Lucky Boy – American
This bustling neighborhood staple hums with the rhythmic clatter of spatulas against the griddle, serving up a masterclass in unpretentious, soul-satisfying comfort food. The air is thick with the savory scent of searing beef and crispy bacon, drawing crowds for their iconic, overstuffed breakfast burritos and thick, juice-dripping cheeseburgers that capture the nostalgic heart of classic diner culture.
531 East Walnut Street, Pasadena CA 91101 https://luckyboyburgers.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, plant-based, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, tlc, renal, aip, alkaline, slow-carb, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 6:45 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its outstanding food quality and fresh, well-seasoned ingredients, guests consistently praise the professional service and cozy atmosphere that makes every visit feel special. Diners highlight the exceptional freshness of the menu, noting that each dish is prepared with balanced flavors and high-quality components. Reviewers frequently recommend the inviting space for its warm ambiance and attentive staff, ensuring a high-quality experience that keeps visitors returning.
Menu
Breakfast
Breakfast Plates Served 6:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. Breakfast Burritos served from Open to Close.
- Egg with Bacon, Sausage or Ham: Choice of bacon, sausage, or ham with eggs Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Omelette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Famous Breakfast Burrito Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Egg Sandwich with Bacon, Sausage or Ham: Choice of bacon, sausage, or ham with egg Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Egg Sandwich Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Burgers
- 1/4 lb. Hamburger Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/4 lb. Cheeseburger Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 lb. Double Burger Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 lb. Double Cheeseburger Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Burger Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Burger Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Burger Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Avocado Cheeseburger Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Burger Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Burger Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pastrami Burger Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Burger Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Burger Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Dogs
- Hot Dog Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Dog Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Cheese Dog Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Dog Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bowl of Chili: No beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Mexican Specialties
- Carne Asada Taco Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Taco Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean Burrito Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Burrito Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Burrito Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Burrito Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Taquito (2 pc.) Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches and Entrees
- Pastrami Sandwich Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Club Sandwich Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Sandwich Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charbroiled Chicken Sandwich Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Sandwich Available at: lunch
- Ham Sandwich Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbecue Ham Sandwich Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham & Cheese Sandwich Available at: lunch
- Tuna Sandwich Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Sandwich Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: brunch, lunch
- BLT Sandwich Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese Sandwich Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patty Melt Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Melt Sandwich Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Steak Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish & Chips Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Plate Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Chicken Strips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Chicken Strips Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Sides
- Chef Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cole Slaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Fries Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Zucchini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Ranch or Thousand Island
Beverages
- Soft Drinks: Coke, Diet Coke, Root Beer, Sprite, Mr. Pibb, Orange, Iced Tea, Lemonade, Cherry, Fruit Punch
- Orange Bang Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Pina Colada
- Milk
- Orange Juice
- Hot Tea
- Hot Chocolate
- Coffee
Frequently Asked Questions about Lucky Boy
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This neighborhood staple is unique for its iconic, overstuffed breakfast burritos and nostalgic diner culture, earning a perfect 5.0 rating.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the cozy atmosphere and professional service while trying the famous breakfast burrito or a juice-dripping cheeseburger.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Lucky Boy is currently operational and open for business, with information available on their website at https://luckyboyburgers.com/.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include the avocado sandwich, while the chef salad and potato salad cater to gluten-free and low-carb diets.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Lucky Boy specializes in classic American comfort food, featuring iconic breakfast burritos, cheeseburgers, and traditional diner-style dishes.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests consistently praise the cozy, inviting space and warm ambiance, which complements the bustling, nostalgic atmosphere of this classic diner.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features a wide variety of American comfort foods, including numerous breakfast items, burgers, and over thirty dietary-specific options.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Lucky Boy has an overall rating of 5.0/5, reflecting its reputation for outstanding food quality and professional service.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Lucky Boy is a budget-friendly ($) casual neighborhood staple featuring a bustling diner atmosphere with unpretentious comfort food and cozy seating.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly ($) American diner earns a perfect 5.0/5 rating for its exceptional food quality and professional, attentive service.
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