My friend and I went here after a run and we were pleasantly surprised with how short the line was. The location we went to had just started serving bagel sandwiches so we had to try them. I really like the toppings on mine. I thought it was fresh and well balanced However, I didn't think the texture of the bagel itself was anything special. We did get there later in the morning, so maybe they were weren't as fresh but I felt like they were a little chewy and didn't have that nice crust on the outside. read more

Brick Street Bagels - tomato bagel and lox bagel - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Absolutely happy I checked out Brick Street Bagels! I was in Boston for my bday as a weekend trip and this place was at the top of my list. I don't know if it's because we went a little later but they didn't have the opened faced bagels I wanted to try since they looked similar to my courage bagels here in LA. Nonetheless I wanted to try what they had and my goodness were they delicious! We got the Rosemary bagel and everything bagel + their scallion cream cheese. It definitely hit the spot, I'm not sure when I'll be back to Boston but this place will definitely be recommended to others by me. Staff was friendly and the line went by quick, it is a small place so the only outside seating is outside. read more

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They have since changed locations to the buttery annex location on Clarendon, so this is from there, but I love the bagel flavors, especially the rosemary and cheddar. I was excited to try their sandwiches now that they started selling them and it did not disappoint! Only thing was slightly too thick layer of cream cheese for my preference. read more

Brick Street Bagels - Classic lox on rosemary salt bagel - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Been wanting to try these bagels since last year so when there was a pop up on Newbury street I preordered two bagels for a Saturday morning, one rosemary with scallion cream cheese and one lox sandwich on an everything bagel with plain cream cheese. Overall, it took way too long to get the bagels, the service was very slow. I get it was a busy weekend but I've seen queues just as long for other places and it didn't take as long as this one. Maybe the toasting of bagels slowed them down. The bagels themselves were good, very similar to popup bagels. The everything bagel tasted burnt. Slightly disappointed with these bagels, I might have to try them at their usual spot and give them another chance read more

Brick Street Bagels - Everything bagel toasted with scallion cream cheese and rosemary bagel with lox - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

These are the best bagels in Boston. It's a lot easier now to buy the bagels with the walk in or you can pre order the amount of bagels online. This location is right next to the South End Buttery and it's kind of like a hole in the wall type of place because it's so tiny. The location is just to pick your bagels and you have to take them home to eat. The people who work here are great and super friendly. The line looks intimidating at times because it's often times out the door but they work really fast and you're not in line for long. My favorite bagel flavor they have is the rosemary sea salt. It has the best texture with how soft it is on the inside and the crunch from the outside. read more

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This is a pop-up bagel shop in the South End that has gone viral on social media. Their menu is very simple--bagels and cream cheese. Since they make fresh bagels daily, there's no guarantee you'll be able to get one that day. They do offer walk-ins, however they close as soon as they run out. I suggest going early, or pre-ordering on their website. We went on a Saturday morning and were luckily able to walk in and order. Sadly they were not selling the famous bagel pockets that day, so instead we ordered 3 bagels and a tub of plain cream cheese. The cheddar bagel was the best one, as it was the only one that was still warm and had the best flavor. The plain bagel was a runner up, but the sesame wasn't my favorite. Their cream cheese had a great flavor. No drinks for sale but the cafe next door sells them so we went there after we ate. There is also limited seating outside. Unfortunately since it was a New England winter day, we had to sit outside which made it hard to enjoy the bagels. Most people go buy a drink next door since Brick Street doesn't offer any, and bring their bagels inside with them. If I were to come back I'd do that... Parking was tough as there's a lot of resident only spots, but I found street parking about a block away. Overall solid bagels but it's more of a grab and go spot if anything. P.S No card payments, venmo only! read more

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Overhyped. I hate to say this because I don't want to hurt any small businesses, but I was extremely disappointed with my experience at Brick Street Bagels. From the preorder stage, pick-up arrangements, to bagel quality, nothing hit the mark, not to mention their bagels are way too overpriced. The whole ordering and picking up processes were ridiculously inconvenient. You need to "fight" for the bagels days in advance. You are NOT guaranteed to get the bagel and cream cheese flavors you want even if you preorder. You have to line up early in the morning (it was 19°F when we visited) and choose them IN PERSON depending on their inventory. So what's the point of preordering? My wallet was crying and my heart was broken. The bagels are still in my freezer but I don't ever want to touch them again. ＊Rosemary Sea Salt Bagel, Cheddar Bagel The bagels were literally like BRICKS. I swear the bagels were still warm when we received. Unfortunately, the rosemary sea salt bagel was STALE AF. We could hardly rip the bagel, and the crust wasn't crispy at all. It was like chewing bricks. I tried to reheat it at home, the texture was still the same. For the cheddar bagel, it was SO OILY. The paper bag and napkins soaked up a puddle of oil in split seconds. The texture was more like a cheddar bread instead of a bagel. From the struggle of the bagel pull, you can easily tell how tough it was. ＊Dill Pickle Cream Cheese Dill pickle cream cheese was the only edible thing from this haul, but it was just okay. I've had the same cream cheese from Popup Bagels before, which was more delicious than this one. FYI I paid $29.01 after tax for six bagels and a tub of 8oz cream cheese. $7 for two mediocre bagels was robbery. At this price point, of course my expectations for their bagels would be very high. Good news: Popup Bagels just opened a location in Seaport, Boston. They only charge $21 for half a dozen and a schmear with much better quality and service. read more

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Don't be fooled (like I was) and get the bagel at The South End Buttery next door! I was so happy when someone said "The bagel place is next door!" THIS was the bagel I was looking for!! Delicious bagels, cooked perfectly!! Chewy on the outside and soft on the inside. I'm so glad I found it around the corner! The everything bagel is probably the best I've ever tasted! They do make you buy a tub of cream cheese you you have to cut and smear your bagel on your own (my only complaint. This is worth the trip to the South End. We'd love for you to put one in Beacon Hill! But please don't get too big too fast and lose the great quality you have! read more

Brick Street Bagels - Everything bagel with scallion cream cheese. It's make your own, so don't expect them to cut it and put the cream cheese on it for you. - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Still best bagel in Boston, tried the mother garden and 1000000000/10. Somehow got right in with no line on a Sunday morning read more

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Was able to walk in rather than order ahead to pick up a couple bagels. Limited seating outside available, so took back home to eat. Bagels were good but not amazing, perhaps because they didn't seem as fresh. Preferred Pop Up Bagels in Seaport for overall taste and texture, however Brick Street Bagels does have some flavors which are not available at Pop Up Bagel such as the cheddar bagel which we enjoyed. read more

Crusty, chewy, savory bagels. I love the rosemary and sea salt bagel. Sesame and everything bagels were also really good. Great place to grabs some bagels and cream cheese to go. Can order in advance for pickup! read more

Brick Street Bagels - Sesame and everything bagels - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I was really ready to try these and think they were overhyped because of how fast they sell out and having to pre-order. However, I can admit when I'm wrong because this was worth it! I got there at exactly 10:30 which was my designated pick up time. There was a line down the block but it only took about 10 mins in line to get to the front. I ordered 4 bagels and ended up with 2 everything and 2 rosemary n sea salt. The cheddar was sold out unfortunately. I think I definitely preferred the rosemary. The bagels are fresh and warm when you get them. The outside is crisp and the inside is really fluffy but with the right chewiness too. The scallion cream cheese was a great pairing too. Loved it and would def order again. read more

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Fresh tasty bagels & amazing cream cheese! Nice staff & small place but spots to sit outside is nice. I do wish there was more seating but understand the place is small. read more

I'm not usually a bagel person, but I spend a lot of time in the South End and had to try Brick Street at least once. I placed a preorder for pickup on a Wednesday morning around 9am. At this time it wasn't busy at all, and the service was super friendly. I got the sesame bagel and the texture was perfect and you could tell it was fresh. There's no seating so I ate them at a cafe nearby. I'd definitely come back! read more

Brick Street Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Overhyped. Bagels extremely chewy, almost too tough to chew. Definitely didn't wow me like I thought they would based on what I've heard/read. Service was friendly. Walked right in on a Sunday morning - no line. Quality to cost ratio is way off here. I have no problem paying a good amount for high quality food but they miss the mark here on quality. I'd give them another chance - maybe they weren't fresh but as it stands, I still like pop up and Katz better. read more

Brick Street Bagels - Plain, everything, and rosemary salt - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

These were some of the best bagels i've ever had. The only thing that I have a qualm with is the almost $7 cream cheese with only 1 size option, I only used about a fourth of it because the bagels were so good. Would come back for sureeee. read more

Brick Street Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Comparable to NY bagels? Maybe not. But are they better than West Coast bagels? Absolutely, 100%. The bagels are fresh and delicious, though the selection can be hit or miss since they can sell out quickly. read more

Brick Street Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Was so so excited to try the hyped up brick street bagels and was not disappointed! I had the cheese bagel and rosemary sea salt (which was unique and I think my top recommendation) with scallion bacon cream cheese. I loved that there were multiple options but the menu was still overall very simplistic and focused on just producing simple but delicious bagels. Service was fast (I came on a slower day business wise for them) and efficient. The shop is a popup so small and just a grab and go of your pre-order (ordered a bag of two bagels and 1 spread and picked available flavors upon arrival). Excited to try more flavor combos! read more

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No-frills but high-quality regular bagel pop-up slinging pickup orders out of a tiny space adjacent to South End Buttery. Gigantic bagels, served piping hot both times I visited. Crusty outside, fluffy inside, ample toppings (I tried rosemary sea salt and everything). Decent but unspectacular cream cheese. No bagel sandwiches, just very good bagels ready to rip and dip into the cream cheese of choice. There is a bit of a hassle: You gotta follow them, order online days in advance during a small window of time, and potentially wait in line on pickup. No napkins, no plates, no cutlery, but service is quick and pleasant. Pricing not unreasonable. The line moves quickly. On the bright side, because there's a relationship with South End Buttery, you can bring your bounty there-- which I highly recommend, as the coffee and pastries are good, space is comfy, and staff is great. read more

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These are just as good as you've heard. Order online before to save your bagels. I went in and got some everything, Asiago, and rosemary bagels and two flavored cream cheeses. I got the Asiago while the cheese was still gooy. Incredible. These were also good for the next day or two which I find is rare. The story behind the company is just the cherry on top. read more

PHENOMENAL BAGELS!!! Honestly these are one of the BEST bagels I had in Boston! It's always fresh and hot out of the oven! (Steam would come out of the bagel once you rip it open) I would recommend getting the rosemary sea salt bagels. The cream cheese spear is sold in small containers, enough for 4-6 bagels. Note: they don't take card payment, they take venmo. Brick street bagels is great for getting your day started! read more

Brick Street Bagels - Rosemary Sea Salt Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Hands down the best, fluffiest bagel in Boston. The cheddar and rosemary bagels are bursting with flavor and the scallion schmear was perfect to pair with. Relatively affordable and filling and smooth pickup process. read more

Brick Street Bagels - Rosemary salt bagel - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Maybe i had previously lived in NYC for too long but it's shockingly hard to find a really good bagel in Boston... Brick Street ain't half bad though! This tiny little hole in the wall produces tons of delicious, chewy, soft fluffy bagels. I'm gonna be brutally honest though - these bagels are really good but they're not like out of this world. Maybe, in fairness, they are out of this world for a Boston bagel, though! The people are super friendly, the vibe on a weekend morning is fun as you wait in a massive line of people trying to get their bagels (order for pickup to avoid!), and the shmears are all delicious. For me the bagels are a little too airy. They're definitely good, don't come after me. Tons of people have recommended this spot. It's clearly doing well and I'm happy to see a small business in the South end doing great! I'm just continuing to search Boston for the perfect bagel! read more

Ordered the rosemary sea salt and cheddar bagels, with the bacon scallion cream cheese. The total came out to $18 after fees, which is crazy expensive, so I hate to admit how delicious the bagels were. I definitely prefer the rosemary sea salt because the cheddar was a bit too much cheese and overwhelming saltiness for my liking. The bacon scallion cream cheese was good, but a very faint bacon and scallion taste. Mostly just tasted like plain cream cheese in my opinion. Pick up was easy to find and the line moved really quick. read more

Brick Street Bagels - Bag of bagels - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

So this place does actually live up to its hype. Best bagels in Boston, simple as that. Just prepare to wait in a pretty long to very long line read more

If you are on the hunt for Boston's best bagels then you've heard of Brick St. They have preorders every weekend but also offer walk ins if they don't sell out. I definitely recommend preordering just in case. It's over the counter service when you get there. If you've preordered, you just tell them your name and pick it up. It's also super cute inside but also small. I think they're making a new location right now too. The actual bagels and shmear are delicious. They're super fluffy and chewy and crispy on the outside and the cream cheese is so delicious. I ordered the everything bagel and cheese bagels with scallion cream cheese. I love everything bagels and it was covered with the seasoning. The cheese bagel was fire though. The cheese crusted perfectly and was even gooey in the center. The extra cheese on the sides was like eating a homemade cheez-it. If I were to go again, I'd get the cheese bagel again. Overall is very good but it's hard to get to without a car sometimes but also a close walk from Copley! read more

As another reviewer confirmed, these are overhyped and expensive ($3 per bagel for six). The outside has high quality coatings, but they don't stick well, and the inside is like wonder bread or soft preztel if you like that sort of thing. I found them to be good enough, but too close to what you get in the frozen aisle at a supermarket (which are also good). For me, Bagelsaurus is the standard for gourmet, sourdough bagels and Rosenfeld (as well as many others like Exodus) sets the standard for traditional bagels. For me, pre-ordering and pickup was easy and I got the flavors and cream cheese I wanted. The bagels were still warm when I got home. read more

I tried three flavors of bagels. The cheese bagel was good but a bit too oily for me. The everything bagel was good but a bit too salty. The poppy seed bagel was amazing though, perfect amount of saltiness. Overall the texture of every bagel was amazing. The cream cheese was also great. The workers were very efficient and chill. Overall i would definitely come back! read more

Brick Street Bagels - Everything bagel - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Worth the fuss? I'll drive 30-40 minutes in to the city on a weekend morning early enough to make sure what I want is still in stock. On my visits, the wait was short, staff was helpful, and service was quick. The bagels come hot out of the oven, with a soft steamy center and slightly crispy crust. My faves are the cheddar and the rosemary sea salt, and they tear apart just as any high quality bagel should. Schmears are simple with just the right consistency for dipping. I'll freeze some when I get home to have throughout the week, and all it takes is around 40 seconds on defrost in the microwave to get back to rip and dip mode. I've tried a toaster oven, and that method doesn't seem to work for me. I hope BSB doesn't lose their charm and simplicity if and when they decide to expand. Great having this treat here in Boston as they focus on the basics: an epic bagel flavor experience with no-frills. Worth the fuss? aye definitely. read more

Really random bagel place. Might be the best bagel I've had. They take cash and Venmo and I think this location isn't permanent. Go check it out and grab some coffee next door while you're at it read more

Pure bagel experience, and what I mean by that is you can expect to receive excellent, fresh baked bagels and not much more. They aren't sliced. You can order tubs of cream cheese like lox and maple (both of which were excellent), but it's not a fine in experience. We ordered lattes from Southend Buttery next door and ate outside, thoroughly enjoying our latest bagel find. So don't go there for anything other than delicious bagels and you won't be disappointed. read more

Love this local business! The bagels are great - chewy and full of flavor. I particularly like the rosemary sea salt and the everything. The only thing I would improve is increasing the amount of "stuff" in the cream cheese... there are only a few scallions or jalapenos in them, which is not enough to really flavor the cream cheese so it mostly tastes plain (and a tub is too much for two bagels so i always waste some!). But the bagels are always delicious and warm, and brick street is such a great addition to the neighborhood! read more

Our first time trying the famous brick street bagels! Bacon scallion smear: love love this flavor. cream cheese was rich in texture and had great flavor, pairing well with most of the bagels we got. Enough for 4-5 bagels Cheddar: Crispy, cheesy on the outside & soft and warm on the inside. The flavor was perfect and the bagel had a nice crisp chew. A great choice if you're planning to make some bagel sandwiches. our #1 favorite Everything: Surprisingly better than most bagels i've had in boston. It does have a nice garlic flavor and the sea salt makes it taste so good. this one was fresh out of oven and was the softest out of all. Rosemary sea salt: I was most excited for this one but unfortunately it was too chewy and had a very hard bite. The bacon scallion smear overpowered the rosemary and i didn't get much flavor but tbh i would give it a second try and hope for a fresher bagel next time. Poppy: Pretty basic, most of the poppy seeds came off in the paper bag. read more

Brick Street Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

seriously life changing bagels-- best of 2024 and maybe ever?? soft and flavorful bagels paired with spectacular cream cheese. Will be dreaming of these until next weekend-- def recommend preordering for quickest service read more

Brick Street Bagels - Rosemary salt bagel - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Gotten it 3 times now. I preorder everytime and they are fire bagels. Definitely the best I've had in Boston. If you preorder, you still wait in line but you guarantee get the bagels. So yummy and highly recommend. Get the rosemary and everything bagels. Scallion cream cheese is so good. The poppyseed bagel was just okay. Wish their seating is my only complaint. read more

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I have been to the South End location a few times and really enjoyed their bagels. However, this morning I went to the South Boston location. I got 3 bagels and a tub of cream cheese ($18+) and all 3 of my bagels were hard as rock. Completely disappointing, especially for that price point. read more

Best bagel of my life. Get the rosemary sea salt. I'm in love. Will be back every weekend. read more

Brick Street Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Rating again because it's hard to go a weekend without getting brick street bagels!! Hands down the best bagels and scallion cream cheese I've ever had. read more