Lucky’s Burgers & Hotdog Grill

Good burgers. Kids like the waffle fries. They offered to make my son a burger that was not seasoned with wine. Good spot to go before a movie.

Food was yummy, service great, decent price for a grilled burger, fries just right. Would definately go back.

So I bought a Groupon to try this place out. It is kinda like a portillos is not fast food but it’s not fill on sit down restaurant. It’s a small business, the owner takes your order and cooks your meal. I ordered the Chicago sandwich the beef was super juicy but not too much so that the bread is overly soaked. I enjoyed it. My mom ordered the Sonoran dog, it was different from what I’m used to seeing in tucson but she loved it. Sweet potato fries were ok. Salted caramel milkshake was yummy. They have a condiments bar to choose toppings for your burger, dog or sandwich which is pretty cool. I will definitely be back to try out other items. Got my eye on the western burger. The décor is retro which is neat, I liked the ambience.

All I can say is oh boy! Please stop in and have an out of this world tasting Chili Dog! I am so glad I found this joint.

Last night was my second visit. The first time we went, a month or 2 ago, we were on our way to the movies and needed a quick bite to eat. At that time we thought the burgers and waffle fries were pretty awesome. The man behind the counter couldn’t stop talking about the high quality of their food. Last night we brought my husband. While the burgers were about the same the fries seemed to have been from a frozen bag, terrible! Not to mention I only got a handful of them. I tried the hot dog which was okay. No sure if place has changed hands but was pretty disappointed. Nice staff and all, but definitely not the same. Not sure I would return.

Ok to start off the staff is very friendly and the service is quick. I ordered the Chicago hotdog but it was far from what I was expecting, this hotdog reminded me of something that you could get at Costco for a dollar 50. It wasn’t bad by any means but in the neighborhood of six dollars just for the hotdog, I was expecting Vienna or something similar. The hotdog was boiled then grilled, the sesame seed bun however was not warm it was room temperature. It was almost 20 dollars for two hotdogs two drinks and one order of fries. This was my first time here but apparently the business is under new ownership and by a very friendly owner who said his name was Juan. They no longer have plain waffle fries which my friends raved about.
I understand getting into the flow of owning a new business can be difficult. Given the fact that this place is new I might give it another shot, however it will be some time before I return again.

**update**
Second time here to give it a second chance and brought my son who loves Chicago style hot dogs. Clean place, fast and friendly service. Was super bummed since the one thing I really enjoyed last time was the plain waffle fries that they no longer have. The owner was cool and said they have seasoned waffle fries which I told him I am not a fan of and he made me a couple to taste — nice but I still don’t like em. Also apparently in the last week he became the new owner thus the change. My son says his Chicago dog was not bad but he can get the same at Costco for cheaper since it wasn’t a true Chicago dog. Fun if you live in the area but probably won’t be back.

The location, super cute. Nice staff, very personable. The food… that’s the issue. First, I will say I’d try it again — they’re new and still need to find their groove. I got the Phoenix hot dog. The hot dog was good, toppings were good, the bread left much to be desired. I felt it was dense and dry. They have a toppings bar that’s got good variety. I really liked that touch. The waffle fries were WONDERFUL. I would say I’d go back again just for the fries. They were salted to perfection, hot and absolutely delicious. My friend and I can say that was our favorite part of the meal. My friend got the wine burger and we weren’t fans. It had a tang to it that we weren’t expecting and same issue with the bun. Long story short, give it a try — stick to hot dogs and definitely get the waffle fries.

Staff is very friendly but didn’t quite see what made this place so great. The bread fell apart which made s huge mess
Not worth to spend 10.00 for a burger. I was expecting a melt in your mouth flavors and not a crumble in your mouth and fall apart. The Sonoran dog was ok not the best but good. The waffle fries were good
They do have a selection in the bar and you can add whatever you want I just personally wasn’t a fan and don’t think I will come back. The wine was a little overwhelming and didn’t make the burger taste that great again this is just my experience and if you like that over powering wine taste than you might like the burger.

I had the Chili cheese dog and garlic fries. Lots of food and really great taste! Atmosphere is perfect for hot dogs & burgers. I’ll have the wine marinated burger next time. Oh, did I mention the staff? This is a family owned spot with family at the counter. Friendly, helpful and truly appreciative of their patrons. I like that!

Had a great and tasty first time at Luckys. Must try’s are the Sonoran Dog and Phoenix Dog.

This is a cool local burger and dog joint with a retro theme.
I got the bacon wrapped polish dog. It was terrific!
The waffle fries were very good, but the lady at the counter suggested dipping them in the pickle sauce (???) — DO IT! Wow! Who’dathunk it? Really good.
The complementary condiment bar includes watermelon — what?
Can’t wait to go back — actually, might just go tonight!

Lucky’s Burger & Hotdog Grill is amazing. Their menu consists of all natural ingredients, house made sirloin hot dogs, and possibly the best burger I have ever had. The burgers and dogs are served on house made buns, and from potato and tapioca flour. No bleached flour here. If you’re looking for a healthy hearty meal, that also manages to capture the feel of a roadside diner, Lucky’s is your place.

Super good! Everything from the service to the fried pickles were amazing.
Pros
1. They use local, grass-​fed beef from Cave Creek, AZ
2. Amazing customer service: knowledgable, friendly, and caring.
3. Fried pickles — try them and you’ll see what I’m talking about
4. Help yourself topping bar with everything from homemade coleslaw to pickle sauce
5. Gluten free
Cons
1. That I don’t live closer to Lucky’s

I first noticed them a couple of months ago when we were going the movie theatre next door, but ignored them because typically, there’s nothing in a Burger & Hot Dog joint for a vegan. But after checking their website and the Unilocal reviews, I discovered that they have veggie options, so I decided to give them a try. (My review is based solely on the veggie options.)
VEGAN BURGER:
It’s actually one of the first things I saw when entering this establishment. They proudly featured «Vegan Burgers» on their display board. The owner explained that the burger patty is homemade and gluten-​free. They also offer gluten-​free buns (which I did not try).
The burger was fresh and tasty. I’m not great in the kitchen, so unlike some, I can’t pinpoint specific ingredients, but I think I saw rice and grains… maybe some quinoa? Totally guessing. But it’s a great, healthy, soy-​free and vegan option, which you get to decorate with a variety of options from their toppings bar.
HOT DOGS:
They do not offer a vegan hot dog at this time, but they do have a soy-​based vegetarian hot dog. When I initially asked about the hot dog the woman was honest, yet evasive, about why it wasn’t vegan. I asked if it contains dairy, to which she replied yes, but the vagueness was killing me. I’m a local ambassador for a vegan website, so I needed a little more information. ½ way through my veggie burger I asked her again. She brought over the packaging so that I could see the ingredients. Allergens were soy, wheat, and eggs (no dairy). I think she was trying to keep the brand a secret. I don’t care about that; I only care about the ingredients. I was grateful that she gave me the courtesy of showing me the ingredients on the package, which immediately gave me peace of mind. I didn’t want to share mis-​information.
FRENCH FRIES:
1^st — The way Bubba, from Forest Gump, was a shrimp aficionado, is how I am with potatoes. So when I glazed upon their various options, though not extensive, I was still joyous. And they allow you to split the flavors. So if you’d like to try the Cajun fries and the Garlic, you can do ½ and ½. Sweet! This is exactly what I did.
The Cajun seasoning definitely had some kick, but wasn’t too spicy. The Garlic seasoning was very flavorful and perfectly seasoned. The waffle fries were fresh and crisp. Honestly, I could come here just for the fries and be completely satisfied.
The prices are completely reasonable, in my opinion.
I watched the owner as she greeted familiar faces when they ordered, and later walked around to each table asking how the food was for everyone. She obviously enjoys and takes pride in her business, which is a lovely thing to witness.
I will continue to support this small business. I do, however, hope that a vegan hot dog option is offered in the future. There are so many awesome vegan hot dog options right across the street at Whole Foods. Pick up a pack, grill it, bun it, and sell it. Save me the trouble of cooking or grilling; I’ll buy it!

I’ve sat on this review for five days because I wanted to be very careful that it was honest and accurate. I absolutely loved the service, staff and owner (5-​star) however felt their hot dogs were only slightly above average (3±star). I went with two elderly friends because they were both having a hot-​dog-​craving; we each had a different dog (Chili Cheese Dog, Chicago Dog & a special request Dog). We also split a very large order of fries. None of us tried their hamburgers. We all had their excellent Coleslaw (self-​serve, all that you want).
When I first walked in I saw their large assortment of condiments (that you can put on yourself) and it reminded me of the Hot Dog Stop which used to be located a couple miles south of here, but it closed unexpectedly several months ago. This couple (owners) used to be associated with the Hot Dog Stop and opened Lucky’s shortly afterward, which explains the similarities.
All their staff and the owner (that I met) were wonderful. They went above and beyond helping me with my 80 – 90 year old friends (with walker’s etc.).
My 3±star hot dog rating has to come with a self-​admission, and one that could possibly disqualify me from an unbiased judgment of hot dogs, but I grew up in Detroit (as did one of my elderly friends) and we can’t help but compare hot dogs to what we grew up eating, which is probably unfair. These were Detroit Coney Island hot dogs (i.e., from Lafayette and American Coney Island’s — owned by two Greek brothers 100 years ago and located adjacent to each other in downtown Detroit). I believe that others base their opinions (and standards) on what they had as they grew up (i.e., New York and Chicago).
Conclusion — I loved the staff, liked the food, and this place deserves more customers than were in there while we were there. I hope they do well and I will go back. My heart would «love» to give them a 5-​star rating but in all honesty I felt their hot dog’s deserved only 3±star. Therefore I’m going with the skew and giving them a 4-​star.

Finally came by to check out the action here and was not disappointed. Located near the movie theater with a great tasting selection of Hot Dogs, Burgers, Chicken Strips, homemade Veggie burgers and several yummy Sides and Appetizers. They even have Dessert.
Ordered the Chicago Dog with everything and a Chili Dog with Cheese. Could not resist getting some Cajun Waffle Fries to satisfy my boyish appetite. They have a killer toppings bar that comes complimentary with every meal. There must have been a couple of dozen or so freshly chopped or created extras that go great on your entrée or on the side like yours truly. They also have large selection of sauces including a homemade Pickle Sauce. So good!
Everything was delicious and served with a big smile. The owners are very nice and are good at explaining all the different items that they have to offer. I was very pleased to find out how much love they put into creating a fun atmosphere as well as having some nice healthy eating options. They even have Gluten Free choices.
Looking forward to coming back for one of their Red Wine Burgers with some tasty Apple Smoked Bacon. I had the chance to sample a couple of pieces of them bad boys and it was simply delightful.
This is a cool and fun place to bring the family and kids. It is not super cheap and a little on the high side compared to some of the larger restaurants chains. Then again you have to remember the giant toppings bar that is FREE and that you are not charged an extra fee per topping like some places. So make sure to take advantage of it. DOING MY HAPPY DANCE!
4.25 STARS

Close to Harkins movies at scottsdale and mayo, it’s not easily visible from the street, but once you taste it your tastebuds won’t soon forget.
I love the nostalgic interior and it’s clean and inviting. It can get expensive which others have commented on. However you are getting a top notch experience with fresh ingredients and commercial worthy looking food. From locally sourced and healthy ingredients comes one of the best burgers I have ever had. Marinated for 24 hours in red wine, it’s juicy without being greasy or dripping and holds together perfectly on the bun with exceptional flavor. The Cajun waffle fries are my favorite side.
Hubby liked the Chicago dog which is gluten, nitrate and msg free.
We have been here twice and the quality and taste shines thru.
Worthy of more then a passing glance and certainly calorie worthy.

The restaurant has great ideas and theme and also a tribute to Wallace and Ladmo for the old Phoenicians.
Their theme is a nostalgic café sort of look
Lucky s offers a Burger/​Hot Dog bar to add toppings for what you prefer
Shared the ¼ Pound Wine Burger, Sonoran Polish Dog and Deep Fried Mushrooms.
The Wine Burger has a very good taste. The beef patty is on the small size and I added bacon. The bun seems like a normal bun you would buy at a grocery store. It could do much better with a pretzel bun.
The Sonoran Bacon Wrapped Polish Dog is very good but again the bun is nothing to write home about. If they put the bacon wrapped polish dog either in a pita like Short Leash Dogs or a Mexican Sonoran Dog Bun it would be amazing.
The deep fried mushrooms were very good and one of the better prepared mushrooms I have had in a while.
The people are very friendly and interested in listening to your feedback.
The owner said they use to be located at the Scottsdale Promenade and moved to the current location less than 2 months ago.
With a few changes mainly to the bread they can be a memorable place to eat rather than a quick bite before the movies.
Will try again and be back.

My wife had a grilled hot dog and sweet potato fries while I had a Chicago Hot Dog, waffle fries and a soda all for $ 21.91.
The food was good, but I was shocked by the cost of our lunch. I guess those prices might stick when the captive movie going crowd is looking for a quick bite before the movie but this local knows where there’s a better bang for the buck at some other eateries in the area.