I ordered a pulled pork sandwich, it had very small amount of bbq sauce. the pork was dry & plain. the service was not good. when I asked for more bbq they gave a small container of sauce. the service really went down since it changed owners. so sad, it's been a staple in our city for a long time now. read more

We've never eaten from here before but we wanted mango slushies and this was the place to go to. Well, we were wrong. The slushies were carbonated, which we didn't expect but worse they were over-carbonated and otherwise tasteless. read more

WOW... what can I say about the chicken?? It was AWESOME! Very, very flavorful and not greasy tasting at all. I ordered the Mom's meal which came with a cornbread muffin and fries. The muffin was good (not a huge cornbread fan) and the fries, for the most part, were pretty good (a few soggy ones in the basket). My only one complaint, and the reason I didnt give it 5 stars is that one of the three pieces of chicken was a back. That is a rip off if I ever found one! It was really nice hitting this "diner" with its home food and pictures of Anchorage back in the day. Ill be heading back in a few months hopefully and hope to try out the milk shakes. read more

Awesome diner. I had a great BBQ beef sandwich and they have delicious fried chicken (a bit oily though, but it fried chicken!) I find it interested that you can actually order white or dark chicken meat. The prices are cheap and the food is awesome. I wish I went back one more time to this place. read more

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The world sucks right now and honestly been depressed. Thanks for the chicken that made me forget that for a sec. On a real note I hate delivery fries cause they are soggy by the time they get to me. Not these ones! read more

Great order and take out experience. Order was accurate and hot. Staff were friendly as always.

Good fried chicken! Hot, fresh, good fries. Only weird thing is they serve you a back as a piece. Great service! read more

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Just not as good as it use to be. Always order a jumbo cheese I've noticed the burger is much smaller Definitely not as juicy and it's delicious as it used to be it's sad. Use to be our go to place Go back to the ex owners recipes PLESAE Buns are not as fresh. read more

So, when I was a kid, this was my mom's go-to place for fried chicken and burgers... The gizzards were classic, and delicious too... So tonight my wife and decided to order a couple of jumbos and an order of gizzards. When we got home, this is the order of gizzards we ended up with. The burgers were great. The effort on the gizzards, not so much. Maybe they ought to discontinue this menu item if this is what you get. read more

Lucky Wishbone - This is a $13 order of "gizzards". At first I thought it was a joke. I remember the day when they actually made an effort. Sad. - Burgers Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

It is a miscarriage of justice that The Bone only has 4 stars on Yelp. What is WRONG with people?! I had a jumbo burger there last week. It had been 32 years since I'd eaten one of their amazingly delicious, perfect hamburgers, and it hadn't changed a BIT!. It tasted exactly the same ... best burger on the planet! You can take your expensive gourmet burgers in LA and stuff them ... they don't deserve to be in the same conversation. Anyway, the burger was fantastic! The service was superb! The only thing that made me sad was that they've stopped serving crinkle-cut French fries. Our server told us they switched to skinny fries 6 years ago. I must say, the skinny fries WERE scrumptious! The fry sauce was really, really tasty. Best thing to do in Anchorage ... a burger at The Bone! read more

I was privileged to get to know George Brown as I visited his restaurant Lucky Wishbone George would greet me when I came in He would asked me to sit down next to him and asked how I was doing I've visited his restaurant during his birthdays many many times I had several pictures taken with George I also remember his wife Peggy before she passed away There will never be another George and Peggy Brown They were precious wonderful people Their food is excellent RIP George and Peggy Brown read more

Lucky Wishbone has been a part of my life for well over 40 years. I like the food and wish all the best to the new owners but the card fee is in my opinion an awful addition to this business. I paid over $100 for food only to be charged an additional fee for using my card. People just do not carry a lot of cash around with them especially now with almost everyone talking about coin shortages. I'm also not a big fan of the remodel. We sat in the back section and I felt like I was in a cave. I'm hoping all the dark barriers will come down once the COVID threat has decreased. Why not choose to use clear barriers like so many other businesses. It no longer looks like a comfy warm place. I have wonderful memories of this place, the new changes just worry me. read more

Good food. Fair prices. Great fried chicken. Get in line for the take out window or order in advance and collect in the parking lot at the take out table. They are careful about face masks and Corona issues. Great burgers, wonderful onion rings, great milk shakes, hot crunchy fries, and deep fat fried chicken innards for them that like livers and gizzards... read more

I recently took a friend out to lunch and she suggested we eat at Lucky Wishbone, it was my first time dining there and I was excited to try the food. When we came inside, I couldn't help but notice that the restaurant had the smell and decor of a very dated cafeteria. I immediately felt like leaving but my friend said the food would be better than the atmosphere. It wasn't. We ordered chicken sandwiches, which were bland, room temperature, and just nasty. Neither of us were able to stomach the food. After we left, my friend apologized to me and said she was both embarrassed and ashamed that she had suggested we eat there. I know that Lucky Wishbone has been around Anchorage for decades, but I feel that the food and decor need to be updated. I do not think I would return and I don't recommend it. read more

I ordered for pickup and when I got a call that my food was ready I had to wait in line for 20 minutes to pay and receive my food, it was very cold and my shake was completely melted. I also have a issue with the "no cash" rule that they have, you can only pay with a card here. I have given this place a few chances recently but it's not the same as it was before. This restaurant used to be a favorite in my family but it has noticeably gone down hill. I hope they turn things around and start accepting cash so I can return. read more

Good chicken. It was ackward that there were up to 4 servers leaning against the counter just watching us eat. It just doesn't seem to be the same quality since the owner passed. I loved the gizzards large and tender, now they are small and inconsistent. Very disappointed. read more

Excellent comfort food and great staff. Space can be limited and wait times make it difficult for work lunches, but if you have some time to spare it's entirely worth it. The milkshakes are amazing! read more

The food here was great my wife had the brisket, I had the fried chicken. We got there not to long after they opened as we had to wait a bit for my order which was well worth the wait. The service was friendly. The music was fun the photos were great to look at. read more

Used to have the best chicken and milkshakes to be found anywhere! Changed ownership and the chicken is different and the milkshakes are awful! After a couple of minutes, the milkshake separates and is disgusting. The taste we loved for 50 years is gone. The quality of everything has been lessened and the prices are raised beyond ridiculous. Ex: $6.80 for a kids burger and they no longer include fries and a drink. I wish they'd get back to what made them so amazing, as well as affordable for families to have a special night out! read more

The Lucky Wishbone is a classic old-fashioned burger joint in Anchorage that has stood the test of time. It's far from an elitist hipster place; it's an authentic, well-run place to grab a quick dinner and great if you're looking for a casual meal. If you're not sure what to order, you can't go wrong with the jumbo cheeseburger and chocolate malt! Their fries are pretty good, too. read more

Impressed! We have driven by this place many times on the way into Anchorage, but never stopped until a friend mentioned it. Glad we did and wish we had sooner. I deviated from the fried chicken and instead tried the pastrami. Very good sandwich, just missing a little of the pastrami flavor (kind of overpowered by the rye and swiss), but still tasty. Wife went with the gizzards and they were the best she'd ever had. Super tender, crispy fried batter, not overly seasoned, but also not too plain. Definitely worth the stop and probably even worth a trip to Anchorage, just for the food here! read more

Loved the food and ambiance. Great fried chicken, Great burgers, great onion rings. Probably the best restaurant I had while up here and it was just as good as it was a decade ago read more

Lived in anchorage for 9 years and finally went yesterday I've always heard it had such good food. But we were so disappointed noting was fresh. Everything was cold, the burgers looked like microwaved Patties onion rings were old and cold. Chili cheese fries were cold and the fried chicken that they are famous for had no flavor it was the only item that was juicy and hot, but no flavor at all. I've had better fried chicken from carrs. The best thing my family had was the milkshakes. I would give this place zero stars if I could. Save your money and go to McDonald's. This place is so overpriced I give it only a few more years before they close. I almost had a heart attack getting the bill. read more

They used to have the best chicken ever, however, after the owner passed away, the chicken has gone downhill. The last three orders I have purchased were terrible. The outside was dark, dark brown and the inside was fried to a crisp down to the bone. Even my wife, who doesn't eat much chicken on the bone, said I wouldn't be happy with it before I even looked at it. I have given them three chances, but I won't anymore. Three strikes and you're out. I really miss George and the way the restaurant was and the quality of food he inspired. I have lived in Anchorage, Alaska since 1963 and used to eat there with my parents, girlfriend and wife and family. I do not live in San Francisco. read more

I grew up in Anchorage and moved away in 2003. There was some restaurants that I remembered fondly and this was one of them. I have since moved back and have been able to visit the establishments I remembered so much. As of right now, I can honestly say that if and when I move, I believe Lucky Wishbone will be the only restaurant worth missing now days. I grew up on this place. Grandfather, God reset his soul, always took me here and now that I'm grown I can clearly see why. They honor their vets, serve a great product and continue to display christian values and partake in helping their community. I have had a handful of friends growing up who got their first job here and now that I'm watching our extended family and next generation get their first jobs here too, I realize how proud I am that they still invest in these kids. 1st job kids are not always the hardest workers, but your first job is very important and full of life lessons kids really do need to learn. Thanks LWB! Moving on, I LOVE their burgers, they are fresh made and not frozen patties, salads and fries. I used to get their floats and shakes as a kid too and I'm sure they're still great, but I have grown out of my sweet tooth. I also want to commend them on still serving home made ranch. Is that too much to ask for now days? I mean really, the rest of the business should take note, AVOID COSTCO when making dressings for your business please! One last little story for you. I was boarding a plane once and noticed a guy with a Lucky Wishbone bag of food, "I said good idea getting LWB for your flight, they never serve food anymore!" he replied, "It's for my wife, she makes me fly it down to her overtime I'm in Alaska. Now that's love man. read more

It's like an old dinner type joint . It's been there many years and you can tell by the decor. The place is always busy. I ordered the fried gizzards which they boil till tender then batter and fry. They were tasty however I've never had them so tender it was almost weird. Everything was on point as far as the food and service. I plan to return. read more

Snuck in for late lunch last Friday yum as always Best Chicken. Soup. Hamburger for hubby Plus coffee shakes Cheers yo management p read more

An Anchorage favorite since the '50s, and a Cara favorite since the '80s, Lucky Wishbone is the place to go for fried chicken, burgers and an old fashioned fountain drink! Old black & white WWII era photos of pilots line the walls, green booths and large windows with vistas of the Chugach Range decorated the space. You can't go wrong with ordering the "Mom" or "Junior" chicken baskets (I like to order it all-white, because you get the wishbone!). They come with fries and a cornbread muffin on the side. The burgers are your basic 1/4 or 1/3 pound patties, topped with lettuce, pickles, onions, tomato, mustard and mayo, but come with other more creative topping combos as well. There are other classic diner offerings as well, such as soups, salads, BLTs, fried fish sandwiches, onion rings, etc., as well as a full fountain offering sodas, floats, malts and shakes. The service is friendly and largely staffed by family of the owners (you can look at photos of them over the years, on the bulletin board by the entryway). If you go with a large group during their busy times, be prepared to wait a bit. If you are eating by yourself or with just one other person, I've found the counter to be a great option too. They also do carry-out and have a drive-through, but I recommend calling a few minutes ahead if you're going that route, as the chicken is pan fried when you order it. read more

I got the Junior which was a couple of pieces of chicken, cornbread muffin, and either fries or cole slaw. Since I like dark meat, I was able to specify that and was presented with a leg and a thigh. I specifically wanted to try the cole slaw. I'm having a fish fry and I was following up on a recommendation from a coworker. It was nice and light with some pineapple thrown in for sweetness. The chicken was excellent, but I'm a salt-aholic and I had to add some. The coating wasn't overwhelming and the portion size was Goldilocks "just right". If I had to make a recommendation to the chef, I would probably say that the chicken could benefit with a four hour brine or so. Still...good eats! read more

The food was great, I ordered a double cheeseburger with fries and it came out fairly quick. My only issue was how long it took for a server to approach our table and take the orders, but it was packed so it is reasonably understandable that they were likely running behind due to the amount of old people and early birds. read more

What's the big deal...? I got a pan fried chicken combo, which includes fries and a small roll. The fries were bland and too soft, and the roll was mediocre, almost like from a grade school cafeteria. The chicken was ok, too many bones and not enough meat. And their tuna sandwich is absolutely horrible and definitely not restaurant quality! This was one of the few places open in Anchorage late at night, so thanks to Lucky Wishbone we didn't go to sleep hungry. read more

I'm not sure why some reviews complain of "too many bones" or "incredibly unhealthy". IT'S FRIED CHICKEN!! And it's good fried chicken. The way people would make it if they took the time. Another review complains "OK, at home maybe with grandma cooking them it is ok:" When is cookinjg like grandma a bad thing? If you like fried chicken go get some. This place is good. Oh BTW, get the onion rings too. read more

What you won't find here: Complex dishes Intimate atmosphere Elegant decor What you will find here: Basic burgers done right Fantastic fried chicken Awesome shakes and malts Great strawberry shortcake I would classify Lucky Wishbone as an Anchorage Institution. It's been here since the 50's, and has a nice broken in feeling. Like that old lazy boy you hang on to that doesn't look as good as it used to, but fits you like a glove and feels great. The burgers are simple, great tasting and always a mouth pleaser. Other reviewers have stated that their fries were soggy; In the 30+ years that I have been coming here, I have yet to get fries that were anything but fresh so I'm not sure what happened. Be warned, a large order of fries feeds at least 2 people. The fresh (frozen) strawberry shakes have been a family favorite since before I was born, and I have yet to try any malt or shake there that wasn't fantastic. The strawberry shortcake , like the burgers, is simple and fantastic. I believe that they bake their own shortcake, but don't quote me on it. I just know its delicious. I highly recommend "The Bone" to anyone looking for your basic burger/fries/shake meal. P.S. The fried chicken is solid as well, but I can't get over my love affair with the burgers and feel like I'm cheating when I order the chicken. read more

I saw a review of this place in ADN, which prompted me to research it on Yelp further. I love fried chicken, and was excited to try out a new place. After reading through the reviews (skipping ones that read like advertisements), After reading many accounts of bland food, I quickly concluded that I should lower my expectations, but I was still curious. My husband and I went for lunch a couple Saturdays ago, and was pleasantly surprised at how clean the establishment was. The service was extremely genuine and friendly - awesome! I loved the location, and was hoping that the food would also be better than expected. I ordered the 3 piece fried chicken meal with cole slaw (I read that this was a must-get from previous reviews). My husband got a burger and onion rings. When my fried chicken arrived, there were 3 small squares. Upon inspection, I could not readily identify what part of the chicken any of them were, or why they were the exact same size, when clearly the menu said I'd be getting a breast, leg or thigh, wing or back. These are all distinct looking piece, yet all of mine were exactly the same, all non-organic square shapes. Hmm... I selected what turned out to be most of a thigh (hence the square shape - it had been cut by a clever to be that shape?). The meat was dry, and EXTREMELY BLAND. I NEVER add salt to my food, and this was a requirement. I admit - the chicken was nicely fried on the outside, but just incredibly bland, and I've never had a thigh that was dry like that. Disappointed, but I'm glad I had lowered my expectations prior to arriving. I was still let down. My husband tried a piece, in what turned out to be maybe half of a breast. Seriously? Same thing - so bland. He commented on how he thought it tasted like what he'd imagine the food here tasted like when the restaurant first opened. So maybe that's it - it's original Anchorage fare? Definitely not "southern". This might also explain why so many establishments here are relatively bland - it's what the older generation is used to? The last piece turned out to be half of a back with no meat on it. Wow, could this place have gotten any cheaper with the cuts of chicken they gave me? I think not. My husband's burger was OK. Not anything impressive. The onion rings were nice and crispy, but still required salt. The breading they used was also very bland. The best things about my meal were the cole slaw, and the corn muffin. I liked the pineapple in the cole slaw. Too sweet to eat all of it, but it was good. The corn muffin was average, but I could add butter and honey to give it flavor, and after only eating my small piece of chicken and some cole slaw, I was hungry. I'm glad we went to experience this place for ourselves. Is this story of this place neat? Yes. Is the customer service great? Yes. Is the food good? No. Is it at least cheap and a good deal for what you get? No. Was the fried chicken, "The Best in Anchorage"? Absolutely not! Carr's or Fred Meyer has better, and I'm not recommending either. read more

I have lived here for 34 long years and never once been to this Anchorage staple. Arguably *the" Anchorage food staple. One of my best gals always goes when her mom is in town visiting and I was lucky enough (get it) to tag along a couple weeks ago. Though my companions ordered fried gizzards, burgers and a side of fries, I had to get the fried chicken as a complete wishbone novice. I ordered the mama meal, which consisted of 3 chicken pieces laying on a bed of fries. The fried chicken is quite good. They don't use a drippy, heavy batter, but more like a shake and fry approach. It was just a surprisingly light and crispy exterior and piping hot, perfectly cooked chicken interior. I really don't know how to explain it better. The gizzards and burger were ok, but I found much more satisfaction from my choice. I looked the menu over and was impressed to find a wide selection of hot and cold sandwiches. I also saw a huge chef salad being delivered and it looked amazing. The restaurant did not have a fried smell as I anticipated, was very clean and the staff was attentive and prompt. Looking forward to enjoying this staple again, but be forewarned - it is a very happening lunch time place, so go early or late and avoid the wait. read more

The other reviews do not do this gem justice. The decor is a step back in time to the 60's but clean and bright. I would not change a thing decor-wise. The food is excellent. I was Yelping to find fried chicken for my daughter and stumbled onto Lucky Wishbone. We enjoyed fried chicken and milkshakes (malts). My wife had a half garden salad. The salad was impressive. Fresh lettuce, peppers,cucumbers,boiled egg, cheese, tomatoes with a generous portion of dressing on the side. The food was exactly what we were looking for. If you're looking for a family dinner come here. read more

Old fashioned burgers and the best fried chicken in town! If you are like some of my friends and can't get past the fried chicken, which is the best in town hands down! Try the old fashioned burgers and the best chocolate malt in town. A simple freshly made burger that will take you back in time. Fresh ingredients, and great service. Try the chocolate malt, one of the best I have had and defiantly the best in Anchorage. This is an Anchorage institution and worth the wait. read more

I ate here a few years ago because all of the drunk Anchorage locals told me that it was a good place. I should have known better than to listen to the drunks, abusers, users, dealers, and losers in Anchorage. I ordered the chicken I believe it was the 5 piece meal. Well, guess what grandma? They served me 2 backs!!!! That's right backs!! What restaurant in America serves backs in a fried chicken joint as a piece of chicken? OK, at home maybe with grandma cooking them it is ok BUT COME ON NOT TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC. THAT IS A TOTAL JOKE! Use those backs and make stock or chicken soup!!! That along with the expensive anchorage ripoff prices and I was not happy at all!! I heard that they do make good shakes though but never tried them or the burgers. If you order chicken and they give you a back as one of the pieces please tell them to go F*ck themselves please!!!!!!!!!! read more

Over several years I've tried the chicken at this establishment several times. Each and every time I ask the same question: Why do other people say they like this chicken so much? I just don't get it. It is bland, almost tasteless, and it is expensive tasteless fried chicken to boot! I won't try it again because I'm convinced now that it is always the same and not just a fluke boring batch. I might pop in to try one of their milkshakes, though. read more

Fried chicken. Thats what your going to get. I understand that you don't want to seat big parties prior to them all being here but really we had 3 and one was walking in from the parking lot we pointed to him, and we still had to wait. The food was ok felt like mine was a mixed batch one piece was very gresse and the other was dry. Taste like a KFC that maybe scored a C on its health exam. My friend loves that place but said this was the worst visit he had ever had so I will maybe try you again and update the review then. read more