Lucky 8
Restaurants in Sarasota, Florida
4.8 (637)
| Category | Restaurants Β· Contemporary Louisiana restaurant, Creole restaurant, Takeout Restaurant |
|---|---|
| Address | 1812 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239 |
| Area | Sarasota, Florida |
| Phone | (941) 444-0155 |
| Google rating | 4.8 (637) |
Hours
| Monday | 11 AMβ10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AMβ10 PM |
About Lucky 8
Step into the heart of Louisiana at Lucky 8 in Sarasota, Florida. Located in charming Southside Village on S Osprey Avenue, our chef-driven scratch kitchen, led by acclaimed New Orleans native Chef Mark Majorie, serves authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine prepared fresh daily using local ingredients. Enjoy signature dishes like muffulettas, jambalaya, gumbo, fried chicken, po'boys, shrimp Γ©touffΓ©e, and homemade bread pudding. Perfect for casual dining, family meals, date nights, or gatherings. Pair your meal with our carefully curated natural wine and craft beer selection. Experience genuine southern hospitality and delicious comfort food at Lucky 8!
Lucky 8 is one of the restaurants listed in Sarasota, Florida. The business is registered at 1812 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Google also lists it under contemporary louisiana restaurant, creole restaurant, takeout restaurant, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.
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Hours are published for 2 days a week. On most of those days it is open 11 AMβ10 PM. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (941) 444-0155. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. Its website is lucky8srq.com, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.
On Google it holds a rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 637 reviews, which is a strong result for a restaurant in Sarasota and suggests consistent service.
Sarasota is in Florida, in the Southeast, where summers are long, hot and humid, winters are mild, and afternoon thunderstorms and the hurricane season from June to November can change plans at short notice. Getting around Sarasota is easiest by car; street parking is metered in busy downtown areas, and most suburban businesses have their own lot. Ride-share apps such as Uber and Lyft operate across Florida's larger cities, and public transit varies from extensive to minimal.
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Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
Mary Svadlenka 2 months ago
Great location, ambiance, staff, n fellow clientele. Went to try for happy hour. Mini smash burger was too heavy on salting meat, salt bomb, but otherwise would've been perfect. Mini mufaletta light on the meat n maybe the fuller size portion is more traditional. Outstanding were the boudin balls. So good n crispy n the flavor n the sauce...yum! Especially w one of their beers, so good. I did try the rose wine n it was good too. Def will be back. Alyssa, our server, was perfect!
jacob s 2 months ago
We had a great experience at Lucky 8. The pimento cheese appetizer is amazing; salty and the slightest bit sour. The shrimp poβboy had really crispy shrimp that tasted fresh and was seasoned perfectly. The chicken sandwich was slightly sweet while the fried chicken thigh came served on warm and hearty beans and rice. The gumbo was really deep and smoky and slightly bitter. The restaurant has a great vibe inside and it always seems to be busy. The staff were also friendly and attentive. I would definitely recommend you try Lucky 8 and I think it is deserving of its Michelin recognition.
Elizabeth Wong 6 months ago
Five of us had such a great meal at Lucky 8. The atmosphere was unique and Jaiden our server was on pointe and so pleasant. We had all the popular items on the menu. See photos and captions for the amazing foods. When we told the manager - Austin that all was great except the crawfish was not visible in the crawfish etoufee as it had disintegrated into the sauce, he immediately offered to take it off the bill. Since we already ate half of it, we did not want to make a big deal. Austin being an exceptional and personable manager, give us a dessert instead - best ever percan pie with icecream. Do give this restaurant a try and we will definitely be back.
Peter Bogacz 7 months ago
What a fun place and the food was great. The New Orleans vibe is wonderful here and it feels like a place that would fit right in the downtown of NOLA. The sandwiches were great with lots of flavor, the fries were typical of that area of the country, not crispy but good flavor and hearty.
Mikey 7 months ago
My first time here and it definitely won't be the last! The food, The vibe and the service will make or break a place, This hits all the marks! It's cozy but vibrant, We sat at the bar and Austin was great, He went over the menu with us, told us what was top sellers, we opted for the single smash burger, a shrimp po'boy, hand cut fries and topped it off with the most incredible bread pudding ever! The food was fresh, tasty cooked to perfection. I really loved the vibe of this place and of course the food! I cannot wait to go back and try other dishes
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lucky 8 located?
Lucky 8 is at 1812 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239, in Sarasota, Florida. Use the βOpen in Google Mapsβ button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is Lucky 8?
Lucky 8 is listed as a restaurant and is also tagged on Google as contemporary louisiana restaurant, creole restaurant, takeout restaurant.
What are the hours of Lucky 8?
Published hours are Monday: 11 AMβ10 PM; Tuesday: 11 AMβ10 PM. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.
What is the phone number of Lucky 8?
You can call Lucky 8 at (941) 444-0155.
How is Lucky 8 rated on Google?
Lucky 8 has a Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 637 reviews.
Does Lucky 8 have a website?
Yes, the website of Lucky 8 is lucky8srq.com (linked on this page).
Are there other restaurants near Lucky 8?
Yes. Sarasota also has Le Mans Kitchen, Florence & The Spice Boys, Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota β Peruvian Restaurant among others; see the full list of restaurants in Sarasota at the bottom of this page.
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