Lucky's Cafe
📍 18 Emmerson St, Middlesbrough TS5 6JF, UK
About Lucky's Cafe
Lucky's Cafe, located at 18 Emmerson St in Middlesbrough, is a highly-regarded local eatery, boasting an impressive 4.9 out of 5 stars from its many satisfied customers. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and exceptional value, it's often described as a classic "no-frills greasy spoon" that consistently delivers "amazing food."
The cafe specialises in hearty, fresh meals, with its "cracking breakfast menus" and "belly buster meals" being particular highlights. Patrons frequently commend the quality and generous portions, often noting the flexible menu that allows for customisation. A beloved feature is the self-service, unlimited tea or coffee and toast, enhancing the casual and friendly dining experience. The team at Lucky's is consistently praised for their chatty, helpful nature and the warm, welcoming banter they provide.
Visiting Information
Lucky's Cafe is open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, remaining closed on Sundays. The cafe is committed to accessibility, offering a wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating. While specific payment options are not formally provided, previous visitors recommend bringing cash for convenience.
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📍 18 Emmerson St, Middlesbrough TS5 6JF, UK
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Showing 5 of 91 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 5 February 2026.
Always have a brilliant experience here. The owner has plenty of banter, warn and welcoming, the food is always spot on, and it's always priced brilliantly... Plenty of dishes to be had, ask, and he'll mix+match what ever you want together Highly recommend place. - As an added bonus, The cafe does tons to help the vulnerable, elderly and homeless... He's planning on feeding 100 elderly for free on Christmas day
The food is amazing, all fresh. Grab your own cuppa. Nick the owner is a very chatty and helpful fella. I ordered a breakfast, absolutely starving so took the recommendation for a medium breakfast. Everything on it, mushroom, hash browns, sausages, bacon, beans tomatoes, eggs, fried bread. It was immense. I didn't finish it. there is every size breakfast you can think of. So next time I'm ordering something smaller. Very down to earth place. Very welcoming. Free parking just a few yards away.
It was our first visit saturday and It is what it is a no frills greasy spoon cafe. but the food is amazing Help your self to unlimited tea or coffee and toast ,cracking breakfast menus. Some real belly buster meals 😋. Deffo a return visit take cash with you
If you like down to earth,affordable wholesome food with gritty street 'ambience' then your Lucky - this is the place!, owner Nick may look like a rogue but has a heart of gold, keeps you entertained with his humour,wit & mistrust on most areas of 'establishment' even credit cards so it's cash or bank transfer only! Bill was £8 but paid £15 as a tip for all the belly laughs. Gave 5 stars cos couldn't give 6.....
Great food, great service, portion sizes are HUGE he certainly looks after his customers and goes above and beyond to make sure his customers enjoy there time. I will continue to keep going each weekend for my breakfast. by far the best cafe around Middlesbrough!