I have been enjoying bagels from Bagelworks for the past 25 years. They are an Upper East Side in the Lenox Hill area. They have stood the test (or taste) of time because of their delicious, freshly baked bagels. They have the perfect combination of a soft chewy texture on the inside and a wonderful crisp crust on the outside. There's so many options when it comes to what type of bagel to order, it's hard to decide because they're all so good. There is also a large variety cream cheeses, which are all made on the premises. You can't go wrong with the lox bagel - plentiful, flavorful lox, cream cheese and capers. I love their chicken salad. It's always so fresh, tasty and it doesn't have too much mayonnaise. The staff is friendly and attentive. The coffee is good and it's a perfect way to start your day! read more

Awesome breakfast sandwich. Crumb cake with chocolate was spot on. Will be back to this local staple.

I was a bit hungry but I was planning to get an early lunch so I decided to split a bagel. I saw the flat bagels and thought I would try that. I paid and waited. I got my bag. There were two identical bagels in the bag so my friend went back in to pay for it despite it not being my mistake. I didn't ask for 2 bagels. I now had to eat a whole bagel and because it was a flat everything bagel it was a bit salty for me. Half would have been better for me. Outdoor area to sit available. Up charge for the flat bagel and for cc use. read more

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First time dining here, really decent bagels and add ons. Can be pricey but worth it on occasion. I ordered the eggs over hard with tofu chive spread. But please notify them for a light spread if needed, otherwise they'll drown your bagel. There was too much tofu spread I had to refire my order. They accommodated, A plus service to the staff. I just wanted to have a decent egg bagel and they delivered. The oatmeal cookie was hard, I like mines soft but tasted decent. This is Togo only but there's limited outside seating during warm months. Easy to walk to from the 63rd station Q line. read more

Bagelworks - Egg bagel with tofu chive spread - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

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Now this is what I call a NY style bagel. Fluffy with a nice bite and thick layer of cream cheese. read more

Bagelworks - Everything bagel with garlic rosemary cream cheese - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

Bagelworks was my local bagel shop growing up in the 90s and 00s, and it's still going strong. Bagels are made onsite all day and they know what they're doing! It's no frills, to-go only, and not a destination for fancy beverages or non-bagel food items. There's a wide range of flavored cream cheese and tofutti options. Prices are reasonable. A friend's dad used to call ahead and his bag would be labeled MFATS (Michael From Across The Street)-- why be a regular at a bar when you can be a regular at a bagel spot?! No notes. 10/10, would recommend. read more

Ordered the nova lox sandwich and asked for a whole wheat bagel with scallion cream cheese. The service was really quick--I got my bagel in under 5 minutes! The bagel itself was cold and tougher than others I've had. The nova lox was fishy, and the cream cheese was rather cold and firm. It definitely wasn't fluffy and smooth like cream cheese I've had at other places. I ate half of it, and left the rest for later. I found that it tasted much better once left out at room temperature for a while, so maybe the problem was that all the ingredients firmed up in the fridge? I'd probably give the second half of the bagel a 4/5 after leaving it out at room temperature for a while. read more

Bagelworks - Nova Lox Scallion Cream Cheese Sandwich - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

Bagelworks is one of my favorite bagel shops in UES!! They have an amazing selection of fresh bagels daily and this is probably one of the best tofu spreads I've had!! The sun-dried tomato tofu spread is so flavorful and is way better than the typical scallion or plain option!! As SOON as you enter, they start asking you what you want, so if you're visiting this place for the first time, I highly recommend you look at the menu beforehand so you're not holding up the line. Other than this, the service is really friendly and efficient. There isn't any seating indoors, as it's a super small shop, but there's outdoor seating! Overall, love the quality of these bagels and can't wait to return :) read more

Bagelworks - Sesame bagel with Sun-Dried Tomato Tofu Spread - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

The bagels here are quite good. And for such a small no-frills spot, there is a diverse selection of bagel and cream cheese varieties. Yes, the line can be long in the morning. But it moves surprisingly fast. The chewy soft payoff at the end is well worth a ten minute wait. read more

People & Service is great. Bagel is bland , bland, bland ( dough needs salt!) and it has a hard crust. Just not a good NYC bagel - embarrassingly bad & yelp did me dirty. I've given it 2 chances thinking last time maybe an off day. NOPE. onion bagel with scallion cream cheese almost 7 bucks! ugh Sloan Kettering patients, save your money (& calories) for something else- life is hard enough. food trucks or Sophies Cuban much better read more

They are a little pricy but they are the best in this area. The staff is incredibly fast and efficient, and will listen to your order (even complex ones). They have a little seating area in the street, which is a great spot for people (and dog) watching. read more

Bagelworks - sausage egg and cheese on an everything bagel - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

Toasted bagel here with cream cheese is one of the great simple pleasures in life. No, I don't really appreciate the line or the chaos at the ordering but they managed to get the order right and even though five bagels, one with lox, plus 3 drinks cost me $37, it was an easy process with great taste and chewiness that was just right. The inside of the store is quite tight, the counter long and a little difficult to speak over if you're short. Menuel is at the top and people constantly shouting back and forth as they prep up the orders. Lots of different kinds of cream cheese and various spreads for the bagels which is nice. A whole lot of people got everything bagel with bacon egg and cheese, I'll have to try this next time. read more

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Best NYC bagels! Every time it's perfect. Crunchy outside, chewy inside and not overly fat/doughy. I've walked many miles to get the everything bagel with egg/cheese/onion and avocado. And it's always worth it. read more

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Honestly this is a basic bagel store. Definitely not anywhere near the level the reviews claim it to be. The bagels are good but they don't have the texture of a real NYC bagel. The inside and outside are basically the came texture. When I think of a NY bagel I want it to have a small hole in the middle but these look more like a donut. Service was odd too. I walked in the door and the guy behind the asked me what I was ordering before I was in the door. Then no one was there for me to pay. read more

My favorite bagel place in the neighborhood. Definitely order ahead on the weekend bc it can get quite packed. Their salmon sandwich is the best sandwich order I've had all year. 1000/10 read more

Unbelievably good! The line in the shop was an indication of the quality of these bagels. I got a lox bagel and the breakwich. I highly recommend the fresh lox, they put a good amount and give the option of adding onions, capers,or tomatoes. The ambiance is very casual, its standing room only inside and there are tables outside by the bike lane. read more

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Catered some bagels here for work and everyone really enjoyed these bagels!! It's our go-to spot on UES for bagels read more

Bagelworks - White Fish Salad Sandwich Everything bagel - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

Bagelworks is a local gem! The are speedy and clearly extremely generous with their lox which is a massive plus. The bagel is night and fluffy with the crisp exterior (it's toasted obviously). They also have gluten-free bagels so if you have an intolerance but still want the lox experience - always a win. They have your classic deli spreads but if you're feeling adventurous the birthday cake schmear looked interesting and they have vegan options as well. The deli is small but there is some outdoor seating if you want to take it all in and not just eat it on the go. read more

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The neighborhood values this establishment. Tasty offerings in a well-designed space. Their dishes deliver unexpected pleasure. The employees demonstrated outstanding service consistency. Nothing negative to say about this place. read more

My favourite bagel place! I am so glad they made it through the pandemic. The always have a line out the door. I used to frequent here quite often when I worked nearby. No fuss, amazing bagels for a reasonable price (given it's in NYC and the UES). They have a large selection which are all great. They have tofu based spreads for our vegan friends. I sometimes prefer that one. Would definitely recommend! read more

Bagelworks - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

I love it here! One of the best bagels on the UES hands down! Their sourdough bagel is awesome! Even if you see a line I promise you it will go by so quickly and it is never a hassle. The service is really quick! The inside is extremely small but don't let that fool you on the quality of the place! read more

Great spot to grab a quick breakfast. The service was great, I was in there maybe a total of 3 mins and had my sandwich and bagels ready to-go! read more

Bagelworks - Bacon Egg and Cheese Sandwich - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

As someone who has been gluten free for 10 years I've still not had a true NY bagel experience.... until today! While there are other shops in the city who specialize in gluten free foods and happen to have bagels, this is a true bagel shop with gluten free options and the experience was incredible. The two gluten free bagel options are everything and plain. There was also a dairy free cream cheese option (tofu). The line can be long at bagel works but it moves quick! I ordered the gluten free everything bagel with tofu cream cheese and was happy to see the bagel had a great texture and tasted delicious!! Bagel works is a great option for groups with gluten free and non gluten free friends, where no one has to compromise! Highly recommend! read more

Bagelworks - Gluten Free Bagels - everything Tofu plain cream "cheese" - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

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I'd read a few reviews for this place and it was open when I walked by this morning so I went in and grabbed breakfast. I love everything bagels and this one did not disappoint. I got it with veggie cream cheese. Service was quick and people kept coming in and ordering bagels in large quantities so I was happy I took a chance on it. read more

Bagelworks - Everything bagel with veggie cream cheese - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

My favorite bagel spot on the UES! Try their blueberry bagel or their garlic poppy cream cheese !! Probably not together ... It's a tiny spot and there's usually a line, but it moves fast. read more

I previously reviewed Bagelworks with a sharp tongue for right reason, but I've just learned it may depend on what you get and maybe when. Their sliced salmon sandwich is very good. My 2nd try concern, that they'd skimp on the lox was thoroughly disproved - this bagel is jammed with fresh nova salmon for a locally competitive price. The salmon to scallion cream cheese ratio was tastefully balanced and the onions weren't overstated. I ordered on a Sunday morning, which is probably lower volume, and lower risk they run out of ingredients to generate sales if they load up their bagels. Or maybe they just do this especially well all the time. Whether this is one of their best offerings, best days to order or best workers who made this, keep making it like this. Come to bagelworks for one of the UES's best classic lox bagels! read more

Bagelworks - Sliced Salmon Sandwich - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

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Bagelworks has lots of outdoor seating. It's very very tiny inside. When I was there in the morning the line was out the door. It's handled very well by the employees. They were all very nice. The customers including me are crowded on top of each other though. I purchased the Everything Bagel for $1.58 because I was informed it was good. It's thinner than a lot of bagels but full of taste from the seasoning on both sides of the bagel. Weather permitting it's a nice place to sit outside for a bagel and cream cheese breakfast. There's a lot of tourists and regulars. It's very busy until later in the morning. When I was walking home the line was gone. I'll update you after I buy some cream cheese and finish eating my Bagelworks Everything bagel! read more

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The most flavors of spreads you'll find anywhere! They also have some uncommon bagel flavors such as bran oat and Black Russian. They also offer flat bagels as well as a gluten free bagel and gluten free everything bagel. Not the prettiest place, and there's only a little seating outside, but the service is fast and the bagels both delicious and fairly priced. The bagels are soft and modestly chewy--they're lighter and less dense than other local bagel's (which I prefer) and it's one of the few places in town with a blueberry bagel. They're also purple, which is pretty and fun! read more

Bagelworks - Blueberry bagel tofu cream cheese vegan - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

I was a bit disappointed with the bagels here. I was told that they would be phenomenal but actually they were not. I have had much better bagels in other places! Their coffee is good and the bagels so so. We sat outside because it was a beautiful day. They have cream cheese spreads here but I got a chicken salad bagel sandwich with lettuce and tomato and it was pretty good. Don't expect white fish salad or anything like that here but it is an option for the neighborhood. what can I say? I wish I had a better thought about this establishment. read more

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Bagelworks bagels, tasty but a mess, Napkins were scarce, adding to the stress. No lattes to sip, just coffee plain, And bees outside drove us insane! read more

Great variety, if you can't get enough of cream cheese, this place is definitely for you

So many bagel options in NYC. Selected this one for DoorDash delivery to my hotel based on it having highest star rating in the vicinity. First off, NYC bagels are big, easily capable as a spare tire on a small car. These ones were like wow. I ordered a lox on everything, poppyseed with veggie shmear, blueberry with blueberry schmear, and cinnamon raisin with strawberry schmear. They were toasted, by the time they arrived the cream cheese was melty and messy but it was all good. The blueberry cream cheese stood out the most because of the plentiful blueberries. By the way, so far as I try different places, Ess a Bagel on Third Ave has the BEST cream cheese shmears with chunks of veggies in the veggie cream cheese and same with the strawberry. read more

Yum!!! Great bagels and reasonable prices. I got an egg and cheese on an egg bagel and my friend got an egg, cheese, and sausage on an egg bagel. We were both super happy with our orders! Soft, chewy bagels and a good amount of both egg and cheese. Service was quick and easy. I would definitely get a bagel here again! read more

Bagelworks - Sausage Egg and Cheese - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

History of Present Indulgence: This is my go-to neighborhood bagel spot that really beats the rest in a 1o-block radius. Lost count of how many times I've been here. Physical Exam: Taste - The bagels here give your teeth that solid, crispy entrance into a bouncy, doughy interior you crave in a bagel. They have a variety of delicious full-fat and low-fat cream cheeses, and tofu alternatives. They don't skimp on the filling either! They have this pastrami sandwich you can get on any bagel (the PLT) that's also scrumptious if you're looking for something a little more hearty. Service - They're looking for a high churn rate here cuz lines are long and business is booming. Don't dilly-dally too long thinking about your order. I wouldn't say full Seinfeld soup nazi but we're cutting it close. Assessment/Plan: If you're in the neighborhood, this is absolutely the bagel for you. And if you're hungover on a Sunday craving an everything bagel with scallion cream cheese, AKA me, ordering that for delivery alongside an iced coffee will put your stomach and your mind at peace, ready to tackle your Sunday scaries with a little more oomph. read more

Outdoor seating, no indoor seating. Service relatively fast. Big variety of bagels and cream cheeses, including jalapeño cheddar bagel and birthday cake cream cheese. There are also low fat options, whole grain bagels etc. Wouldn't order a bagel sandwich however. The bagels are a bit small compared to other places. Not the best bagel I've had--it feels a bit on the dense side, but in the Lenox Hill area it is decent read more

Amazing bagel shack on the upper east side. Small store with room for one line of people - good luck squeezing out! I think the size of the store compliments it's old school NYC bagel scene. Tons of spreads to choose from and the bagels are made right behind the counter. They stay busy so there's usually more workers in there than customers. I've had just about every bagel from here before since they cater work some work events I attend. Nothing really gives you the experience of getting it yourself and enjoying it freshly toasted. The bagels are coated in seasoning on both sides here, so you get plenty of flavor for your choice. The scallion cream cheese at first glance looks like it's missing most of the scallion but when you taste it you find it bursting with flavor. read more

Bagelworks - Sesame bagel with scallion cream cheese. I wiped away some of the schmeer so you can see the crumb of the bagel itself. - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

I've gone here a few times for breakfast and there's always a long line to order. It moves quickly though and they are generous with spread serving. This has become my go-to breakfast spots for bagels! read more

These bagels are so good. I used to get Absolute Bagel all the time when I lived on the UWS and was nervous I wouldn't find anything that compares when I moved, but I can confidently say that Bagel Works really is that girl. I always get the turkey pesto melt (pictured) because HELLO??? It's insane. Service is also great, don't let a long line deter you because they're cranking in there and you too could have a turkey pesto melt on the horizon! Highly recommend. read more

Bagelworks - Turkey Pesto Melt - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

Easily the best gluten free bagel I've ever had. Actually, the bagel was better than any regular bagel I've had either. 10/10 read more

Bagelworks - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

Fantastic Sunday bagel spot, today had no line and they have the best bagel selection (including gluten free!) read more

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