Lucky’s Cafe

Reviews

• Miranda C.

  star star star star star 20 May 2026

  I wanted to give this place a couple of chances before reviewing it to see if it was up to the hype. It definitely is!
  
  I first took my mother here for her birthday and we both split the baked mac & cheese and one of the specials at the time was cornmeal cakes with blueberry compote covered in lemon curd cream and homemade whipped cream. I have to say that was some of the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had in my entire life. I actually think it's a regular item on the menu and you should try it. I wish the cornmeal cakes were a regular item on the menu but unfortunately they aren't but were so delicious. The lemon curd was so tart but it was amazing complement to the blueberry compote and the cakes. I also had an iced coffee that day as well and it was delicious. I love a good iced coffee.
  
  I recently been back with a friend of mine and I had the ginger bread waffles with spiced apples and covered in caramel sauce and homemade whipped cream. Oh my god this is to die for! The portion size of this is gigantic and you definitely could share this with someone and still be satisfied. The whip cream is like nothing I've ever had in my entire life. I also had a side of sausage patties which were delicious! At the same visit I had a caramel Creme breve to drink which was pretty sweet and difficult to finish but oh so decadent. I will definitely be returning to Luckys as soon as possible. The one thing about Luckys is you do have to show up as close to opening as possible - thankfully each time I have been there right at opening but I've heard horror stories about the long wait.

• Alicia R.

  star star star_border star_border star_border 15 May 2026

  This place is soooo cute and the food was fantastic! I got the biscuits and gravy breakfast and my boyfriend got the granola/ yogurt bowl and wow both were so good I can't wait to go back sometime! Only downfall for me is no alcohol lol but you can bring it with you that's said so that's cool. Our server was super nice too, it was a nice.
  
  Second visit- I asked to sit outside with my dog and they made an excuse they couldn't serve outside when they only had one table inside. So lazy, I probably won't come back.

• Ivonne S.

  star star star star star_border 10 May 2026

  We stopped here during our short stay in Cleveland on a Sunday morning, it did take a while for us to be seated (30 mins) and it took longer for us because they only have a limited amount of high chairs which is a little annoying since we saw people that came after us being seated but at least as we were warned.
  
  Once we were seated our waitress was really friendly and efficient. Our food came out super fast, I was shocked because of how busy it was, and it was so delicious!
  
  It was a great experience- I do recommend getting some more high chairs since this is a very family friendly establishment.

• Gee K.

  star star star star star 7 May 2026

  How do I not have a review for this place !! As a vegetarian I have my standard gripe I would like to see more options but that aside the food is good. It is a little tight and waits can be long. In a way it is a testament to the quality of their food but at the same time when your 15 minutes runs to 45 it is a test of your patience !
  
  I like that they source their food locally as possible. The waffles are amazing and as someone else said will probably give you enough calories for a day and then some. A half size order would be amazing. Having said this I get extra whip cream on the side when I am feeling gluttonous so I am not sure that should be a complaint I make.
  
  One of the best breakfast joints in Cleveland if you are ok waiting. Also absolutely worth the wait. The service is as expected just excellent and I have never had a bad experience here. During the summer the outdoor patio is open and that's always a plus in my book.

• Neal E.

  star star star star star 5 May 2026

  I've been to Lucky's Cafe a couple of times now - for breakfast!
  
  I originally stumbled across Lucky's a couple of years ago when visiting Cleveland for work. I found the place using the Yelp app on my iPhone.
  
  Later I discovered that Guy Fieri had visited Lucky's on an episode of "Diner's, Drive-Ins, and Dives," and that Cleveland area Iron Chef Michael Symon had raved about their Cheddar Biscuits and sausage gravy on an episode of the Food Network's: "The Best Thing I Ever Ate." I can see why!
  
  Both times I've ordered the same thing - the Cheddar Biscuits topped with sausage gravy and fresh scallions, plus a side of their pecan-crusted bacon!
  
  Everything was delicious both times! Coffee was also strong and good! And the service was excellent!
  
  Love this place!
  
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