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Mexican restaurant in Lawndale, California
What should I order at Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill?
What to order
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Menudo
Recommended multiple times as especially delicious, with reviews calling it amazing, bomb, and the best in the South Bay. It was also noted as a large serving and a good value.
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Chili Cheese Fries
Mentioned several times as a standout comfort food item, praised for being consistently great, perfectly seasoned, and having the right cheese-to-chili ratio. One review specifically highlighted the pastrami chili cheese fries as a classic with a generous portion.
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Carne Asada Tacos
Praised for being delicious and having plenty of meat. One review specifically said the carne asada taco had enough meat for two tacos, making it a strong value choice.
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French Toast
Directly recommended as a favorite breakfast item, with one reviewer saying they love it and highlighting it positively among the breakfast options.
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Fajitas
Described as very good and tasty in a first-time order review, making them one of the clearly praised dishes mentioned.
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Refried Beans
Called very good in a review that praised the overall meal, making them a positively noted side dish worth trying.
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Mojarra
One reviewer said the mojarra dish was really good and highly recommended it after a positive dine-in experience.
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Onion Rings
Mentioned as a favorite by a returning customer who loves the restaurant's burger-stand style food, suggesting they are a reliably enjoyable side.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
About Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill
Counter-serve spot offering a mix of Mexican & American standards for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill known for?
It is especially known for menudo and chili cheese fries, with reviewers calling the menudo a large serving and one of the best in the South Bay. People also mention chile rellenos and breakfast plates, so it stands out for hearty comfort food rather than a single specialty.
What dishes are most recommended at Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill?
Frequently recommended items include menudo, chili cheese fries, chile rellenos, taquitos, and breakfast dishes like waffles, eggs and steak, and pancakes. Reviewers also mention carne asada tacos, mojarra, turkey burgers with bacon, and the veggie burger with fries as solid picks.
What is the atmosphere like at Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and very clean, with counter service and food brought to the table. It seems to work well for solo diners, families, and groups, especially since reviewers mention fast service and a welcoming staff.
Is Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $10 to $20, and reviewers say the portions are reasonable and worth it. One review specifically called the menudo a good deal at $15.87 with tax, and others mention generous servings like a large menudo and filling breakfast plates.
How fast is service at Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill, especially when busy?
Fast service is one of the restaurant's highlights, and multiple reviews say orders come out quickly even for dine-in. The drive-through is mentioned often, so it is a practical choice when you want a quick meal or snack without a long wait.
Is parking available at Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill have vegetarian options?
Yes, Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill offers vegetarian options.
Is Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill kid-friendly?
Yes, Lucky Star Cafe Mexican Grill is good for kids.
