Boichik Bagels makes a darn good bagel. I don't think it's perfect. I'm not sure if it's even the…read more best one in the area. Poppy's is nearby and I haven't yet endured the line there. The lines here aren't as bad as they used to be so I was able to drop in around 10 AM on a Friday morning with no wait. Today I had a sesame seed bagel toasted with plain cream cheese. It was delicious, with a nice texture and not crazy expensive at $6.25. There's not a ton of seating, but there are four stools inside and two tables out front. Overall, I can highly recommend this place. Boichik Bagels, they're consistently satisfying.

This is not the bagel that garnered national acclaim any longer. It is now a refrigerator aisle…read morebagel. We ordered a half dozen plain bagels and the pink label cream cheese. The bagels were pale with uneven color that edged into greenish brown in places. When you bit in, there was no crust to speak of. It gave way to an interior that was chewy but not in the classic bagel sense of low moisture dough. Rather, it was enriched with oil or some kind of conditioner like the kind used in grocery store bagels so they stay fresh for longer. The bagel's one virtue was its flavor: it had a strong malty taste like a classic NYC recipe. The "pink label" cream cheese, however, was delightful. It had a rich flavor -- like a spoonful of yogurt, as opposed to milk -- but the effect was subtle and not overly tangy. They were the best freezer bagels I've ever had, but in the future I'll put their schmear on a fresh dozen from somewhere else.

I absolutely love going to Poppy Bagels. I love coming here after a morning walk or just a treat if…read moreI'm feeling it. I've had the seasonal veg, the green garden, the whitefish, and more recently the truffle honey. My personal favorite is the green garden, but I wanted to try something new. If you want something really indulgent and loaded, the truffle honey one is definitely both those things. The flavors are really full and sweet/savory. It's delicious, but if you want more of a texture experience, I'd go for the other ones instead of this one. I'm really glad I tried this though. Note, this place can get really really busy. So just prepare yourself.

Modern bagel shop with delicious bagels on offer…read more The bagels here have the familiar features of some east coast ancestors. We ordered a half dozen plain bagels and cream cheese. The crust makes a noticeable crunch when you bite through and the taste of pretzels comes through clearly. (The shop must add a liberal splash of lye to the water bath.) The dough inside has a salty flavor which can be too much on its own -- but as a result it complements the slightly muted cream cheese to make a tasty pair. The one issue for the bagels is their structure. The crumb loses its shape under any tearing or bending, which makes it hard to support a sandwich. We also noticed that the cream cheese had a slightly grainy texture. All told these are great bagels. Pair them with a cream cheese you like and rip in.

I tried the mango smoothie, and it was delicious. The workers are absolutely generous and kind…read more They always take care of me, treat me with respect, and make my drink with love. I highly recommend the Uccello Café location if you need a refreshing drink.

Great experience! I got the mango apri as always hits the spot. The customer service from the lady…read morethat works at night, AMAZING!!! 10/10!

Matcha Tales, Always looking to enjoy the food/drink…read moreexperience. We found a gem. Took a minute to prepare, but I am willing to sacrifice time for taste . Worked out great. All I heard was this is the best Matcha ever. Wow. Let's memorize this. Well deserved. See you

Pastry 4/5 Customer service 5/5…read moreValue 3/5 We came right before closing so the only thing we can get was pastries The honey cake is the best; moist and balanced in flavor. Everything is good and fresh. It is a little pricey @$7 per piece.

Fantastic bakery, I appreciate how they don't close in the early afternoon like many bakeries do. I…read moregot the pizza of the day which had Roma tomatoes, red onions, basil pesto, and mozzarella. I also got the pecan chocolate chip cookie. Prices are very affordable too! Pizza was delicious. The thin crispy sourdough was very tasty and the pizza was piping hot with lots of flavor. Pecan chocolate chip was good too, chewy with good balance of flavors. Would recommend.

Arizmendi Bakery is a Bay Area institution and it absolutely earns the hype…read more The pizza alone is worth the trip -- they only do one flavor a day, but whatever's on the rotation is consistently incredible. Thick, chewy, perfectly charred crust with a sourdough tang that you just don't get from regular pizza dough. Toppings are fresh and generous without being overloaded. Grab a slice (or a whole pie) and you'll understand why people plan their day around what flavor is being served. The sourdough bread is just as good -- crackly crust, open airy crumb, and that deep tangy flavor that tells you it's been properly fermented. This isn't supermarket sourdough; it's the kind of loaf that makes plain butter taste like a gourmet experience. It's a worker-owned cooperative too, which makes supporting them feel even better. Expect a line, especially on weekends, but it moves quickly and is so worth the wait.

10am on a Saturday before it opened and a line was probably over 10 people. Parking in front is…read morelimited, but if you go past the lot there are more in the back. Plenty of things to look at while in line and even sample! I've only ever got pastries there but they have food made to order! Looks cute and cozy. Cinnamon roll was AMAZING! And honestly everything is around $6 which is pretty avg for gluten free. Limited indoor seating but it seemed a bit busy!

Why the HELL have I never been here?!…read more for starters, I have a really bad gluten sensitivity, and finding a place like this feels like an oasis. Immediately after coming in, you are greeted with a shelf of delicious gluten free goods, a freezer full of REAL gluten free bread. Not the doodoocaca stuff you can buy at the regular store. I'm talking baguettes and sh*t. But then that's not all. They have an entire menu that you can dive into and munch on if you are just looking for a quick bite. What the f*ck Mariposa, hell yeah!

I used to spend a lot of time in the tri-state area, and if you know, you know, they have the best…read morebagels in delis ever! I found this bagel shop on my way to work, and I'm so glad that I did. The bagels were fresh and reminded me of my favorite shop in New Jersey. The customer service was great, and they have all the juices that you can wish for. They also have a a wide variety of speciality bagels as well. My new fave bagel shop in Alameda.

At the start of every day, I needed a light breakfast and coffee or tea and found this little spot…read morenear my hotel. It's in a shopping area with shared parking and easy to get to. The bagel shop is small, with a handful of indoor seats, plus some outdoor nearby. They had a selection of fresh made bagels, plus different toppings and fixed sandwiches. Their prices were super reasonable, the staff was welcoming and efficient to make your breakfast quickly. I came in a few times as a nice start to my days.

Eager to bring bagels home for the family, I decided to branch out and try someplace new. This…read moreplace is close to the El Cerrito hood, and had a fun menu of sandwiches with an array of bagel and smear options. It's conveniently just off of San Pablo and Marin, with plenty of street parking. The small shop had every table taken, at 11:00 on a Saturday morning, and a line - almost - out the door. I brought home a half a dozen sliced bagels, a green onion and horseradish smear, a chai iced tea and a "Bougie" bagel. As bagels go, these were the quintessential perfect, chewy and soft, fragrant bagels. The cream cheeses were delish and perfect for family to build their fav bagel meal. The Chai, was what will keep me coming back, however! It was perfectly sweetened, versus the sickening sweet of many shops, with a nice oat foam on the top. Don't forget the cinnamon sprinkle, which added the fragrant element. I had to wrestle my 20 yo for it when I got home. Now I'm left craving more.

Easy parking, fresh squeezed orange juice was delicious. Liked that I made it before they closed,…read morewhich is still kind of early. Was a pleasant place to pick up a really late lunch - the bacon, egg, bagel sandwich. It was kind of messy though.