Ambiance: 4. Lucky's is nestled in a quaint, quiet part of Cleveland's Tremont neighborhood. Inside is small and intimate with approximately a dozen table's total, but not very memorable. However, their outside patio hosts several picnic tables, adjacent to their in-season garden. Win.
Cost: 2. Having most ingredients from scratch or local apparently equates to being able to charge more than most other Cleveland breakfast places. Hard to come here and NOT get at least a breakfast beverage or two, pastries, plus an entrée. So you're looking at ~$20 a head for breakfast/brunch.
Food Quality: 5. I've tried two-thirds+ of their standard brunch menu and some specials, can honestly say everything is great. For sweet, the waffles, oatmeal, and pecan bacon top the list without question. Oatmeal- incredible upgrade from the standard, essentially feels like crème brulee plus a side of baked eggs. Savory, the biscuits as others mention are indeed incredible, but not for everyone. Breakfast Burritos and Shipwreck for those preferring more "standard" breakfast affair while remaining awesome choices. Mac N' Cheese and Reuben are good but both very heavy options, so consider yourself warned of a likely food coma. Drinks also top notch with attention to detail across smoothies, coffees/teas, and sodas.
Service: 5. Service is always prompt and courteous. Long wait times tend to go fast. No waiting for your check either- each table can pay at counter when ready, saving table turnover time.
When to return: Showing off the best of Cleveland's brunch choices. Summertime to sit on the patio. Winter for a warm coffee beverage and pastry's. Small-to-medium-sized groups (large parties may struggle here aside from outside picnic benches).