I've been meaning to try Bagel Nosh Deli for ages, but my schedule usually brings me to Santa Monica well after their 2:30 PM closing time. I was finally in the area early enough to grab breakfast, and I'm so glad I did--this is easily one of the best spots for an early morning meal on the Westside. I've visited a few times now, and the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese breakfast bagel on a Jalapeño Cheddar bagel is fantastic. It's absolutely packed with jalapeños and loaded with cheese--it really hits the spot. The bagel itself is the star of the show: perfectly toasted, dense, and satisfyingly chewy yet soft. The eggs are cooked well, and the bacon is always perfectly crispy. On my second visit, I tried the Garlic and Onion bagel, which was also excellent. I've sampled a variety of their options, including salt, egg, and everything bagels, and every single one has been consistent in quality.I also picked up some bagels to-go for my son. Although he wasn't feeling well enough to eat them, my co-workers were more than happy to enjoy them instead! I'll definitely be heading back soon to grab a fresh batch and some strawberry cream cheese for him to try. I've officially found my new go-to bagel spot on the Westside! read more

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OUTSTANDING bagels! I ended up ordering the lox bagel w/everything, on an Everything bagel. It was incredibly fresh & delicious! It even came with a side pickle & carrots. It was served open-faced, which was a new experience & packaged perfectly for me to enjoy while on the go in the car. I wasn't expecting to pay $19 and it's understandable after appreciating every single bite! I felt pretty content from the sandwich and recall having a very light meal that evening. The team was friendly & efficientcient which always feels good! I appreciated being welcomed in a new establishment. Looking forward to splurging & enjoying next time! read more

Bagel Nosh Deli has been an OG spot for bagels in Santa Monica for 40+ years. There is fierce competition for bagel spots in LA the past few years and unfortunately this does not make the cut. They're a block away from the UCLA Medical Plaza and makes convenient spot to pick up food during appointments. For the food: The bagels are dense and doughy. The Bacon Egg and Cheese and Strawberry Cream Cheese Bagels were both heavy and chewy. If you need a snack, skip the bagels and try something else. read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - Strawberry Cream Cheese, Breakfast Sandwich - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Stopped in for my first time today and I was really impressed. I thought it was just a bagel shop, but it is honestly more of a deli and bagel shop hybrid. Basically you order at the counter and being that I was there for breakfast I was surprised to see a lot of breakfast options like pancakes, but I especially liked how most of the dishes included a bagel with it, which is what I was there for initially. I was able to find free parking in their tiny lot in the back, otherwise it will be street parking. It was quite busy when I arrived, but our food came out surprisingly fast after ordering it, and the staff was very friendly. Inside is quite large, there are many different size tables, no booths or counter seating, it is all regular sized tables. I did not see an outdoor eating area when I was there, everything was inside. For my breakfast, I chose an omelette, and with that it came with a bagel, so I decided to go with a cheddar jalapeño and really liked it. It was packed with jalapeños, and you can tell it was made that morning. The omelette was also a good sized portion and had great flavor. It's not a full service restaurant in that they don't have waiters tending to you, however, they will bring the food out to your table, and the staff that I encountered was very friendly and helpful. I would suggest to anyone and plan to be back again very soon. read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - Ham & Cheese Omelette - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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So happy to see the sweet owner still working hard here greeting his customers. It wasn't that busy this weekend. Seems like many are out of town for July 4th weekend. Usually there is a line up outside. I have loved the bagels and selection here since 1998 and it's a must if you love bagels!! They put capers in my cream cheese which I didn't like and I wish I knew that's what it meant when you ordered capers. I usually get in on the side. Yuck not doing that again! Will have to go back for my jalapeño bagels with jalapeño cream cheese next time!! Ambiance is a diner experience. Nothing fancy. read more

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This is an old-school , casual bagel, breakfast and lunch spot with neighborhood vibes. The bagels tasted great: chewy and fresh. The interior is low-key and could be cleaner and less clutter. There are lots of seating and tables inside so I like to come here once in a while to eat and work. Parking can be a real challenge. There is free 2 hour parking after 9am. Check the signs carefully. There is a small parking lot that can fit about 6 cars. Service was fine. read more

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Variety of bagels and plenty of breakfast options, but I always stick with the basics, scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, and turkey sausage. The staff is welcoming, and there's a really nice guy who makes sure your food finds its way to the table. They usually have the news on TV in the morning, and their flavored coffee keeps me coming back. Parking can be a little tricky, think of it as a warm-up before breakfast! read more

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this place is super delicious! great prices too, i just wish the bagels had more cream cheese on them like in new york, but really fantastic bagel regardless! read more

I've been here a couple times and loved it twice. They have gluten free bagels for their bagel breakfast sandwiches. And they have some real characters working there. The British man saw me in my white coat and gave me a few good laughs. I've always been grabbing food on the run, but there's plenty of seating to stay and chat. Good ambiance. read more

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This place has amazing staff and amazing bagels. If you like breakfast, I highly recommend. read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - Turkey-Pastrami Sandwich on an onion bagel and Side of Potato Salad So good I'd come again! - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This is an experience! Super spot for breakfast - tasty food and trendy. We enjoyed a few breakfasts here and hope to return again soon when we're back in town. read more

Loved the matzo ball soup and 1/2 pastrami sandwich.Cinnamon raisin bagel with cream cheese.Great place for a quick bite but yet filling. read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - Pastrami on rye - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Simple and basic, this place hasn't changed much since the 1980s. Except prices, of course. The menu is a good combination of breakfast favorites and deli and burgers for lunch. The bagels are excellent. If you are a fan of fresh squeezed orange juice, there's is fantastic, but it's expensive. The staff is friendly and food is delivered quickly. Parking in the neighborhood is a challenge, but be patient and you'll find something. read more

Best bagel in locks ever. They know how to toast that bagel so it's perfect and the locks are the right temperature not too cold with the perfect amount of onions and capers. These people know exactly what they are doing. The place is clean. The parking was easy, although it was a Saturday during rush-hour. I would recommend getting there earlier. read more

I'm a sucker for deli ambiance, and especially a well established one. I used to walk to Bagel Nosh from my old apartment in SM, but since moving to the South Bay, I have missed this breakfast spot. They have excellent bagels and build a very good breakfast for whatever your taste. They have the BEST corned beef hash that your taste buds have ever exoerienced! Good coffee, excellent fresh squeezed OJ, and i always get an everything bagel with cream cheese. read more

I used to go to bagel nosh deli years ago and now it's around the corner from where I work! Loved walking into the New York vibe with baseball playing on the tv and a wide selection of New York bagels, flavored, cream cheeses and sandwich options. I felt right at home and service was quick and friendly! read more

I had a bagel and an omelette with mushrooms and it was delicious. I will definitely come back.

I visited and had a deeply upsetting encounter with a staff member named Ryan .During my interaction, he was extremely rude and made a racist comment- This behavior is unacceptable and made me feel two Pennie's high . I hope management addresses this immediately. Not certain if the owner will even do anything about this since Ryan is the owners grandson. How could this even be allowed ? read more

Delicious lox notch on an everything bagel. Pretty authentic Brooklyn deli but much bigger than the ones I frequented in NY. Bagels are delicious. Had to buy a bag of bagels too! They look so good. read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - Lox, tomatoes, red onions, capers on the best cream cheese spread I've tasted yet. - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I had this place a few years ago but I didn't remember it so I had to come back and give it another try. I got the veggie sandwich on an everything bagel and it came with a side of potato salad. The sandwich was really good and the bagel was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It had a good amount of people inside for a Wednesday morning. Overall, I would definitely come back for another bagel. Street parking and clean bathrooms read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - Veggie Sandwich on a bagel - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California

They make the best bagels!!! We lived in Henderson, NV for several years and we were having to go back and forth because I needed to get medical care from UCLA for health problems. NV is a medical desert! We would buy dozens of bagels when we were at UCLA and bring them back to Henderson to freeze. They freeze great! We would try to buy enough bagels to last until my next visit to UCLA. We would also buy their bagel chips. They are wonderful too. They last forever! Keep them in a plastic container or plastic bag and get all the air out. I use them as croutons in salads and soups. I also eat them plain. I love them too! We now have moved to Santa Clarita and continue to buy their bagel and bagel chips. When we go to Westwood or Santa Monica UCLA doctors we buy the bagels and bagel chips. We know I am going to have to go to the doctors again and we try to buy enough bagels and chips so that we don't run out! read more

My favorite bagels in the world. Even when I'm just running errands nearby I will stop off here to buy a couple bagels and eat them whole in my car read more

FALSE ADVERTISEMENT!!!! The bacon burrito was a major disappointment! After traveling cross town in morning traffic I must admit the $26.56 (for 2 bacon burritos) was NOT a wise purchase. The time spent with my son was lovely; however, the food was subpar. BTW change the name to potato and bits of bacon. At least the name won't be misleading! read more

This is my kinda spot. 5 stars for the silly pictures of the bagels on the case alone. The is a no frills, casual restaurant. Certainly nothing special on the outside, but the old diner feel definitely drew me in. You order at the counter, give you a number and bring your food out to your table. Plenty of seating inside. Great selection of breakfast items, bagels, sandwiches, drinks and snacks. Coffee is hot and self serve. I got an everything bagel with lox and cream cheese. It hit the spot. Great meal! Lox and bagel were both super fresh. Bagel didn't have a hard crust or much of a chewy texture, it was on the softer side. I still enjoyed it. Lots of everything bits on it too! These are the important details for bagel nerds like me. This would be a great place to pop in for a casual breakfast with friends or to grab a bagel on the go. Service was also top notch! I appreciated how willing they were to explain the menu and answer questions. This place has a homey vibe and tons of regulars. You can tell this place is well loved! Free coffee refills too! read more

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I absolutely love coming to Bagel Nosh for breakfast because it's super yummy and the customer service is wonderful. I love the iced coffee here and I wish I could just stay and dine in but I'm always taking it to go and enjoy at home. It's super cool vibes and really yummy selection of food. I love bagel places! My favorite here is the jalapeño cheddar and it has a nice kick to it. read more

When a family member was having a procedure at the UCLA medical center the block away, this bagel restaurant was the perfect place to grab breakfast while I waited. I was impressed to find that they also serve full breakfast - not just bagels! Although I did end up just getting bagels here and they were delicious! I got the everything bagel and it was fluffy on the inside and had toppings on BOTH sides which I love. I got it toasted with cream cheese and they were generous with the amount of cream cheese and they put it on both sides of the bagel. I also got a chocolate bagel with chocolate chips for my kids with strawberry cream cheese. I was super impressed that the strawberry cream cheese had actual chunks of real fresh strawberries in it! I ordered both bagels to go and I really liked that they put the bagels in their own respective to-go box. Both bagels were open faced side with the top along side the bottom of the bagel and then plastic wrap over the container. I also ordered bottles of their fresh squeezed orange juice (since a friend of mine ate her and said it was delicious) and it lived up to the high expectations because the orange juice was super good and you could tell it was fresh squeezed. If I had wanted to eat in they actually have a large dining room with plenty of seating. You order at the counter, pay at the next counter and then they bring your food to you at the tables (or call your name if you get it to go). They were busy when I was there but the wait wasn't bad at all. Overall, I had a great experience here and will come back for sure when in the area! read more

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I don't go here often, but when I do, I'm guaranteed getting the pumpernickel bagel with strawberry cream cheese

I had the bagels and fresh lox. They had good service great bagels and breakfast. They also have a nice atmosphere very relaxing and a great place to have breakfast. I would recommend it to everyone. read more

Bagel Nosh Deli in Santa Monica offers consistently delicious food. I had the bagel and lox, and the bagels are perfectly boiled and baked--chewy on the outside, malty and delectable on the inside. Prices are higher than average. The staff is friendly, though the line can be slow, and there's no clear sign that to-go orders are picked up at the back cashier. The lively, bustling deli atmosphere adds an old-school charm to the experience. read more

Pro-Tip: Parking is limited to about five spots behind the restaurant. It's a tight squeeze, so if parking acuity is questionable, I'd recommend finding street, metered parking. Little deli, New York style in Santa Monica offers a great selection of breakfast/brunch items. In typical NY style fashion, customers pick their order, get a ticket, then defray the cost at the cash register checkout. Open early, I get nostalgic coming here. IT feels like a relic of the past aka mid 2000s when people would drink their morning cup-o-joe over what is called a newspaper. *A newspaper is a hardcopy paper like substance, that is physically hard-pressed that is now obsolete. Citizens are informed on local/national happenings by newspaper articles usually by paying per diem (like at a local outlet) or a monthly subscription where its directly delivered to your doorstep. This is old school. And real. When I came here in the morning, the patrons were not on their smart phone. I wish we can go back to the day. I ordered an 'everything bagel' with a plain cream cheese spread. It was amazing. The bagel was thick and fluffy and commensurate in price to most on brand, nationally recognized franchised breakfast places. The cream cheese spread was thick, creamy and very fresh. It had a nice polish to it, and the spread was quite tasty. Bagel is bifurcated in half, as to give the customer a choice: eat in halves or whole. Would recommend the way it is and eat in halves. But if you're more of a discrete person, then opting in to the other choice is right for you! read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - Everything bagel (served in halves) with plain cream cheese spread. Great . - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Do yourself a favor while walking down memory lane and walk on by. It was really good years ago but now... no love in the food. None. No nice greeting at the door, just a guy that seemed tired of being there. I got eggs with breakfast meat aka sausage and a bagel. The eggs were over cooked and the sausages were two little shriveled up pieces of meat. My friend got the French toast served with nonsalted butter that literally tasted like nothing. The bacon was three sorry looking pieces of some store bacon. Was talking with friends about it and they basically said the same. Sadly this place is just tired. read more

Straight up garbage breakfast burrito. All potato no eggs. Didn't add any of the extra ingredients, didn't even put cheese in the burrito wtf! So bad. read more

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I so wanted to like this place. Every neighborhood needs a place like this. My issue is if you have "bagel" in the name of your restaurant, you should have really good bagels. Sadly, in the bagel category they fell short. Otherwise, service is friendly and made good suggestions and had helpful commentary on the breakfast specials. The coffee was average, with the decaf edging out the leaded version for taste. Ambiance... well, there's not much here to write home (or Yelp) about, but there's something comforting about the bare bones setting (which reminded me of the now closed 'Label's Table'). I'm going to give this place a few more tries... I walk by it in the morning, and I really want it to be good... Perhaps my psychic will will be strong enough to move the needle. read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - Order up - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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My husband (African American)went to the restaurant for the first time, planning not just to order for himself and me, but also for several of my coworkers. While the staff were pleasant, he was made to feel very uncomfortable by an older Hispanic man standing at the register who stared at him intensely, as if suspecting he was going to rob the place. It's disappointing to be stereotyped in that way, especially when simply trying to support the business and do something kind for others. We hope the management addresses this so that all customers feel welcome and respected. read more

I recently "rediscovered" the Bagel Nosh after a long absence (time flies) and am only reviewing the breakfast experience. When you are in the mood for an ample and decent breakfast, in an unassuming space, with quick service, Bagel Nosh will hit the spot with a sledge hammer. read more

The food was delicious I definitely recommend, service was so fast and the overall ambiance is cute and very cozy! read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - Breakfast cinnamon Bagel with Honey-Walnut Raisin Cream Cheese - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Usually a very busy place in the mornings but the food never misses. Worth the wait and love the ambiance. Also not a bad place to order food to go before you head over to the beach. read more

I am sad to write this review, but I was generous with the 3 stars. My daughter has been craving Rainbow Bagels ever since her NY trip! She (and I) were so disappointed when we tried this place. Quality/Quantity - Below average; all 3 bagels tasted at least a day old and NOT toasted... Rainbow bagel with strawberry cream cheese - the cream cheese was too thin and watery. Rainbow bagel with rare roast beef, pickle and a side of potato salad - the bagel was tough to eat, definitely not toasted. The pickle and the potato salad were good. Sliced nova lox on rye bagel - again, the bagel was tough to eat and the side of carrots did not wow us; see picture. Atmosphere - Open 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch, see website or Yelp. Free Wifi Monday to Friday, see picture. Limited small parking lot, probably best to park on the street. Good size indoor seating, limited outdoor seating. Clean bathrooms with good reading material, see pictures. Service - Okay, counter service. Price - $32 + Tip. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1978, wishing you the best; not sure if we will be back as all 3 of our dishes disappointed us. read more

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Ordered a tuna sandwich on a bagel, asked for it toasted with added cheddar got neither- almost no tuna at all on a tuna sandwich? Was charged extra for a side of fruit instead of chips and it is joke sized. read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - This is the "side of fruit" that's almost $2 extra - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Heavy bagels, no texture and over creamed. Could not eat the darn thing. It's about the bagel and dough, not the cream cheese. Coffee- terrible. read more

Bagel Nosh Deli - Bagels Near Me - Santa Monica, California