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Lucky, Roanoke, VA

Lucky

4.9 (1385)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
18 Kirk Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24011

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jeremy Smelser
  • 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 1,385 people are saying

Lucky reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Best Ambiance

  • Virginia

    Healthy

  • Virginia

    Good for special occasions

  • Virginia

    Lively

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Overall

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Food

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Service

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Ambiance

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Value

  • Greater Roanoke

    Innovative

  • Greater Roanoke

    Healthy

  • Greater Roanoke

    Hot spot

  • Greater Roanoke

    Neighborhood gem

  • Greater Roanoke

    Good for special occasions

  • Greater Roanoke

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lucky in Roanoke is a "hidden gem" offering "amazing food, ambience, and service." Guests rave about the "wonderful vibe," "outstanding drinks," and "excellent" food. The diverse menu features standout dishes like "fried chicken," oysters, and African peanut stew. Service is consistently "attentive" and "personable," making it a must-visit destination for dining.
1,385 Reviews
  1. Randy

    Virginia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Lucky! Great cocktails and food, very relaxed atmosphere

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  2. Tina

    Virginia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time going to Lucky and went at the advice of a friend. We were not disappointed! From the time we walked in, we were greeted by a friendly hostess/server and brought to our table. We dined on the garlic scrapes an appetizer and amazing! The kimchi, garlic, soy and honey along with the fried garlic scrapes were an unlikely combo, but oh wow- did it work. I dined on the shrimp and grits, which was a new take on the classic and everything on the plate was perfect. My husband opted for the evenings chef special, which was Spanish cooked octopus. If done incorrectly, octopus can taste like a tire; but this was so tender you could cut it with a fork. It had a slight heat on the back end with chili flakes. Dessert we had the “davaroos” which are homemade lavender shortbread cookies with a lemon curd sauce. It was delicious!! Don’t even get me started on the craft cocktails. Whatever you can think of, they can make and impeccably I might add . Hands down an amazing experience. We will be back!

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  3. Manuel VIP

    Virginia30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again an extraordinary dining experience. I was wholeheartedly welcomed by the host and taken to the table of my choice. The ambiance was amazingly cozy and pleasant. My server Brittany did an awesome job introducing me to the Restaurant Week 2025 Lucky Menu, taking my order, and dropping by at the right time to check on me. Once again, amazing food and cocktails. I had the Rappahannock Oysters as appetizer, NY Strip Steak as my main course. And the very savory Pot de Crème dessert. All in all, an extraordinary dining experience. Definitely highly recommend this restaurant.

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  4. Les VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We picked Lucky pretty much at random while passing through Roanoke and were glad we did. Wonderful vibe, interesting, well-thought-out menu, warm, personable service. The place is tucked away on a downtown side street that looks more like an alley. Inside, cozy and well-appointed. Very good cocktails.

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  5. Christy VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lucky was amazing food, ambience and vibe. I will stop there every time I’m in Roanoke! Can’t say enough about it. Fresh and innovative menu love the staff.

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  6. Madge

    Virginia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was pleasantly surprised to have a sommelier help with my wine choice and it was actually very good. Will definitely try the brand again. Our wait staff was polite, social and pleasant. Food was succulent and very tasty.

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  7. Tyler

    Virginia9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place in Roanoke to eat and drink! The staff are incredible, drinks are outstanding, and the food is perfect!

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  8. Greg

    Virginia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always. One of our favorite places to go for a fun time, great food and even better cocktails!

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  9. Pamela

    Virginia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service here were excellent. Top notch. Wine and craft cocktails were exceptional.

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  10. Suzanne VIP

    Virginia11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Raw oysters & 2 different mixed drinks were all excellent. Entrees: steak was chewy (cooked as requested to medium rare) and shrimp & grits were ok.

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Lucky is rated 4.9 stars by 1385 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Lucky

18 Kirk Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24011

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Jefferson St
  • Neighborhood
    Roanoke
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
    Jeremy Smelser
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
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