Lucky Ginger Will Open West Allis Restaurant
The restaurant will occupy a storefront on West Greenfield Avenue following city approval.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Lucky Ginger is set to expand with a second location in West Allis at 7420 W. Greenfield Ave. The restaurant, which serves pho and pad thai, plans to hold a soft opening in December 2026.
Why it matters
The owner is opening this second location to generate income to cover future college tuition costs for his children. The West Allis Common Council unanimously approved the necessary Tavern B license for the site on October 13, 2026.
Lucky Ginger is expanding to a total of 2 locations, with the new site situated at 7420 W. Greenfield Ave. The original restaurant has been operating at 221 N. Water St. since 2015.
The players
West Allis Common Council
This is the municipal legislative body that voted unanimously to approve the Tavern B license for the restaurant.
Lucky Ginger
This is a restaurant business that specializes in serving pho and pad thai.
The details
The West Allis location previously served as the home for McCoco's Caribbean Restaurant. The city council voted to approve the business license application to allow the restaurant to move forward with its expansion plans.
Timeline
Lucky Ginger opened its first location in 2015.
The West Allis Common Council approved the tavern license on October 13, 2026.
A soft opening is planned for December 2026.
A grand opening is scheduled for January 2027.
Market Landscape
This expansion follows the broader trend of small businesses moving from the Historic Third Ward into suburban locations to capitalize on regional growth. The move positions Lucky Ginger to capture new foot traffic in West Allis while diversifying its footprint beyond Milwaukee.
Local residents will gain a new dining option for pho and pad thai once the restaurant opens in the building that formerly housed McCoco's. The expansion adds to the growing variety of food choices available to the West Allis community.
The takeaway
Expanding a successful business can be a strategic way for owners to secure long-term personal financial goals. Residents of the area can anticipate the addition of a new local dining spot by early 2027.
What happens next
A soft opening is scheduled for December 2026, followed by a grand opening in January 2027.
Further reading
For more news about new establishments, visit the Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Journal Sentinel.
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