i expected that this would be a busy brunch place, and unfortunately there was a little hiccup in communication from the main hostess that led us to being sat much later than expected, but the service was still pretty spectacular. i never caught her name but she's very kind and gracious! i've observed that her and all the staff say hello and goodbye to all the guests coming and going and those who are waiting outside, and the overall vibe was pretty light. she also threw in 4 free sugared donut holes for the inconvenience, which i really appreciated. the chicken in my burrito was a little on the dry side but overall super filling. next time i will get the chilaquiles :) read more

Lucho's - chicken pibil Breakfast Burrito, Chilaquiles Brunch cochinta pibil - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Say hello to Lucho and Kelly for me! These owners work hard to deliver the best food in the area. Dine in or door dash, the food is great either way. Always happy to see this place busy read more

Lucho's - Breakfast Burrito w/ pibil - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Love their pozole!!! They don't have it every day, so that's that... BUT, it is VERY good. It's pretty cute location too, with some outdoor seating and very conveniently located next to a M-line stop for muni. Very small, local business but with great service and food quality. read more

Overall, a good place! I ordered a breakfast burrito and didn't realize you could add veggies. Since everything inside seemed a bit mushy, I added diced onions for texture, which made a nice difference. The burrito tasted great, especially with the orange sauce. However, the hot chocolate was very diluted and could be improved. Still, a solid spot for breakfast! read more

Lucho's - Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

As much as I love going out to dinner, whether it be with friends, family, the gf, or solo, it's not quite as sweet (somewhat literally) as getting brunch. I mean, it's simply the best meal of the day - the blending of breakfast and lunch, sweet and savory, in guilty yet entirely acceptable ways. The only problem? The vast majority of people out there are also fans. So much so that waiting for a table is essentially part of the experience at nearly every good brunch spot in the Bay Area. However, even though they're not exempt from drawing a crowd, just about everything else involved with coming to Lucho's is about as pain free as you can get! While a lot of what Lucho's does is terrific, it's even more impressive when you consider how small this place is. Somehow, they manage to fit four workers in the tiniest of kitchens and about eight tables inside, though they have just as many (if not more) set up outside on the sidewalk and their parklet. What's more, they put out a bunch of interesting Mexican-American dishes across both their weekday and weekend brunch menus, ranging from staples like French toast, two eggs & bacon, and burgers to chilaquiles, pineapple upside down pancakes, and benedicts with a variety of unique proteins, like beef birria and cochinita pibil. Plus, their chalkboard inside updates regularly with whatever specials they have to offer on that given day. -- CHILAQUILES - House Made Corn Tortilla Chips tossed in Eggs, House Tomato Sauce, House Habanero Salsa, and Cheddar Cheese topped with an Egg over Medium and Cotija Cheese...$9.25 (Half Order) This is definitely one of the more impressive chilaquiles I've had so far. The chips still had a bit of crunch, and it came topped with a good amount of eggs and cheese, but the mixture of the sauce and the kick from the salsa is what really sets this dish apart. -- BREAKFAST SANDWICH - Egg, Cheese, and Tomatoes...$9.25 Not that I'm complaining, but I didn't expect this to be so filling! The sausage (+$4.75) was meaty and delicious, the eggs, cheese, and tomatoes blended together really well, and I loved the ciabatta bread that they used. -- BEEF BIRRIA BENEDICT with Two Eggs, English Muffin, Hollandaise Topped with Cilantro and Onions...$21.75 Nowhere else have I seen a Birria Benedict offered, so trying this was almost a must! The beef is tender and super flavorful while the eggs were poached perfectly. The hollandaise was a little rich, but otherwise, this was awesome! -- QUESABIRRIA TACO - Six Inch Tortilla with Beef Birria, Jack Cheese, Onions, Cilantro, and Consume...$8 I got this to share with my friend based on ho good the benedict was and it didn't disappoint. While I do wish the tortilla had been a bit crispier, the filling was terrific (so meaty and cheesy) and tasted even better with the consume. -- SPICY FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH - Spicy Fried Chicken, Avocado, Habanero Aioli, Lettuce, and Tomato on a Seeded Brioche Bun...$16.75 Not quite what I had in mind, but still not bad. The chicken has a nice bit of spice to it and I liked how moist it was, but the batter looked really dark (old oil?) and the bun was a touch on the dry side. The fries were great, though. As far as service goes, all of the workers I've interacted with have been super friendly and nice. The servers that float around do a good job of checking on tables and clearing plates while the workers at the register (you order before sitting) do a good job of answering question or explaining dishes (the server made a point of telling my friend that the Mexican coffee is sweet, in case it affected her decision). What's more, aside from the typical wait on weekends (lines move quick), I love how convenient everything is about coming here - it's easy to get to (right off 19th Ave) and parking is a breeze (there's a wealth of both metered and non-metered spaces nearby). All together, even though Lucho's isn't the best brunch spot I've tried in SF, it's definitely one of my new go-to favorites! FOUR AND A HALF STARS for the food alone, but rounded up for everything else. read more

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The restaraunt is small but it's a cozy little diner and we were seated quickly. All the staff are super friendly and helpful. Lots of genuine smiles. I can't imagine being disappointed with anything on the menu. The peach pancake special was like a dessert. So good! read more

Came by Sunday morning and was able to get easy and free parking along Ocean Ave. There was no line when we arrived (around 10:30 AM) and we were able to grab the last indoor table, but a line quickly formed behind us and there was a crowd waiting outside after. The service was great, they seat you and you order at the counter, they still checked on us throughout even though they were quite busy. We got Mexican coffee, a half order of chilaquiles, and a sausage breakfast burrito. We really enjoyed everything! We got the Mexican coffee with cream and we didn't find it too sweet. The chilaquiles were still crispy and went great with the orange hot sauce on the table. The burrito was hefty and filling. Would definitely come again to try some of their sweet breakfast items when we're in the area! read more

Lucho's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Super cute brunch spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was busy, but the service was still friendly and unrushed. I had the cochinita pibil omelette - which sounded strange until I tried it. The cheese takes it to a new level. Hibiscus Aqua Fresca hit the spot on this warm day. So much more fun than the usual brunch! Really great experience! read more

Lucho's - Potatoes, salsa, cochinita pibil omelette and a hibiscus aqua fresca - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food: 3/5 Service: 3/5 Ambiance: 3/5 Overall: Meal was pretty standard fare The extended review... Food: Pineapple Upside Down Pancake - 3/5 - I liked what they incorporated but the base was standard fare. French Toast - 3/5 - it wasn't quite as fluffy as I would have liked it to be. Pretty standard fare. Service: 3/5 - Standard fare Ambiance: 3/5 - There's some indoor seating but limited. There is outdoor seating! read more

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I love that you can half or full size of the chilaquiles! It was the perfect amount for me. There was salsa and sauces on the table that I added for a little extra spice! The pancake was sooooo good! Also love that you can get it as a side. It comes with one and it was perfect portion for me. Chunks of pineapple, butter, syrup, powdered sugar-- sounds like a lot of sugar and sweetness but it honestly wasn't overwhelming. The food came out pretty fast too! read more

Lucho's - Side pineapple upside down pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute, homie place, nice neighborhood.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was tasty, service was quick! Owner and staff are very sweet and kind! Would come back again! read more

The pineapple pancake was delicious. Im glad i only ordered one because it is huge and after eating half my sweet tooth was satisfied.,The cashier is very attentive and even the server was really nice and happy. I love the outdoor sitting. The restaurant was light airy and peaceful. I enjoyed the the experience and will be back soon. read more

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Ordered breakfast burritos n mexican coffee. Amazing!!! Came here on a whim while waiting for a wedding to begin across the street. This place is an absolute gem. Locals are blessed and should continue to support their business. read more

I've been to this place a few times now, and I always make sure to get the chilaquiles because they're really good. I also tried the hibiscus tea--nothing special, but I didn't dislike it. My boyfriend has had the eggs Benedict and really enjoys it. The place gets busy, and the ordering process might be a little confusing for first-timers since you order first and then grab a table. It's a small spot, so be prepared to sit close to others. Everything else is self-service, which I don't mind at all. Overall, it's a great breakfast/brunch spot, and we'll definitely be back! read more

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I got the Chile Relleno for $12.75 First time having Chile Relleno at Lucho's! It has scramble eggs, cheese, Pasilla pepper, cabbage slaw, radish, cotija cheese, black bean, sour cream, and nacho chips. This tasted super healthy and clean, it didn't feel heavy at all. The pepper was a bit spicy, I ate most of it but it got too spicy towards the end. Definitely going to order this again next time. read more

Friendly service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cozy diner setting with additional sidewalk seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking is usually pretty easy along this stretch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Decided to try a new place for breakfast today and was very disappointed with the food , I ordered posole and my grandma ordered chiliqualies and it did not live up to its expectations . The posole is forsure canned posole and the chiliqualies was so hot my grandmother didn't even eat it . Highly disappointed read more

This is the kind of neighborhood breakfast/lunch spot that would have never gotten on my radar, that is, until I mistakenly took the M-MUNI line and got off at Ocean one brisk morning. This place was bustling with regulars, so I thought I should take advantage of an empty high-top table. The menu appeared traditionally American with Yucatecan touches. While I like chilaquiles and chile rellenos as much as the next Mexicanophile, I was drawn to a comparatively healthy dish, the $18.50 Linda. It was an egg white scramble with mushrooms, spinach, zucchini, and avocado slices. There were sides of pico de gallo and Lucho sauce made of habaneros, tomato, and onion. Corn tortillas were provided to make mini-breakfast tacos (photo: https://yelp.to/Za1L4GgHfv). It was pretty tasty and not too heavy. I had a refreshing $5.50 Arnold Palmer just for kicks (photo: https://yelp.to/Knwjcqcrjc). A nice place in Lakeside, friendly and pretty fast, too. FOOD - 4 stars...an egg white scramble with nice flavors AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...a bit packed but enough space to eat comfortably SERVICE - 4 stars...friendly, proactive TOTAL - 4 stars...nice breakfast with a light Mexican accent RELATED - Exploring the Sunset? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2EI8eIJ read more

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Lucho's is delicious and so cute. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside was a little cramped but they also have outdoor seating which is super nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everyone was also very friendly. Can't wait to go back! read more

I know Mr.Lucho doesn't need anymore positive press. But I'm typing this to let everyone know what is going on here. This is not a "brunch spot". Mr Lucho is inviting you into his little small place to give you a chance to taste magic! Every part of every dish from the beans to the table hot sauce is a 10 out of 10. The service and the staff there 11/10. If this place doesn't get a Michelin recommendation or a bib gourmand in the next 5 years that should be a literal crime punishable by eating McDonald's breakfast. Get in your car,bus,muni, uber and come here now! read more

Lucho's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Grabbed chilaquiles and I will say disappointed is an understatement. Paid extra for bacon and it's like they were rationing! Full order came with ONE egg for a mountain of chips. Does the half order come with half an egg?! Should minimum be two eggs for a full order. Flavor was pretty good but after the egg was gone I might as well just order chips aonce that's what was left. No beans, MINIMAL queso fresco. Would not recommend. Owner was also all over the place. Seating was quick and food came out timely. read more

Chilaquiles FTW. We had a great time at Luchos. We came early on a Sunday and we beat the crowd. We ordered 3 items - Full order of the Chilaquiles with Cochinita Pibil - Can't go wrong with this. It seems like it is everybody's favorite as there is at least 1 in every table. The pork was super tender and full of flavor. I loved it so much that I am already planning on coming back to order this. Lol Beef empanada - I wanted to get a side order to go with the chilaquiles. The empanada had a thick shell and ground beef filling. Tostada with Chicken Pibil - The chicken was a little dry TBH, but it was flavorful and loaded with greens. Cantaloupe Agua Fresca - sweet and very cantaloupe-y. I wish they'd have a bigger glass because I really liked it. Food came out fast. Service was a bit rushed by this one guy who asked us (and the guy seated next to us) if we wanted a box for the food when we were clearly still eating and not even halfway through. Lots of metered street parking but free on Sundays. read more

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Awesome food, friendly staff! My eight year old had one giant pancake and I had the Lucho omelette. It was pretty busy when we got there but they seated us as soon as they could, and everyone seemed happy to be there. Would recommend! read more

My girlfriend and I visited this brunch spot for the first time after a soccer game by Beach Chalet and I was starving. My girlfriend found this spot on Yelp since it had a good number of reviews so we came. We were greeted by a kind worker and seated immediately inside. The place is very tight and it became full very quickly once we started looking at the menu. The ambience is great, very sociable and there was a couple next to us who sounded like regulars because one of them said that there chilaquiles were "bomb af", so we ordered chilaquiles right there Anyways, you have to get up and order your food and pay at the counter before you get your food where the chef is and he was super friendly, and then wait in your seat to be served by the waiter/waitress. I ordered the breakfast burrito with sausage and it was heavenly. The juiciness, flavor, everything in it was seasoned so well, it was just mouthwatering. Then the chilaquiles, my girlfriend said it was one of the best chilaquiles and she wasn't wrong. The tortilla chips weren't soggy, they were actually crispy even with all the add ons on top. There was a lot of flavor all over, but one thing it did lack was spice. However, the salsa made up for it, and overall was an amazing dish. I would come back to this establishment 100% and I recommend it to anyone looking for a spot for brunch around that neighborhood. I left heavily satisfied and with a full stomach. read more

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Excellent food. I ordered to go and it took longer than I anticipated. The burrito is the best and I'm going back to order other food on the menu read more

I am so glad we found this place on a whim! Food was delicious! We ordered chilaquiles and a chorizo breakfast burrito, the cooks here have sazón. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was great, and ambiance was delightful for how small it was.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Truly impressive considering the tiny kitchen they were working out of.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Truly love me hard working Latino cooks! read more

I've passed this place so many times never thought to try it until today. It was sooooo good, reminds me of my mom's cooking. Tastes similar to Tinga (chicken tostadas) or Cochinita pibil. Would definitely come back, everyone is so nice. All smiles, the place is small but cozy. read more

Lucho's - Taco salad with chicken - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a really great spot. The food is great, with a good selection of options, and the service is first rate. We've been back a few times and I highly recommend it! read more

The service is excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is a cute little spot that you can go to get a nice breakfast and or lunch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I've been there a few times and I have had the pozole, chilaquiles, and the enchiladas. The enchiladas were my favorite. However, their food is very oily. A lot of the meats that they use are cooked and marinated in delicious homemade sauces but, they can be overwhelmingly oily. Same goes for the pozole sauce. If you can stomach oily foods, then this shouldn't be an issue! Other than that, the food is good!! The dishes are intentionally crafted and you can definitely feel it when you take the first bite! read more

AMAZING customer service and GREAT food! My sisters and I decided to check this place out for brunch and were so impressed. The restaurant itself is quaint, with only a couple of tables, but we were able to snag a table! You order and then get seated. My sisters and I shared: chilaquiles, pineapple upside-down pancakes, and their fried chicken benedict. Everything was a HIT. We were so impressed by everything we had. I would definitely come here again for their pancakes. We even met Lucho himself and he was so friendly and awesome! It's not everyday you can meet the owner of the restaurant! And he was so welcoming so that's a plus! So so impressed. read more

Lucho's - Chilaquiles (top left), Spicy Fried Chicken Benedict (bottom left), Pineapple Upside Down pancakes (top right), Lucho Omelet (bottom right) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

I tried Lucho's for the first time for a weekday lunch with a friend. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We had to wait a bit, and then ended up sitting outside in the parklet on a beautiful warm day.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We both had the tacos and they were delicious and filling. Service was fast and friendly. This is a neighborhood gem! The menu is super extensive so we actually had a hard time deciding what to get, so many yummy options! Will definitely return. read more

Great food! This is a menu I could personally see myself eventually completing. It's a little pricey for the portion size, but the quality makes up for that. The staff could calm down a little with the "make sure you take any two-top table..." They said this to me and my friend three or four times while we were ordering - yes, were adults and understand we should not take a table for four when there are two of us. Otherwise, all good here. read more

Stumbled upon this neighborhood restaurant and what a pleasant surprise. Top notch service, generous portions, and absolutely delicious food. Massive burrito and flavor packed tacos, packed with flavor and fresh ingredients. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Perfect for a casual lunch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Lucho's - Cochinita lunch burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Tldr: cozy spot, friendly staff, yummy breakfast burrito Only open breakfast / lunch, you can see the staff spending down time talking with customers, very welcoming fun space! Parking is wonderful in the area. Good for one on ones! Will definitely come back for sit down !! Got the breakfast burrito with beef birra! It was hefty! read more

This place has become my family's favorite. From the time we get there to the time we're done eating they treat us like special guests. The food is amazing and cost is reasonable. I definitely recommend this place! read more

Lucho's - Chilaquiles rojos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Love Lucho's !! Great menu selections. Wonderful staff. There is indoor and outdoor seating. I've done both. It really doesn't matter. Very busy on weekends. Therefore we just go on week days. read more

Yummy yummy place for breakfast brunch or lunch. We had a huge group and the inside space is vey small. I warned my group that it might be too small for us but the menu looked so good they wanted to try it anyway. I called ahead and they let us have the parklet for our group of 15, so it worked out great. The parklet kept our kids corralled and they had coloring books and crayons to borrow during the meal. Everyone really enjoyed their food! My son ate the entire single pancake, which was so thick and fluffy. Friends got a single pineapple pancake that I got to sample, also very good! I had a half order chilaquiles with birria and it was delicious, the spice was mild and perfect for me. Hubby had the chicken sandwich which he really liked. All in all, it's a tiny but mighty cafe. Service was awesome. Oh and Mexican coffee was yum and sweet! read more

Great service with outdoor seatings. Got there around 12:30 on a Sunday. We want outdoor seating since we have a dog. Line wasn't too long. Once we have seating, we ordered at the counter. They have special menu on the wall inside so definitely check it out before finalizing your order. Nice place for a quick brunch. Food was delicious. read more

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Come for: Mexican coffee, chilaquiles, homey environment with great staff. Indoor and outdoor dining. Lucho's is a rarity in San Francisco - accessible brunch! Hidden away in the quieter side of the city, don't mistake that for boring. The chilaquiles here are my favorite thing. Usually I add sour cream and protein (chorizo is great, but sometimes they have specials like birria) to add another depth of flavor. The chips are flavorful and still have a little crunch to them. Add in some of their famous hot sauce and salsa verde to kick it up to another level! The portions here are massive and a half order should be sufficient for most people. The lucho's omelette and chili relleno are also very good. Try their cochinita pibil in some way too (can also be your protein in chilaquiles). The mexican coffee is a nice treat. Mixed with plenty of spices and a bit of orange zest, it's a really nice pairing with any brunch entree. Parking is pretty easy - 2 hr free parking on the side streets and metered parking on ocean ave. They have both indoor dining and an outdoor parklet that you can sit in after ordering at the counter. I can't say enough about how nice the staff are, including the man himself Lucho, who can usually be found checking on every table and encouraging a few doubtful customers to go ahead and add in the famous hot sauce! If you're looking for a homey Mexican brunch, Lucho's is the spot. Just don't expect to have any important business conversations here. There's no way you'll be paying attention to anything other than how good the food is =). read more

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Delicious!! I went in for a late breakfast, and got the chilaquiles. My server showed me all of the homemade salsas and helped me pick his favorite which I loved! I wasn't a huge fan of the seating area, but that's no one's fault. read more

Lucho's - Chilaquiles Brunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California