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Lily's Cafe Restaurant vs Long Island Bagel Cafe— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 10 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.

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Lily's Cafe Restaurant vs Long Island Bagel Cafe — Key Takeaways

At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners

Better Value

Lily's Cafe Restaurant

Shared Items

10

Avg Price Gap

$7.91

Top Rated

Tie

Price analysis: Long Island Bagel Cafe averages $13.64 per item while Lily's Cafe Restaurant averages $5.73, making Lily's Cafe Restaurant approximately $7.91 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

coffee

Menu Item Price Comparison

10 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Lily's Cafe Restaurant and Long Island Bagel Cafe

# Menu Item Lily's Cafe Restaurant Long Island Bagel Cafe Price Gap
1 American Cheese Sandwich $2.25 $16.99 $-14.74
2 Swiss Cheese Sandwich $2.25 $16.99 $-14.74
3 Ham Sandwich $3.75 $16.99 $-13.24
4 Salami Sandwich $4.50 $16.99 $-12.49
5 Turkey Sandwich $5.00 $16.99 $-11.99
6 Pastrami Sandwich $5.00 $16.99 $-11.99
7 Chicken Cutlet Sandwich $5.00 $16.99 $-11.99
8 Grilled Chicken Sandwich $6.00 $16.99 $-10.99
9 Potato Salad $2.50 $9.99 $-7.49
10 Apple Turnover $3.00 $4.99 $-1.99

Lily's Cafe Restaurant vs Long Island Bagel Cafe — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing Lily's Cafe Restaurant and Long Island Bagel Cafe menu prices, several factors come into play beyond just the per-item cost. Both restaurants share 1 food category (coffee), making them direct alternatives for diners deciding where to eat.

Lily's Cafe Restaurant is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Lily's Cafe Restaurant averaging $5.73 per item and Long Island Bagel Cafe at $13.64, the price difference of $7.91 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 275 menu items at Lily's Cafe Restaurant and 139 items at Long Island Bagel Cafe, with 10 items appearing on both menus under the same name. This overlap lets you directly compare identical items to see which restaurant charges less.

Looking at ratings, Tie leads with Lily's Cafe Restaurant scoring 4/5 versus Long Island Bagel Cafe at 4/5. While price matters, the overall dining experience and food quality reflected in these ratings are equally important factors in choosing between these two restaurants.

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Lily's Cafe Restaurant vs Long Island Bagel Cafe — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value

Is Lily's Cafe Restaurant or Long Island Bagel Cafe cheaper?

Based on current menu data, Lily's Cafe Restaurant offers better average value. Lily's Cafe Restaurant averages $5.73 per item while Long Island Bagel Cafe averages $13.64 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Lily's Cafe Restaurant cheapest items and Long Island Bagel Cafe cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Lily's Cafe Restaurant or Long Island Bagel Cafe?

Lily's Cafe Restaurant has the larger menu with 275 items tracked compared to Long Island Bagel Cafe's 139 items. Between them, there are 10 shared items with the same name, plus 265 items unique to Lily's Cafe Restaurant and 129 exclusive to Long Island Bagel Cafe.

How many menu items do Lily's Cafe Restaurant and Long Island Bagel Cafe share?

Lily's Cafe Restaurant and Long Island Bagel Cafe have 10 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Lily's Cafe Restaurant has 265 exclusive items and Long Island Bagel Cafe has 129 items not found at the other restaurant. The table above shows the biggest price gaps between identical items at each location.

Which has a better customer rating — Lily's Cafe Restaurant or Long Island Bagel Cafe?

Both Lily's Cafe Restaurant and Long Island Bagel Cafe are rated equally — 4/5 from customer reviews. The decision between the two comes down to price, menu variety, and personal preference rather than quality alone.

What type of food do Lily's Cafe Restaurant and Long Island Bagel Cafe serve?

Both restaurants serve coffee. They share 1 food category, which makes them genuine alternatives for the same dining cravings. If you're looking for the best value within these categories, compare average prices in the key takeaways section above.

Where can I find the cheapest items at Lily's Cafe Restaurant and Long Island Bagel Cafe?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Lily's Cafe Restaurant cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.73). The Long Island Bagel Cafe cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $13.64). Both are updated September 2026.

How much can I save by choosing Lily's Cafe Restaurant over Long Island Bagel Cafe?

Choosing Lily's Cafe Restaurant saves you approximately $7.91 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $27.69 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $111 or more.