LOVE!!! We got massages right next door and decided to try Bagels & Brew for brunch- we had such a nice time! They have a full menu (breakfast, lunch, coffee), and breakfast is served all day. The bagels are fresh and SO good. I got a latte, and my sister and I shared the french toast & avacadowich. The eggs were cold on the sandwich but other than that, everything was great. Really great prices too! We are excited to come back and also get some bagels and some of their unique flavored cream cheese to go. There are lots of tables, inside and outside. We opted to sit on the patio. There is no music so we just put some Parisian Cafe lofi on my phone to set the mood. Also love that all the plates and utensils are disposable. Staff were fab!! We will absolutely be back! read more

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Food is good but 4 mistakes and no apologies when you address is to the manager slow tues Cafe mocha.. turned into no caffeine French toast I aid for whip cream and bananas it didn't came on my plate I have to ask for another server Remake of coffee still didn't get that my ticket asked for a whip cream To go container dirty Manager on tues noon April 14 seems not willing to accept the error but combative to say I see a remake. The guys are nice but someone needs to read the ticket and some one needs to manage it. read more

This was our second visit to Bagels & Brew, and unfortunately it will likely be our last. Our first experience here was excellent, which is why we decided to come back. Sadly, the customer service we received this time was completely different and very disappointing. The order taker at the kiosk, Maria, was smiling, laughing, and very friendly with the customers ahead of us. However, the moment it was my husband's and my turn, her entire demeanor changed. She became cold, short, and acted as if we were inconveniencing her just by being there. There was no greeting, no friendliness, and the interaction felt uncomfortable from the start. To be honest, the contrast in how she treated others compared to us made us feel like we were being profiled, which is not something I've ever felt at a restaurant before. It was extremely uncomfortable and disappointing. I run a Tech company myself, so I fully understand how important world-class customer service is. Every customer deserves to feel welcomed and respected, no matter who they are. In the service industry, I would expect that standard to be even higher. Because of this interaction, what should have been a pleasant breakfast turned into a very negative experience. It's unfortunate, especially because we actually liked this place the first time we visited. For the ambience and the food! Sadly, after this experience we won't be returning, and we will be warning our friends and family about what happened. I hope management takes customer service more seriously in the future, because one interaction like this can drive loyal customers away. read more

I love this place. The sunrise sandwich is amazing, and the PRICES are stellar. It's cheaper to get a great bagel sandwich here than a breakfast at McDonalds. The place is packed and sometimes the wait can be long, but that's because it's popular. The fact that this place has 4 stars is a perfect example of what's wrong. With Yelp... people are far more likely to complain than to add well-deserved praise. read more

After going to Calf and Chick, we noticed Bagel and Brew across the street and a few of our friends wanted to check it out for more of a brunch vibe. Most people got bagels with eggs and drinks like coffee and matcha. Overall, everyone said their coffees and lattes were pretty good and exactly what they were looking for. I decided to get the Strawberry Matcha and my wife did too since it was recommended, but this was honestly a miss. As soon as we got it, the color was super pale green which was already a red flag, and after the first sip it just tasted like straight Strawberry Milk. No real matcha flavor at all, very milky, very sweet, and just not it. Definitely not a place I would ever order matcha from again. That being said, the bagels were actually really good. We tried a few different ones like a Sourdough, Wheat, and a more classic rainbow style bagel, and all of them were light, airy, and still had that fluffy but slightly chewy texture you want. The cream cheese was also very good. It seems like this place leans way more into their bagels than anything else, which makes sense. If you are coming here for bagels and coffee, you will probably be happy. Just skip the matcha. read more

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Bad service rude dirty dirty emotionally upsetting, and stressed being there I won't ever go here again

I used to visit the Mission Viejo location a lot before I moved closer to Lake Forest. I actually like this location a little better due to its corner location and its prettier outdoor seating. Although it's always busy, the line moves quick and the servers are so nice and welcoming. I love that they aren't just a bagel shop and you can get full meals. I do mostly get bagels, but I like having the option when I want a bigger meal for breakfast or lunch. read more

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I love this place! My friends take me here everytime we leave for our cruises. This place is always busy but there's plenty of seating. They have a huge menu and their breakfast bagels are amazing!! read more

Bagels & Brew - So good! - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

I've lived across the street from this location my entire life, so I'd like to give it a fair shot here. Their food is good, the menu is massive, and I've never once had a bad encounter with the folks running the shop. That being said, whoever it was who suggested they swap out their (admittedly outdated-looking) original online ordering system with their current one supported by Toast, should be made to pay a fine to me personally. It just doesn't work half the time and you constantly find yourself staring at a blank screen that won't let you add items to a cart that itself sometimes ignores the "Add to Cart" button. Again, I love the food, the staff is great, but management needs to either put some pressure on Toast to fix their ordering form or swap back to their old one because I'd rather leap from a ten-story window than have to enter and re-enter my order another time. read more

Came here this past Sunday with a friend around 8:30am and I guess we got there at a good time because it got packed as soon as we sat down and got our food! They have an extensive menu with a lot to choose from and while we were deciding a sweet lady came over mentioning how anything and everything that she's ordered here has been great and they haven't done her wrong since the past 8 years she's been coming. Even the waiter knew her and called her by name which gave me a lot of confidence when I placed my order! I got the Sun-dried Tomato & Basil Sunrise sandwich on an onion bagel, and my friend got a vegetable omelette with a side of sourdough toast. We sat down after ordering but didn't realize that they had extra seating further in the back right of the restaurant which may have been a quieter spot. The food came out pretty quickly and it was all still very warm and fresh from them making it in the back. I liked my bagel and appreciated the fresh, ripe tomato and onions with a fried egg on top, but my only wish was that I could have tasted the sun-dried tomatoes a bit better since I felt that pop of flavor was lacking (or maybe even entirely missing?). My friend shared with me her toast and omelette as well! The toast was great even despite my liking more of a crispy crunch (you can never really mess up toast), but similarly to my bagel, I felt the omelette was lacking a bit in a pop of flavor. Perhaps more salt and maybe using shredded cheese instead of laying a slice on top would have helped with that. Overall it was a decent breakfast and a filling way to start the day, but nothing to write home about. It does make me happy to see a place that's still around after such a long time and with that I can tell you will at least get consistent food and service. read more

Bagels & Brew - Vegetable omelette - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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My favorite bagel spot in OC! Great quality and good prices - they never disappoint. They have a huge menu, including non-bagel items, but really, who's coming here and not getting a bagel?! I often like to get boxes of bagels to bring in for team meetings - can easily order ahead online. Staff is always super friendly. Definitely gives you the chill local breakfast spot vibes where there are plenty of tables to sit and socialize with a group or bring a book/laptop to get work done. My favorite spot to recommend for a quick breakfast or chill spot to hang! read more

Wonderful start to the day, getting my jalapeño bagel with garlic, herb, cream cheese! Family members are with me, the employees here such as Emiliano, and Luke, add an extra Ray of sunshine to the day. It's always a positive vibe here, everybody from the community really appreciates Bagels & Brew. read more

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Great local hang out for breakfast and lunch. My wife and I met with a friend here recently and although I frequent the Mission Viejo location more often due to closer to my house, I used to live a block from this location. The food here is always good, there's so much more than just Bagels and Brew! They have very good breakfasts, and good sammiches too! This place can get busy, but it seems to always move quickly, and I've never had an issue finding a seat to eat. The bagels I've only had a few times and IMO they are bagels, nothing special, but still good. The service is always excellent and the workers are always super friendly and helpful. Plenty of parking! read more

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This place has a humongous menu, pretty much anything you could imagine. The bagel sandwiches that we got were both really good and the bagel itself was pretty OK as well. It gets pretty busy and seating can sometimes be a challenge but overall OK. read more

Bagels & Brew - Sunrise - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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I've been following Bagels & Brew on social media and finally went there to buy the colorful bagels. They are as pretty in person as they are in the pictures! A couple things to be aware of: 1. Apparently there is a restriction of 6 bagels per walkup order. Not sure if you can order more by calling in advance, but that was good to know from the sign near the cashier. 2. The bagels were a little more dry than regular bagels. The good news is that I smothered mine in cream cheese which hid that fact a little. I would like to go back and try their breakfast menu during my next visit. It was busy when I was there so I'm guessing that's a good sign. read more

Bagels & Brew - Patriotic bagel - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Pickle and brew in Lake Forest has always been a staple for teachers locally having coffee in the morning and having lunch on their lunch break breaks! Delicious sandwiches, salad soups very busy all the time indoor outdoor patios and a great staff read more

Bagels and brew is a Lake Forest staple. Lake Forest is where I grew up and bagels and brew is always on the list of where I need to visit to make sure I've done everything that is home. While the quality of the bagel is not the best I've ever had, it is unique bagel flavors, great cream cheeses, and a plethora of sandwich options. They also have other foods like omelets, baked goods, and drink options other than coffee. With all of this, I must mention that their service and seating options are great. They have a ton of outdoor and indoor seating options. Ordering at the counter is also made easy when they bring the items to your table and grab you anything you might need. Bagels and brew is a great breakfast or lunch option certain to please everyone. read more

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I was gobsmacked when Bagal & Brew closed their doors in Aliso Viejo. The place was regularly packed wall to wall. It was almost like I needed axle grease to slide in there. Anyway, they have a very relevant and tasty menu. Within this menu, they have one of the best Chicken Clubs. I had my Chicken Club made on an everything bagel. It complemented the bacon, juice, and chicken. Mentally, it sent me back to New York City. Time after time, they put quality in your hands despite the mad rush every morning. As for the vibe, it was definitely a hometown hangout. I've been missing you guys in and around Aliso Viejo. In fact, I'm trying to manifest you guys by taking over the old Starbucks location in The Market Place at Laguna Niguel, right next to Rubio's. read more

Bagels & Brew - Chicken Club - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Bagels & Brew is a local bagel place that I go to buy goodies for my coworkers. They have a wide range of flavors from classic to creative (like Hawaiian or jalapeño cheddar). They also have gourmet cream cheese of the month as well. According to their menu, their bagels are kettle boiled and made from scratch. Either way their bagels are big and tasty. Besdies bagels, the menu goes beyond with hearty breakfast sandwiches, salads, smoothies, and a variety of coffe drinks where they "proudly brew Kean Coffee." As this was a pickup during the weekday I didn't think I had to wait long. The store wasn't busy but the staff was a bit slow in getting my quick dozen and side of cream cheese. Another customer had to wait awhile as well as the only remaninig staff was still on his phone before making that customer's breakfast sandwhich! read more

A fantastic local neighborhood bagel joint, and while I'm not going to pretend like I'm any acolyte in terms of what makes a good bagel, though certainly I will say that the whole obsession over New York bagels is certainly overblown, what Bagels & Brew provides is a great casual experience where you can get a solid bagel and coffee in the morning. It's never been too crowded in my experience but certainly it's always lively, I've never had a hard time getting my order in and having it out in relatively record time. I personally almost always get a bagel sandwich, and they really load it up with the ingredients. My appetite is admittedly shrinking these days, but the portion sizes are pretty hefty and absolutely filling, at least in terms of the usual morning offerings. The prices are also pretty fair for the amount you get. I admittedly don't often crave bagels, but I certainly never regret coming here for breakfast. TIP: I love their new The Rancher, plenty of meat and a great sauce. read more

Bagels & Brew - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Great place to eat. Friendly staff. They do get busy, so plan accordingly. Plenty of parking is a plus.

Absolute deliciousness!!! I ordered the sunrise breakfast sandwich with sesame bagel. It was yummy and filling. Very flavorful! Beyond friendly customer service, since it was my first time there! Fun atmosphere with a huge menu selection. Also, try their pastrami on rye (toasted). Gooey, hot, juicy meat, and very tasty! Excellent potato salad! I highly recommend you get your bagels on Tuesdays. You'll thank me later. No issues, here! This place gets crazy at lunchtime, so give yourself some extra time eating at peak hours. Highly recommended! I LOVE their sandwiches, now!!! I'm definitely returning! read more

I have been coming to this location for 20 years, then moved away like a fool. Was recently back in town and made a beeline for my favorite place for breakfast. I can't believe it's taken me this long to write a review. First and foremost, I've always loved their rustic cafe vibe that celebrates coffee and good food. The kitchen is always hustling to get food out fast and hot. Gotta love that. We luckily came at the right time...no line! Got my favorite breakfast ever, the Baja scramble (no green chilis) with a toasted spinach & herb bagel. Food came out quickly! Was actually surprised because it typically takes roughly 15 minutes or so on busier days. The scramble was utter perfection...pepper jack cheese melted on top, perfectly diced red onions, crispy bacon, chunks of tomato and cilantro. This must be what heaven is made of. Every bite was utterly scrumptious, gooey, savory and fulfilling. I love the herbaceous flavor of the spinach and herb bagel...it's a perfect complement to this scramble. My only issue is that I ordered it toasted, easy cream cheese...and it was barely toasted and I took off enough cream cheese to spread on two other bagels, easily. It was a total waste. I know a lot of people love their coffee here but it's typically a pass for me since I'm a very high maintenance coffee drinker. My husband was the standard black coffee and thought it was robust and delicious. Excellent and friendly service. read more

Bagels & Brew - Baja scramble (no green chilis), with a toasted spinach & herb bagel - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Quick service and nice staff. Bagels are fresh and delicious. Smoothie was refreshing and sweet. I liked the unique peach flavor. Store is clean. read more

Bagels & Brew - Wipeout - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

This place could be an easy 5 stars if it wanted to. I just moved to the area and was looking for a nearby bagel spot. This place popped up on the list but I was kind of wary due to the middling reviews (3.7 at time of writing). I decided to just go check it out and was pleasantly surprised by the cute interior, good variety of bagels/breakfast options, and the secret standout - their delicious iced coffee. I've been about a dozen times since then and now I understand why this place scores on the lower end. It all comes down to the service. For whatever reason, the morning crew here is incredibly rude. Which is so bizarre considering the clientele is very local and consists of families, senior citizens and office workers grabbing something to eat on the way to work - A pleasant morning vibe. But every time I go in, the cashiers look like they want to kill me on the spot and are offended by my presence. No greetings or good mornings, just an icy cold stare that makes you uncomfortable. Ordering from them is incredibly painful and I've seen them be very short with some other guests who dare to ask a question or two. This is made even weirder by the fact that some of the workers are very nice, but for whatever reason they choose to staff the asocial A-team on the register. It honestly feels like one of those restaurants from Kitchen Nightmares where it turns out the owner/manager is a complete maniac making everyone miserable or something. I have a feeling there's some drama behind the scenes but c'est la vie. It's a shame because the place could be the perfect neighborhood breakfast spot, but as it stands you get treated better at Starbucks. In fact, if you look at all the 1star reviews, it's pretty much all due to the crappy service. I will be coming back because the food and coffee slap, but I suggest to anyone just either place an online or phone order and limit your interaction with the front as much as possible. Here's hoping they turn it around or idk just be a little bit nicer because I do enjoy coming here. read more

I generally like Bagels & Brew, but today I stopped in just for a cinnamon raisin bagel and it was not good. I've had them there before, and they were good. It has been awhile, but really? It didn't look right, or smell right. They should be brown with cinnamon, and have visible raisins; and smell like cinnamon. I actually thought the girl had grabbed the wrong one, so had it exchanged (still looked the same). I was hoping the flavor would at least be there. No such luck. It barely had any flavor at all. Very disappointing. I guess I will have to go elsewhere when I want a cinnamon raisin bagel in the future. read more

Bagels & Brew - Very pale. Where's the cinnamon? Just a few flecks of what must be raisins. - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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They don't take Apply Pay, only physical card and cash. Otherwise, the food was delicious and came out quick. They forgot the extra avocado at first but didn't charge us. Vanilla cold brew latte wasn't strong enough for me, but tasty. Good service and both indoor and outdoor seating. read more

Bagels & Brew - Prime rib dip sandwich and breakfast bagel open face - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Let me be honest, I was highly influenced to go here simply for the fact that they were offering Halloween bagels during spooky season and ya girl is a spooky girl BUT the bagels hit the freaking spot! The service was as fast as they could be, they were heavily busy when we had gone. I would say there was ample seating inside and outside but we had gone when some type of sports practice had ended so they were swamped to say the least. We eventually found seating and let me tell you, both the bagel sandwiches we got were so good! I had to get a few bagels to take home to my nieces and nephew but when my fiancé went to pay, they only had 1 left but right before he turned back around to come tell me, out comes some fresh ones! This is one of the few bagels spots that I know of that serves the bagels fresh all day long. The service was great, the bagels were so yummy. We'll definitely be back when we're in the area. read more

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I came here on a quite busy morning, and I was able to order pretty quickly despite that, which was really nice. It was poppin' in the store, and I saw a lot of bodies come in and out. I guess plenty of peope call their order in or place an order online. The store itself is really cute. It looks like a cross between an old-timey pub and a breakfast spot. I could definitely sit here and enjoy a good meal with some company. Onto the reason I gave it a 3. The bagels are a little bit disappointing for how well this place is rated. I found the everything bagel that I ordered (in an open faced sandwich) was a little gummy and dry. With so many chains that offer a decent bagel, I can't justify the quality and taste of the bagel here. Texturally, it's missing something for sure. It still is a cute little establishment, but I just wish it were a tad bit more elevated in quality. I'm never above giving a place a second chance, so I'll have to come back for a 2nd opinion at some point! read more

This is my all time favorite breakfast spot. Im not sure where to even start. Every time I go anywhere else for bagels, I always say, this is not even close to bagels and brew. I'm mainly writing this review because I would be lost if they close either of their current locations. This is single handedly the best bagel spot in Orange County and probably even further out. The portion sizes are generous, the prices are very reasonable, the menu is extensive, and they make your food to order. I mean who does that anymore! My bagel sandwich is $9 and I leave more content and full than chipotle. I saw some reviews of people upset that they had to wait 30 minutes. I want everyone to know that is not the norm. I just went this morning on a busy Sunday and had both my sandwich's within 10 minutes and mind you, they are hand making that stuff back there for you! Even if it took 30 minutes it would be worth the wait. I wouldn't give brueggers a dime with their McDonald's style ways of holding pre cooked eggs. I couldn't say enough good stuff about this place. Service is always great as well at all of their locations. We should be adding more bagels and brews around Orange County, not taking them away. read more

This is the best place to go for a rainbow bagels with birthday cake cream cheese. No other place in southern Cali has this. If Im wrong, message me Good rainbow bagels I will be going back for more read more

Bagels & Brew - Rainbow bagel - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Food is so bad and low quality. Almost nothing tastes good here and I'm pretty sure a lot of it is frozen food. My office orders all the time for some reason and it's well known in the office that the food sucks. read more

This is my first time at this particular location. I happened to nearby, so I dropped in for some impromptu bagels that my son's been asking for. I love the bagels and the variety here, the flavors are nice and the pricing isn't too bad with how expensive things are nowadays. It was very busy and it looked like they had lots of options for sandwiches, etc. I just wanted a dozen bagels so that's what I got. The customer service was a little bit lacking, the young lady who helped me was not very polite but not explicitly rude. I felt like I was bothering her just by placing an order ....but oh well.... I still like the bagels. read more

I don't remember how many times I had breakfast here when I lived in OC. Now that I live up in LA, I've been here twice. To explain so you don't think I'm whack - my best friend from GA was visiting. And this was one of the spots that I'd meet up with his family for breakfast before he moved away. You can say we're just keeping with tradition on his visits back to CA. Parking. Not an issue. Huge parking lot. Free. Never had an issue with parking. Not once. Service is friendly and patient. I say patient because there's usually a line. And you know how people can be making up their minds on what to get. I usually get the same thing. Cheddar Jalapeno Bagel, with cream cheese, toasted. Simple and is just enough for me. No table service. Get in line. Order. Find a seat if you're dining in. Then wait for your order to be delivered. Bus your own table and grab your own refill in the beverage station. I'd say see pics for the food but other than bagels, I've not tried anything else on the menu. I'm not a bagel connoisseur but I enjoy them here, their selection of bagels and cream cheese too. Like a previous review I just posted, I'll mention that this place is in OC and I live in LA. I won't make a trek just to come here but will do anytime and every time I'm meeting up with friends or family in OC and they suggest it. . read more

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Been going to this place since they had an Aliso Viejo location. Great bagels and a terrific breakfast menu. The only place I know of where I can get sourdough bagels read more

With bagels made from scratch every morning and a variety of housemade cream cheeses, I never go anywhere else. From bagels, sandwiches, and salads, everything always tastes fresh with generous portions at great prices. Service is always quick and friendly, and dining in is always a pleasant experience. read more

Amazing bagel sandwich has a plethora of breakfast sandwich options, great staff, and great outdoor eating. Very mom and pop feel.

The bagel was so so so good and the water cups were so nice. I loved that there was two people taking orders. read more

Bagels & Brew - Asher has a unicorn bagel with strawberry cream cheese. - Bagels Near Me - Lake Forest, California

We love the breakfast here, especially at the Lake Forest location where they make it even better. We eat there at least once a week, if not more. Highly recommend their breakfast sandwiches, especially the one with pesto sauce, it's amazing! Sometimes I order ahead online since the place gets so busy. They're very fast, and if you order ahead, your food is usually ready in about 10 minutes. read more

Service was terrible. Took almost 30 mins to get my to-go order because they "lost the ticket". What does that even mean. Cold food and late to work. Not a place to grab food before getting to the office. read more