Lucky Star – Chinese
Lucky Star hums with the vibrant energy of a classic neighborhood haunt, where the rhythmic clatter of woks and the fragrant steam rising from bamboo baskets invite guests into a world of timeless comfort. Each plate arrives as a masterclass in balance, layering the sharp bite of fresh ginger and garlic against the deep, savory richness of slow-simmered sauces and perfectly charred vegetables. Diners find themselves enveloped in a sensory celebration of traditional Chinese flavors, where every shared dish captures the warmth and soul of a communal feast.
644 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306 +1-201-792-5888 https://www.luckystarnj.com/Rating: 4.2/5 (226 reviews)
Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
What to order at Lucky Star
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pu Pu Platter (For 2) | 40 g | 101.4 g |
| Happy Family | 5.9 g | 95.3 g |
| Young Chow Fried Rice | 79.1 g | 69.2 g |
| Crispy Boneless Chicken | 0 g | 57.5 g |
| Chicken Wing in Garlic Sauce | 2 g | 56.6 g |
| Fried Half Chicken (1/2) | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| Spare Ribs Tips | 8.3 g | 34.7 g |
| Honey Wings | 2.9 g | 28.7 g |
| B.B.Q Spare Ribs | 17.3 g | 28.2 g |
| Chicken Fried Rice | 64.6 g | 27.6 g |
| Shrimp Dim Sum (8) | 3.3 g | 26.9 g |
| Seafood Delight | 13.8 g | 26.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate this "hole-in-the-wall" spot for its unique fusion of Chinese and Mexican cuisines, praising the flavorful, premium-tasting food at reasonable prices. Guests frequently highlight the generous portions and diverse menu, with specific mentions of excellent salsa, tasty egg rolls, and a surprisingly robust vegetarian selection. While one reviewer noted an order mix-up, most regulars commend the quick service and reliable delivery, calling it a community staple perfect for a filling lunch.
Menu
Popular Specialties
Customer favorites and signature fried items
- Fried Chicken Wings (4) - $7.25: Crispy fried chicken wings, served hot and ready to enjoy.
- Fried Half Chicken (1/2) - $7.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Spare Ribs Tips - $6.95
- Grilled Chicken - $7.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, South-Beach, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Grilled Pork Chop - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Grilled Jumbo Shrimp (7) - $6.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Fried Scallops (10) - $6.75: Crispy fried scallops. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Fried Fish (2) - $7 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Fried Crab Stick (4) - $6.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Fried Baby Shrimp (15) - $7.25: Crispy fried baby shrimp, lightly seasoned. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Fried Chicken Nuggets (10) - $5.5: Crispy fried chicken nuggets, tender and juicy on the inside
- Chicken Wing in Garlic Sauce - $8.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Buffalo Wings - $8.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach
- Honey Wings - $8.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Crispy Boneless Chicken - $7 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- French Fries - $3.95: Crispy, golden fries cooked to a perfect crunch. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Fried Plantain (Green) - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Onion Rings (12) - $4.25: Crispy fried onion rings, golden brown and perfect for snacking. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Sweet Plantain - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Appetizers
Traditional Chinese starters
- Roast Pork Egg Roll (1) - $2.15: Crispy egg roll filled with tender roast pork. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Shrimp Roll (1) - $2.15 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Spring Roll (2) - $4.5: Pastry filled with vegetables. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Beef on the Sticks (2) - $5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Teriyaki Chicken (2) - $4.75: Grilled chicken glazed with sweet teriyaki sauce. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Shu Mai (10) - $8.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Shrimp Dim Sum (8) - $8.75 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Fried Meat Dumpling (8) - $8.75
- Steamed Meat Dumpling (8) - $8.75 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Vegetable Dumpling (8) - $8.75: Pan-seared dumplings filled with a delicate blend of vegetables, served with a light dipping sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Crab Meat Cheese Wonton (10) - $6.5
- B.B.Q Spare Ribs - $8.75: Tender pork ribs smothered in signature sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal
- Pu Pu Platter (For 2) - $14.5: Assortment of bite-sized appetizers, including a variety of flavors and textures, perfect for sharing.
Soup
Served with Fried Noodles
- Wonton Soup - $3.5: Tender wontons, served in a light broth. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Egg Drop Soup - $3.5: Classic comfort food featuring delicate egg strands in a light, flavorful chicken broth. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Hot & Sour Soup - $3.5: Classic comfort soup with a balance of spicy and tangy flavors in a rich broth. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Seafood Soup - $9.5: Shrimp, Crab Meat & Scallop Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Fried Rice
Wok-fried rice with various proteins
- Vegetable Fried Rice - $6: Stir-fried rice with a variety of vegetables. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chicken Fried Rice - $6.95: Crispy chicken and vegetables in stir-fried rice. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- House Special Fried Rice - $7.75: Stir-fried rice and vegetables with mixed meats. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Young Chow Fried Rice - $11.5: Stir-fried rice with vegetables, meat, and eggs. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber
Lo Mein
Soft Egg Noodles
- Chicken Lo Mein - $7.95: Tender chicken, stir-fried noodles, and mixed vegetables in a light sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal
- Shrimp Lo Mein - $8.5: Stir-fried shrimp, vegetables, and noodles in a light sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Beef Lo Mein - $8.5: Tender beef, stir-fried with vegetables and served over lo mein noodles. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal
Chef's Specialties
Served with White or Brown Rice
- General Tso's Chicken - $13.95: Crispy-fried chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy General Tso's sauce.
- Seafood Delight - $15.5: Shrimp, scallops, crab meat with vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Happy Family - $15.5: Jumbo shrimp, crabmeat, roast pork, beef, chicken with vegetables & chef's special sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Orange Beef - $15.5: Chunks of beef sauteed with a delectable orange tangy flavored sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Vegetarian Specialties
Meatless options made with soy protein or vegetables
- Vegetarian General Tso's Chicken - $14.5: Chunks of soy chicken sauteed with scorched red chili peppers in chef's rich tangy sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vegetarian Sesame Chicken - $14.5: Pieces of soy chicken coated with sesame sauce & served on a luscious bed of fresh broccoli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Special Combination Platters
Served with Pork or Chicken Fried Rice & Egg Roll
- Chicken with Broccoli (Combo Plate) - $12: Tender chicken and steamed broccoli in a flavorful sauce.
- General Tso's Chicken (Combo Plate) - $12: Crispy-fried chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy General Tso's sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium
- Pepper Steak with Onion (Combo Plate) - $12: Tender steak, sautéed with peppers and onions
Side Orders
Accompaniments for your meal
- White Rice - $3.5: Steamed to perfection. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Brown Rice - $4: Steamed to perfection, our brown rice is a simple and comforting side dish. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Pineapple Chunk - $2.22 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Lucky Star
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Lucky Star supports high-protein, keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, and pescatarian diets with dishes like grilled chicken, pork chops, and jumbo shrimp.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Lucky Star is located in New Jersey, according to the restaurant's official website at https://www.luckystarnj.com/.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- Lucky Star has a total of 226 reviews from customers who have shared their dining experiences at the restaurant.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Customers frequently highlight the excellent salsa, tasty egg rolls, and robust vegetarian selection as the most popular menu items.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Lucky Star has an overall rating of 4.2/5, with customers frequently praising the flavorful food and generous portions.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Lucky Star is family-friendly, offering budget-friendly ($) pricing, generous portions, and kid-friendly options like fried chicken nuggets (10).
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include fried chicken wings, grilled chicken, grilled pork chop, grilled jumbo shrimp, spare ribs tips, egg rolls, and salsa.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided documentation does not list operating hours or current status to determine if Lucky Star is currently open.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Lucky Star distinguishes itself from other Chinese restaurants through its unique Chinese-Mexican fusion, 4.2/5 rating, and robust vegetarian selection.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Lucky Star has a website at https://www.luckystarnj.com/ and offers reliable delivery services for its neighborhood customers.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Lucky Star?
- Pu Pu Platter (For 2), at roughly 101.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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