Healthy eating is all the rage, and for good reason too. It’s pretty self-explanatory: healthy food means a healthy body, and a healthy body means a happy life (usually). Many healthy eateries have popped up all over Long Island as this trend dominated the food industry over the last few years, and we hope it’s here to say. We narrowed down some of the tastiest healthy cafes on the island, but Long Islanders were only able to pick one as their favorite. Stop at the Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island for the healthiest — and yummiest — food around.
2018: Long Islanders Voted Panera Bread Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island
National Winner:
Panera Bread
Multiple Locations. panerabread.com
Roasted beet, quinoa and citrus salad, seasonal greens salad, tomato mozzarella flatbread, Thai garden chicken wonton bowl—the list of healthy, yet delightful, dishes at Panera Bread is endless. They even offer vegan and gluten-conscious items, proving that it is the perfect eatery for anyone who is looking to have a nutritious meal, without sacrificing taste. Whether you order to stay or go, Panera Bread is the ultimate place to visit for quality food made with a lot of love!
2017: Long Islanders Voted Tiger Lily Cafe Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island
Tiger Lily Cafe 156 E. Main St., Port Jefferson. 631-476-7080. tigerlilycafe.com Some people think that by eating healthy, they are sacrificing flavor. But this couldn’t be further from the truth. There are plenty of eateries that offer healthy dishes that taste absolutely delicious. Tiger Lily Cafe, an alternative vegetarian eatery in Port Jeff Station, carries an array of wraps, sandwiches, soups, salads, and freshly squeezed juices that even the pickiest eaters will enjoy. Don’t believe us? Stop in today and let your taste buds be amazed! National Winner: Panera Bread Multiple Locations. panerabread.com Roasted beet, quinoa and citrus salad, seasonal greens salad, tomato mozzarella flatbread, Thai garden chicken wonton bowl—the list of healthy, yet delightful, dishes at Panera Bread is endless. They even offer vegan and gluten-conscious items, proving that it is the perfect eatery for anyone who is looking to have a nutritious meal, without sacrificing taste. Whether you order to stay or go, Panera Bread is the ultimate place to visit for quality food made with a lot of love!
2016: Long Islanders Voted West East Bistro Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island
West East Bistro 758 S. Broadway, Hicksville. 516-939-6618. westeastbistro.com All-natural meats, organic vegetables and a menu created by resident health coach Raquel (Chief Chef / Wino Jay Jadeja’s wife), West End Bistro strives for quality and excellence, with each and every dish. The duo consider customers part of their family, and only serve meals prepared with the freshest, and healthiest ingredients! National Winner: Panera Bread Multiple Locations. panerabread.com From their famous bread bowls and soups to their irresistible sandwiches and desserts, Long Islanders know that Panera Bread delivers warm, welcoming eats that are as nutritious as they are satisfying. Whether it’s the all-natural turkey chili, low-fat chicken noodle soup or vegetarian creamy tomato, Panera serves up dozens of healthy dishes, including some mighty tasty vegan and gluten conscious and sodium conscious items! Yum!
2015: Long Islanders Voted West East Bistro Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island!
West East Bistro 758 S. Broadway, Hicksville. 516-939-6618. westeastbistro.com This one-of-a-kind Asian Fusion dining spot takes healthy eating to a whole new level, serving only all-natural meats, including grass-fed beef and organic vegetables. Chief Chef / Wino Jay Jadeja and his wife Raquel, West East Bistro’s resident health coach, collaborate on the menu and use only the highest-quality ingredients that are not just good for customers’ health but are also good for the planet!
2014: Long Islanders Voted Tula’s Kitchen in Bay Shore Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island!
1. Tula’s Kitchen 41 E. Main St., Bay Shore. 631-539-7183. tulakitchen.com 2. New York Panini 9 Wall St., Huntington. 631-271-3540. nypanini.com 3. CornUcopia Natural Foods 39 N. Main St., Sayville. 631-589-9579. cornucopiahealthfoods.com NATIONAL Panera Bread Multiple Locations. panerabread.com
2013: Long Islanders Voted Gourmet Grill 5 in Mineola Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island!
1. Gourmet Grill 5 85 Mineola Blvd., Mineola. 516-742-1800. www.gourmetgrillmineola.com 2. Tula Kitchen 41 E. Main St., Bay Shore. 631-539-7183. www.tulakitchen.com 3. Tiger Lily Café 156 E. Main St., Port Jefferson. 631-476-7080. www.tigerlilycafe.com NATIONAL Panera Bread Multiple Locations. www.panerabread.com
2012: Long Islanders Voted Tiger Lily Cafe in Port Jefferson Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island!
1. Tiger Lily Café 156 E. Main St., Port Jefferson. 631-476-7080. www.tigerlilycafe.com 2. Tula Kitchen 41 E. Main St., Bay Shore. 631-539-7183. www.tulakitchen.com 3. Juice It Up Multiple Locations. www.juiceitup.com NATIONAL Panera Bread Multiple Locations. www.panerabread.com
2011: Long Islanders Voted The Healthy Eatery in Syosset Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island!
1. The Healthy Eatery 356 Jericho Tpke., Syosset. 516-496-3344. www.thehealthyeatery.com 2. Tula Kitchen 41 E. Main St., Bay Shore. 631-539-7183. www.tulakitchen.com 3. Tiger Lily Café 156 E. Main St., Port Jefferson. 631-476-7080. www.tigerlilycafe.com NATIONAL Panera Bread Multiple Locations. www.panerabread.com
2010: Long Islanders Voted The Healthy Eatery Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island!
1. The Healthy Eatery 356 Jericho Tpke., Syosset. 516-496-3344. www.thehealthyeatery.com 2. Tiger Lily Café 156 E. Main St., Port Jefferson. 631-476-7080. www.tigerlilycafe.com 3. Tula Kitchen 41 E. Main St., Bay Shore. 631-539-7183. www.tulakitchen.com NATIONAL Panera Bread Multiple locations. www.panerabread.com