It’s nothing short of a stroke of luck to be able to satisfy two strong cravings at once. Lucky Burger’s name makes it clear that it dishes up burgers, and it’s retro root-beer-barrel design offers a hint that these are old-fashioned versions (read: griddle-fried with buttered buns). But who knew that this modest place is a one-stop shop for burgers and Chinese food? This fusion of flavors is most welcome in its Montrose neighborhood, where these diverse delicacies can be delivered to your doorstep. Couples in a quandary over whether to nosh on jalapeño cheeseburgers or pork fried rice may have them both — with tater tots and egg rolls on the side, thank you very much. You can even belly up for a root beer float and any number of shakes and malts. All that’s missing is the cookie, but you will have already found your food fortune.
This article appears in Sep 20-26, 2001.