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Lucky, Roanoke, VA
Lucky, Roanoke, VA
Lucky, Roanoke, VA
Lucky, Roanoke, VA
Lucky, Roanoke, VA

Lucky

4.8
4.8
1375 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
18 Kirk Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24011

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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

What 1,375 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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Lively

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Overall

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Food

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Service

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Ambiance

  • Greater Roanoke

    Best Value

  • Greater Roanoke

    Healthy

  • Greater Roanoke

    Hot spot

  • Greater Roanoke

    Neighborhood gem

  • Greater Roanoke

    Romantic

  • Greater Roanoke

    Good for special occasions

  • Greater Roanoke

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lucky offers a vibrant dining experience with "consistently delicious" food and "amazing" cocktails. The menu features unique Southern-inspired dishes like fried chicken, shrimp and grits, and vegan-friendly greens. The atmosphere is warm and stylish, complemented by attentive service. It's a favorite spot in Roanoke for both locals and visitors.
1,375 Reviews
  1. Jim VIP

    Richmond21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently delicious! Great cocktails! Attentive service! Looking forward to the next visit!

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  2. Cynthia

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, and greens are out of this world. They give you enough for two meals. The chicken is fried to order and incredibly tender. The greens are delicious and are shockingly vegan! They use smoked apple cider vinegar for flavor. For an appetizer, we tried the Akara, black eyed pea fritters. So good! I had a pear and bourbon craft cocktail that was smooth and delish. So good I had two. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. The ambiance is great. It's a small place with nice decor. Great bar! The music is not too loud. Overall, one of the best in Roanoke. I look forward to returning and trying some new items. You cannot go wrong with that chicken!

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  3. Lisa

    Charleston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and cocktails were amazing. I always consider this place when planning a special dinner. Celebrated a birthday here and was very pleased with everything from the moment I was greeted to the complimentary birthday dessert.

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  4. joeinvirginia

    Western NC17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the third time we have come to Lucky. The service and food are excellent. Portions are generous and prices are very reasonable.

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  5. TomboJ

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great place for an evening dinner that provided a great ambiance.

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  6. Jacqueline

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was both mine and my guests first time eating here and we will definitely be coming back! Food was delicious and the atmosphere was incredible.

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  7. Kalie

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks but the waitress seemed like she was on another planet.

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  8. Lowell VIP

    Richmond11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stylish dining experience. Extensive and creative cocktail list. Delicious food and beautiful presentation. We had the whole trout and it was heavenly! The service was very helpful and prompt. Sure to please!

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  9. Allie

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another amazing evening. Drinks and food were top notch

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  10. Brad

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bartender handled multiple execution specific beverages really well. Great presentation. Menu is excellent and service was quick and responsive. Minor quibble was on execution of food. Lions mane cakes just took on a lot of salt. Nothing major. I like what this place is doing.

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Lucky is rated 4.8 stars by 1375 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 9 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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