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    4.4 (496 reviews)
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    Updated 3 months ago

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    Lox on an everything, tomato on an everything
    Diane N.

    A truly delicious New York must-get when you're around the area. Savory sourdough open face bagels topped with balanced ingredients. I came to Apollo Bagels twice during my trip to New York, and it was worth it. Depending on the time, the line varies, but there will definitely be a line. It does move pretty fast since it's just a quick order system and then you step to the side for them to call out your name. This spot has some tables, but I would recommend preparing for them to not have any available when you are there since they can get pretty packed. On the right there are small tables for you to sit, while on the left there are standing tables. Apollo Bagels specializes in their sourdough bagel and offers 3 variations (plain, sesame, or everything). They have a couple of bagel toppings to choose from, my favorite being the tomatoes, which add a nice refreshing taste balanced with a coating of olive oil and salt and pepper. I added a scallion cream cheese for $1 more and it was great. Heads up, they also have vegan cream cheese that you can sub for $1 more. Other than that, the salmon is good and the whitefish is a silent killer of a combo. The pickled cucumbers mixed with the saltiness of the salad were chef's kiss.

    salmon lox and tomato bagels

    Lived up to the hype. Both bagels were delicious. Ate it a second time on my last day in New York. star guideline: 5 - 100% recommend, need to come back 4 - would get it again 3 - fine meal but wouldn't care to come back 2 - not good, preference to not come back 1 - reallyyyy bad

    Everything bagel with cream cheese and tomato
    Angeleo B.

    Apollo Bagels is hands down the best bagel I've ever had! We ordered the Everything Bagel with tomato and chive cream cheese (I think), and oh my God--it was absolutely incredible. Jad sea salt and olive oil on top. The bagel was fresh, perfectly chewy, and packed with flavor. Honestly, one of the best things I ate during my trip. The staff was very sweet and welcoming, and the place was clean and well-maintained. I would highly recommend Apollo Bagels to anyone looking for an amazing bagel experience. Can't wait to come back

    Jennifer R.

    Finally tried what everyone is raving about! Apollo Bagels absolutely nailed the classic lox bagel experience. The smoked salmon sandwich was loaded with silky, fresh lox layered generously over a perfectly toasted everything bagel with a thick spread of rich cream cheese. The capers added the perfect salty bite, while the fresh dill and thinly sliced red onions gave every bite a bright, refreshing flavor that balanced everything beautifully. The bagel itself was incredible and crunchy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and packed with flavor from the sesame and seasoning crust. Every ingredient tasted fresh and high quality, and the balance of textures was honestly perfect. Paired it with their fresh orange juice and it made the whole meal feel even more refreshing. The juice was freshly-squeezed, naturally sweet, and was the perfect complement to the savory richness of the lox sandwich. Simple ingredients done exceptionally well. Apollo Bagels easily serves one of the best smoked salmon bagels I've had that's fresh, flavorful, satisfying, and absolutely worth the hype.

    Smoked Salmon (bottom) & Tomato (top)
    Kaitlyn P.

    There's a reason this place gets so much hype. I came on a Sunday during lunch and only waited in line for about 15 minutes, which was honestly not bad at all. The lady helping us at the cashier was incredibly friendly and had the most infectious energy. I ordered the Smoked Salmon and Tomato on an everything bagel, and oh my goodness, both were absolutely delicious. The amount of cream cheese was perfect. The toppings on the smoked salmon were paired so well that every bite just came together perfectly. The bagel itself was crispy and not overly thick like your average bagel. The tomato bagel was super refreshing. For the price, it is totally worth it. This spot is now a must visit every time I'm in New York.

    Lox bagel
    Masumi T.

    Apollo Bagels was a great surprise. We were meeting my friend's family there, and since they were running late, we ordered for them. The line looked long and a little intimidating, but it moved quickly, and before we knew it our food was ready just as the family arrived. I didn't notice any seating inside, so we all walked to the nearby park to eat. My friend and I split an open‑faced lox and cream cheese bagel, and it was the perfect amount. They only offer three bagel flavors -- plain, sesame, and everything -- which keeps things efficient. I was genuinely surprised by the blistered skin on the bagel; it made it crunchy, unique, and incredibly delicious. I've never had a bagel like it. Looking at the menu (and at what people were eating outside), the whitefish sounded amazing and the tomato one looked especially popular. I definitely want to go back.

    Belinda T.

    This was an interesting experience as a visitor from LA--instead of grabbing a famous New York bagel, I wound up here for some LA-style bagels?! Is LA-style a thing? I'm calling it that since I've been to so many bagel shops back home serving bagels almost identical to this. $15 for the lox was a good price, although none of the bagels are heavily topped. Also got a white fish which had a very conservative amount of fish, and a very meh tomato bagel. Our favorite was definitely the lox. The toppings were fresh and the bagel toasted crispy with a nice chew. My friends (not from LA) all loved it, it was just fine for me, although I can see why there's hype since this is way different than the traditional NY bagel. Got here shortly after opening and there was no line. Waited less than 10 min from time of order to receiving our food. The freshly squeezed OJ was kinda expensive but good. At least it's better than Courage and I'll die on that hill.

    Everything bagel vegan cream cheese tomato
    Jai G.

    Wow. An item this simple has no right to be this excellent. Absolutely jaw dropping. I honestly don't know how the vegan cream cheese tastes because the tomato and olive oil and everything bagel were so deeply flavorful - so you can go vegan with no losses! The staff were efficient and quick. I love the simplicity of the venue and straightforward nature of the shop and the menu. I will absolutely be back (whenever I'm back in NYC).

    Qinyue H.

    Great stuff! I'd heard so many good things about the tomato bagel, but when I finally took a bite, it still surprised me. The tomato was bursting with rich olive oil flavor, and the cream added even more layers to the experience. It was just as satisfying as one filled with meat. I came here at 2:30 p.m., so there wasn't much of a line, and every staff member was so friendly and nice. The space is small but clean.

    Tomato bagel.
    Mark S.

    I can confidently say this is my favorite bagel in the city. I love the flavor of their sourdough bagels. It really elevates the experience! I've tried everything, and they're all great. My favorite is the tomato bagel with scallion cream cheese. The tomato offers a nice refreshing bite, and when paired with the scallion cream cheese and everything bagel, you get three great flavors culminating together for the perfect bite. Now, the line can be really long, but it moves extremely fast. They have their systems down, which is so nice, and while there is no seating inside, I love just walking right over to Tompkins Square Park and enjoying my delicious bagel there. If you're looking for a great New York bagel experience, I highly recommend Apollo Bagels!

    Keyla P.

    No frills establishment. The bagel tasted fresh as did the toppings. Service was good. Wish they had more indoor seating. Would try diff variations next time. Very fresh salmon.

    Jerry H.

    This was a very solid bagel but to be honest, kind of let me down. I thought my mind was gonna be blown on how much better nyc bagels are, but there's not much of a difference to me. At first I thought I'd be able to notice the difference like how I can notice the difference between shitty McDonald's fries and amazing McDonald's fries but this was kind of like the difference between warm McDonald's fries and hot McDonald's fries. Scallion cream cheese was good though but nothing crazy as well

    Christopher T.

    It's simple but tasty. Minimal but yet filling. Went here for breakfast and it was a great choice over all. Went to this location since a fan of "Friends" show. Big, spacious and yet elegant decor and set up's. Staff are nice and friendly. Not a big menu but enough to choose from for each day of the week. Got just simple everything double toasted with cream cheese and a lox on everything bagel too. The bagel simple delish, well textured and chewy but yet soft inside. With so many busting favor on each bite. The cream cheese is tasty and adding extra layer creamy rich favor onto the bagel. The lox is fresh and simply delish, reminded me of the one I had in Denmark ask for breakfast too. Yum!

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    Was pleasantly surprised with the tomato's (not a huge tomato fan) and I loved the crunch of the everything bagel.

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