Overview

The Coffee Bar, a longtime dairy café on Central Avenue in Lawrence, has officially closed. After years of serving the community with breakfast plates, paninis, salads, pasta dishes, and a full coffee program, the restaurant has retired its original concept. The space at 345 Central Avenue now transitions into its next chapter with the opening of Bellagio Cafe Restaurant & Bar, a newly rebranded eatery offering an expanded, modernized menu and extended hours.

Background on The Coffee Bar

The Coffee Bar served as a familiar neighborhood café, known for its dairy dishes and casual daytime service. Its offerings included breakfast items, salads, pasta dishes, sandwiches, and specialty coffee beverages. The relaxed setup and reliable kosher supervision under the Vaad HaKashrus of the Five Towns & Far Rockaway made it a dependable choice for local kosher diners. With its closure, the restaurant concludes a meaningful presence on Central Avenue.

The Transition to Bellagio Cafe

The restaurant space has now been reimagined as Bellagio Cafe Restaurant & Bar. The new business has taken over the same location and phone number and will operate with the same kosher certification as The Coffee Bar, under the supervision of the Vaad HaKashrus of the Five Towns & Far Rockaway. Bellagio introduces a refreshed menu, updated décor, and a broader dining approach designed to attract customers across all mealtimes. The relaunch brings a more polished café-restaurant format to the neighborhood.

Concept and Vision

Bellagio presents itself as a modern neighborhood café inspired by Italian café culture and complemented by a New York sensibility. The restaurant emphasizes fresh ingredients, simple preparation, and warm hospitality. Its updated branding and redesigned atmosphere reflect a more elevated and contemporary café experience. The new business also promotes its catering and private event capabilities, expanding its role within the community.

Expanded Menu at Bellagio Cafe

Bellagio’s menu showcases the most significant changes from the old concept. The new categories outline a far broader dining experience than The Coffee Bar previously offered.

Breakfast

The breakfast offerings include classic morning dishes, pastries, and hot beverages suitable for both quick visits and relaxed morning meals.

Salads

The salads menu features fresh ingredients and varied toppings, providing lighter options for daytime meals or dinner.

Pizza and Burgers

This category signals a major expansion beyond the former café model.

Pizza introduces a dinner-friendly option and suggests a more developed kitchen setup.

Burgers add hearty entrée choices, appealing to families and evening diners.

These additions position Bellagio as a full café-restaurant serving meals throughout the day.

Desserts

A dedicated dessert lineup highlights cakes, pastries, and café-style sweets, reinforcing Bellagio’s emphasis on offering a complete dining experience.

Beverages

The beverage menu includes hot and iced coffee drinks, teas, and other specialties. The expanded drink program fits Bellagio’s upgraded café concept.

Specials

A rotating specials category brings seasonal items and limited-time dishes, offering flexibility and variety for returning customers.

Overall, the expanded menu reflects Bellagio’s intention to serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner within a refined café setting.

Location and Details

Bellagio Cafe Restaurant & Bar is located at 345 Central Avenue, Lawrence, NY 11559. Hours are Sunday through Thursday from 9:00am to 10:00pm, Friday from 9:00am to 1:00am, and Saturday from 7:00pm to 12:30am. Phone: 516-791-5200. The restaurant is certified kosher under the Vaad HaKashrus of the Five Towns & Far Rockaway.