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Where Somali, African, and American Favorites Meet
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A TASTE OF TRADITION WITH EVERY DISH

Halal Flavors From Somalia To Your Table

We serve fresh, high-quality halal dishes in Saint Paul, from tender shawarma to fragrant rice, ready for dine-in, takeout, delivery, or catering.

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Our Menu

We serve authentic Somali and American cuisine for dine-in and takeout, and our catering team specializes in custom menus for events of any size.

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Sambusa

Crisp golden pastry folded around seasoned filling and fried fresh, our sambusa makes the perfect starter or quick handheld snack any time of day.

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A savory spiced lamb dish paired with rice and tomatoes. Perfect for gourmet dinners.

Bariis Iskukaris

Fragrant Somali rice layered with warm spices and tender meat, this dish brings home-style comfort to every plate we serve.

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Chicken Shawarma

Marinated chicken stacked, roasted, and carved to order, then wrapped or plated with fresh sides for a satisfying halal favorite.

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Mouthwatering tandoori chicken arranged on a sizzling platter, perfect for authentic Asian cuisine lovers.

Chicken Tikka

Pieces of chicken simmered in a rich blend of spices, delivering deep flavor that pairs well with rice or warm bread.

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Chicken Biryani

Aromatic layered rice cooked with spiced chicken and herbs, biryani is a filling multicuisine plate loved by regulars and first-timers alike.

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Philly Cheesesteak

Sliced steak piled high with melted cheese on a soft roll, our take on the American classic keeps things halal without losing an ounce of flavor.

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Somali Tea

Warm, spiced, and brewed the traditional way, a cup of Somali tea rounds out any meal and welcomes you to sit and stay a while.

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Why Choose Us

Authentic halal cooking

We prepare sambusa, bariis iskukaris, chicken shawarma, and chicken tikka with care and quality ingredients for every meal.

Catering for St Paul

Our restaurant offers catering services in the St Paul area, bringing our halal menu to your events and gatherings.

Local casual dining

Lucky Restaurant serves St Paul, MN with straightforward pricing and friendly service you can count on.

Areas We Serve

We serve halal cuisine across the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs from our St Paul base.

Saint Paul, MN

Lucky Restaurant's home in St Paul, serving sambusas, shawarma, and biryani to the local community.

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Minneapolis, MN

Chicken tikka and bariis iskukaris delivered fresh to Minneapolis area customers.

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Bloomington, MN

Bloomington diners can order our signature chicken biryani and sambusas from Lucky Restaurant.

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Edina, MN

We deliver halal chicken shawarma and traditional bariis iskukaris throughout Edina.

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Richfield, MN

Lucky Restaurant brings authentic sambusas and chicken tikka to Richfield families.

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Roseville, MN

Roseville customers enjoy our chicken biryani and fresh halal sambusas on demand.

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Maplewood, MN

Maplewood area residents can reach us for chicken shawarma and bariis iskukaris.

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Woodbury, MN

Lucky Restaurant serves Woodbury with halal chicken tikka, biryani, and sambusas.

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Ready to book your next event?

We serve St Paul, MN with halal, African, and American casual dining, plus full catering services. Reach out for a quote.

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Come Eat With Us

Call us at (651) 842-9963 or stop by 946 University Ave W in Saint Paul to order, dine in, or plan your next catered event.

Working with us

How it works

Browse the menu

Look over our menu and specials to find what you're in the mood for.

Place your order

Order online, call ahead, or stop by. We confirm the details with you.

We prepare it fresh

We make your order to order so it's ready when you are.

Enjoy

Pick it up, dine in, or have it delivered. Then come back soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Lucky Restaurant's hours of operation?

We're open 7 AM to 11 PM every day of the week, including Monday through Sunday. Our team is ready to serve you with sambusas, bariis iskukaris, chicken shawarma, and more throughout these hours.

Is Lucky Restaurant open on Sundays?

Yes, we're open on Sundays from 7 AM to 11 PM. Stop by Lucky Restaurant in St Paul on Sundays to enjoy our halal menu and catering services.

Do we offer dine-in, takeout, and delivery at Lucky Restaurant?

We offer dine-in and takeout service at Lucky Restaurant in St Paul, MN. For delivery and catering options serving the Saint Paul area, contact us to learn more about what we can provide for your needs.

What Somali dishes does Lucky Restaurant serve?

Our Somali restaurant menu features bariis iskukaris, a traditional rice dish. We serve this and other authentic Somali cuisine as part of our multicuisine offerings at Lucky Restaurant in St Paul.

Does Lucky Restaurant serve halal food?

Yes, Lucky Restaurant is a halal restaurant serving St Paul, MN. Our halal menu includes chicken shawarma, chicken tikka, chicken biryani, and other authentic halal dishes prepared to our high standards.

What American menu items does Lucky Restaurant offer?

We serve Philly Cheesesteak as part of our American restaurant offerings at Lucky Restaurant in St Paul. This item rounds out our multicuisine menu alongside our halal and Somali specialties.

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Ready to bring our flavors to your table?

Contact our team today to book a reservation, learn about our catering services, or discuss how we can serve your next event.