Authentic New York style bagels and reasonably priced coffee. Went in the morning during the week and it was not very crowded. Recommend if you're looking for a morning bagel & coffee place. They do not have wifi though. read more

Cafe Bagel - Poppy seed bagel with cream cheese - Bagels Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

Great little shop for a bagel fix. They have a Supreme bagel that is really good. They out everything bagel seasoning on both sides of the bagel. I also enjoy their cream cheese spreads. They have a lot of flavors to choose from. The coffee is fine but nothing fancy. There's plenty of tables and seats for enjoying your meal. read more

Cafe Bagel - Supreme bagel with honey walnut spread. - Bagels Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

Eight years later and we still come here every month or two for lunch. Like most places now they tend at times to have a lower supply of bagels for a baker's dozen take-out than they used to; I assume this is due to the issue of finding employees, but I honestly don't know. It's still a quiet, low-end (not in a bad way), easy to find place for lunch. Menu is big enough to satisfy pretty much anyone, from egg dishes to pastrami or corn beef on rye. And lots of bagel options. We'll keep coming. It's not bad at all, and just so easy to get to. read more

I had been going to Cafe Bagel for a couple of years. It was always alright, but they'd occasionally get my order wrong. I got home with my order today and realized one of my items was wrong. I called them up and the owner was adamant that I ordered it wrong (which I'm positive I didn't) read more

They are very rude... I have also noticed they could not keep anybody working for them. It's always a new person behind the register. I will not support this business. The food is not that good. read more

2 in the afternoon, and no bagels out front? Ordered a cinnamon raisin with cream cheese toasted. It was warm but not really toasted. No crunch if you know what I mean. Had a very generous amount of cream cheese though. The young woman at the counter didn't seem like she wanted to be there. Left me feeling like I didn't matter. Atmosphere and decor is just not interesting. Nope won't be going back. read more

This is a nice place for bagels. They have a variety of bagels to choose from and they make their bagels onsite, so they are very fresh. I got an Asiago bagel toasted with cream cheese. I enjoyed it bc it was nicely toasted. I also got a vanilla latte, which was ok, not great. It was a bit weak for my taste and not enough foam. I would recommend getting the bagels there though, they are really good. The ladies working in the front are nice and friendly. They also offer deli sandwiches dessert items. read more

Cafe Bagel - Bagel and vanilla latte - Bagels Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

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Great breakfast sandwiches! Coffee cups/lids are subpar making to-go coffees unstable. read more

Cafe Bagel - Menu - Bagels Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

I'm beyond floored at the owners rudeness. On several occasions I've dealt with this man and he has never been friendly. I literally look inside to see if he has someone else working the counter before I go in. I've asked for a dozen bagels and half to be cinnamon raisin and he tells me I can't have the cinnamon raisin because that would be the last ones. Isn't selling them the object?? Today I called to give him a heads up that I needed 2 dozen bagels. (I send them to my daughters who have moved out of state). He was extremely rude and told me I couldn't have 2 dozen because it would wipe him out and he'd have to close the shop. Why not make some more!!!!! Don't you want the business??? Why would you turn away the sale? #disappointedinrockburntownship read more

Nothing stands out about this place. Customer service was okay. Breakfast sandwiches are just okay. I think I would prefer a breakfast sandwich from a fast food restaurant more! Won't be back! read more

Worst service. The man behind the counter (owner?) is very rude. Won't let you dine inside. Said it closed at 1, when they advertise 3.

They have the best tiramisu! And Asiago bagel is excellent! The service is always friendly- muffins are very good too

Café Bagel - Elkridge ... Never again ... I've tried to withstand the rudeness and pettiness of the owner, but after today, Im done! Ordered 2 bagels for my wife and I to eat there ... got a small wrap for my son from Dunkin. After we get the bagels the owner tells me we cant eat here because we cant bring in outside food. Told him it's a small wrap and he is done already and I am eating YOUR food here. He said no, and to leave. Are you kidding me? I have dealt with this guys rudeness for years, but today set me over the edge. I am all about supporting local business, but customer service comes a long way too. I can understand if the place was packed .... There was no one there! But whatever, they wont be getting my business anymore! read more

My bagel sandwich was amazing - the staff not so much. My first time here, I smiled and asked if they did bacon egg & cheese bagels because I did not see it listed anywhere - the menus posted were very basic. The young lady at the register barely looked at me or smiled, answered yes and processed my order. Then I overheard the cook make a comment about how this isn't McDonalds. Like, what? Exactly, I didn't want McDonalds - which I why I chose to try this small deli style place. I won't be back. read more

Yummy!!! Bagels & more so we had to go twice while we were in town. Highly recommend this bagel shop. My fave was the cinnamon bagel but they have so many to choose from... read more

Cafe Bagel - the contents of a meal in a paper bag - Bagels Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

I stopped into this filthy dump this past weekend. They were "out of coffee" and apparently couldn't be bothered to make any more. The muffin I purchased was a mass-manufactured garbage and barely edible. Don't waste your time or money going here. read more

The food is good and not the problem. The terrible customer service is. They forgot my order, and I kept seeing people who went after me get their food. When I asked them if they making mine, they brushed me off and said they were. They didn't even check and then had to ask me what I ordered b/c they DID in fact, forget to make it. No apology, no accountability, just handed me my bagel without a word. read more

Good place to get breakfast with my daughter! My only request is that the owner switch utensils and food containers to compostable. The bagels toasted with cream cheese were delicious. The veggie omelette was very good. We will be back! read more

The food is decent but the service is the absolute worst! I order the most simple order and it's always wrong and when I mention it they have an attitude! I hope they get an entire new staff or for another deli shop to open up in the area please! read more

In an attempt to extort money friom its customers they have an unposted cash only policy for purchases that are under $5. A bagel with cream cheese is under $5. This policy is not posted and you don't learn about it until after you place your order. I don't use cash anymore. I'm sure they are hoping you will purchase another item to reach the limit. They can run their business as they see fit but the secret policy has to go and must be posted. read more

Bring back Jason! This place used to be packed and amazing. The owner (the older Asian man) is horribly rude. Idk why he wants to be a business owner if he's just going to run the place into the ground. He acts like he hates his job, so why not sell it? Would do everyone a favor if there was a new owner. I feel bad for the teenagers working there, he yells at them too. read more

So yes most reviews are accurate. Good product but terrible ownership. I wish there was another bagel shop close by. Oh Well

I refuse to go there because owner is rude and cheap. I ordered a bagel sandwich with turkey and roast beef. The owner said I would need to order 2 sandwiches because of the additional meat. Another time I ordered a bagel with cream cheese and butter. They forgot to put the butter on which happens, but charged me 25 cents when I went back to the counter and asked for some on the side. The Giant bakery actually has great bagels if you get them fresh in the morning, and you can order Boars Head meat at the deli counter for a fraction of the price. I never would have thought to get bagels there if this place didn't push me away. Blessing in disguise I guess? read more

The customer service is horrible here and it came from the owner, an older Asian man so rude. Don't eat anything with egg unless you want to eat the shell. read more

The only reason this is not one star is because when the food is actually prepared well and your order is not ruined by hate, it tastes good. IT IS THE OWNER, not the teenaged staff that cause issues with the reviewers here complaining about bad service, melted coffe cups, etc.,they are actually very nice and accommodating, even if on the phone occasionally. He is completely rigid and unwilling to actually tell you what he thinks with words because he's an introverted ass, instead sabotaging your order if you do anything that offends his unreadable sensibilities, like say ask for any modifications based on taste preference, even if it means deleting items or substituting items that are actually cheaper than the ingredients on menu. IF YOU UPSET HIS CYPHER OF A PERSONALITY, HE WILL MESS WITH YOUR ORDER Ask for no pickle, you get a pickle. Ask for mustard instead of mayo, get extra mayo and no mustard. Ask for extra meat, but of a different type even though both sandwiches cost exactly the same on the menu, and they offer extra meat if the same, even when willing to pay more, too bad, then it gets real (actually upset him in any way, even if you don't know why and the result is the same). He will crush your cookies like the prior reviewer, he will give you the wrong side, he will leave off toppings you ordered and paid for, and if you complain he will tell you to have intercourse with yourself in the nicest way possible, with no lube, refund or hope of remedy. I should have known not to patronize them even the first time I went there and ordered a macchiato for which the owner dressed me down ahead of time saying it is not like a Starbucks macchiato. Well, I hate Starbucks and know what a real macchiato tastes like, but it seemed like he did not want to sell me one anyway. He is the business owner who thinks the customer is always wrong and instead of being straightforward about it and asking you not to return, he messes stuff up time and time again in minor ways because he is... There is no other way to say this, he is an asshole and a non-confrontational POS, even though YOU are paying him for the pleasure. I hope he reads this, recognizes the fact I have called him out and bans me the next time I go there. Because I will go there to continue this cat and mouse game. But if he does ban me, no skin off my back. I can make better stuff myself for cheaper with Giant Foods right next door. If the shopping center did not have competition killing leases I would encourage someone else to step up to the plate and give us a breakfast/fast casual dining spot that wasn't run by an ass. read more

It's a routine of mine to celebrate the beginning of the weekend with a bagel sandwich, and having just moved, I wanted to find a local small business type shop to make a new tradition with. The reviews gave me pause and I was seriously nervous about poor customer service ruining our experience. My husband ran into the cafe quickly and we made sure to go in with a plan. We both knew our orders ahead of time and decided to just do pick-up and not dine-in. We both ordered bacon, egg, and cheese bagels and juice. The juice was packaged and available in the fridge. The bacon, egg, and cheese bagel was a bit dry and the egg was not seasoned. Overall, I feel that I could have made a better breakfast sandwich at home. The cost was not awful, but I just do not feel that the price and potential for bad customer service warrant frequenting this cafe. We will probably not return. read more

Horrible owner. Mean, rude to virtually everyone who walks thru the door. Surprised it still is open honestly. He was so rude to my elderly mother - yelled at her for something ridiculously small ( like taking an extra napkin or something like that). Crazy. Some people shouldn't try to be in the customer service business. Do not go here. read more

I would have given them 0 stars if it was an option. Arrived on a Friday morning at 10:30 to get 1/2 dozen bagels. They had next to nothing left In the front of the store, but plenty in the back. I was told that because I was only ordering bagels to take home that I only had a choice of what was in the front. Needless to say I will not be back. read more

Best bagel breakfast sandwiches in the area, hands down. They make them to-order and you can choose from a variety of tasty bagels. I like the Everything and Asiago Cheese. Never, ever taste stale or overbaked. Just the right amount of crisp and chewiness with a soft, doughy inside. They also have very good flavored coffee (Hazelnut!) and a nice selection of italian desserts. We usually go on Sundays and it's packed with locals, so can be hard to find a seat at one of their mini cafe tables. May take up to ten minutes to get your order when it's busy but it's worth the wait. Parking can be a chore because it's adjacent to a Giant. read more

Fantastic, fresh, "supreme" or everything bagel. They got my special order correct, it was quick, reasonable and so so delicious. We will definitely be back if we are in the area read more

Cafe Bagel - Supreme bagel with butter and cream cheese - Bagels Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

OMGee!! So one day I had a craving for a bagel. I'm your typical regular bagel, butter, double toasted kinda girl. I googled to find what was near me and came across Cafe Bagel! Let me tell y'all....from the moment i walked in, I felt welcome. I decided to try my usual but with cinnamon honey butter. When i tell you the addiction is real, that's an understatement. I think I've been back to this place at least 5 times in the last 2 weeks. Pricing is affordable and well worth your tastebuds. And shout out to the young man who works the register (I forgot to ask his name or look at his name tag) who always greets me with a smile and now "knows" my usual. His customer service is impeccable and much appreciated. Check Them Out!!! read more

Cafe Bagel - Me And My Amazing Bagel - Bagels Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

No one but one other customer in Cafe...I asked for two bagels. One bagel to be toasted with butter and cream cheese the other I wanted toasted well if not slightly burned (like mine crispy on the outside). The owner says he can only toast it twice because he'll have to wait for it to be toasted another two times. Really? I said no one is here. Smh.... No more. This owner has never been a nice person even when you say hello. read more

To go somewhere and to be question about your money specially saying is fake or something's wrong with it then the 2nd guess yourself for them to tell you always nothing wrong with your money I experience some racism today at this establishment Highly disappointed by the owner I'm assuming the Asian gentlemen is the manager or the owner Extremely rude Especially for this area where everyone makes about a 100000 + 4 me to pull up in front of your establishment in a $70000 car I definitely don't have a fake $20 bill then for you to tell me is not fake it just feels funny with the funk as that It's been a lot of money at this establishment my wife my kids people I know 1A neighborhood I will tell them all to think twice before going here expresly if you're paying cash maybe it's because I'm black and I had jewelry on and I pull up in funnier establishment read more

A-OK! We ordered two omelettes from here: the western and the veggie. They come with bagels, so we got everything-bagel, toasted with veggie cream cheese. The food was good. It wasn't disappointing. It wasn't amazing either. I would try it again some time. read more

Vast array of bagels with all kinds of original and funky flavors. Enjoyed an everything bagel with lox spread. They also have quite a few pastries as well. Ordered a cafe au lait, and the person ringing me up had no idea what I was asking for. She even asked me if it was on the menu, and so I ended up showing her. They ended up making it for me and I continued to overhear shocked voices behind the counter asking if I had ordered a cafe au lait. Probably safe to say no one knew what it was or how to make it. It ended up being so terrible it ended up in the garbage can and I went to a Starbucks. I would say to come here for the bagels at least, but unable to recommend in good conscience if you can't even pair it with a good cup of coffee. read more

Such a great place. I recommend the pizza bagel or anything bagel. Prices are a little high but you get your moneys worth. I always come here to get a nice bagel hot and fresh. Love the service. Bathroom is clean as well as the whole restaurant. read more

I'm not sure which is worse here, the food for the service. The gentleman behind the counter couldn't be bothered to get off this phone when I walked up. It seemed as if when he realized I wasn't going to leave the store, he put the phone down in an annoyed matter and just stared at me, as if I was ruining his morning. I placed my order for a bagel and coffee, and the total came out to just under $5. I handed the gentleman a credit card, and he dropped it back in front of me, saying that there was a minimum order of $5 to use a credit card. I probably should have walked out then, but I was hungry, and paid for my order in cash. I asked for the bagel to be toasted, but it came out un-toasted. The coffee was old and cold. I could go into more detail, but suffice it to say, just don't ever eat here. From now on, I'm just going to start getting my bagels and coffee from Dunkin Donuts right down the street... read more

I am surprised by the very low ratings for Cafe Bagel. We are not in NY. These are not NY bagels. These are respectable MD bagels. If you are not able to get Bagel City in Rockville or Goldberg's in Pikesville, then these are very respectable bagels. Chewy on the outside and doughy on the inside. We have been going to Cafe Bagel for over 15 years. The owner, Andy, is grumpy and has quirky rules about refills and minimum charges. However, he's not usually up front. The kids behind the counter are typically nice, courteous and friendly. They have a nice selection of bagels and flavored cream cheeses. If you're a Starbucks lover, get the iced tea. The omelettes are avoidable. The grilled sandwiches are delicious. The Greek salad is delicious. We usually get a dozen bagels to go, and they are usually still warm. read more

Unfortunately this is the only local bagel place. The owner here is rude and doesn't care about his customers. The teenagers that work at this place are very nice and it is sad that they must work for this owner. Yesterday I brought my 10 yo daughter in with me to get bagels. There was no one in line. I asked for a dozen bagels. I asked for the chocolate chip bagels to be in a separate bag than the rest and he absolutely refused. His attitude was disgusting. I asked him if he was the owner and when he said yes, I thought how unfortunate. Save yourself some time and move on. read more

Today we tried this place for the first and probably the only time. It was just before 2pm. They closed at 3pm. We wanted coffee. They informed us that the cafe did not have coffee because they were closing in an hour. I asked if they took debit cards. Was told "yes". Then when I was getting rang out for my purchase of an iced coffee (which they said was all they could do and made behind the counter) I handed her my card. Was met with an "oh. No. $5 minimum". That's all fine and dandy, but wouldn't you inform the customer of that when they ask if cards are accepted? I bought a few cookies to get my total over $5 and left. When I got in my car and looked in the bag the cookies I purchased were in pieces. Crumbled and busted up. They had been carelessly thrown in the thin paper bag and handed to me. Another thing: the staff. Two young girls and two young guys. They were on their cell phones messing around, loudly laughing and engaging in conversation and not paying any attention to the fact that a customer was there. They didn't care. The cafe didn't close for over an hour yet they were all acting like it was their own private hang out. Must be nice to get paid to do a sub par job. read more