First time trying Gold Star Chili. Clean place, casual atmosphere and friendly staff. I ordered a kids portion 4 way with onions. My husband ordered 3 cheese coneys and the chili sandwich. Pasta cooked al dente, good sauce, lots of cheese! Coneys looked good. The sandwich is just a coney without the dog. Different than other Cincinnati chili I've had, but decent. No complaints. read more

Gold Star - Cheese Coney - New American Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

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Always stop when in the area! I prefer Gold Star to Skyline. It's personal taste. There's less nutmeg and the chili dogs which I believe use a different chili are dynamite. I'm here for all that cheese! Anyhow, everything was great on our visit. Quick, hot and correct. Can't ask for more. read more

Gold Star - Chili 5 Way! - New American Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Got to try out Goldstar for the first time after being an avid lover of Skyline Chili. And it did not disappoint. Similar taste and food options. Hotdogs, chili, salads, but they do have a crunchy burrito I wanna try next. They also have fries and desserts. I ordered a few cheese coneys , a staple and popular item. They were very warm and fresh with a nice helping a shredded cheese and chili on top. Topped off with onions and mustard. Definitely a Midwest favorite! My date got some too and some fries. Their crinkle cut fries were fresh n cooked perfectly. Can't wait to stop in again on my next visit back everything tasted great, prices were fair and the staff was friendly. The restaurant has a diner vibe but does also have drive thru. The rounded shape and large windows make it a fun and sunny spot, great vibes! Check them out when ur in the mood for some great chili dishes cooked to order! read more

Gold Star - My cheese coneys were delicious - New American Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

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To truly embrace this place, you must dive in and discover its delights. Consider the magic of chili in this region and the creative ways it is served--with crackers and generous amounts of cheese in a bowl, atop a hot dog, or draped over fries, all smothered in cheese. You might find this unique take on chili and hot dogs surprising, but I encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and savor it. Chili is an experience offered in various forms: piled high on hot dogs, alongside crispy French fries, or simply enjoyed in a bowl. With counter seating, a dining area, drive-thru, and to-go options, this restaurant is designed for your convenience. The food is made to order, and the open kitchen invites you to witness the care put into every meal. Here, service is exceptional and prices are fair, making it a landmark that has stood the test of time. If you find yourself in Lexington, Kentucky, take a moment to visit and enjoy the journey. Happy Yelping! read more

Really nice spot right off the interstate. This is classic Cincinnati-style chili. If you haven't had this type of chili, you're missing out. It has a unique spice that gives it a rich, savory flavor. It's so good you'll want to eat a huge bowl of it. Service here was A+ too. The servers are really on top of things and very nice. Only negative is the chili contains MSG -- which I normally avoid. That's really the only thing I dislike. read more

Gold Star - Chili salad - New American Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

We recently started purchasing their chili cans for coney dogs. Everyone loves them during family cookouts, and since the weather is getting warm, now is the perfect time to stock up. Also, the restaurant always offers a free Veteran's Day meal, with a friendly staff and clean location. They're located right off of I-75 South at the Man O'War exit. So, it is a quick in-and-out process. read more

We make it a tradition to stop for Cincinnati any time we are close to a restaurant that serves it. Casual ambience -a little noisy with music Food 5/5 for Cincinnati chili restaurants (not in the fancy food genre) We like the 4-way with onions or beans and the coney dogs with chili and cheese are great. They no longer have one of our past favorites on the menu - corn chips covered with chili and cheese. Always generously covers with shredded cheese The food is prepared almost instantly Service 5:5 -excellent Facility -clean, nicely spaced tables, lots of windows read more

Awesome service, great food! Props for the 3 way and dogs with cheese! Highly recommend!

I came back here after a while to take advantage of some coupons. I decided to get their chicken sandwich and fries. I found it to be juicy, yet the chicken patties were bland. Then it occurred to me. Where did I order this from? Gold Star Chili! Then it hit me. What if....they added CHILI TO THEIR CHICKEN SANDWICHES! It would make it unique. I do not know...I tried... read more

Though I've been to Lexington a handful of times, just yesterday was my very first visit to Gold Star Chili. They have a Cincinnati-style vegetarian chili made with Beyond Meat. The Chili Salad sounded strange to me since I've never had chili on top of salad before. But I figured, why not? It comes with salad greens, tomatoes, and fritos corn chips. I ordered it sans cheese, sans sour cream, and sans chipotle ranch dressing to keep this meal plant-based. I liked it! We ordered it to go so when we got to my in-laws' house, I topped it with cubed avocado which made for a pretty filling meal. https://bit.ly/3nnctjJ Only $5 for a half order of the Chili Salad. I'm a fan. read more

Gold Star - Chili Salad with Vegetarian Chili - New American Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

I know what your thinking if you live in Ohio and Ky you think to yourself, 5 stars? That is because you are around it all of the time you take it for granted, DON'T! I moved away from my home town near Cincy decades ago and there is nothing so damn good as a wonderful dose of Gold Star, I honestly wish there was one in Charlotte, NC. TO me and my Brothers there is nothing better tasting than GOLD STAR Chili, and what a great location, we all loved the dining room setup, modern and fresh, and very pleasing. I hope it is not another 12 years till I get there but it was well worth the stop. DELICIOUS! read more

Cincinnati Chili Guidelines: Skyline (mocha in chili) Gold Star (cinnamon in chili) I grew up eating Gold Star. It's my favorite chili restaurant out of Cincinnati over the last 30 years and it's not close. The cheese is too good. I also really like to trickle hot sauce on my coneys and three ways. read more

The service was friendly and attentive. The food was was good. I had a 5 way because that is what I always get at these places. It was the appropriate flavor for this type of chili and the mound of cheese makes me happy. It is a cool location with round glass front. If you are a fan of Gold Star you will like this location. read more

Gold Star - 5 way - New American Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

We recently stopped at Gold Star while driving from Louisville back to home. We have always enjoyed the Cincinnati Chili recipes, and so we're happy to find this location right off the Interstate on Man-O-War in Lexington. First, I have to give accolades to our waitress, Janice! She was amazing. We seated ourselves after Janice greeted us as we entered. Janice was outgoing, friendly and super helpful. We placed our order that was served very fast, made fresh and brought to our table immediately. I ordered two cheese coney dogs, piled high with shredded cheddar cheese on a soft fresh hot dog bun. Mouthwatering, if I had any complaint, it could only be that we don't have one of these restaurants nearby home. My wife ordered the two-way chili, and she loved every bite. The restaurant including the restrooms was clean, bright and welcoming. Our food was great while our service was over the top and exceeded five stars. We cannot but to recommend a stop at this Gold Star Chili when you are in the area. If you are traveling this location offers easy on and off access to Interstate 75 with plenty of parking. read more

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Since I have moved to the area, I have became mildly addicted to this new style [for me] to eat chili. I never thought I would enjoy chili over spaghetti noodles, but I do. I remember the first time I ate at one of these locations like it was yesterday. I always compare my chili experience to that first bite then...and so far, they have not failed me. I like mine 5 way. I enjoy that cinnamon taste as I enjoy my cheesey mounds of goodness. Writing this review actually leaves me craving another dose of this cold weather goodness...might go there for lunch today...lol!!! read more

Gold Star is one of my favorite lunch spots. You can get a chili cheese coney combo for less than $8 and who doesn't love a good hotdog?!?! This particular location is one of my favorites and the last time I was there the services was A1!!! I got hot fries!!!! And those of you who follow me, hot fries are what life is all about, well that and hot wings... oh and tacos, but I am getting off track here. I am supposed to be talking about hot dogs, whew. So the hot dogs are amazing and they pile on the cheese. Now, I am not huge for tons of cheese, but I am free to adjust to my liking, but that is not any type of complaint. Now did I take a pic of my food? Nah, I was starved, so its in my belly... Maybe next time. read more

Food was amazing and Customer Service was out standing. Waitress was nice and always checking in on us. Chili was amazing and cheese fries were amazing. I'd recommend eating here to anybody read more

Service is huge and our server was one of the best I've ever had. She was very attentive to our needs and I also noticed that she didn't slow down the whole time we were there. She was always finding something to do with very few customers inside. The food was excellent. My husband and I tried the dip, it was delicious. Everything was cooked to perfection and definitely satisfied our hunger. Excellent choice for a quick and easy stop after a long day. Thanks for excellent service and great food. read more

Gold Star - New American Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

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Stopped in to satisfy my husbands craving for "Cincinnati Chili" on our unexpected trek north by car after the holidays. All I can say is staff was WONDERFUL, Welcoming, and warm, the Food was great-husband was happy with the 4-way and the rest of us LOVED THE FRIES-the dill and ranch on the bottom of the container won you a fan for life. These days finding good takeout fries is very challenging-and these guys have cracked the code-crispy outside, steamy soft inside... these are GREAT fries! Thanks for helping to brighten a Looong day of driving!!! read more

FOR THE LIMITED TIME METTS Being from Cincinnati, I grew up on Gold Star and the like. I often get a hankering for the taste of home with the chilli or coney dogs.. Today, I saw the sign saying "We got Metts" had to stop. Got two at $2.49 each. First off, expected an actual mett... not just the regular coney dog with alot of seasoning. Secondly, the seasoning was just cheyenne pepper and a ton of salt... Actually tasted like just Tony Chachere's seasoning dumped on a coney dog. Immediately raised my blood pressure...was hard to swallow... terrible disappointment. Service was great as always, location good, cleanliness good... just the metts were awful read more

You guys are friendly. Grill guy was cool and wished Detroit good luck. The waitress was helpful and gracious. Thanks for the mint!! The hotdog was hot and bun steamy and the fries super crispy and they didn't skimp on the cheese. Great job, guys. I will go out of my way to come back. read more

I was a Skyline customer till Gold Star invited me to a free sample. They won me over. Thanks read more

My father and I went here a couple weeks ago and it was my first time ever going inside! Everyone had masks on and placed us 6 feet away from other customers so that was nice. The food....... the food was absolutely amazing and for the $7.00 it cost me was a HUGE amount. I took at least 80% home and was stuffed when I left lol. No joke I ate on it two more times and my wife even had some lol.. I say it's well worth the money and we'll worth stopping by!!! read more

My family loves to eat here! Nothing fancy but good food and a comfortable atmosphere. We really like the hot dogs & fries. The service is always great. read more

Had chili dog and chili 3 ways. Delicious! Service was great. First time at Gold Star. Good but like Skyline chili better. Both are Cincinnati style. read more

I am liking this place less and less with each visit. I usually make a stop here for food when heading to and from my parent's house in TN. Usually, road trips entail slim pickings for vegetarian food, and I'm stuck eating french fries the whole way, but Gold Star left a positive impression in my mind at first - they have vegetarian chili which you can even get Cincinatti-style in the form of a 5-way - what a novelty for a traveler! But as the novelty wore off, I realized that the vegetarian "chili" is but peas and carrots and other canned vegetables drowned in a chili-like sauce and can't possibly afford you the illusion of indulging in Cincinatti-style chili. Hope is not lost, however - you can still get your hands on some good vegetarian Cincinatti-style chili. Go down the street to the Meijer and buy the Gold Star Chili seasoning packet and a pack of Smart Grounds. Okay, so you won't be able to have it on the road, but I made this later at home, and it turned out spectacular. read more

Cincinnati-styled chili. The service is typically good, the food is always served fresh and fast and the pricing is affordable. Kid's menu selections make this chain family-friendly. read more

Gold Star - Combo Number 2 - New American Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

If you have a gold star chili monkey on your back..this the place to get your fix! Fast service, great workers... dedicated and exhausted.. so if you go give a shout out! read more

Cincinnati style chili is unique and delicious! For those of you not familiar with this style of hot dog, the coneys are smaller sized, and come with mustard, runny and slightly sweet chili, and a ton of finely shredded cheddar cheese. We had fries with them which are always good. Service is always friendly and fast and prices are decent. read more

I eat here for the people experience mostly! Good people mostly and good service. Love the cheese fries and the chili dip. The cheesecake is pretty darn good as well! The rest I can take or leave. read more

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Service was outstanding. Great food too. Jaylen is a great server too. I love Gold Star Chili!

Service was amazing and rlly fun. Lots of crackers and romantic lighting so my two female partners and I could fork our crackers together. Overall a fun experience, would do again. But make crackers less salty. read more

With the name of Gold Star Chili, figured I could get a great bowl of chili. Menu was very limited and everything seemed to come with shredded cheese. Asked for chili only and server asked if I wanted beans added to the chili. Went with the the spaghetti, chili and cheese. Should have stuck with Wendy's chili. read more

We used to have Gold Star Chili years ago, when we lived in Lexington. If anything, it's even better now! The service was great too. Thanks for a great experience! read more

Gold Star - Had to have a few bites first! - New American Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Been eating here at least once a week for the past 4-5 years.. Always top notch service, great food and the dining room is always clean. Staff and Owner are always very friendly. read more

Gold Star - New American Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

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Great 3 ways! The restaurant is spotless and the service is exceptional. I've only been to a handful of Gold Star Chili's in my life, but this food is fantastic! read more

I'm staying in Lexington on a business trip and have been wanting to try this place out. Everyone in my family is pretty picky and even with the small menu this place satisfied each of us! Our waitress did a great job. She was working non stop the whole visit, with staying attentive to everything and everyone. I hope we will get to visit again before leaving town. read more

The new vegetarian chili is so amazing. It's so close to the regular chili it's scary. My husband and I eat here once a week. The gorito with the vegetarian chili is my favorite. read more

The past couple times I've been here I've had to repeat myself 3 or more times when they are taking my order at the drive thru. And both times when I've gotten up to the window my order has been missing something. However, the staff is always polite and apologetic when it happens and it hasn't always been an issue as I've been to this location countless times. The food is always delicious. My husband and I like to do this for a weekend lunch date but since Covid we've switched to take out. We both usually do the 3-way and a coney meal and it never disappoints! read more

The hotdogs are good here but the service is great! It's clean and kid-friendly. Took my 2 year old granddaughter and she enjoyed her food, which is unusual. The server was very accommodating and pleasant. The buns were very fresh and the crinkle fries weren't greasy at all. I'll be back. Great place for a quick and easy lunch. read more