Lucky Platter

Lucky Platter describes their food as “funkalicious post-Hippy eclectic world cuisine”. I would add the words schizophrenic and consistently delicious. Between the colander lamps, life sized robot sculpture and folksy art, just walking into Lucky Platter is an experience in itself. Sometimes, restaurants use excessive decoration to cover up mediocre food. Lucky Platter, however, has nothing to hide. I have never had a meal I didn’t thoroughly enjoy and there are so many diverse options that it would be foolish not to try something new every time. I don’t want go into detail about everything that I have ever eaten at Lucky Platter, so instead I have several recommendations. For breakfast you must order an Apricot Cheese Flakery, Cinnamon Glazed Bacon, Montana Hash, and you can’t go wrong with any of their omelets. For lunch and dinner, some of my favorite items have been the Tandoori Chicken Sandwich, the Greek Burger, and the Beef Stroganoff. Also, try the homemade cream soda or spiced chai and for a side you can’t go wrong with sweet potato fries. My only complaint about Lucky Platter is that the service can be a hit or miss. On one occasion, my friend waited 20 minutes for a bottle of ketchup. However, our waiter was dealing with cranky, old people, so his neglect was semi-understandable. Parking can be an issue, so get someone who can parallel park to drive or get off at the Evanston Main Street Metra or L stops. Don’t let the limited parking or occasionally slow service stop you from going for a meal that will be memorable and delicious.
Lucky Platter
514 Main St.
Evanston, IL 60202
847 869-4064