At Lucky Three Seven, this colorful Filipino takeout spot serves up generous portions of comforting classics like oxtail kare kare and jaw-dropping lumpia, all while blasting hip-hop and exuding a warm, family-run vibe.
"We always feel like we’re hanging out at home with our aunts and uncles and our fifth cousin’s cousin whenever we go to Lucky Three Seven. This casual Filipino takeout spot on Fruitvale Ave. is a family-run operation, which means friendly service and classic adobo, pork and chicken tocino served with a fried egg over rice, garlicky chicken wings, and the longest lumpia we’ve ever seen. Walk up to the outside window to order (it’s cash-only), and grab a stool on the patio. All dishes are made-to-go, but you should absolutely stay awhile." - lani conway, julia chen 1
"Even before the Bay Area Filipino food scene’s recent run of mainstream success, this family-run takeout spot had already established itself as an East Oakland mainstay, dealing out XL-size lumpia; meaty, slow-cooked stews; and crunchy-sweet chicken wings, all served with a healthy dose of ’90s hip-hop swagger. Don’t let the steam table setup fool you: This is grandma food through and through, from the oxtail and eggplant stew known as kare kare to the many different permutations of bright, vinegary adobo." - Dianne de Guzman, Eater Staff
"Hip-hop is always on blast at Lucky Three Seven, a small takeout-oriented joint in East Oakland with a few stools outside. While there are always daily specials in the steam table (including what might be the best oxtail kare-kare in town), customers can’t go wrong with the made-to-order — or, in this case, the fried-to-order — options. The XL lumpia are light, crisp, and at least four times the size of the lumpia at most restaurants. And the G-fire wings taste of soy sauce and vinegar — reminiscent of chicken adobo, but in an even better, crunchier format." - Dianne de Guzman, Luke Tsai
"Also, all the folks who showed up to celebrate the life of the late hometown hero Jun Anabo of Lucky Three Seven in Oakland." - Eater Staff
"The Oakland Police Department released more details on the slaying of its owner, Artgel “Jun” Anabo, Jr., sharing photos of a vehicle they say is involved in the fatal May 18 shooting outside of the popular Filipino restaurant." - Dianne de Guzman
