Opening hours
Closed · opens 5:00 PM
| Monday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
Local time in Montecito: 2:59 PM (PST). Holiday hours may differ – call (805) 565-7540 to confirm.
Location & directions
1279 Coast Village RdMontecito, CA 93108
About Lucky's Montecito
Lucky's Montecito is a steakhouse located at 1279 Coast Village Rd in Montecito, California. It is one of 16 places to eat and drink we list in Montecito.
Lucky's Montecito is open 7 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Note that it closes between lunch and dinner service on 3 days of the week.
Guests can choose from 70 menu items across 10 sections, including Seafood Appetizers, Warm Appetizers, Salads, Plats Du Jour, and Steaks and Chops. Listed prices range from $14.00 to $125.00, with a typical item around $24.00. Menu highlights include Giant Shrimp Cocktail, French Onion Soup Gratinée with Cheeses, and Lucky's Salad.
Available service options are outdoor seating, delivery, takeout, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as cozy, historic, romantic, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. The place is family-friendly and LGBTQ+ friendly. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and comfort food.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free street parking and valet parking. Reservations are accepted; call (805) 565-7540 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Steakhouse · Steak House
- Address
- 1279 Coast Village Rd, Montecito, CA 93108
- Phone
- (805) 565-7540
- Price range
- $100 or above per person
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Menu
- 70 items · $14.00–$125.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 6 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for steakhouses and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Lucky's Montecito’s weekday schedule with 65 other steakhouses in California. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:30 AM) and closes at 8:30 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:30 PM).
In total it is open about 41 hours a week, 19 hours fewer than the local median of 60. 88% of steakhouses in California open on Sundays, and Lucky's Montecito is one of them.
Compared with 65 other steakhouses in California that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for steakhouses in California
Based on 13 menus with 696 priced items from steakhouses in California, the median menu item costs $15.00, and half of all items are priced between $9.50 and $21.00.
At Lucky's Montecito the median listed price is $24.00, higher than the typical $15.00 for steakhouses in California.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Filet Mignon | 46% | $43.13 |
| Side Salad | 23% | $4.99 |
| Caesar Salad | 23% | $18.95 |
Calculated from 13 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Hard liquor
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Valet parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Lucky's Montecito there are 18 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 30 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (7), Italian (4), Pizza (2), and Sandwiches & Delis (2).
Lucky's Montecito is the only steakhouse within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is Rare Society, 2.9 mi away.
3 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bars & PubsLion's Tale< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiSushi by Scratch Restaurants< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexLos Arroyos< 0.1 mi
- PizzaHonor Market< 0.1 mi
- AmericanJeannine's Restaurant & Bakery< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a steakhouse
Steakhouses run from classic white-tablecloth chophouses with dry-aged prime beef to casual family steak chains and Western-style roadhouses with peanuts on the floor. The steak is the star, and sides – creamed spinach, baked potatoes, mac and cheese – are often ordered separately and shared.
What to order
- Ribeye or New York strip – the most flavorful classics
- Filet mignon – the most tender cut
- Shared sides – creamed spinach, potatoes, mushrooms
- Shrimp cocktail or wedge salad – traditional starters
Good to know
- Medium-rare is the default recommendation for most cuts.
- Upscale steakhouses usually need a reservation on weekends.
- Happy hour at the bar often offers smaller plates at lower prices.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Lucky's Montecito's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Monday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Is Lucky's Montecito open on Sunday?
Yes, Lucky's Montecito is open on Sundays: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Where is Lucky's Montecito located?
Lucky's Montecito is located at 1279 Coast Village Rd, Montecito, CA 93108.
What is the phone number of Lucky's Montecito?
You can call Lucky's Montecito at (805) 565-7540.
Does Lucky's Montecito offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Lucky's Montecito offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, delivery, takeout, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Lucky's Montecito?
The typical price range at Lucky's Montecito is $100 or above per person. Menu prices range from $14.00 to $125.00.
Does Lucky's Montecito take reservations?
Yes, Lucky's Montecito accepts reservations.
Is Lucky's Montecito wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating.
Is Lucky's Montecito open late?
No, Lucky's Montecito usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Lucky's Montecito?
There are 30 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Lucky's Montecito. Nearby options include Lion's Tale (< 0.1 mi), Sushi by Scratch Restaurants (< 0.1 mi), and Los Arroyos (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other steakhouses near Lucky's Montecito?
None within a mile. The closest is Rare Society, 2.9 mi away.
How much do steakhouses in California cost?
Based on 13 menus with 696 priced items from steakhouses in California, the median menu item costs $15.00, and half of all items are priced between $9.50 and $21.00.
