Lucky 13 pairs serious burgers with a lively bar setting

The public verdict

Lucky 13 has an unusually large body of public feedback: a 4.5 Google rating from more than 8,500 reviews. The sample reviews tell a fairly consistent story. It is a bar and grill, but the burgers get most of the attention. Diners call them juicy and tender, with plenty of flavor. They also praise the buns for holding up to the fillings without becoming overly heavy.

That matters here. The space comes across more like a neighborhood bar than a polished burger restaurant, and one reviewer summed it up as a gourmet burger joint disguised as a bar. Judging by the broader feedback, the food regularly beats expectations created by those casual surroundings.

Burgers with personality

The named burgers favor bold combinations, not minimalism. On the Breath Enhancer Burger, garlic and rosemary take the lead alongside cheddar, crisp lettuce and a light, fluffy bun. Reviewers praise the Smoked Pastrami Burger for its seasoning, tenderness and juiciness. The oversized Big Benny gets another kind of recommendation: one diner says it is worth sharing.

There is enthusiastic feedback for a Birria Burger special, too. The reviewer found it flavorful enough to eat without the accompanying jus. It was identified as a special, so availability may vary. Still, it matches the pattern across the reviews. Lucky 13 is at its best with loaded, strongly seasoned burgers rather than restrained classics.

No single burger emerges as the definitive order. What does come through is consistency across several styles. One diner says they have never had a bad burger there. Another calls it the best burger they had eaten in Salt Lake City in a long time.

Fries deserve equal attention

According to the public feedback, fries are no afterthought. Garlic fries come up repeatedly, described by reviewers as addictive and a must-order. Rosemary Garlic Fries receive a direct recommendation. Cajun fries also earn praise for their seasoning, and fry sauce gets a positive mention of its own.

For a first meal, the clearest review-backed pairing is simple: a burger with Rosemary Garlic Fries. Diners after a different seasoning profile could choose the Cajun fries, though the garlic version draws the strongest recurring support.

Atmosphere and practical considerations

Reviews describe Lucky 13 as small, busy and noisy, much like a popular bar. That energy should work for diners who want a lively meal. Anyone hoping for a quiet conversation may feel differently. Positive comments about the service and patio offset some of those concerns.

Parking is another recurring practical issue. One reviewer calls it difficult but manageable. The feedback also makes clear that identification is essential, since guests without it may not be admitted. Overall, public ratings and reviews make Lucky 13 look like a high-confidence burger stop for diners who are comfortable with crowds, bar noise and a potentially inconvenient search for parking.