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    Lucky's Drive In

    4.2 (391 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    LUCKY'S DRIVE IN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Order Window with a display of cup sizes for shakes, fries bags, and sodas.
    Sylvia M.

    Came here on a whim because the stores bus caught my eye. If you haven't been here, this location is off 136th St S and Pacific Ave, right across Big Foot Java. The bus I am talking about is a 1955 Burger Bus you can actually dine in and has AC. The set up is cute as the bus is to your left when you're in front of the store. And on the right side of the store, there's some outdoor seating if you want to eat here. There's no place to eat inside the actual restaurant itself as they only cook and take orders there. This place kinda reminds me of Frugals back in the day. The items of course are made to order, so depending on how busy, you may have to wait a little. I ended up getting the Lucky single meal with upgraded to an oreo shake. The burger itself was okay. I had ordered some ranches on the side, but I'm not sure if it was just an off day, but it was so salty, I ended up throwing it out. And i love ranch, so i was sad. But the oreo shake was thickkk and good. The staff was super chill and nice!

    Kids burger with fries and a vanilla shake.
    Yvonne V.

    What cool little burger bus! My family has been on a burger kick lately and so we popped in to try Lucky's. First of all, the food options are very straight forward but everything is amazing. I'm always impressed when there are meatless options, and tasty ones at that. Bonus points from my kids for the yummy shakes. Even the dipping sauces for the fries were excellent. The cashier was very warm and friendly advising us how to listen for our order on the bus. Lastly, the bus is what makes this place. Super clean and well appointed on the inside. Giving all the 50's vibes. LOVE

    Cookies & Cream milkshake
    Elizabeth E.

    I don't know why I waited so long to try Lucky's but now I don't want to wait for the next time I decide to crave a burger. Love the old school feel of a drive in! Customer service was exceptional and wait time (even with the parking lot full) was less than 5 mins. I ordered The Lucky with extra pickles (because I can lol) and a speciality shake (it was cookies and cream with a cute name). The Lucky is just what you expect beefy, soft but crisp bun and generous toppings. I don't think I could shove it in my mouth fast enough. So good! The shake was perfect thickness & one of the best I've ever consumed.

    Zabrina G.

    Very friendly staff. Didn't have to wait too long for our food. The fries look and taste great! Burgers good too. Not too big not too heavy, lettuce was a little wet but not a deal breaker or anything.

    Luck burger with jalapeño, fries, chili and fry sauce!
    Kristena R.

    Stopped in for a quick to-go order and was pleasantly surprised! Service was fast, and everything tasted fresh. I ordered the Lucky burger with jalapeños, a side of fries, and some chili. The burger was flavorful with just the right kick, and the fries were hot and crispy. The chili could've used a bit more salt, but that was an easy fix. Overall, a solid experience--can't wait to go back!

    such amazing weather to enjoy a ranch bacon burger, and there valentine's day special burger! so yummy
    Lilyana C.

    what perfect weather it was to stop at lucky's while in town :) service was fast and even tried there new valentine's day special burger YUM

    Double Lucky burger
    Lovelyn O.

    Cute, retro burger drive inn with two seating area - open, umbrella covered picnic tables to the right or a climate controlled bus. Service was quick and easy. The burgers were a little pricey and okay. We ordered the Lucky burger and Double Lucky burger. The buns were brioche style which is nice but were a little messy to eat. The burgers were loaded with plenty of pickles, shredded lettuce, chopped onion, and sauce. There was too much sauce on my burger for my taste and it made the bun soggy. The fries were very crispy and a little salty.

    Lucky Burger with Fries and Carmel Apple Shake
    Shea L.

    Just fantastic, the best (priced) burger, fry, and shake I've ever had the privilege to eat. Definitely my go to spot in Tacoma.

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    Allen F.

    Fun looking retro 50s place. Includes a old bus with booths to eat in! Unfortunately my burger was so salty I could barely eat it. Otherwise I had fun.

    mushroom and swiss burger
    Jon D.

    It was okay. I'm surprised a place like this doesn't make smash burgers. The patties were pale and blah. No sear, no flavor. I had the mushroom and swiss burger which was saved by the garlic aioli. I tried my kids' plain cheeseburger and was definitely underwhelmed. Still a cool location. Happy I tried it, but not returning.

    Shake of the month! (March 2024)
    Skye P.

    OOOOH yes. Local option with all the garbage food vibes my body needs sometimes. We're talking burgers made right with homemade pickles, milkshakes with local ingredients, fries done the right way with the little crispy edges, and a chili dog so heavy with chili it broke my friends fork. I was worried when my friends talked me into meeting at a drive in on a rainy day, but the bus outside of the burger shack is cozier than some restaurants I've been in!!!! Great break stop when you're not in the mood to deal with traffic, only 8 minutes off i5 it's a no brainer. Got options for everyone. OH and staff was sweet & fast too! Order and they call your name over the speaker (can hear it in and out of the bus)

    Emily V.

    I've been here multiple times and its good every single time! Everyone is so sweet here and the quality of food is amazing! The double lucky, bacon bbq, or bacon ranch is really good and the fries are AMAZING! The shakes are also amazing I always get the strawberry banana. The blackberry i believe is also delicious. The bus to sit in there is so cute and the aesthetic is so retro and its just nice. I look forward to coming again soon!

    Chili cheese dog and fries
    Rebecca B.

    Great experience. Beautiful approach. Fantastic service. Easy to read menu. Reasonable prices. Fries (5/5), perfect crispness, fluffy interior, good flavor. Lavender lemonade (5/5) if you like the lavender flavor, not overpowering, perfect balance of sweet sour and lavender. Double bacon BBQ Burger (5/5), juicy, meaty, a little bit of char, veggies feel fresh, BBQ sauce sweet/tangy and not overwhelming. Chili dog (1/5) simply not good or satisfying in any way, drenched and drowning in weird tasting chili without enough cheese or anything else to taste anything but bad chili. Didn't finish it and left a little hungry. Peanut butter jelly cookie (4/5) very good cookie just doesn't have that 5/5 wow factor. Jelly is not overpowering. Strong PB Flavor. All four house sauces on point (5/5) Overall an amazing experience. Loved the cute old school comforting vibe and atmosphere. The bus seating is so much fun. 5/5 experience, just wouldn't order the chili dog again. Will definitely be back in the future! If you take the chili dog out of the equation, easy 5/5. As Lucky's is a burger and dog place, we have to settle on a 4/5.

    My dear friend Clarrissa inside the cool dining area

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    Amazing shakes, food, service. The milkshake options are pretty unlimited the people and the food is always amazing

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    Fast, hot, and delicious .!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    The service was fast, the food was great, and the bus was an amazing spot to eat in. No complaints, so I'd definitely recommend eating here

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    Best burgers. Fries are good and not greasy. The customer service is 10 stars! Friendly and made a small wait for a sandwich right for us.

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    My husband and I always have a great experience here. We love the burgers and the fries are to die for!!

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    Good size burger, little pricey but not bad overall. Very quick. Order number announced by FM radio like back in the day.

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