Lucky's Lunch Counter – American
This spirited neighborhood haunt captures the nostalgic energy of a classic diner, where the rhythmic sizzle of the griddle and the comforting aroma of golden biscuits smothered in rich gravy welcome hungry locals. Guests dive into hearty, sports-inspired plates like the Bases Loaded Burrito and stacks of syrup-drenched pancakes, finding a warm, bustling sanctuary perfect for a soul-warming breakfast or a leisurely midday escape.
338, 7th Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101 +16192554782 https://www.luckyslunchcounter.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, aip, alkaline, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Lucky's Lunch Counter
Dairy-Free at Lucky's Lunch Counter
Lucky's Lunch Counter in San Diego has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mini #11. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Lucky's Lunch Counter
Lucky's Lunch Counter in San Diego has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mini #11. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Lucky's Lunch Counter
Lucky's Lunch Counter in San Diego has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including #13 Pancake Combo, Grilled Cheese and DropKick Cold Brew. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Lucky's Lunch Counter
Lucky's Lunch Counter in San Diego has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including DropKick Cold Brew and Big Iced Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Lucky's Lunch Counter
Lucky's Lunch Counter in San Diego has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including DropKick Cold Brew and Big Iced Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at Lucky's Lunch Counter
Lucky's Lunch Counter in San Diego has 3 paleo-tagged dishes on its current menu, including DropKick Cold Brew, Big Iced Tea and Mini #11. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Lucky's Lunch Counter
Lucky's Lunch Counter in San Diego has 3 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Cheese, DropKick Cold Brew and Big Iced Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Plant-Based at Lucky's Lunch Counter
Lucky's Lunch Counter in San Diego has 2 plant-based-tagged dishes on its current menu, including DropKick Cold Brew and Big Iced Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Lucky's Lunch Counter
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Tenders | 9.2 g | 15.2 g |
| Hot Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Orange Juice | 6.2 g | 0.4 g |
| Topo Chico | 0.6 g | 0.1 g |
| Fountain Soda | 0 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast Specials
- #1 Bases Loaded Burrito - $15.25: flour tortilla filled with eggs, hash browns, bacon, shredded jack & cheddar, avocado and a side of our homemade salsa Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #2 Coach's Omelette - $15.25: three egg omelette with chicken sausage, shredded jack & cheddar, spinach, tomatoes and onions served with a side of hash browns and toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #3 Triple Play Breakfast Sandwich - $13.25: toasted everything bagel with scrambled egg, white cheddar and bacon served with a side of hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #4 The Luck Muffins - $13.25: two english muffin sandwiches made with eggs any style, choice of breakfast meat and cheese. Served with hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #25 Lucky's Hash - $14.75: choice of corned beef or carnitas, served with two eggs any style and toast or tortilla Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #11 Two Eggs Any Style - $12.25: choice of thick cut smoked bacon, sausage links or chicken sausage. served with hash browns and toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #13 Pancake Combo - $14.25: buttermilk pancakes with whipped butter and maple syrup. served with two eggs any style and choice of breakfast protein Dietary tags: Halal Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #14 Potato Bacon Omelette - $14.25: three egg omelette with applewood smoked bacon, potato, swiss cheese, onions, sour cream and scallions. served with a side of hash browns and toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #26 Biscuits & Gravy - $13.75: two biscuits covered in sausage gravy served with two eggs any style and two sausage links Available at: breakfast, brunch
Salads
- #10 BBQ Chicken Salad - $16.75: romaine, chicken, sweet corn, black beans, avocado, bacon, red onion, fritos and pepper jack cheese with BBQ ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- #15 Strawberry Chicken Salad - $17.25: fresh spring mix with candied walnuts, feta cheese, grilled chicken, avocado, strawberries, cherry tomatoes with honey balsamic vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- #27 Chicken Caesar Salad - $15.75: romaine, grilled chicken, parmesan, croutons, caesar dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Dogs & Sandwiches
- #18 Hot Dog or Bratwurst - $10.75: topped with relish, mustard, ketchup and onion. served with a side of fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- #5 Turkey Club - $17.25: turkey on toasted sourdough with lettuce, tomato, onion, white cheddar, bacon, avocado and mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- #6 B.L.T. - $16.75: applewood smoked bacon on grilled wheat with lettuce, tomato and mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- #7 Jalapeño Patty Melt - $16.75: grilled steak burger on griddled rye with caramelized onions, jalapeños, swiss and cheddar cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- #8 7th Avenue Roast Beef - $17.25: roast beef on toasted sourdough with applewood smoked bacon, avocado, cheddar cheese, red onion, black pepper aioli and deli mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- #17 Tuna or Chicken Salad Sandwich - $15.75: lettuce, tomato, onion on wheat. make it a melt! Available at: dinner, lunch
- #19 Super Chicken Sandwich - $16.75: hand-breaded boneless tender chicken breast seasoned to perfection on a buttered & toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- #23 Chipotle Chicken - $16.75: grilled chicken breast on grilled sourdough with swiss cheese, arugula, tomato, red onion and chipotle aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- #24 Pulled Pork Sandwich - $15.75: housemade BBQ sauce, coleslaw and crispy onions on a toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- #12 Lucky's Cheeseburger - $16.75: 1/2 lb burger with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, American cheese, thousand island dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- #21 Reuben - $17: pastrami, swiss cheese, thousand island and sauerkraut on rye bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- #22 French Dip - $16.75: thinly sliced roast beef on a soft roll with swiss cheese and au jus Available at: dinner, lunch
Little Luck Kids Menu
- Pancake Combo - $7: 1 pancake, 1 egg any style, 1 piece of breakfast meat Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mini #11 - $6: 1 egg any style, 1 piece of breakfast meat. served with hash browns Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- PB & J Sandwich - $6: choice of: white or wheat bread + strawberry or grape jelly. served with kettle chips Available at: lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $7: toasted sourdough bread, jack & cheddar cheese. served with fries Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $8: served with fries, ranch dressing & bbq sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Hot Coffee: Cafe Moto
- DropKick Cold Brew: black house blend brewed locally in san diego Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Orange Juice: Fresh orange juice
- Big Iced Tea: 24oz. Green Tea or Tropical Black Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Topo Chico: mineral water
- Fountain Soda: coke, diet coke, cherry coke, sprite, dr. pepper, lemonade
Frequently Asked Questions about Lucky's Lunch Counter
- Is Lucky's Lunch Counter dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Lucky's Lunch Counter has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mini #11.
- What can I eat at Lucky's Lunch Counter on a dairy-free diet?
- Mini #11 carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Lucky's Lunch Counter have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including DropKick Cold Brew and Big Iced Tea.
- Is Lucky's Lunch Counter gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Lucky's Lunch Counter?
- Chicken Tenders, at roughly 15.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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