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Lucky's Café

Restaurant Cafe Breakfast restaurant Bakery American restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Bakeries in Cleveland


Address

777 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, United States

Website

www.luckyscafe.com

Contact

+1 216-622-7773

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (1.8K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 9 am to 2 pm
  • Monday: 9 am to 2 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am to 2 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am to 2 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am to 2 pm
  • Friday: 9 am to 2 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am to 2 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: delicious (15) wait (13) biscuits (13) great (12) worth (10) gravy (9) table (8) Lucky (8) good (8) service (8)
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  • 5/5 anshul g. 11 months ago on Google • 367 reviews
    Long wait times but worth every second after getting a table. The staff is so sweet and generous with their portion sizes. The food is delicious beyond measure. Though very limited options but enough for a Brunch. Need to try the weekend specials :) I can’t forget the freshly squeezed orange juice. It was delicious! I ordered Biscuits too for myself. Were the most tasty and fresh biscuits I ever ate. I need to go back every once in a while to get Lucky with the good food. Thanks for a good experience!!!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Beka O'Meara (. 1 year ago on Google
    Best brunch ever. Everything is so good, but don't come here to eat healthy! I've tried everything on the menu but the biscuits and mac and cheese are my favorites. Hubby loves the waffles. The wait is absolutely worth it. Know you're gonna wait unless you're there when it opens and get in line early.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amy A. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was fantastic. I had a Lucky’s Latte - just lovely. ☕️ Food: the Shipwreck for me. He went for the biscuits and gravy. The cinnamon rolls were light and almost flaky. 🤤 The staff is wonderful. They work like a well-oiled machine, maneuvering around each other in a relatively tight space, making sure customers are taken care of all while being pleasant and welcoming. The experience was well worth the 194 miles we drove from Buffalo to go there.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessica A. 1 year ago on Google • 365 reviews
    The food was delicious! We had a recommendation from a family member who told us to try the pecan bacon and the biscuits and gravy. We also added the waitress recommendation of the macaroni and cheese and seasonal waffle (with house-made whipped cream and strawberry rhubarb preserves). The food was phenomenal while we were there and held up great for leftovers 😋 The service was prompt. Both Brooke and Ashley were phenomenal. The location was packed but they were both still very attentive.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dan B. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely incredible we came here because we saw it on diners drive ins and dives and it didn't disappoint. The service was exceptional and the food was amazing probably the best Rueben I've ever had. My son even tried my wife's salad and he said for a salad it was great which to get a kid to eat salad is a accomplishment in itself. Check it out if you are in the area
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tara 2 years ago on Google
    Quaint restaurant in Tremont. Food was ok but quite pricey in my opinion. We went for brunch. My side of scrambled eggs and toast was $9.75. We were not told of any kids options for their brunch so I'm not sure if it doesn't exist here or if we were just not told about it. So my 9 and 11 year old stepsons had to order from the main menu. The 9 year old got the gingerbread waffles which were $15.50 and the 11 year old got the biscuits and gravy which was $17.25. My favorite part of the meal was the como toast with their homemade jam.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tonya J. 6 months ago on Google • 347 reviews
    This place was so amazing! The Fall Squash Dumpling starter recommended by our bubbly friendly and helpful waitress Molly was the highlight of the breakfast show. 🔥 Dumplings, corn and vegetables all were perfectly meshed into a warm fill up your belly and take a nap dish reminding you of grandmas cooking. The Fireside S’more Mocha was presented so beautifully. My husband does not like coffee but absolutely loved this spin. The Wagu Beef Stew was also extremely flavorful and filled with a decent amount of meat and vegetables. Each were close runner ups for sure. We also ordered the biscuit dish with eggs and gravy and the side of pecan bacon. While these dishes were also great; the dumplings and the rest of our starter dishes still remained number 1 for us. This farm to table establishment was truly delicious and well worth a stop. Every food order was delicious, flavorful and tantalizing. Get there early. Street parking. Outdoor dining.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ashley M. 4 months ago on Google • 53 reviews
    The food is absolutely delicious and I loved the atmosphere of the place! The Chai tea latte was so creamy! The cinnamon rolls were so fresh and the main plates were delicious. I also recommend the ginger beer. It was the most delicious soda I have ever had. The staff was so friendly! A wonderful experience.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brandon H. 1 year ago on Google
    We loved the breakfast there! The Biscuits, The Shipwreck, The Waffles, and the Corned Beef Hash with Poached Eggs/Hollandaise Special: all of it was good! You can’t go wrong. The lattes are great to. My favorite was the Earl Grey Lucky’s Latte.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew A. 1 year ago on Google
    Very very good food. Well worth the hype this place receives. We had a party of 6 and only waited about 30 min for a table during prime brunch time (11am Saturday), although I assume this wait would be longer when it isn't patio weather. The service we received was great and attentive. The biscuits dish was exquisite and the perfect portion size. I also tried the shipwreck, which similarly had a great blend of flavor. Their iced drinks and coffee were also delightful. Looking forward to coming to this place again and again!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dana S. 5 months ago on Google • 124 reviews
    The food and atmosphere are lovely here. 😍 I had the Biscuits and my partner had a Reuben. Both to die for. I also had a chocolate bomb. 10/10 would recommend 👌. Try the pecan crusted bacon for a sweet and savory side.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 M J. 8 months ago on Google • 332 reviews
    Really enjoyed this place. Had an amazing omelette and they have great coffee. Enjoyed being outside and they have locally sourced food and their own garden that they get tomatoes and other vegetables from. Pretty amazing place for vegans and vegetarians as well. Our server was excellent and super friendly and explained everything to us. Will definitely be back.

  • 5/5 Laurie K. 1 year ago on Google
    Highly recommend Lucky’s Cafe!! We went for the corned beef sandwich and had to go back the next morning for the sausage gravy and biscuits. The salad and homemade granola and fruit was delicious as well.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rikki N. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is incredible, an all around solid place to eat. The atmosphere is cozy, the service was great. The drinks are phenomenal, absolutely delicious. Hands down best breakfast I have ever had! Beautiful presentation and incredible, the Shipwreck is topped with cheese that is cooked until crispy around the edges while still remaining melted in the middle. The vegetables, eggs and potatoes were cooked perfect. All together it was very flavorful and very filling, even with sharing. Because of how great this place is, expect it to be packed and probably to have to wait to be seated. If dining indoors, expect it to be a bit loud. Definitely a place to come back to to try new things!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Zachary R. 1 year ago on Google
    Be prepared to wait awhile for a table. This restaurant is small and usually has a crowd. The Lucky’s Latte was delicious with honey. I had the biscuits and gravy which was good but the bacon 🥓 was AMAZING! overall a great place for breakfast and great quality food.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacob M. 1 year ago on Google
    Ambiance top notch and the food matched. The Rueben was without a doubt one of the best I have ever had. Thicker slices, sauerkraut mild but still flavorful, and the thousand island tasted homemade (I imagine it was). Even at 11 AM it was worth it for a Reuben. Keep up the great work Lucky’s!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shawn B. 1 year ago on Google
    Brunch!! Went to @luckyscafe, line was out the door but worth the wait ( you can also order food to go and eat at the picnic tables outside and across the street. Feature on Food Network ( best thing I ever ate and diners drive ins and dives ) we got the Sausage Biscuits and Gravy because, the had Sausage Biscuits and Gravy. So very very good. The biscuit reminded me of Red Lobster Biscuit on steroids. The description from the menu. “Cheddar scallion biscuits topped with soft scrambled eggs and sausage gravy. Served with hash brown potatoes and grapes. ***Featured on Food Network's "Diners Drive-Ins and Dives" and on Michael Symon's "The Best Thing I Ever Ate." I ordered a side of sausage because a little sausage is never enough. My wife ordered the Shipwreck which was a wonderful mix of eggs and veggies - skillet style. Description from their menu - “A blissful blend of baked hash browns, eggs, veggies, bacon, and cheddar cheese. Served with house made como toast and fresh fruit. **Please note: We can only remove the cheese or toast from this dish, no other items can be removed. Please do not make a special request to have an ingredient removed.” Farm to table and wonderful. Worth the wait or if you are an early riser, get there when it opens
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sarah E. 1 year ago on Google
    What an absolutely wonderful little Cafe. It is a farm to table kitchen with many of the items coming from the garden right outside their doors. There is indoor and outdoor seating. The iced latte was perfect and I had the biscuits and my daughter got the waffles. We ended up sharing both dishes and couldn't finish either. They were fabulous!!! Will definitely come back next time I am in Cleveland.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 JB 8 months ago on Google • 167 reviews
    Quaint atmosphere with quality service, especially from Tommy. Great food recommendations and a pleasant disposition. The biscuits and gravy were amazing - chunks of sausage. Must try the pecan crusted bacon - delicious! The homemade cinnamon roll was good also - smaller than you would expect. The waffles were homemade, not the frozen type. We noticed the garden and fresh vegetables being delivered while we were there too.

  • 5/5 Jack W. 1 year ago on Google
    We ate at Lucky's Cafe recently, situated in a nice, quiet neighborhood in Cleveland. We were super satisfied with the delicious coffee and brunch food. We are from North Carolina and can be picky about southern food, but the biscuits and gravy here at Lucky's were delicious. They utilized a lot of intriguing root vegetables and other ingredients in their menu that made for a tasty and delightful meal. The wait staff was also super friendly and attentive, and the prices were fair. It was worth the journey from downtown Cleveland for sure. There is definitely going to be a wait so either try to call ahead or get there early!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Shane A. 10 months ago on Google
    Our food was phenomenal, but sadly the service was lackluster. I get it, you're busy, but this was bad. Besides the slow staff not topping off water and getting us our food, I asked to add a bakery item to go and after 10 minutes I didn't get it, so we left. Missed sale and missed tip.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Travers M. 8 months ago on Google
    Found this place through DDD. Glad I did because it’s in a neighborhood I probably would not have visited otherwise. Got the Reuben since that was on the show and it was soooo worth it! Not usually my go to order and I’m super glad I hits it. Definitely recommend Luckys and the Reuben for any visitor. Nice goodies and sweets for sale too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vidal R. 9 months ago on Google • 40 reviews
    Delicious! Since moving from Cali, I can say the food and drinks have some of the freshest ingredients I've tasted. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. I would recommend the biscuit as the first item you try.

  • 5/5 Jonathan M. 8 months ago on Google • 17 reviews
    We visited because of the recommendations from Food Network and were pleasantly surprised. The food was delicious, the staff were friendly and the atmosphere was excellent. We had to wait 20 minutes for a table but that’s expected for how popular Lucky’s is. Delores was super friendly and made sure we felt right at home. The barista with tattoos was so nice and chatted with us while we waited for our table. HIGHLY recommend stopping by!

  • 5/5 angela s. 8 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    Great food and wonderful atmosphere. Would definitely recommend. Service was amazing. I got the biscuits and Gravy and my husband got the Reuben. We also got a side of the Pecan Bacon. The 🥓 was. Out of this world.

  • 3/5 Eliza F. 1 year ago on Google
    Service was absolutely horrible - the hostess was extremely rude, and there was a mixup in the kitchen so we waited for over an hour for our food… However. It was worth the wait - Lucky’s Cafe gave me the BEST macaroni and cheese I have EVER eaten. Get it - you will NOT be disappointed. I couldn’t finish the entire bowl because it was so rich and luscious - but my life is forever changed because of this mac and cheese. Wow. Worth all of the poor service for this food! The pairing of the house-made applesauce and fresh grapes complimented the mac perfectly. Definitely expect to wait for at least 30 minutes to get in, but the poor service is made up for by the MIND BLOWING food.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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