LUCKY YU

Cuisine

asian

Michelin

selected

Price

££

Website

https://www.luckyyu.co.uk/

Description

Follow the neon and you’ll soon find yourself in this buzzing little bistro serving a variety of Asian-inspired sharing plates. Grab a cocktail and take a seat in the window or perhaps up at the counter, then try hard not to order everything on the menu. From the fried chicken karaage to the signature ‘Dirty Rice’, this is unfussy food piled high with flavour. As difficult as it may be to stop ordering, try to save room for the playful apple pie gyozas to finish. The chatty and attentive service is the final piece of a very enjoyable picture.

Review score

4.5

Review count

80

Review summary

LUCKY YU offers Southeast Asian fusion small plates in Edinburgh. Food quality is polarized; while duck bao, prawn crackers, and gyozas are praised, some find the menu repetitive with fried meats lacking distinct flavors. Service is generally friendly and attentive to allergies, though strict seating slots and inconsistent meal pacing draw criticism. The atmosphere is trendy and compact. Value is debated; many feel portions are small for the price, especially after the cancellation of the happy hour menu. It suits adventurous diners comfortable with sharing small dishes, but those seeking traditional large portions or consistent pacing may be disappointed.

Best for

Suitable for diners willing to share small plates and adhere to strict timing.

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