Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Lily's Cafe

    4.5 (262 reviews)
    InexpensiveSandwiches, Salad, Soup
    Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Lily's Cafe Photos

    LILY'S CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Lily's Cafe

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Pastrami on ciabatta
    Helen Q.

    Many people I personally know, love this place and recommends their beet salad, and turkey sandwich. However, I'm not a big soup, salad, sandwich person, but thought heck, why not. Let's give it a try. I opted to order the pastrami on ciabatta bread. It was good, however, the ratio of pastrami to bread was lacking. A lot of bread and not a lot of pastrami. I probably wouldn't order this again or change my bread type. Would love to try other items on the menu though.

    Pastrami sandwich
    Ashlyn D.

    Good but literally the skinniest pastrami sandwich i've ever received and its 15$ Unfortunately not worth that.

    Turkey Chili
    Joe Z.

    This was my first time trying Lily's Cafe. The owner, Lily, and her helper were both very friendly and welcoming. The inside is small with around four tables, very clean, and has cute decor. After looking over the menu, I decided to order their turkey chili and a PB&J with banana sandwich. The turkey chili was good and came with fresh bread. The PB&J was packed nicely and actually pretty filling. The only surprise was seeing my sandwich made with JIF peanut butter. I was kinda expecting Justin's or something, lol. All in all it was a good experience. Street parking and cash only

    Outside

    See all

    Photo of Betty L.
    58
    83
    79

    7 years ago

    Everything tastes fresh and delicious. I've always enjoyed their good. The only downside is a bit pricy and cash only.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of debin b.
    227
    43
    17

    17 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    19 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    16 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ross W.
    80
    1214
    2100

    12 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Great food and wonderful service! I couldn't ask for anything more from a neighborhood cafe! Lily's hot pastrami is amazing!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Laura B.
    99
    20
    17

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Davis S.
    134
    20
    3

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    19 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Rita K.
    7
    14
    13

    10 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lisa F.
    15
    20
    4

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Need a good wake me up, spotted this place on my 30 and decided to try it out. Best decision today!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jenn K.
    2
    45
    48

    14 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ana L.
    21
    24
    4

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of J S.
    1
    29
    1

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    In a world full of restaurants that accept credit cards, I see no reason to give business to one that doesn't accept them.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Amazing food and lily is very humble and welcoming suggested the pasta salad and I fell in love must go!!!!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Adriana B.
    13
    47
    121

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Guy D.
    5
    159
    21

    16 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 4 of 7

    Ask the Community - Lily's Cafe

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Sandwiches 50,234 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Urbane Cafe

    Urbane Cafe

    4.3
    (185 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    I had never been here and had to pick up lunch because I was working in area…read more OMG ! I was so happy to get the most delicious sandwich with a side salad. I got the steak chimichurri sandwich, so delicious. I'm coming back next week with my husband. Excellent service from the staff , very courteous and efficient. Restaurant was clean and well stocked up . Very happy to have discovered a new place to add a o my regular roster.

    Great spot that has some delicious salads, sandwiches and bowls. They have this focaccia bread that…read moreis TO DIE FOR! I've had the salmon bowl, which was cooked to perfection. The fish was buttery and the veggies complimented it perfectly. All of the salads the crunchy peanut, cilantro chicken, the cafe, Santa Maria bbq chicken, keto Cobb and the power veggie salad are allllll good options! You can even sub out the cheese for follow your heart vegan feta cheese which is perfect! My family really loves the Uc bahn mi and I loved the sweet chili crunch chicken sandwhich. I have one bad experience with the really good fish sandwich. It was obviously not fresh as it had dark spots in it and tasted not good. But other than that everything is top notch. The service is wonderful, very friendly and willing to help and even bring out water for the pup. They have lots of seating inside and out on the patio that is comfortable and adequate. I would give this place a 10/10.

    Photos
    Power Veggie Salad
    Power Veggie Salad
    Cilantro Chicken Torta
    Cilantro Chicken Torta
    Ahi Salad

    See all

    Ahi Salad
    Sweetsalt

    Sweetsalt

    3.9
    (1.1k reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    So happy to have found a great breakfast spot. Charming place with ample indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. We started by sharing a blueberry scone and it was delicious. It was actually hard to decide on just one bakery item - everything looked delicious. Next time the coffee cake will be happening. I got poached eggs, bacon, potatoes and toast. Husband got a hash omelette. Both come with a lovely little side of greens with a great dressing. Brunch isn't brunch without a little libation, so I had a lovely French white wine and he had a French red. The wine list though small by the glass is chosen very well. We were hoping they sold their bread at the bakery because it's absolutely delicious. Service is warm and friendly. Price point for breakfast with tip was $100. We will definitely be coming back soon to this great neighborhood spot.

    I would say this place is pricey but isn't awful their quality is close to what you pay. Delicious…read morebread for their sandwiches. Got the short rib and it was so delicious, perfect amount of cheese, grease, meat, and again delicious bread. They give a lot of fries as well. Service wise they are nice but I really don't like how it's expensive yet you don't get sit down service. It's all order yourself get your own water, napkins etc.. For the price that makes it a downgrade in my opinion. Inside is super large and spacious, pretty atmosphere. Tons of seating and they have their own parking lot! The best! lol

    Photos
    Communal tables
    Communal tables
    Muffin-Carrot Zucchini (GF)
    Muffin-Carrot Zucchini (GF)
    Avocado Toast with Over Easy Egg

    See all

    Avocado Toast with Over Easy Egg
    Hungry Crowd

    Hungry Crowd

    4.8
    (1.1k reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    Was in town visiting our son, daughter-in-law, and our new granddaughter and they took us out for…read moredinner to celebrate the new grandpa's birthday. My son didn't make a reservation because it was a Wednesday night and he didn't think it would be crowded. But with 5 adults and a baby carriage, we had to wait for the right table because the somewhat small restaurant was full. We soon got a good spot and ordered the shrimp ceviche and the pan fried dumplings for appetizers. The ceviche was served on a bed of crispy noodles and it was refreshing and satisfying. The dumplings were crispy, not greasy, and flavorful. For dinner, we got 2 orders of japchae and 3 orders of bibimbap. With 2 Korean-born children and having visited the country, those are among our family's favorite dishes. And they did not disappoint. The japchae noodles were just right. They were not too firm and not too soft and well-seasoned. With a mixture of veggies, meat, mushrooms, eggs, and that delectable sauce, the bibimbap tickled and satiated the tastebuds. I told the server there was a birthday at the table and she brought out an excellent creme brulee with a candle in it. My husband and I didn't pay the bill. But the prices were reasonable with most of the entrees costing less than $20 each. We have four more days in town and may very well make another visit to indulge in that scrumptious food.

    Where to begin... The place is unassuming, very clean and the service is exceptional. The food is…read morea wonderful fusion on Asian flavors. The shrimp ceviche is a well balanced starter. The menu is a fantastic playground of flavor for your palate. My last visit my server was Anthony and he was very busy that day but provided great care of us. This is a must try if you are in Toluca Lake area. Michelin star worthy

    Photos
    Outstanding lunch spot
    Outstanding lunch spot
    Galbi Burger
    Galbi Burger
    Truffle Honey, Fried Chicken & Slaw

    See all

    Truffle Honey, Fried Chicken & Slaw
    Yakumi

    Yakumi

    4.2
    (338 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    DineLA Week comes around only twice a year. Once in the winter (January/February) and once in the…read moresummer (July/August). If nothing else, I always make an effort to squeeze in at least one new restaurant in their lineup. For one, I get to sample what each restaurant considers to be their most popular menu items or exclusive dishes. Also, it's often a tasting menu that offers a little bit more. More like a foodie's bonus prize, just for participating. Yakumi looked good this time around. Probably because I'd eat sushi any day/every day, if I could. And I was able to find a quick prix fixe style sushi solution without roshambeau'ing with myself for hours, deciding on what to eat. YAKUMI BOX + THE DineLA MENU On the regular menu, the Yakima Box is $29 and no drink's included. During DineLA week, this filling lunch choice was just $25 and came with a shōchū cocktail as a refreshing bonus. It included: + Sunomono or seaweed salad + 1 piece of tuna sushi + 2 pieces each of yellowtail, salmon, and albacore topped with fried shallots (Note: It's not the fresh green scallions with ponzu sauce recipe) + A choice of 2 classic rolls like 2-piece baked crab roll, or 4-pieces of yellowtail jalapeño, spicy tuna, spicy salmon, avocado, and California roll (Note: The crab roll was buttery and tasty; the spicy tuna was standard) + My bonus drink: Mango Lychee Shochu The fish was fresh, the mango lychee cocktail was refreshing. Both were on the lighter side and pleasant for a lunchtime meal. INDOOR SEATING + OUTDOOR PATIO Sit inside or outside? To settle the debate, I did both while waiting for my lunch date to arrive. The warm, sunny patio was lovely, but there are only a few spots in the shade during certain times of the day, even with the awning drawn. Indoors, it's quaint and mirrors the koi fish artwork that graces the corner of the restaurant's exterior. It adds an authentic seafood-centric, Japanese charm to the ambiance. Service was prompt, although it wasn't a very busy time. Just across the street at Alfred Coffee, however, the second wave of a caffeine rush hour--needing their daily fix--rolled by as we paid. For me, on the other hand, the light shōchū buzz and pleasant stroll to my car was a foodie's bonus I'd come back for again.

    High hopes for Yakumi. However, after a lunch visit, I was left disappointed…read more How sushi rice is served is one of the most important foundations of Japanese sushi culture. The rice served during a recent visit here was cold. Cold to the touch. I won't speculate as to why it happened and I should have mentioned something but chose not to as the fish was fine. Service was excellent. The dining area, clean and modern. I can't comment on the patio area as I didn't check it out. I liked everything about Yakumi however, I can't get past the cold rice. I'm not a fan of supermarket sushi as it's different. If you are, then you may like Yakumi. Or, don't be quiet like me and speak up. Maybe I just got cold rice because I was there pretty much right at opening. Letting it sit for a little while helped but my first impression was already set.

    Photos
    Yellowtail Green Onion Roll
    Yellowtail Green Onion Roll
    Yellowtail with ponzu & chili
    Yellowtail with ponzu & chili
    Big Eye Tuna with wasabi Kizami

    See all

    Big Eye Tuna with wasabi Kizami
    Sweetfin Poke Burbank

    Sweetfin Poke Burbank

    3.8
    (141 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    Loved everything about the Classic Tuna Poke Bowl I ordered!…read more The black (forbidden) rice, yellowfin tuna, salmon, red onions, avocado, seaweed salad, bean sprouts, and pickled ginger were a great combination. I just added a banana chili pepper and it tasted fresh and delicious! There was an online promotion today so the bowl was $12.18 instead of $20.30 (without taxes). I thought the portion would be on the smaller side but it was not the case at all. I am full, satisfied, and would order again!!

    Sweetfin labels themselves as chef-inspired poke bowls with premium ingredients and bold flavours…read more Unfortunately, this is far from it. Having spent $93.40, the quality of the yellowfin tuna is hardly high quality and the quantity of fish was about 1/3 the amount of regular poke places. Items ordered were the Classic Tura, Superfood Bowl, Spicy Tuna Bowl, Keto Bowl, and two different BYOB burrito - all barely had any flavour...can we say bland? Also, the bowls and burritos were filled with primarily the base ingredients (rice/cauliflower rice), sweet potatoes, kale and bean sprouts (depending upon the bowl selected). These items are not only inexpensive but fills up the bowl. If you call it a poke bowl, at least 50 percent of the bowl should be filled with poke and not filler. Otherwise, it would be called a rice bowl with poke! Street parking is difficult in this Burbank location and I was greeted with a hostile attitude even though I spent nearly $100.00. Both food and service is lacklustre.

    Photos
    Self-ordering station
    Self-ordering station
    Sweetfin Poke Burbank
    Sweetfin Poke Bowl, Burbank location.

    See all

    Sweetfin Poke Bowl, Burbank location.

    Lily's Cafe - sandwiches - Updated June 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...