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    The Star Cafe

    3.5 (210 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers, Steakhouses
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    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Lenee L.

    The ambience was very casual and the service was very friendly. The food was very homemade. I highly recommend the gravy just like grandma would make. Excellent after a long night out.

    Chicken Fried Chicken
    Helen S.

    We stopped in here for a drink and snack whilst we were exploring the Stockyards area. We sat at the bar and ordered a beer for my partner and I had the TX Peaches. The cocktail was nice but it was a little too sweet for me (personal preference more than there being anything wrong with the drink). We ordered a chicken fried chicken sandwich to share. The food arrived quickly and the sandwich was delicious! We both agreed it was probably the best fried chicken sandwich either of us had ever had. The chicken was juicy and the batter had so much flavour. The fries were tasty but could have been cooked for a little bit longer. Also want to shout out our bartender (whose name I didn't get so very sorry). He was so friendly and was giving us lots of recommendations for things to do in the area. The reason I am giving 4 stars instead of 5 is the bathroom situation. The ladies room was not very nice and you aren't able to put toilet paper in the toilet itself (there is a sign specifically saying this) and I found the whole experience a bit unpleasant. I understand their piping is old but having to put your used toilet paper into a bin (where other people have also put their used paper) was just not nice. Our total bill, including tax and tip, was $45 which we thought was great value. I would definitely visit again (although not if I need to use a bathroom haha).

    Someone wants this  mocktail
    Enas B.

    Coconut star mocktail! It was heavenly good with all the western vibes and mood. The bartender was very helpful and cooperative. I like it when business offers wide range of mocktails options like this place. Not forget to mention how prices are great here too! I am definitely coming back again for more mocktails!

    One of my all time favorites in the Ft. Worth Stockyards...The Star Cafe 111 W Exchange Ave Fort Worth, TX  76164 United States.
    Debra S.

    There has been a change of owners from the nostalgic ambiance experience of back in the day, and some things have changed but it still has the old western, full bar and dining experience I seek when visiting the stockyards. They have a good size menu selection of various "home-cooked" southern style food that I am sure you will find to your liking. The service staff is friendly and our order was prompt in being served. It's not the place to go for BBQ, Seafood, Asian, or Italian food because it won't be on the menu. Good Southern cooking is what you will find! Hours: Monday & Tuesday - Closed Wednesday 9a - 8:30p Friday 11a - 2a Saturday 9a - 2a Sunday 11:30a - 8:30p

    Bar hopping
    Keke K.

    Stopped by while bar hopping. It's your typical bar...nothing crazy, but solid vibes. We ordered some drinks and it was okay. Probably wouldn't go out of my way for it, but I'd visit again if I was in the area. Not as lively as some of the other spots, but still a decent stop.

    1/2 Chicken Fried Steak sandwich and 1/2 cheeseburger with jalapeños.
    Brenden K.

    Very low key diner type restaurant in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the stockyards. We came in to grab a quick lunch before exploring for the day. We sat ourselves and were greeted by the friendly server. She was attentive and friendly. We ordered a cheeseburger and chicken fried steak sandwich, and we split everything so we could try both. The burger was juicy and well seasoned, albeit a little greasy, but that's to be expected when you order a burger like this. The chicken fried steak sandwich was good. Pretty basic, nothing special about it. Definitely worth coming by for a quick lunch.

    Country Chicken Fried Steak, Okra, and Mac-n-cheese.
    Bryan Z.

    Food was perfectly prepared and eaten. Claude delivered with Texas Southernly Hospitality. Ambience delivered 30+ years of deliberate Historic Stockyard 5 - STAR Cafe and Cocktail - charm.

    Down home chicken fried steak
    JemuelnleAnne M.

    This was a local recommendation for some down home chicken fried steak. It was delicious and tasty. A win win all the way around! It was hot fresh and tasty! We loved every bite! We would definitely be back. The salad was fresh and yummy too!!!

    Terry J.

    2nd time to visit the stockyards. Originally came here to eat at another restaurant that was showing they had fried bologna sandwiches.....unfortunately they had "gone out of business". As we walked by the star cafe a couple was coming out and we inquired if it was any good? They responded it's delicious. They weren't wrong! We started off with the fried pickles. YUM! I had the fried smoked sausage sandwich and I swear it was out of this world good. A must try. Sausage was sliced and stacked high.....and fired crispy! My sister had the burger and loved it. Bottom line we will be back and if ever you're in the area this place is a must try!

    Christine D.

    Pros: the food was tasty and came out fast! Cons: for being a cafe, this was an extremely overpriced restaurant. I originally wanted a salad, but it was $18; so I opted for a $13 burger that didn't come with a side. (I had to pay $2 for a tiny bag of lays). Nothing comes with a side unless you get a $40 steak. Again, for a cafe? Not impressed. The staff was chaotic and gossiping over their Girl Scout cookies the whole time. Weird atmosphere, which is disappointing because we love the stockyards!

    Chicken fried chicken and eggs
    Swaos N.

    Best chicken fried chicken/steak I've ever had. Super crispy and served with eggs that seemed to be cooked in lots of butter, very tasty. The only miss was the biscuits which were surprisingly dry. Service was decent, took our orders quickly and left us alone until it was time for the check. The place had a very nice feel being in the stockyards and being not too crowded.

    Chicken fried steak
    Petra N.

    Alright alright alright!!! Today's review is going to be the lucky star cafe!!! Yeee-hawww that's the sound of StockYards people! Bunch of cowboys and cowgirls roaming around the street of Fortworth! Where the cowboys boot clicking and the chicken fried steaks frying, and the people greet you with "what's up y'all" and that's the kind of attitude that you need to have walking to this restaurant!! If you're looking for high end cowboys dinner you ain't goin to find it! If you're looking for real southern hospitality you're gonna have to earn their trust first instead of demanding it! Servers in this restaurant are pretty amazing if you TALK TO THEM LIKE HUMAN!! Don't assume that they are grumpy or whatever because they ain't talking to you! They are the nicest people you can find in Texas!! They are so friendly and down to earth also! I love coming here!! Food is ok for me, I usually get country fried steaks! But loaded baked potatoes is what's AWESOME!! If you want loaded then you'll get loaded!! I've taken people here from all over US that have visited me here in Texas and never a complaint! So yeah just enjoy your time y'all! And don't think too much! You're here to have fun!!!

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    Smith Family O.

    Great place, we went in for appetizers. Had fried jalapeños, stuffed jalapeños, onion rings, cheese fries and everything was awesome. Great staff, busy place. I would recommend this place to come in, all the food looked awesome too. The sundae looked fabulous but we were too full to order one. Always a next time.

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    Outstanding !!! Get the meatloaf!!! Sit at the bar with Tommy!!!! After you eat go downstairs to the star basement bar!!

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    Great food , good service and a great location. Prices are ok for the foods served at The Star Cafe.

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    Excellent service by Patsy even though she was the only waitress working. We had the Chicken Fried Steak and BLT, both were excellent.

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