My fiancée & I came here on a Saturday morning and had a great experience. They offer a mimosa carafe for a very affordable price. We both had the all American breakfast and the food is truly farm to table. The grits, biscuits & cinnamon butter were the true standouts.It was our first time here and we’ll definitely be coming back. The service was great too.
Old school diner experience. Clientele was very diverse so you will feel welcomed. Had the special.. 2 eggs, bacon, toast, and grits with an adder of a pancake. The grits were the best Ive ever eaten outside of my own, and I wanted to eat the whipped butter for the pancake by itself, so good. If you are in town it is worth the stop in.
It was good, but nothing I would brag about. I got the garden hash which was good but I didn’t love that they had cucumbers and some other questionable veggies (it wasn’t included in the menu description). The eggs weren’t runny and more medium cooked. My mom got an omelette and loved the home potatoes.
You ever wonder how it feels to be in a movie, in a small town, in a diner, where you can sit in the same booth, see the same older man every morning reading a paper, know the server AND where the food comes from? This is literally that place. I have not had anything not perfect nor service that was not top notch and personal. Parking can be a bit tricky if you park in front (maybe about 10 spots for all the strip) but there is a parking lot in the back. I literally had the best orange juice of my life there, that they squeeze daily and they knew where in San Antonio they came from. The chicken and waffles, heavenly. You might want an extra waffle, they give you so much fresh, juicy chicken. The breakfast Benny ($14 weekends only): that sauce, the perfect eggs, shallots and cheese, the corn bread muffin underneath, amazing. Just go the next time you are hungry and wanting something delicious, affordable--maybe even underpriced, if youve had chicken and waffles in Dallas elsewhere--but if you are in my booth, I will quietly watch you eat from the bar until you vacate haha.
We loved our experience at Luckys Cafe. We came on a Saturday for a late breakfast and it was busy but we were seated within 10 minutes of checking in with the host. The food was delicious and the service was fast and very friendly. We ordered the All-American breakfast and the tall stack. Their biscuits were perfectly flakey.
Now this is a spot I knew nothing about before yesterday.My ladyfriendperson and I stopped into Luckys Cafe on a whim after searching Uptown Dallas for about an hour looking for good breakfast food.Let me tell ya the atmosphere inside is straight out of a 1960s diner. It was lively, upbeat and the decor was lovely! We both loved the little messages scrawled on the walls honoring those who came before us.We split an All-American breakfast, and yall they ACTUALLY SPLIT THE MEAL for us! Most places will just keep it to the one plate but our server was incredible and had them evenly split it for us. Still shook about that one!She tried the grapefruit mimosa which was heavenly!All told we spent about 25 dollars for a meal for two, two drinks and coffee, thats a great deal!5/5 I will definitely be eating here again!
Great place to grab breakfast in the neighborhood 😊 . Great staff and food . Most have been working for awhile, James is the best ...
Talk about a staple in the community. There isnt a single item on the menu that isnt outstanding and the service is wonderful. Dont forget to leave room for the banana pudding.
Food was on point, very thoughtfully plated and overall decor was great for the time frame. The coffee was good and hot which is pretty much all Im looking for. Love these farm to market approach and all America was a star.
The vegetarian options here are delicious! I really enjoyed the vegetarian tacos with a side of pintos. Delicious fried okra too !The only thing I didnt appreciate was the waitress(not our server) who took out her ponytail and brushed her hair in the service area before continuing to do her side work !
One of the best breakfast spots in Dallas. Friendliest service. Theresa made us feel at home, like part of the family. Locally sourced eggs and meat and freshly squeezed orange juice cannot be beat. I hear they have mimosas too! Great options for healthy or hangover cures. If your hungry for brunch — Stop reading this review and get your bootie over there.
I have been going to this restaurant for almost 30 years. It is always a great place to get a meal. Delicious food. In my most recent visit, I had a wonderful server, Theresa. She was so pleasant and helpful. Mimosas were refreshing and the All American Breakfast was tasty. Cant wait to return!
Nice lil Cafe.. I had the chicken fried steak and it was more breading than meat, but the sides were delicious. My husband had the fish and chips, omg, absolutely delicious. I almost ate all of his fish, huge pieces He didnt take a pic. I will definitely be back for the fish and chips. This was our first time. Oh and my husband bought this woman her meal who was walking in before us. She was so polite. The owner sat at her table briefly, so maybe he knows her
One of the best breakfasts Ive had in a long time.
A friend recommended we go here for breakfast while in Dallas this weekend. We didnt have a reservation so we waited maybe 15 minutes. The gal seating us was very nice (and remembered my name as we left which was a nice touch.) The food, for me, was just okay. We got the breakfast tacos and the veggie hash. The potatoes were huge and the other veggies were diced very tiny and still undercooked, so the ingredients were mismatched and strange to eat a cohesive bite and my eggs were undercooked so it was just a fail for my meal. I dont enjoy things like steak fries or huge chunks of potato, so that might just be me. Lol. Our server seemed quite disinterested, but the overall atmosphere was good. Might be better for lunch or dinner. Incidentally their flatware seemed huge so my hubby wanted a Deadpool reference picture for laughs. 🤣🤣🤣
It’s a good spot for the Oak Lawn community but other than that….Super basic breakfast spot. Honestly, you can go down to Snooze or Eatzis down the street and have a better breakfast experience. It’s very much a no frills diner with breakfast meals one can easily make at home.
Not only was the food fantastic, but our server Steve was out of this world. Our cups never got 1/2 empty, he made modifications to the order with no extra charge, brought to-go cups with the to-go boxes which are ‘super sturdy’ divided containers with clear lids to be able to see what’s in the fridge. He had also the perfect amount of conversation and leave us alone to talk. I will go back there in a heart beat and will always ask for Steve.
I saw the reviews and thought Id give this place a try. The food (chicken fried steak, potatoes) was overall good, didnt care so much for the chicken soup. The host was actually nice. However, The waiter wasnt the most hospitable or concerned. He didnt ask if our meal was OK. We had to ask another server where he was at one point. I would have liked a biscuit, roll, or toast with the meal, but again, server rarely in sight. I gave up trying to find his tail. He would have gotten a better tip too. He really didnt deserve the one I gave him😏.
Great service along with awesome food. Breakfast is served all day and always great but dinner and lunch are just as great. Highly recommended.
Luckys is a great place with a mom and pop feel to it. If you have the opportunity to ask for James do that because he is absolutely amazing. My wife and I cant say enough about how great of a server he is.
I eat at Luckys several times a month. The food is consistently good, and pleasant waitstaff. Always clean.
Oh my goodness the food was so good!! Got the chicken fried steak and its honestly the best Ive had in Dallas since moving here about a year ago. I like that they have vegetarian, gf, and vegan options too. Plus a lot of their stuff is locally sources. Its a fun upscale dinner. The biscuits are divine and the staff is the best!
Yesterday our server was Christine and she was fantastic! Very personable, not too talkative but she built rapport and we never wanted for a thing. Ask for her when you go in for a very enjoyable dining experience!I have always loved this place but I just moved back to this neighborhood and rediscovered it again. Best country fried chicken and cream gravy in town. Beats out Normas and Mothers Daughters in my opinion...which are both great. My new go-to for southern comfort food. Everything on the menu is delicious and flavorful. I highly recommend!
After seeing a few good reviews I thought I’d stop by and try it out. I really wish I could give them a better rating but it was not very good.I was sat right away, the staff is very friendly. Ordered a cup of coffee & water, unfortunately the coffee cup was dirty and so was my utensils. They immediately rectified which I appreciated.Ordered the chicken and waffles. Waffles was over cooked and tough, the chicken thigh was moist and good. It came with a country gravy that I didn’t really care for although I love country gravy typically. It tasted just bland.The coffee tasted like the burned bottom of a coffee makerI think maybe it’s a hit or miss or I ordered the wrong item. .
James always provides great service. Luckys is the primo local neighborhood cafe for breakfast, comfort food and healthy options. We took friends from out of town and they loved the food, service and relaxed atmosphere.
Always a treat! Best biscuits and cornbread in town. Salads were fresh, fresh fresh. Waiter was, according to my hard to please wife, the best weve had in years.I also recommend the chicken fried chicken.
Been eating there since 1984 . Still good . Wish they would bring back orginal biscuits !
Highly recommend this diner/cafe. They a have great menu that caters to whatever you’re in the mood for. I can definitely tell the ingredients are fresh, the fried mushrooms a must. 🤤 Did I mention they have a full bar? 🍸
My friend and I stopped here for lunch after visiting the Dior exhibit at the Dallas Art Museum. Parking wasnt too bad, but I could see how it could be precarious at busy times. The restaurant is really cute and kitschy! Im not sure my photos do the food justice as the serving was HUGE! We both took half or more home. Both dishes were delicious too. We were really glad to find this place and would definitely come back if we are in Dallas again! Great service too. Attentive and quick.
Food was delish.. wait wasnt too long. Love the atmosphere
Definitely a place to go. Service 100 food 100 everything was so great.
Love the service, and the food was great! The salted cinnamon butter on the pancakes was yummm 😍
Luckys has a cool retro vibe. They have amazing food and a full bar to boot. Daniel was my waiter and he was a gem. He explained the whole menu and had several suggestions. I got the meatloaf with whipped potatoes and braised Brussels sprouts. The potatoes were made from scratch with skins in them, the sauce on the meatloaf was quite different and really good, and the service was very very good. I will definitely be back.
I went for dinner tonight 06/02/21 around 7:00 pm, no waiting.I had the Meatloaf with cream corn, and smashed potatoes. The portions were perfect. For dessert, I had the apple pie a la mode. A perfect ending to the meal.I definitely will return next time, for breakfast.
Super chill diner feel with good food to boot! though this place is nothing fancy, its great food for the price you pay and more importantly, the old-timey feel and atmosphere make the experience worth it. had a lovely waiter and a great dinner experience, would highly recommend checking it out!
Yummy McYumm Pants!!!!Ordered chicken and waffles with a side if eggs and ate the whole plate!!Service was great! Friendly and quick.You can sit at the bar, if theres space and you dont want to wait to be seated.I understand why the place was packed, the food and service was excellent!!
Just fine, I had the veggie wrap and it was pretty good. I would not recommend the hush puppies, very heavy and lacking flavor
Jim is an unbelievable server. He always takes great care of me when I am at Luckys. This place is fantastic. More than our local neighborhood diner-they are like family. The people here make the difference… Truly! Five star service/five-star food.
Great atmosphere. Great service. Great food. Consistently great everything. My favorites are the deviled eggs, chicken fried steak, pot roast and sweet potato fries. The Ruben is pretty good too.
Service is always excellent, love the gluten free options, the food is oh so tasty and never disappoints. ...The only item would be the ☕coffee. I wish they offered a variety of options; lattes and such. That would make all the difference for me. A 2 star difference.
The mimosas and breakfast tacos were delish, the parking is frustrating though.
Lucks is always good for us. Their food is delicious. Their Breakfast are a must have no matter what time of the day you go. I I love them breakfast and I try to go every other day. Ive tried a lot from their menu and have never been disappointed.
Expected this place to be uppity because of the location and I am happy to say I was very wrong. The staff was friendly and sweet, they also work fast. Food was really good and the prices were very adequate too. I eat a lot and even with a good tip I still paid under 40 for 2 people and we are leaving with full bellies. Will definitely come back. Check out what I ate. Enjoy.
Great restaurant and great service. Our waiter was great and took care of our kids perfectly! Food was fantastic too 😉
Luckys was a GEM! This is my first time staying in a nearby AirBnb. I generally stay downtown in Hotels when I visit Dallas but said going forward Id stay local to see the area more. Service was quick even on a busy Saturday, food was prompt, server was sweet. I had the french toast sticks and my friend had the eggs Benedict. We also had a mimosa, bloody Mary and coffee. Will definitely visit again!
The food was delicious and staff was friendly. It was my first visit, but I can honestly say Id recommend it. I suggest ordering the eggs, toast, bacon, and potatoes. Not to mention the mimosa was pretty indulgent as well.
Local favorite serving traditional diner fare as well as contemporary takes. Plenty of vegetarian options and offering breakfast all day for those craving pancakes or migas for dinner.
Breakfast is always delicious. Had to wait in line for 20 minutes but that tells you how much everyone enjoys eating here.
The service was great!! I had the chopped steak, which tasted good, with 2 sides. For dessert, I had a slice of the Italian cake. Also very good.
The service was excellent! Good food too! When you dine in ask to be seated in Jacksons section. Hell make sure your visit is enjoyable.
Lucky’s is hands-down the cutest diner I’ve ever sat in. Their menu is built to support local farms and all the food is delicious. Their brunch is absolutely amazing. They’ve got a good bar for a good time. Whether you need sweet or savory, you’ll be at home here. And the staff is friendly as can be.
Just came here for breakfast. The food was good until I witnessed the waiter blow his nose at the food pick-up window then proceed to touch peoples played without washing his hands or changing his gloves. Meanwhile, the waiter is also walking around with a mask dangling from his ears not properly wearing it. Disgusting!
Great breakfast and lunch at this spot on Oak Lawn. They serve great drinks and have good service whom have been with them for years. Can get crowded on the weekends so come early.
Bloody Mary with breakfast.... farm 2 table.... always a good experience..
Great farm to table food with always friendly staff.
I wasnt that satisfied with the food. The chicken fried steak wasnt as good as expected. But the french toast will change your life.
My husband and I have been coming to Lucky’s for 30+ years. We love and worship Lucky’s for food, service, and staff. I miss Shane. He has the perfect combination for customer service; people-pleasing, efficient, and hilarious. He remembers everything I need while working furiously. When I look out at night, I can see the lights of Lucky’s and I remember all the ghosts who have come and gone. Shane is at the very top of my list. His adorable personality and quips were a large part in deciding to go to Lucky’s any particular night. No more smells of bleach or the sounds of Steramine plopping into the sink. No more crystal-clear glasses. Lucky’s is different now. Shane is not gone or forgotten, just sadly misplaced.
Already miss this place. James and Marvin, Jim and Dave miss you. When we are back in town we will surely be back in.
Had the Build Your Own Omelette. First, overcooked. Had all the right ingredients, just overcooked on the eggs. Potatoes just ok. No seasoning or added ingredients like onions or green peppers. Good vibe to the space, just really average food.
Lovely place with smiling and attentive staff. Fantastic food. A must go.
We ordered food togo and was so pleasantly surprised at the quality and quantity which for a diner its one or the other, but this place is a must go. We will be back for sure as the service was so friendly even for a pick up order. Great find and great diner food!
Oh. Muh. Gawd! This is my new favorite place!! Our food was amazing!! Everything on the menu sounds delicious!! The service was equally awesome.
Absolutely a place to go.. amazing service family level friendly staff and delicious fresh grub with a diverse range to please any pallet... will definitely go again!
The heart and soul has gone out of what used to be Dallas’ favorite corner cafe. Shane Kearney left in January, depleting the exceptional quality of its brightest feature. It is truly rare to find a home restaurant with an employee knows the customers by name and what they want to drink when they walk in the door. I went there more than once a week—for the friendly greeting, the warm atmosphere, the personal service. That is greatly weakened by Shane’s absence. I’m looking for a new spot now.
This is a Dallas staple - the crew / staff there is incredibly kind and very attentive. What I like most about this place is that the portions are generous, priced very reasonably, and the food is home cooking delicious! If you ask for milk with your coffee, you get a glass of milk not a tiny cup of it, so its very home-style, delicious and fast. Must try the muffins and corn bread...absolutely delightful. From the experience, to the price, to the friendly staff - this place gets 5* and a must try :-)
Food was really good. We arrived right before closing and out by closing time. Ty for treating me with respect and listening to as well as delivering the order perfectly. I will be back
Not the best. The food smelled better than it tasted for sure
My favorite!!! Ive had weeks where Ive eaten at Luckys 5 times. I never get bored of this place. Love the vegetables. Great wait staff. I always feel at home here. Its one of the places I miss most during this pandemic. I just ordered in breakfast via Favor because I miss it so much. I ordered dinner last night from Luckys too. Apparently I need a Luckys fix!!
Great breakfast and brunch menu and attentive service.
I have to admit the menu selection was great! They serve the old standbys as well as a few proprietary selections. We tried several of the breakfast items. All were excellent as well as the service. Highly recommend!
There was absolutely NO SEASONING on any of my food. I asked the gentleman taking the order to lightly cook the country potatoes, he didnt write anything down, & my country potatoes ended up burnt. I would also recommend changing the bacon. It lacked a distinguishable flavor.Loved the ambiance of the Cafe & the staff were friendly. That is the only reason im leaving 2 stars. I will try again & update review at a later date.
The food is great and service is impeccable! Tim Swatek runs a really top notch restaurant! I will definitely return; thanks again!!!
One of the best chicken and waffle dishes I have ever had. The whole (breast and thigh meat) for $15.99 is well worth the price. The waffles are sweet and come with a light spread of butter in the middle. Get a little bit of the syrup on the chicken and you go straight to heaven!
Not good. Biscuits over done. Bacon over done. I want my money back.
Came here for brunch whike in town visiting. Was delicious!
Always great food and service at a reasonable price. Its a family favorite.
