Eating out for lunch really shouldn’t be expensive (that’s what going out to dinner is for). Instead, lunch should be known for great deals and combos to get Long Islanders the most grub for their buck. A simple sandwich, drink and side are pretty much all that are needed for a good, satisfying lunch, but a little extra food never hurts. Make sure you take advantage of the Best Lunch Deal on Long Island so you have more money to spend when you go out to dinner.
2018: Long Islanders Voted CJ's Coffee Shop Best Lunch Deal on Long Island
CJ’s Coffee Shop
225 N. Long Beach Rd., Rockville Centre. 516-766-9107. cjscoffeeshop.com
Since 1979, C.J.’s Coffee Shop has been doing more than just providing delicious cups of coffee to Long Islanders; they’ve also been offering the best lunch deals. From $6 burgers to $8.50 “Blue Plate Specials,” C.J.’s allows you to enjoy a satisfying and scrumptious lunch without having to spend all of your money. It’s no wonder why they’ve been voted the Best Lunch Deal on Long Island in this highly competitive category!
2017: Long Islanders Voted CJ's Coffee Shop Best Lunch Deal on Long Island
CJ's Coffee Shop 225 N. Long Beach Rd., Rockville Centre. 516-766-9107. cjscoffeeshop.com Since 1979, C.J.’s Coffee Shop has been doing more than just providing delicious cups of coffee to Long Islanders; they’ve also been offering the best lunch deals. From $6 burgers to $8.50 “Blue Plate Specials,” C.J.’s allows you to enjoy a satisfying and scrumptious lunch without having to spend all of your money. It's no wonder why they’ve been voted the Best Lunch Deal on Long Island in this highly competitive category for the third year in a row! National Winner: Panera Bread Multiple Locations. panerabread.com Whether it’s a loaded boxed lunch replete with half-sandwiches, salads, potato chips, pickle spears, bread and fresh baked cookies or their popular Classic Pairs “You Pick Two” combos, Panera has some incredible lunch deals that will soothe your belly and your wallet!
2016: Long Islanders Voted CJ’s Coffee Shop Best Lunch Deal on Long Island
CJ’s Coffee Shop 225 N. Long Beach Rd. Rockville Centre. 516-766-9107. cjscoffeeshop.com CJ’s offers daily homemade lunch specials that will please the wallet as much as the belly. A recent sampling included a “Blue Plate Special” quiche with a salad along with a beverage and cup of soup for $8.50 and a grilled chicken-avocado-melted mozzarella “Panini of the Day” spritzed with balsamic dressing and served with mac salad for $8.25. Those are in addition to several platters and desserts! Wow. National Winner: Panera Bread Multiple Locations. panerabread.com Whether it’s a loaded boxed lunch replete with half-sandwiches, salads, potato chips, pickle spears, bread and fresh baked cookies or their popular Classic Pairs “You Pick Two” combos, Panera has some incredible lunch deals that will soothe your belly and your wallet!
2015: Long Islanders Voted CJ’s Coffee Shop Best Lunch Deal on Long Island!
CJ’s Coffee Shop 225 N. Long Beach Rd., Rockville Centre. 516-766-9107. cjscoffeeshop.com From a quiche with a salad to paninis, grilled ham and cheddar sandwiches, turkey-bacon-avocado creations and chili cheeseburgers, family owned CJ’s serves an array of fresh daily specials that will leave both your stomach and wallet satisfied!
2014: Long Islanders Voted Jeco’s Deli & Catering in Nesconset Best Lunch Deal on Long Island!
1. Jeco’s Deli & Catering 217 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset. 631-361-7101. 2. New York Panini 9 Wall St., Huntington. 631-2721-3540. nypanini.com 3. Iavarone Bros. Mulitple Locations. 1-877-IBFOODS. ibfoods.com NATIONAL Panera Bread Multiple Locations. panerabread.com
2013: Long Islanders Voted Ben’s Kosher Delicatessen Best Lunch Deal on Long Island!
1. Ben’s Kosher Delicatessen Multiple Locations. www.bensdeli.net 2. Fattusco’s Gourmet Pizza Pasta & Panini 1019 Fort Salonga Rd., Northport. 631-651- 9777. www.fattuscos.com 3. Crave Deli & Catering 395 Merrick Ave., Merrick. 516-379-1135. www.cravemerrick.com NATIONAL Panera Bread Multiple Locations. www.panerabread.com
2012: Long Islanders Voted A Taste of Home Bakery in North Bellmore Best Lunch Deal on Long Island!
1. A Taste of Home Bakery 1992 N. Jerusalem Rd., North Bellmore. 516-486-1670. www.atasteofhomebakery.com 2. Iavarone Bros. Multiple Locations. www.ibfoods.com 3. Zorn’s Multiple Locations. www.zornscaterers.com
2011: Long Islanders Voted Ciao Baby Best Lunch Deal on Long Island!
1. Ciao Baby 1087-1159 Jericho Tpke., Commack. 631-543-1400; 5074 Sunrise Hwy., Massapequa Park. 516-799-5200. www.ciaobabyrestaurant.com 2. A Taste of Home 1992 N. Jerusalem Rd., North Bellmore. 516-486-1670. www.atasteofhomebakery.com 3. Zorn’s Multiple Locations. www.zornscaterers.com NATIONAL Panera Bread Multiple locations. www.panerabread.com
2010: Long Islanders Voted Five Guys Burgers and Fries the Best Lunch Deal on Long Island!
1. Five Guys Burgers and Fries Multiple locations. www.fiveguys.com 2. Zorn’s Multiple locations. www.zornschicken.com 3. Ciao Baby 5074 Sunrise Hwy., Massapequa Park. 516-799-5200. 204 E. Jericho Tpke., Commack. 631-543-1400. www.ciaobabyrestaurant.com