughtful…read moreand respectful. Highly recommended! Patty Melt is excellent!

We always make it a point to stop at Runaway Train Cafe when we're passing through Brownwood on our…read moreway to Fredericksburg. It's one of those places we genuinely look forward to every time. The restaurant is set inside an old train car, which is just really cool and different. The hamburgers are always spot on -- juicy and full of flavor -- and I can't pass up the Reuben. It's perfectly toasted with plenty of meat and just tastes great every single time. The service is consistently friendly and welcoming, which makes the stop even better. It's become a tradition for us, and it never disappoints. If you're anywhere near Brownwood, it's definitely worth pulling off the road for.

This morning, 6/26/226 we stopped here at Owl Drug store for breakfast. A unique pharmacy with a…read morevintage vibe. Besides the pharmacy, a variety of retail items and a cafe style fountain bar. The menu has breakfast and lunch items to pick from. I chose the biscuits w/gravy sausage while my husband had eggs, sausage and toast. My biscuits/gravy with sausage pile on top wasn't quite what I was expecting. I was expecting real sausage gravy. Anyway, it's a nice store and a nice downtown district so enjoy your downtown stroll.

I stopped here while on a business trip and was shocked when I received my bill…read more I ordered a $12.99 burger, a Cherry Vanilla DP for $2.80, and upgraded my fries to onion rings for $2, according to the menu. Based on those prices, I expected my total with tax to be around $19-20. Instead, my bill came to $23.38. When I called to ask about the charges, I was told they no longer had the original ticket, so they couldn't review the itemized bill. The employee explained that I had been charged $3 for the onion ring upgrade instead of the $2 shown on the menu, and that my soda had apparently been upgraded to a large without my knowledge or permission, adding another $1. They also mentioned there were several other small charges that contributed to the total, even though I never requested any extras. The restaurant refunded me $2, but that still left me paying $21.38 instead of $19 for a burger, onion rings, and a soda, which I find excessive. I've always met clients at another restaurant when I'm in town for business, but this time my meeting was here at someone else's suggestion. Compared with both the restaurant I normally visit and restaurants where I live, I found the prices and unexplained charges disappointing. Unfortunately, I won't be returning. See screenshots of menu.

I will tell you right now, I was not expecting to give this place 5 stars. I ate Thanksgiving lunch…read morehere probably... 20 years ago when I lived in San Angelo. We were recently in town visiting family and wanted to eat before we left town to go home. The well-known place we used to eat now closes on Sundays. That's their loss because we've declared the Dun Bar our new Sunday lunch spot when we're in town. Thelma was our server and she was just delightful. This is probably the most hole in the wall place I've ever given full stars. Don't get me wrong, I love a hole in the wall, but sometimes the food in a hole in the wall is a little boring. Like this food, it was so simple, chicken fried steaks, grilled chicken breast, a Thanksgiving lunch on Sundays, side salads, humble sides... but it's all so absolutely ridiculously GOOD. We started with the large plate of onion rings (which is $7.50, btw, you won't find that anywhere else) and my sister lost her mind about them. lol For our entrees we had two chicken fried steak plates (different sides) and a grilled chicken plate. The gravy is served on the side, family style, and it was probably one of the best gravys I've ever had. It's not just flour and water, it tasted more complex like it had broth in it as well. Somehow with the modest price of these very flavorful dishes, they still give you free dessert. Very generous. I typically hate carrot cake, but this cake was moist and really good. It was almost like a spice cake, very well done. Do not sleep on this place. The surroundings are run down, the motel behind it has seen better days, but the food is legit and the kindness can't be beat. If you go on a Sunday, ask for Thelma and tell her the girls from Fort Worth say hi.

I had totally forgotten about this place! I was here in San…read moreAngelo for work about 14 years ago and ate here. Food is really good. You can tell it's made from scratch and they sure give you a lot to eat. Service staff are very attentive. It's fun to watch the regulars come in. Gives you that "Americana" feel that we seem to be missing so much.

Sooooo yummmy!! Today's special (Tuesday) is the fried pork chop and it was HOT and DELICIOUS and…read moreHUGE!! I needed a to-go box! Our 9 year old got the classic cafe burger and it was also huge and delicious and those FRIES... We also got the Texas Two Step which is slices of jalapeño and onions deep fried... sooo good! If you're going through, stop by!! Our waitress has been on point and is HOPPING!

The food is always so good and the waitresses are nice and friendly. I had their special the last…read moretime I was there and it was yummy! Love that I know where to find a good meal nearby.

Adelitas is a great local Mexican / Texican food mom and pop style restaurant. I arrived there for…read morelunch. This is definitely a locals restaurant and not a touristy place. The parking spaces in front are limited, but there is street parking. I was by myself and took a seat over to the side. There is one big dining room with tables along the walls and in the center. The kitchen and restrooms are in the back. This is a family style restaurant, with just a few decorations like a mural of a Mexican scene on one wall. Everything appeared clean as far as I could see. My server was pleasant and brought me some chips and salsa. Chips are the typical thin American style. The salsa is medium spicy, tomatoey and zipped in a blender. I ordered the "guiso plate" and was told I could choose between hand made flour or store-bought corn tortillas. I prefer corn, so I was promptly served the carne guisada along with corn tortillas (which were quite good). The carne guisada had more of an American gravy texture and taste than most carne guisada I have had in Mexico. But I slathered the salsa over it and that pepped it up. This is not a trendy place nor super fancy, but you can find good food and pleasant service. As I left I requested some iced tea to go, and they were happy to oblige, and that was nice as I had a long drive ahead of me. I would go back when I have occasion to go through Ballinger.

Great food and friendly staff at reasonable prices they never forget you and remember your name…read morequickly

The burgers are amazing, so juicy and a proper presentation, the onion rings are cooked to…read moreperfection and the fries are like nothing before. The service is amazing, older ladies with a very tender voice and loving. A very quiet and calm space perfect ambiance I must say, I would definitely recommend everyone to give this place a shot. You also get free cookies with your meal and the prices are very low.

Ballinger, Texas…read more Stopped at this cute sandwich shop on my way to San Antonio. It's a quarter after noon and we had to wait to get a table. Seems like the hotspot in town. Love the American flag on the brick wall on the interior of the restaurant. The restaurant has high ornate ceilings. There are two booths in the main dining room by the windows and many tables with chairs. This is a very old building with lots of original detail. The bathroom is just one toilet, which all genders share. It is not handicap accessible and very small. The stairs that lead to the top floor are full of dust. I would suggest occasionally cleaning them so that they are not dirty to look at while dining. The napkins are dispensed by a napkin holder on the table. Drinks are served in oversize plastic cups while some people have Styrofoam cups. The cutlery is real with a mixture of glass dishes and red plastic baskets with red and white checkered paper. Multiple sandwich choices with choice of bread. They offer hamburgers, daily specials such as quiche, catfish, and salads. Every plate comes with chips, pickle and a homemade cookie. I ordered the Waldorf chicken sandwich. It is made with chicken breast, grapes, apples, celery, walnuts, and mayonnaise. I also chose the oatmeal raisin cookie. My husband ordered today's special, which is chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes, green beans and a roll. They aren't sure if it is still available at 12:30 in the afternoon so he ordered a hamburger as a back up. It took quite some time for us to receive our food. From the time that we sat to the time, our food was received was more than 45 minutes. Three tables walked in after us, and they were all served food before us. The waitress came over and told us we were next as she saw we were perplexed. I enjoyed the Waldorf chicken salad with squaw bread. My disappointment was potato chips had a few large ones on top and as soon as I ate, those, the rest were tiny pieces that were broken. My husband was not able to get the special of the day. Being so early in the day, it was odd to see they had run out. So the burger was served. Tasted fine, but again the potato chips were nothing but small pieces underneath the larger few on top. Had to ask for silverware. Never received a refill on my drink. In fact, the waitstaff only came by only two times after we ordered. Once to tell us, our food would be coming up and then when it was delivered. Overall, I was pleased with the way my food tasted. I understand. They were very busy for lunch hour on a Tuesday afternoon however, perhaps more than two people should be waiting the tables for the whole restaurant. This inconvenience to me having to wait for something that I should have taken no more than 15 minutes, cuts severely into my reading. Another frustration is that they charge 4% if you use your credit card to pay. I own a business and the max that one is charged from the credit card 2.8% to 3%. Why did they fail in need to charge more? Overall, I would give this place 4.3 stars. I would come back to this restaurant. However, I would come in earlier in the day so that I could get the special that they offer as well as more timely service.

Chicken fried heaven!!!!! Is the only way I can describe the place. The country feel and vibe makes…read morethis place a must have if you have not tried it ... I been to a lot of chicken houses, but nobody serves it up right like this place here.

SPECIAL NOTE: This place is REALY dark inside, so please be aware. If you are low vision, have…read morepoor eyesight or wear readers, you might struggle in this place. I had to use my flashlight to read the menu and to get opt the restroom in the back. Menu is simple, making it easy to figure out what to order. The homemade rolls are delicious and they have butter and honey on the table. I had their chicken and dumplings and my spouse had the CFS. I felt that the cream gravy was lack-luster and needed more seasoning. The chicken and dumplings were on-point and the sides we selected (mashed potatoes, corn and green beans) were delicious. I do wish that they had regular size spoons (or teaspoons) available. i did not like using a giant serving spoon to eat. But that did not detract from the taste of the food.