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Carlos O'Kelly's Mexican Cafe

707 W 23rd St, Lawrence, KS 66046-4405
785-832-0550
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Ranked #68 of 145 restaurants in Lawrence
3.5 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Cuisines: Mexican
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Lawrence, KS
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Great, but not authentic”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2011

It's definitely not authentic mexican food, but there are some items on the menu that are really good. Their naked nachos are excellent. Plus, they'll make flour tortilla chips for people who have a corn allergy! Also have some delicious desserts for great value. The staff is hit or miss. Some of the managers are great, but the last few... More

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34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
“Great food”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2010

Outside doesn't look like much and decor is typical gaudy Mexican but we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food and the prices. Salsa was excellent and chips were warm. Entrees were delicious and served quickly. More

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“The food isn't authentic, but it tastes GREAT! Their margaritas are the best, hands down.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2008

The food isn't authentic, but it tastes GREAT! Their margaritas are the best, hands down. More

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“Really, people go here when El Mezcal is up the road.”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 December 2007

Really, people go here when El Mezcal is up the road. More

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707 W 23rd St
Lawrence, KS 66046-4405
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