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Lucky Wishbone

1033 E 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501-2738
907-272-3454
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Ranked #18 of 382 restaurants in Anchorage
4.0 of 5 stars 50 Reviews
Price range: 9 AUD - 10 AUD
Cuisines: American, Diner
Good for: Child-friendly
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Alaska
Senior Contributor
39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

We have been going to this restaurant for years just for their chicken wings. They are the best. More

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Anchorage, Alaska
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

The Brown Family has owned this Anchorage landmark for over 50 years. Mr. Brown still sits and talks to his old friends, which is anybody who happens to be eating at his diner. The chicken is the best in Alaska. I like the Mom all white meat. It comes with a homemade buttermilk biscuit, honey, shoestring fries and three pieces... More

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Anchorage, Alaska
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

I've eaten at the "Wishbone" for almost 40 years and it is always good and the service friendly and the price is right. Have seen the family grow, mature, and pass the torch to the next generation to operate. Always a good place to eat! More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2012

This diner could be anywhere in the US with a local hometown atmosphere including hundreds of snapshots of customers. Serving sizes are smaller than we are used to so order plenty if you are hungry. The malts we had were just OK; the fried chicken was flavorful and juicy, and the burger was excellent. The onion rings were good but... More

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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2012

We recently tried the Lucky Wishbone while in Anchorage. The fried chicken, the home made onion rings, and shakes were all extremely good. The staff was very friendly, especially considering how busy the place was. More

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Anchorage, Alaska
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012

Some folks like it, but I find it too greasy. But, what would expect for fried chicken. Good service & a locally owned place. More

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Anchorage, Alaska
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

this restaurant is another ancient anchorage staple. The chicken here is good but the one time I went I ordered a cheeseburger to go and they forgot the cheese! More

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Anchorage, Alaska
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

Best shakes... mmm strawberry shake there is the best!!! Their chicken is obviously homemade and not frozen and fast food!!! The place is a mom and pops place so its comfy! the prices are perfect and definitely a family atmosphere! I can't wait to go again... or maybe today for lunch :) They also have a drive thru! More

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See 5 more reviews by Bianca G for Anchorage
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

Best milkshake in town. Great spot for lunch. Try the chicken or the tasty burgers. More

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Alaska
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

My first trip to "El Dub" (as some locals call it) was in 1989. Have been there repeatedly over the years, and it is consistently great. In fact, this is where we go for my birthday dinner every year now. If you like onion rings, these are some of the best I've had anywhere. They're hand-breaded with a bit of... More

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