I've visited 3 times and tried something new on each visit... And I'm looking forward to going back to sample more of their limited, but very interesting menu.
Have to start with the Reuben - having grown up with NY deli corned beef, and some of the east coast's best renditions of the Reuben, I have to put Lucky's in a different category. Their Reuben has a different taste than the classic I'm used to, but different is fine in this instance. The mellow flavor of the house cured corned beef blends perfectly with their homemade Russian dressing and sauerkraut. It won't unseat Katz's corned beef, but it was delicious.
The Pecan Cruated Bacon had an exceptionally crispy texture and excellent flavor. The Mac & Cheese my friend ordered was decadent, the shipwreck my husband ordered disappeared before I could taste it (a good sign). The breakfast burritos were outstanding - the complexity of the sauce kept me tasting and puzzling over the source of the richness with one bite and the heat with the next.
The table next to us raved about their biscuits & gravy, so that's next on my list. We were too full to even think about taking away any of their pastries.
Not sure what the beef is with the letter codes or shared service style Lucky's uses. We've never had any lulls in service and while checking yourself out may take a little longer, you get to meet more of the other happy diners or coffee buyers ... Sharing a few extra 'good mornings' on your way out seems like a great way to end a wonderful meal at a place as welcoming as Lucky's.
Based on price, this will not be our 'every weekend' breakfast place (Grumpy's $4.99 Special wins that one), but we'll definitely be back and would recommend Lucky's.