wish we weren't just passing through, otherwise we would have sunk our fat asses into the earth toned, mid-century modern chaises to break our fast. at the register, a staff member revealed that he also draws smiley faces as his e-signature. cute. the single sip of latte i took (before splatting it on the concrete) launched me into bliss so deep that i merely shrugged upon dropping it. the skilled barista remade it without question. the range of customizable coffee options would make indecisive folks sweat profusely. bagels were yummy but didn't mentally catapult me to the "5 boroughs." we chose the scallion schmear from the wide selection of cream cheeses; it was on the sweeter side. could see myself going through a multi-month pistachio white mocha latte phase if i lived here. read more

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Fantastic! Satisfied our craving for bagels for breakfast. Tons of cream cheese selections. It was like a cream cheese candy store!! Visited at 9:00am on a weekday. It was fairly busy. Saw a couple working parents with kids here. Definitely family friendly. Got the plain bagel with vegan spinach artichoke cream cheese. Kid got a blueberry bagel with blueberry cream cheese. Spent $9.xx total. They do not have a point or rewards system. Or they didn't feel like offering me one. Atmosphere was busy. Not too loud. Two TVs in the background. The decor is trendy and attracts the eye. The menu looks like a lot to look at but the screens are simple. Takes a min to look at. They offer a big selection of sandwiches. I'm looking forward to trying one. Love that they offer vegan cream cheese and the owner was quick to let me know all but two bagels are vegan. WIN!!! Customer service is good. Very friendly and helpful. Once the line starts they get you in and out. I would recommend! Expect a little pricey for a bagel with cream cheese. But what you pay for is def what you get! read more

5 Borough Bagels - Plain bagel with spinach artichoke vegan cream cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clive, Iowa

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Visiting from Texas and came across this place, I decided to order the empire on a cheddar bagel with jalapeño cream cheese because a man on yelp posted a picture of his bagel and it looked delicious and a iced chia latte. And let me tell you it is, I decided to get it to go to eat in my hotel room and it's nice, yummy and warm!! Thank you to the girls working there, they were so nice and inviting!! Next day update I decided to go again before I leave and order a lunch item, let me tell you!! This pastrami on a cheddar bagel with mayo no mustard, add onion and Sriracha bacon cream cheese is amazing!! Truly unforgettable! And again the staff were so nice and welcoming, they even remembered me from yesterday! read more

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This is our classic hangover food on the weekends. I do recommend going early because it gets pretty busy. The shop itself is extremely well decorated on the inside but is very cramped to actually eat in. Luckily the line always moves fast and it doesn't take long to eat if you want to sit down for a bit. I always get the egg and cheese with a little sriracha bacon cream cheese on an asiago bagel (or cheddar if they are out). They recently switched up their eggs so the sandwiches hold together better. I do recommend asking for light cream cheese all the time because it can definitely overpower the sandwich (unless you love cream cheese ofc). I haven't had their lunch items but would definitely go try sometime. I also am not a huge fan of their coffee but they do have fresh squeezed OJ which is awesome if you like OJ! read more

I was invited to breakfast by a friend, and my stipulation was somewhere with good coffee. Neither of us had been here, so we decided to give it a shot. The brew coffee here is fantastic, and I thoroughly enjoyed my cup. I ordered a French toast bagel with mocha cream cheese to go with the coffee. It was a very pleasant breakfast that warrants a return trip. The store itself is kind of cramped, but there is outdoor seating which was nice on this pleasant morning. The staff was very friendly, and the service was efficent. Highly recommend if coffee and bagels are your breakfast go to and also highly recommend if you are looking for a new breakfast place to check out. read more

5 Borough Bagels - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clive, Iowa

What a way to start the day - and a Monday, to boot! This place is adorable, fresh and clean. The staff was sweet and friendly and helpful. One of the owners, Sara, was a gem and she runs the business with her husband. The bagel breakfast sandwich was delish and the Almond/Raspberry latte was a stellar treat. They've got outdoor seating, take out and curbside service available. Can't believe I haven't been here since they opened 4 years ago! A special spot to add to your Des Moines area bucket list of must-visit places! Ps they have mimosas! read more

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Absolutely the best bagels we have had in Iowa. They were so quick to get our order out, and despite the limited seating, someone had left just a few minutes after we ordered. It was fun to enjoy our brunch there on a busy Saturday. We will be returning!! read more

Great food, I would recommend pre ordering instead of walking in as it does take them a longer than usual time to prepare so if ur in a rush be aware of that. But other than that I haven't had a bad thing from them and always order when friends come in town town for a quick brunch surprise read more

Was craving a good deli sandwich and found 5 Borough Bagels. I got the Pastrami on an everything bagel. It was great. The pastrami tasty and was not overly fatty as some are. The bagel was dense and chewy like a bagel should be. Very satiating. read more

We pick up 6 bagels here every single Thursday. They remind me of the bagel quality we would get when living on the east coast. Considering they are not even close to where we live and we go out of our way to get these, there is no way you should miss this spot. read more

Best bagels in town! I'd recommend this place to any and everyone in the Des Moines metro read more

5 Borough Bagels - Best bagels in town! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clive, Iowa

I ordered bagels, donuts, and scones for a breakfast event I was sponsoring in Des Moines. Tony was helpful during the process and made great suggestions. Tony offered to come set up for the event and clean up after. The bagels were AMAZING. The bagels were crips on the outside and chewy on the inside- creating the absolute perfect bagel taste. The cream cheese is all homemade and bold with flavor. The scones were unlike any other scones I have ever had. They tasted like a blueberry muffin! The donuts were perfectly glazed. I highly recommend 5 Borough Bagels for breakfast for yourself or an event. read more

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A delicious local bagel shop in a small strip mall in Des Moines! We got breakfast sandwiches and two coffees. They have a plethora of bagels and cream cheese options from jalapeño cream cheese to tofu cream cheese! I was blown away with the selection of their cream cheese, but also they coffee flavors and syrups! I got the chocolate chip cookie dough ice coffee with soy milk. I wish I would have added an extra pump of cookie dough syrup, but it was still good. I got my fiance a chai tea latte with soy milk and he was in heaven! My fiance got the breakfast wrap with a spinach wrap which he loved that they had that option. I got one of their signature breakfast sandwiches and it was one of the best I've had in a very, very, very long time. Whenever I want breakfast in Des Moines, I am going to start coming here! read more

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Great bagels and good coffee to boot! The bagel sandwiches are hearty and filling. Love the cream cheese varieties too. read more

5 Borough Bagels - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clive, Iowa

It's just so nice to have a good true bagel shop in and around Des Moines. I always feel welcomed here and their food is great!

After 5 experiences with these guys, gotta post. Bagels-good, sandwiches-good, BUT, twice I have been in at about 1-1:30pm (empty-post rush), I stood there, stood there, stood there, they saw me, but no smile, "hi" or help. I LEFT! What on earth???? TWICE! The other two times, my husband and I asked for toasted bagel. TWICE they did not toast - an untoasted bagel is just wrong for breakfast. We ate them because it was to go. See pics. The other time I went in was good, I always get the Lox Deluxe, mmmm. As you can tell, I WANT to love this place, I love bagels, but I don't. I tried. I really tried. PER THE RESPONSE FROM 5 BOROUGH: "For toasted bagels--we do toast all of our bagel sandwiches, although, for that "extra" slightly dark toast, we recommend telling the register to put it through twice." - Okay, you should have not said this. You DO NOT, I've never had a sandwich that was toasted there. AND, I shouldn't HAVE to ask for it to go thru TWICE. Toasted, means toasted, not warmed up. Please see my pics, I added and edited the captions. read more

5 Borough Bagels - This must be YOUR version of toasted since this was a Lox Deluxe sandwich and you said you toast all sandwiches. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clive, Iowa

Yelp suggestion for the win! I had the Queens bagel and it was amazing. The jalapeño cream cheese wasn't spicy but had all of the pepper flavor. Make sure to grab a flavored lemonade. The white peach was great. read more

Another must eat in Des Moines. I loveeee these bagels and all the options to make it your own!! Never had a better bagel! We need one in St. Louis! read more

5 Borough Bagels - Bacon, Egg & Cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clive, Iowa

I wish you could rate customers :) You all are awesome and I'm so happy to see a local business thrive! read more

Great bagels and the staff is always super friendly. They definitely do not skimp on the cream cheese!

Hands down the best place to get a bagel in the Des Moines area. Do be warned that this is a VERY busy place, especially on weekend! If you want to avoid the lines I would HIGHLY recommend ordering on their website if you have a certain time in mind for picking up a bagel. The bagels, cream cheese, and sandwiches are great. It is a very small space so if I typically take my bagel to-go or decide to eat it on their outdoor patio! The French Toast, Blueberry, and Pepper Jack bagels are my absolute favorites. The sandwiches are amazing and the empire is an absolute animal of a sandwich if you have a hefty appetite! The bagels are so soft and they have coffee drinks too! read more

5 Borough Bagels - Astoria Bagel Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clive, Iowa

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I was visiting Des Moines Iowa for the first time and my friend took me to five borough bagels. We are bagel snobs so I knew this was gonna be good. New York style is my favorite and they nailed it. Puffy and flavorful bagels with fresh tasting ingredients. I got a sausage egg and cheese on an everything bagel and it was perfect. The staff was very kind and the place was super clean. I will be back next time I visit! read more

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Wow ... what do you say except wow? Let's start with the bagels. There are too many places around that sell round bread with a hole in the middle and call it a bagel. There are a couple of decent bagel chains. This is the real thing. Soft and thick on the inside, a little bit of snap to the outside. Perfect New York style bagels. They even offer a couple of gluten free options. The cream cheese is made in house, and again ... wow. I had the scallion and the cucumber dill, both of which were incredible. There is a heaviness, a depth to it that you just don't get with mass marketed stuff. I'm looking forward to trying some of their sandwiches next time. But wow, it's worth it just for the bagels. read more

Ordered online for the family and it was ready and waiting for me right inside the door. The bagel breakfast sandwiches were excellent as usual. There are a plethora of options to customize your sandwich - pick your favorite bagel and toppings-some options at no cost and some at slight extra cost. I said thank you as I left and two different people responded with "You're Welcome" and "Hope you enjoy" We did!! read more

Why haven't I tried this place sooner? Definitely felt the NYC vibe when I went inside with the layout and decor. Ordered an egg and cheese plain bagel and I honestly can't remember when I've had a better bagel....great chew; the perfect texture and the sandwich was great. To accompany the sandwich I enjoyed a vanilla latte that tasted just how it was suppose to be. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I will definitely be back! If you haven't tried this place yet, don't wait as long as I did. read more

This is a GREAT spot to swing by for breakfast or coffee. Amazing atmosphere, modern interior and great food. Best bagels I've had in the Des Moines metro. TONS of unique options for cream cheese. Definitely will be coming back again! read more

5 Borough Bagels - Ham, Egg & Cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clive, Iowa

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It's so hard to find bagels that have just the right balance of crunch and chew, but these folks have gotten it right. They are generous with the cream cheese and offer a good 8-10 different flavors, including a tasty cucumber dill (which is terrific on a garlic bagel!). The coffee is good too. Friendly service and pretty quick, although very few were wearing masks (post-Thanksgiving, new variant just appearing). That may just be Iowa. read more

Nope, not even close to real bagels. Smallish, no surface crispness and little flavor. hey Sarah, I really look forward to trying the upgraded store, and will promise to re-comment. Thank you for taking the time. read more

Love this bagel place. Great selections all around & staff is always pleasant. Often order for pick up - quick & accurate.

We tried 5 Boroughs for the first time and it didn't disappoint! The Lox bagel was delicious with the perfect amount of ingredients. The Everything bagel was soft and chewy and the green onion cream cheese was so good! They definitely put a large portion of cream cheese on, so if you don't like that much, I would ask for half the amount. We will be eating here again! read more

5 Borough Bagels - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clive, Iowa

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I would be embarrassed but also very proud to admit to you the amount of times I've woken up in the morning and thought "I am definitely driving from Ames to Clive for a bagel this morning." I love it. My go-to orders is the bacon egg and cheese bagel sandwich or a plain bagel with the mocha chip cream cheese. It feels like a bagel shop that shouldn't be in Iowa because it's uh amazing. Their coffee has been pretty hit or miss for me though. Each day is different. They have some fun latte flavors if you are into branching out (not me) but my iced vanilla oat latte is on the really good side more often than not. I have seen their staff at high stress on a busy morning during high safety protocols and relaxed on a weekday morning - always very nice to me! Last time I went they were especially nice because the girl working was from Wisco so she understood the midwestern "bay-gel" that I was so embarrassed to say. Fun time. Will be back. Obviously worth the commute from Ames so if you're in the area - what are you waiting for?!?! read more

5 Borough Bagels - Bagels with Cream Cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clive, Iowa

Service was slow, order was wrong. Employee was obviously upset when I was annoyed. Waited 20 minutes for 2 dozen bagels to be sliced in half, (they only sliced half of them). The manager said it was my own fault, and I got what I deserved, because they thought I was rude and their negative behavior was appropriate and justified. She also scolds people when they leave a bad review. She tells them they shouldn't say negative things on the review, even if is accurate. I'm spoiled I guess, quick accurate service is what I'm used to. read more

Sure delicious. Yummy cream cheese. Cute atmosphere. Would recommend to anyone looking for a good bagel.

My lovely wife brought me home a poppy seed bagel with jalapeno cream cheese on the side. Stuck it in the toaster oven when she got home and loaded it with the "jalapeno" cream cheese. It was a bad bagel, the cream cheese tasted like bell or green chilies not jalapeno and the bagel was slightly stale. I took two bites and threw it in the trash. Disappointing. read more

They do NOT have tofu spread for bagels even though it's on their website. They now have black bean hummus!!??! Gross!! On a bagel???

One of the most consistent breakfast places in the metro. Sandwiches, bagels to-go, it's always great. They will even mix in multiple cream cheeses. Seasonal offers are interesting to try also! read more

The bagels are fantastic! It's sweet, soft, but chewy, and they toast the sandwich bagels which brings out more of the yeasty taste. I got the lox deluxe, the Bronx, a freshly squeezed OJ, and an iced chai lea latte. They packed the bagel sandwich full of meat and cheese, the OJ was sweet, refreshing, and has some pulp but not enough to give it any texture other than smooth. The chai lea latte was okay. It tasted a little watered down. Overall, the environment is cute and great for little social meetings, however it gets busy and loud. Would definitely come here again! read more

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10 stars out of 5. I had the ham, egg and cheese everything bagel with scallion cream cheese and we were all fighting over it at the table. Fresh squeezed OJ was a little pricey but delicious. My wife had the breakfast wrap which was also delicious. We're from out of town just stumbled in because it was close.. great decision. Go if you get the chance. read more

I RAVE about this place to anybody that I can. I always get an everything bagel, bacon, egg, and cheese with cream cheese spread. Ugh! Absolutely the most delicious thing I've ever had for breakfast or brunch. They offer fresh squeezed orange juice. Highly recommend that as well. They're always quick with the turn over, even when they're super busy. I will say I am looking forward to the new location with the amount of space it will offer. Highly recommend stopping by and getting yourself something. read more

WAITED 30 minutes for 3 bagels!!!!! Workers had their head up their asses and any sign of management was on existent. If i owned Brueggers bagels i would open a shop by this place and putvthem out if business WILL NEVER BE BACK!!!!! Bagels are not that good read more