This business is no longer at this location. When they were there, their bagels were excellent.read more

Well, it's not the worst bagel I've ever had. But it is the second worst. And I have lots of…read morebagels. However the service was far and away the worst I've ever had. It took 30 minutes to get 6 bagels and a waffle. And the 3 people who ordered after us all and I mean ALL got their food a full 10 min before us. All the whole the AC is out. It 85 degrees outside. Then after all of that this is the bagel I got. Supposed to be lox cream cheese. What would you call that? I'm telling everyone, stay away.

I LOVE their Black Russian bagel. It's so delicious! The Owner and employees are very nice here…read more They seem to have great lunch specials. Would love to try one of these days.

In Howell Plaza, you will find a little spot where you can find bagels, subs, sandwiches, and…read moremuffins. Brand: 4/5 Outside, the sign outside the business did not reflect the logo used for the brand, which has an updated look. Despite the outdated sign, I will say that I like the new logo, since it has that western aesthetic that maintains a sense of classiness. Inside, the classic brown tiles of the floor have an inviting vibe, along with the glass counters showing the food. Website: 3/5 It welcomes you with the standard Slice theme that comes with restaurant website, but only at the bare minimum. Because it typically applies to pizzerias, this red-and-green theme works against the website, since it could mislead the consumers. Also, none of the menu items have any images accompanying them. Ambiance: 4/5 The television did blare a little bit, and the table we sat at was near the cleaning area, so that sink smell kept coming. Nonetheless, I did think that the chairs felt comfortable enough and the tables had a large enough space between them. The waiting counter has a wide enough space to bring anyone's order into view without it becoming a nuisance. Service: 5/5 The staff went through great lengths to ensure we had an accommodated experience. Wait Time: 5/5 We experienced no interruptions during our wait time, and the orders came quickly. Food: 4/5 I ordered the Italian, which is essentially an Italian sub with salami, ham, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, onion, tomato, mayonnaise, vinegar, and oil, with orange juice. The ingredients and the buns had a fresh, natural preparedness. The buns held their form even as the ingredients started to pour out. I will say that the flavor resembles the Italian subs from other restaurants, though in this case, the mayonnaise had the most profound flavor which complemented the sub well. I did think that it had too much grease on it. A rule of thumb of mine is if I need to use multiple napkins to wipe my hands, then the food is too greasy. Worth The Money?: 3/5 Concerning food, I think that it reflects the internal conflict of the establishment's identity. Is it Italian-based? Is it diner-based? A strong recommendation I can make is to provide some menu items so unique they set King of Bagels and Subs apart from the other eateries into its own niche buffer zone. Hybrid eateries do exist and I can see a bagel-and-Italian diner working, but I just do not see it with the website. The food works with the ambiance, since it will offer you many options with a clear space. Likewise, the meals had the appropriate amounts of wait time and service. I did not have to worry about waiting, since the staff care about their customers. I do think that while the logo does have a good design, it only works so much, since I do not know how much the business itself reflects off the theme, especially if the menu appears pretty standard. I would recommend including that logo into more spaces, including even the sign if becomes possible. I will say that the menu items can have a high price. Is the price ultimately worth it? Not unless you wish to support local businesses. Other than that, any issues beyond principles will not entice you to go to King of Bagels and Subs. Rating: 4/5 Stars I can see how this establishment could become the King of Bagels and Subs, with the Howell Plaza as its demesne and the consumers' happiness as its regal mandate. For now, I do not see it. Recommend To... Anyone who works around Howell Plaza and need a quick bite at any time of the day. I can easily see how the King of Bagels and Subs could serve someone three courses in a single day, whether breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner.

I'm often grabbing bagels for my staff on Breakfast Fridays. Bagels here are very good and the…read morecreme cheese flavors come in a variety, so that's a plus for my staff, everyone likes the vege and regular, I like the sugar one.. I would, lol, according to my team. ANYWAY, reasonable prices and grab an apple turnover they are perfect and I don't share them. Get there early on weekend or Fridays, they get busy.

Ordered breakfast ahead it wasn't ready when we got there and then got back to work only to find…read moreout pancakes with no syrup no utensils what a waste of time!!!!

Awesome bagel place super quality food and Sam is super nice. My salmon bagel was delicious with…read morethe fresh jalapeño cream cheese. And super quick service.

Two croissants with butter and it was $9.60! I could've gotten two sandwiches at Wawa for 10 bucks…read moreand there was nothing at all special or unique about the croissants but talk about price gouging I mean it's a croissant/and probably cost $.10 to make with the butter Last time going there sorry bagel run

This review isn't for the food. The food is usually 4-4.5…read more This is to warn you that if you are running short on time and think ordering ahead will save time - DONT. Your food will not be ready in the 10 mins they tell you. Or order 30 mins in advance if you need to grab and go. I've ordered ahead several times and still waited as if I had just walked in. This time I swear the ticket wasn't even printed until I came in and paid. I get it they are busy. Hiring more workers may not be an option to keep up with demand. Just be warned and plan accordingly.

Love stopping here to pick a quick bite. Staff is nice and the bagels are pretty darn good. We…read morerecently purchased a bag of bagels and everyone loved them.

Very thin sandwich. It was not filling at all. When I…read morearrived, I asked to use the 20% off check-in coupon and the lady said she did not know why the coupon was on yelp because she didn't approve it.( guessing she was the manager). However, she did honor the coupon. Nothing special, wouldn't go back.

Absolutely disgusting sandwich and bagel. Zero quality: the bagel was overcooked and tasteless and…read morethe inside was gross. I had to throw it out

Just entering Aldrich Plaza, the prominent presence of New York cuisine invites you with its unique…read moresignage. Brand: 5/5 Pertaining to the exterior, you could not miss it. Big City Bagels has a prominent front easily identifiable on Aldrich Plaza. The interior has an expansive space, with many parts that make it stand out from any other bagel shop, such as a television showing the game. The logo perfectly represents the establishment, for its unique design consists of the New York City skyline, a coffee cup lid, and a half bagel as components. These directly reference Big City Bagels' origin in New York City, and their menu items which include coffee and bagels. I love how companies chock so much meaning in their logos, for it is reminiscent of the Turkic tamgas which would directly inspire the Ukrainian trident; and the Japanese mons. While I do have an issue with the name of the establishment having too much length to memorize, I do think that the logo outweighs it to the point it does not notch off a star for branding. Website: 5/5 It is simple to navigate with its abundance of information. Most of the menu items have their own images, but only by a slim majority. It offers a backstory on the restaurant, and discloses that it does offer discounts to public servants and donates to local causes. The website overall offers a wide variety of resources such as events and hiring, all within a simple color scheme that does not overwhelm you when you browse through it. Ambiance: 5/5 It can get noisy for it is a popular spot with many customers regardless of the time of day. I would say that the large space handles it quite well. It also has the appropriate temperature at this month. Service: 5/5 The staff have a cordial tie to the customers. They clearly show passion for Big City Bagels. Wait Time: 5/5 I managed to receive my order after I nearly finished writing a single paragraph in my spiral-bound journal. I commend the establishment for having a system in place to facilitate a quick order. Food: 5/5 I ordered the Buffalo Breakfast Wrap, which consists of eggs, bacon, cheese, and buffalo sauce within a spinach wrap, along with orange juice. I can say that as a night owl, this definitely woke me up with as much efficiency as a cup of coffee. The bacon had a much more profound taste than the eggs, giving the wrap a crispy taste. The wrap held together well without any of the contents falling off. The hot sauce gave the wrap a fair amount of spiciness, but not enough to give the wrap a repulsive taste, perhaps because the spinach wrap neutralized the heat. Worth The Money?: 5/5 As a father-and-son-owned eatery, Big City Bagels hopes to give back to the community, which indeed has far more benefits than any major chain eatery. I can see how they fulfill the local multiplier effect, making them a local business worth frequenting. For an establishment as bustling as Big City Bagels, you would hope that their website would catalog many images of the menu items, however there are significant gaps of menu items without images. However, as noted before, the logo itself makes Big City Bagels enjoyable, since it employs so much meaning that perfectly represents them. The preparation of the Buffalo Breakfast Wrap was appropriate for the wait time, for it steamed when I opened the foil. For personal suggestions, I would like to see more images of the menu items on the website. I would also like the see the signage outside updated to the new version of the Big City Bagel logo. I will say that factoring in the environment and the experience, the price of that Buffalo Breakfast Wrap was definitely worth it, even if the price is slightly higher. Rating: 5/5 Stars As a proud Jerseyan, this establishment destroyed any preconceptions I may have had about New York cuisine. I did offer one of the staff who served me a tip of $3.86, and whether she got it or not has weighed on my conscience. Recommend To... Anyone who knows someone in New York City, for the establishment encapsulates the New York experience with a booth and a foiled meal. I also recommend it if you are a night owl like me and need a good spicy breakfast dish to wake you up.

I only come here for bagels and breakfast. Hospitality is fine but I've never been disappointed by…read morethe quality of the food and they always listen to exactly what you want.

Ordered pancake and French fries through Uber Eats. It took an hour to get here. No requested…read moreutensils for pancake. No salt or pepper for fries.

It's Lakewood where the norms of commerce and customer service are always Twilight Zone mysterious…read more As many have said, the lines here are excruciatingly long but the bagels are a cut above - maybe not worth the wait great but very good nevertheless. If you have time to kill the bagels do as well. But you won't get an argument from me if you want to save thirty minutes and pop into ShopRite. Four stars for authenticity.

A friend's recommendation. I had to come! We ordered 2 hit…read morecoffees + the rosemary everything be filled with cheddar cheese scrambled egg .... as well as a avocado bread ! There were lots of people behind the counter, taking care of everyone. They have drive-through service as well as take away and inside dining. This place is very popular !! They had savory options as well as sweet baked goods. They also had a handwashing station as well as free samples of bagels ! We really enjoyed our food !! Fresh and flavorful and such a great experience. I look forward to coming back. We even got some baked goods to go because we're expecting snow in the afternoon today !!! Wonderful ambience & lots of seating !! Great , friendly service!!

Always great service and fantastic food.Kosher ingredients push the cost up a bit but definitely…read moreworth the surcharge. Always fresh and interesting ingredients both classic and ethnic for all tastes and palates.Highly recommend

Seems much better. Better run, more consistent, better customer service. Great new manager.read more

Website says that they are open at 5 am. They are not open at 5 am. The full menu is not…read moreavailable, because they have changed to Kosher. I have no problem with any religion, (please pray for me), but my menu choices should not be restricted by other people. Their online menu does not reflect this. I drove an hour and a half at very early morning hours only to have to wait and then not get a full breakfast. They need to update their website to show their true operating hours and to reflect that their online menu is false.