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Lucky

4.8
4.8
1153 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Farm to Table Comfort Food with a commitment to using local sustainable products, paired with innovative cocktails, eclectic wine selections, and a massive spirits list.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 12 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (540) 982-1249

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Nicholas Kincaid

  • Private party contact

    Cameron McWhinney: (540) 982-1249

  • Neighborhood

    Roanoke

  • Cross street

    Jefferson St

  • Parking details

    Parking is available in a lot directly across the street from Lucky. Please prepay. Additionally, there is ample free parking available on Kirk Avenue and other nearby streets.

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

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What 1,153 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Virginia

    Lively

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Overall

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Food

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Service

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Ambiance

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Value

  • Greater Roanoke

    Good for business meals

  • Greater Roanoke

    Neighborhood gem

  • Greater Roanoke

    Romantic

  • Greater Roanoke

    Good for special occasions

  • Greater Roanoke

    Lively

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  1. oldfoodie

    Richmond

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The dining experience was wonderful. The presentation and quality of the dinners was excellent. They worked hard on a busy night to provide food which met my dietary requirements. I will be back soon
  2. CassieW

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    We have enjoyed lucky previously, but last night was very disappointing. The Brussel sprouts were incredibly oily and charred and the menu choices were bland and heavy. There was almost nothing fresh or lively on the menu and all the offerings were very mainstream. As my husband said - we may as well be at Denny’s. Considering it is meant to be a farm-to- table restaurant I saw very little farm, unless frozen fries are harvested from a local farmer.
  3. AustinW

    Richmond

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Lucky has rebounded spectacularly from COVID and a reimagining to achieve a level of quality reminiscent of pre-COVID levels. We were not the biggest fans of the new menu and were glad to see them return to their roots. All four of us were very happy with our meals
  4. erin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The kitchen knocked it out of the park. The food presentation was great and flavors were impeccable. Absolutely will be returning. Please gas up those kitchen guys, they’re killin it.
  5. JohnS

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, cool vibe and terrific attentive service
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place, drinks are amazing and food was great
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Totally enjoyed our dinner at Lucky. The service was phenomenal and the ambiance was fantastic! One of my favorite places! The drinks and happy hour specials can’t be beat. The fried chicken my husband ordered was delicious!
  8. RobertL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had reservations for 7:15 pm on a Saturday. Around 6:00, we got a phone call that our table would be ready at 7:30. Not a problem at all. When we got there, the owner was hosting! Such a busy night, and he was doing what was needed. You don't see that kind of care very often. Hunter is amazing! We can't recommend Lucky enough, and we can't wait to go back.
  9. Only47

    Richmond

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Family in town visiting
  10. MizzezC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lucky has become my fiance and I's favorite date spot... last night we were going to mix it up and try somewhere new but start off with some lucky cocktails because they are *the best* in Roanoke... we were having such a good time chatting and drinking and snacking that we decided just to stay and have our datenight there :)
  11. RockinRodney

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I ate at lucky while they were serving the Valentines day menu. Everything was delicious, the service great and the atmosphere good.
  12. rynmr

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the Valentine’s prix frixe menu, the wine pairing, and “The Humble Pear” mocktail. Everything was delicious, perfectly cooked, and well plated. The service was wonderful and the inside of Lucky is beautiful! We left feeling impressed and inspired. This was our first time visiting and we will definitely be back.
  13. KenH

    Richmond

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just a great place to eat and drink. Always a great time.
  14. LoisW

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Really nice dinner at Lucky- dessert was the highlight- lemon scented cheesecake with a blood orange sauce. Excellent
  15. Becky

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I'm very happy to see that the things that made Lucky what I loved, is back. I feel that their previous menu changes were most likely done well, but it was not my cup of tea. Having heard from friends that the old menu is being reinstated, I chose Restaurant Week to return. It was as good as I remember. I not only enjoyed the food, but the service was on point, as was the timing of food being brought to the table. Thank you, Taylor! The place was packed with people enjoying themselves, a good sign that they were as happy as I was. The staff was a well-oiled machine, from the host to the kitchen to the wait staff to the bartender to the bussers. I will return soon, and recommend Lucky to all.

    LuckyResponded on January 31, 2023Thank you so much Becky for your review. Restaurant Week was awesome! We cannot thank you enough for your support. Cheers! Hunter

  16. CarrieB

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    All of my favorites were back for restaurant week! Yada Yada was a pleasant surprise on the cocktail menu, fried chicken was excellent and so glad to see it back on the menu. Portion sizes were generous.

    LuckyResponded on January 31, 2023Carrie, thank you so much for supporting us during restaurant week. All of your favorites will be on our menu going forward. Please tell all your friends. Cheers! Hunter

  17. Lindsey

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I LOVED the menu choice that Lucky put out for Restaurant Week! It reminded me of old Lucky and I would love to see those menu choices as a permanent rotation.

    LuckyResponded on January 31, 2023Lindsey, thank you so much for supporting restaurant week. I am happy to say those items will be on our menu from now on. Have a great week! Hunter

  18. Lcamille

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A go-to for my husband and me. You can’t beat their cocktails or food.
  19. JohannaG

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had dinner with my best friend for my birthday. Food was amazing (we split two apps, two salads, two entrees, two drinks each, and a bday dessert.) The portions were perfect and the tequila drinks were incredible. Our server was so cute and friendly, we almost asked her to sit down with us we loved her so much. We felt like we were back in Asheville. I absolutely recommend lucky for a good drink, special occasion, or just to get a different experience in Roanoke.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service, great drinks and great menu with good variety. Food was perfectly prepared!
  22. AmyM

    Richmond

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Cocktails were excellent. Music selection was very determential to our experience. Music was inappropriate to the dining experience that they are trying to present. Jazz or classy music would be more appropriate. Appeitizer selection was disappointing. Entrees were good but not spectacular. Plating was not visually appealing. Entrees served in a shallow which made the individual items mix together.Scallop dish had the scallops on one side of plate and remainder of plate was bare; mixed greens or a vegatable was needed to balance the plate. Service was good. Very attentative and accomodating. Since the menu changes often, I recommend that you review that evenings limited menu before you go. Baked oyster appeitizer...four...really? Pecan brittle dessert- WEAK. Bone marrow and peanut butter should never mix. Ice cream was a winner.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Great food, wine and cocktails with a relaxed downtown vibe. The whole crew there is great and work well together as one team.
  24. Shelma

    Richmond

    56 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We have been regular Lucky patrons for years. While we applauded their attempt at a new food concept, we are very glad to see items form their old menu back. Our only complaint is that our son's scallop dish only consisted of 5 scallops and nothing- vegetable or grain on the side! He was hungry when we got home
  25. AmyP

    Tallahassee

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    They ruined it when they changed it. The food was good, but the crust on my fried chicken was burned. Really weird and unappetizing desserts, so we didn't get one. Service was VERY slow and it wasn't even busy.
  26. Nick

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal and vibe, with the cold weather outside it was fun and cozy
  27. BillJ

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I went to celebrate our 38th anniversary. We had a wonderful evening. Our server, Ellen, was very attentive and friendly as was the entire staff. The food was fabulous as usual. My scallops were perfection as was my wife’s fried chicken! I really loved the Brussel sprouts for an appetizer and our mixed drinks were great. Big fan of the cube in Maker’s!
  28. AndyB

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything we had was excellent. Lucky always delivers on its mixed drinks - original and yummy! Our server was friendly and attentive. Portions are not particularly large given the price but this is pretty much on par with fine dining establishments. Love that it’s upscale but not too “fancy”. So glad they brought back entrees!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome night at Lucky! Food and drinks were amazing. Loved the selection of wines -- can't get these at any grocery store. JP and Hunter were great hosts!!!
  30. JJones

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Lucky and go as often as we can. The octopus is outstanding and we've never had anything we didn't like. Their cocktails are unique and delicious.
  31. CoolJCPA

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I had dinner at Lucky last night. Our server Helen was fantastic and the food was very good. They have some unique dishes and the presentation was very nice. It's good to have a restaurant like this in Roanoke. I look forward to going back and trying other dishes. The scallops, steak, and small plate of wings were all very tasty.
  32. RonH

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Cocktails were the star, food was just ok. Service also very good.
  33. CathyG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent as always and the staff (Chris was our server) and service was awesome.
  34. BarryS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We live in Bedford, VA - a 35 minute drive each way. Lucky is the best restaurant in Roanoke, Bedford or Lynchburg - truly exceptional.
  35. SKVa

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Great vibe and energy level. Food was fair to good. While salad was fresh and outstanding the other items just never reached that level. I kept thinking it would be an incredibly cool place if could add some off the chain ramen
  36. ViginiaTraveler

    Richmond

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We've loved Lucky's for years, and they are better than ever.
  37. AmandaD

    Richmond

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Lucky has always been a fave, but this was our first visit since they closed and reopened. Atmosphere and service were great, but food was too expensive for what it was…flavorless and small portions. Hoping it was just an “off” night, but we won’t be hurrying back to try again. So sad!
  38. DavidC

    Miami

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Excellent food, ambiance, and drinks at Lucky last night. Everything was fresh, creatively thought out, and delicious. My bill came on top of an old 45 record which was a really cool touch. I would certainly recommend Lucky to others visiting or living in Roanoke.
  39. MarkG

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding menu, service and drinks were great. I will be coming back soon!
  40. AndreasF

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a find in downtown Roanoke. A fabulously upbeat crew in a very hip location that could very well be in Brooklyn. Love the small, creatively curated menu and flexibility with vegetarian option requests. Great wines, and delicious food. Will definitely head back to Lucky on our next trip.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Lucky is rated 4.8 stars by 1153 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Lucky

18 Kirk Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24011

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Jefferson St

  • Neighborhood

    Roanoke

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Parking is available in a lot directly across the street from Lucky. Please prepay. Additionally, there is ample free parking available on Kirk Avenue and other nearby streets.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Nicholas Kincaid

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

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