Had an errand to run in the 'hood and thought I'd drop by to try their bagels. Thank goodness I did. I like bagels very much and rarely find any that I LOVE. Well, I LOVE these bagels. Not too heavy, not too light. Not too bready, not too airy. Just the right toughness outside and soft enough inside. Perfect amount of toppings on the onion and the asiago bagels that I tried. Oh heck, just call me Goldilocks because these bagels were JUST RIGHT. The cream cheese ("schmear") was pretty tasty too. The location is wonderful. Right on the corner of Margaret and Riverside, with a lovely fenced in area outside to sit with just enough shade. (I noticed a lot of people got their coffee from Starbucks across the street and then crossed over for the bagels. LOL) Inside was roomy, bright and clean. The two ladies that helped me (one took the order and the other rang me up) were super cheerful, but not in a fake kind of way. They seemed like they really like their job. Panera's used to be my go-to place for great bagels - no more. Einstein Bros. is not only closer but definitely have better quality, in my opinion. TIP: You know those RedPlum ads that get stuffed into your mailbox? Always go through them before dropping into the recycling bin - there is often great Einstein Bros. coupons inserted within. read more

The location is perfect if you want to grab breakfast then walk around memorial park. Staff is always friendly. They are almost never too busy, I used to come here to study and just get coffee and bagels. Overall no complaints. Their bagel selection is incredible. I'm a huge fan! read more

I was looking for an onion bagel. The fresh ones with big pieces of onion. Yum. This was not it. While the bagels were soft and fresh, the onion bagel was a let down. It looked and tasted like they had sprinkled it with dehydrated onions. Not good. While I may get bagels there again sometime, I definitely wont't pick an onion bagel. read more

Love this place! Super fresh and fast! They have an excellent selection of bengals and smear! Breakfast or lunch, it's our go to!

I ordered the Brunch box through Doordash. More than half my order was missing. The food was subpar at best. It was barely edible. Bacon was not fully cooked. I would not waste my money again here. read more

Einstein Bros. Bagels - Egg, ham and cheese sandwich. - Bagels Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Do you spy a Bagel a shade or two underdone? Welcome to the bagel that I had that was a shade or two underdone . The flavors were fine & contents stacked appropriately otherwise. No rubbery eggs at least. Service was nice enough & quick for call ahead pick up. I was there on a Friday just before 9am. It's a trek & treat to travel to the Riverside area from where I live, so a thoroughly toasted/baked star of the show would've rounded it out nicely & earned at least a solid 4 star rating vs a 3.5 or so-ish. read more

Einstein Bros. Bagels - Chorizo Sunrise - Bagels Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I've had friends miles (as in several states) away who asked me to visit and begged for a dozen bagels. So many choices and everything is amazing and very fresh. Wish there was one or two in every city. They are that good! read more

I always enjoy my Einstein bagel experiences but I tend to only get what I love which is the Nova Lox bagel sandwich wirh extra capers. The staff is always cool and will offer suggestions and they open 5:30 in the morning so they are up when I am up so that's great. read more

Einstein Bros. Bagels - Nova Lox bagel sandwich wirh extra capers - Bagels Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I've never been told they won't shmear or toast my bagels. I ordered several plain bagels and she immediately told me no when I asked half with shmear half without and said she won't and does not toast that many. I was the only in line and she was rude about it. If I didn't want them toasted or shmeared. I would of just gotten bagels at the grocery store. I drove 30min for this location and have placed this exact order every time. Won't be back for awhile if at all. read more

This place is one of the better run EBB I have been to. The menu is mostly the same as others. I like the Nova Lox or the French Toast. The best thing this location has going for it is it's stellar staff. They set his place apart from all the other locations I have been to. They are quick to help suggest schmears and they are always trying to brighten up your day. read more

If I could no stars I would, it was that bad. Customer service sucked and there was literally a few customers at peak morning hour. I came in with my girlfriend to get our bagels . This is usually our go to place for a quick morning breakfast, it all ended today. No one looked happy to be there at all! Dunno what happen to existing employees or management a month ago but it's a totally different place. You lost two good paying customers because she had to go back in twice. ONCE for my Burnt/black bagel which I paid extra for because it was high-end and not the regular style. And the second because she asked for more cream cheese when the cashier rang up x4 on the ticket. SHE said the GM rolled her eyes and continued to destroy people's bagels. RUINED OUR MORNING AND HAD TO WAIT OVER 20 MINUTES. Got our money back and will be the last dollar spent. Good Luck read more

Einstein Bros. Bagels - YUMMY BURNT BAGEL - Bagels Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

5 stars for the consistent amazing bagels. Negatives: -Parking can be rough -Can take a bit longer than desired to get a bagel -Beverages come out super quick, but food can take a bit Positives: -ALWAYS amazing bagels!! -Staff is super friendly -They sell a bagel for dogs! read more

Nice Einstein's with shaded outdoor seating. Coffee and bagel prepared promptly. Reason number one - - is the staff. Friendly personable staff who go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Now they have a rewards program .... So today I Joined the Einstein Bros Bagels Shmear Society. #jaxlocalvibes read more

Einstein Bros. Bagels - Einstein Bros Bagels. Just the way I like it. Toasted dark, cream cheese on the side. - Bagels Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Bagels are fresh other options on the menus awesome as well.. variety of bagels and spreads, would have liked a more fancier coffee or latte selection to go with my bagels or etc.. service, ok... but will still drive from the north side and battle riverside parking for it read more

Updated 8/3: Best Nova Lox in Jacksonville. Secret: Order Nova Lox on toasted Asiago bagel with Salmon Spread and extra Capers. The Best!

The person taking orders did not know what product Einstein bros offers. Once my order was in I received it minus two ingredients.

Came in for a quick bagel. We ordered, I believe, the light and fit breakfast sandwich. An onion bagel with two fries eggs, avocado and cheese. It was delicious! read more

Slow service + No bagels!! Arrived to the establishment shortly after 9 AM. 2 team members, maybe 10 people sitting down inside, only one other guest in line. I ordered the farmhouse bagel. Asked for an everything bagel.... we're out. Ok, I'll take a jalapeño cheddar bagel, out of that too. Just give me an onion bagel, sorry don't have those either!!! Now I'm frustrated so I say just give me whatever bagel you actually have. Paid my bill. Walked across street to Starbucks to get coffee because I was afraid to ask for anything else. Ordered my coffee at 9:07, out the door at 9:10, and back to Einstein "Bagels" or whatever it is you actually sell. Order not ready, same guy that ordered before me is still waiting. I asked him why, he just shrugged his shoulders, obviously just as frustrated as I was. Sat there for another 5 or so minutes before I received my order. Finally ready at 9:18. 15 minutes for a bagel?? Good thing the bagel was actually good, the only thing saving this from being a 1 Star review. Where was the manager? Or is this place just run by overwhelmed teenagers??? Doubt I will return. read more

So, Einstein really has good bones. It has an excellent location. It has an excellent core product (bagels) The facility is large, with outdoor seating to boot! I don't know what their daily/weekly volume is, but every time I've come here it's mostly empty. I have my suspicions but again, I have no idea what the place is like during peak hours. Let's start with the basics, I really enjoy their bagels. Being from North Central New Jersey, my bagel standards are exceptionally high. So, they aren't "Jersey" good. No, I haven't found anything south of the Mason Dixon line that can compare to the original. However, I've become rather fond of some of our southern baked cousins. They aren't as chewy, they aren't as big, but some iterations are pretty good in their own right. I became a fan of Einstein when Target carried them. I would buy a few everything bagels and some original spread which is like a softened cream cheese for breakfast at work. Wow, I miss those days! Unfortunately like everyone else if I want Einstein, I'm heading to Riverside. Problem is, it's not "destination good" I find myself there when I'm in the area for some other reason. (Hint, Hint- start retailing them in Target again) I generally order a bacon egg and cheese everything bagel sandwich. It comes with a side, I choose potato salad. The sandwich is good, so is the potato salad! The have a plethora of drink options from teas to coffees as well as bottled drinks and a traditional fountain drink set up. My wife typically gets the Pizza Bagel, she really likes that, her favorite is having it on a jalapeño cheese bagel. (No wonder her blood pressure is high) Every time we come in it's the same. Good I guess if, your goal is consistency. The problem there in lies the low hanging fruit. The obvious becomes oblivious. Clean, clean clean clean. Please clean, wipe up and tend to the restaurant and the bathrooms. It's always wet sloppy and unkept. I watch associates completely oblivious to the idea of grabbing a rag and wiping surfaces, tables etc. it aggravates me to spend an hour in a restaurant and see the same puddles and splatters around the beverage area when I leave as when I came in, especially when the place is mostly empty. Summary, decent bagels. Restaurant execution is very average. I think that perhaps is why they aren't busier. The locals probably feel the same way. Just clean up a little more.... read more

During our recent 'state-cation' in Clearwater Beach and in search of breakfast as we drive back to J-Ville, we opt for E.B.B. It was FABULOUS! My sis and I are NY-er's and as you know we BLEED BAGELS and a good SHMEAR! Oddly enough we have never visited our local E.B.B. and had no idea of what they were throwing down regarding yummy edibles. I'm now sourcing our local E.B.B. and I'm sad to see that only 2 remain. Neither location is convenient to me for a daily to-go visit. I decide this will be my end of the work week reward...who am I kidding, I'm a manager...the work week never ends....I NEED A BAGEL....NOW! My first local visit - last week. I get up extra early to secure my morning culinary delight. The closest store opens @ 5a. This store is in the opposite direction of my work place....and to think I used to work right down the street from them 7 years ago...sheesh! I arrive around 6:15a. The store is empty and this shouldn't take long. I ordered the Nova Lox. #yesLAWD! The wait time was reasonable and I'm out the door.....thanks! I arrive to work happy as a clam because I have my scrumptious breakfast. Once at my desk I get ready to dig in.....whaaaattttt is this? My order was correct...but on the skimpy side. #lessisnotmore My shmear was almost non-existent...like a mear-shmear-miss. The capers were dry...like please makes sure they are submerged in the life fluid brine liquid. The onions received no love when tossed on top of my order.....looking like they're drunk.....sigh! The salmon was not the star of this culinary mishap, lacking much needed salt. I'm flabbergasted the curing process was an epic fail. 2nd local visit - 8/6/18. I decided to make today my Friday treat day and return to E.B.B. This time I will give specifics regarding my order. Results.....100% - #YAY! However.....there were a couple of hiccups with this visit. I included a snickerdoodle cookie with my order. Made sure the cashier included it in my total....get to work...where's my cookie? The cashier also explained to me about their survey, encouraging me to participate to receive a $1.00 discount on my next order. #yesabargain Houston....we have a problem! I did not receive a survey. I received the surveys for the 2 previous guests (William and "girl") #Oye And finally.....during both visits associates failed to ask for my phone number (Shmear Society member) The associate stated I could give that information when @ the cashier. Nope. Didn't happen again. C'mon ya'll....you carry out the mandatories. On a positive note I called about my missing cookie (it was for a co-worker who adores snickerdoodles) Cheryl answered. Once I started explaining she acknowledged the oversight, apologized and I can pick up my cookie when it's convenient for me. Maybe tomorrow will be Friday again. LOL! Stay tuned. read more

Four stars for their Monday Deal. A dozen for $6. Soft, tasty and fresh. Although I'm supposed to be swearing off carbs, I do love a fresh bagel. Pair that with a good deal and it's "SOLD!" The staff isn't always friendly but at 6am, on a bitter cold morning, I might not be all smiles and giggles either. Luckily they have decent coffee. it's a bagel. It's not fancy or elaborate. They didn't mess it up so four stars for keeping it simple and good. Best not to overthink the carbs. read more

Oh my goshhhh! I wasn't going to post a review but then I had a sip of the hot chocolate! TO DIE FOR! It's rich but light at the same time and the perfect temperature. I'm so glad I got one on this chilly day in Jax! I also ordered the Asiago bagel with cream cheese and it was delish. Will be coming back for more hot chocolate, that's for sure!!! read more

This place messed up my order. Charged me for 2 eggs but only gave me one. When I politely let them know the mix up. They treated me like I was lying. Then they realized I was not lying, did not apologize, and gave me a slight attitude from then on. I'm not going back. It's too expensive anyways for what you get. Honestly, I feel like Riverside in general, does not have good service in the few businesses I've been to.I miss the Jax Beach. Service is so much better! read more

I really didn't care for the restaurant and I could be being bias because I'm not a bagel person. I tried the spinach florentine bagel and it wasn't bad but the spread choices in my opinion was limited. The coffee seemed pricy but it smelled amazing. I enjoyed the wifi and the family atmosphere. read more

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My husband and I decided we wanted bagels for a brunch type vibe and we were so happy to find an Einstein bagels near our hotel. The staff was very friendly and they also made sure that everyone was socially distanced and offered hand sanitizer upon arriving in the store. Our bagels were done very quickly and we enjoyed them as always! read more

This location used to be on point. I dunno what happened. The staff is aloof at best except for the one guy with the beard who seems too overworked to be expected to carry it all. This morning the cashier wasn't attentive to waiting customers and took forever to do anything she was doing despite the growing number of customers waiting without so much as decent acknowledgment. There was another girl behind the counter who seemed to just be wandering around not really knowing what to do. I suppose she might have been there to help prep orders. When slow girl finally took my order she was pleasant enough and the process seemed to move along at a normal pace. I finally got my sandwich from the prep girl and went on my way. It wasn't until I got a few minutes away that I realized my sandwich was cold. Chicken, cheese... Ice cold. So I take it back and they change it out for me without complaint. I decide to eat in and the first few bites were ok but then I reached more cold meat. I dunno if there's something up with their oven but I barely got thru half my replacement sandwich before I just stopped eating for fear of food poisoning. This sort of half ass service has been going on for a while. Wrong orders, standoffish or just straight rude staff, lazy attitudes... I think I'm done giving them chances. This is my quiet protest. I just hope I don't get sick off this undercooked meat. read more

Never been here before and didn't know where to order. Instead of letting me know where to order, after standing there for 5+ minutes, I asked and the guy responded by pointing up to the sign saying "it says pickup here and order here down there". Then when I asked if I could build my own bagel sandwich he says "yea but it's pretty labor intensive" and then proceeds to try and charge me $17 for a bagel w/ cream cheese, bacon, chorizo, eggs, and cheese which is less ingredients than most of their bagels and for some reason over double the price?Absolutely terrible service, 4/10 food, and will never go back. read more

If you are looking for a bagel like you can get in NYC, go to NYC. If you are looking for a place overlooking an amazing park with outdoor seating and incredibly friendly staff, come here! read more

If you're in the mood for a good-tasting, quick bagel sammie, this place has you covered, especially at the early hours of the morning. Are there better bagels in a 5-mile radius? Maybe. But Einstein's is conveniently located at the southern edge of Five Points, overlooking Memorial Park. Their staff is always attentive and hustling, building bagels and slinging Caribou coffees. As long as your coffee order isn't too complicated, this is a prime alternative to the basic Starbucks experience you can get across the street. read more

Everything was delicious and fresh. I had the Super Nova Lox on a Asiago and a Caramel Macchiato. No words. I'm definitely coming again soon read more

Einstein Bros. Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Bagels are pretty good. Plenty of hipsters to go around. But. The brownies. You guys. I buy them out every time. SO good. read more

Very good breakfast. Friendly staff. Hot coffee. Once the construction is done outside it'll be nice to sit on the patio.

I wandered into Einstein's this morning and had a wonderful bagel and cream cheese. Falls definitely here with their Crunchy Pumpkin Bagel with Pumpkin smear. Aka Pumpkin cream cheese. This will definitely be my come to when I am in this area. Or maybe I'll drive over from Macclenny to get a bagel anyway. Can't wait to try the other bagels. read more

Einstein Bros. Bagels - I am impressed. This is a pumpkin crunch bagel with pumpkin smear aka cream cheese. Amazing - Bagels Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I was otw to school and wanted a bagel. I decided I would come here after always seeing and never trying them. Well I must say the bagel was BOMB. I have a new breakfast spot. I enjoyed the cheesy hahbrown bagel with an egg, turkey sausage and chadder cheese yumolicious. I cant wait to go back. The best thing is I had tea and a bagel and it was the same price as Starbucks coffee alone. You can't beat that. I will be returning. The staff was very helpful and kind. I hope that doesn't change. read more

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Food is pretty good. Not many choices for veggie but doable. Staff is friendly and working hard. It was super busy, which is great for them. Never seen it this busy. But there was one person working with the food complaining about how busy it was. Little comments here and there. The other coworkers didn't play into it or join in. Customers shouldn't have to hear workers getting frustrated. None of the customers were mad, frustrated, or complaining about having to wait for food. I'd be happy to give another star on another visit when this has improved. read more

Teetering on 4 stars, Einstein far surpasses Panera Bread's dense bagels but isn't quite as good as mom 'n pop bagel shops. The coffee's hot and the vanilla hazelnut's a favorite. The clever thin Bagel Thins are worth checking out with cream cheese or various toppings, as a less carby way to enjoy breakfast. I love the everything bagel thin. Einstein's Riverside location is key - big windows overlooking Memorial Park and part of 5 Points and Riverside? I love stopping in after a run or meeting friends on the weekend and sitting outside (it's dog-friendly outside). Tip: Friday morning the line for coffee or breakfast is often lengthy due to people picking up dozens of bagels (literally) to share with their bagel-loving office/co-workers. read more

I always enjoy the Nova Lox sandwich on a honey wheat bagel with chive and onion cream cheese. Delicious! The gourmet bagels baked with cheese on top are my second favorite. They have a new honey lox sandwich that I haven't tried yet. This is a chain place and I used to also go to one in Chicago. Coffee is usually pretty decent, I especially love the Autumn/spiced flavored coffee offerings. I usually take my bagel to go but they have very cute outdoor seating here in 5 points. read more

I love Einstein Bros. This location was particularly fantastic! Nice and clean, lots of indoor seating, and my favorite thing next to the food itself would be the staff! Not only were they friendly, but I felt really taken care of despite the fact I only ordered a bagel with cream cheese, lol. To the fabulous guy who made my food, hats off to you and your wonderful customer service! The bagel itself (spinach florentine) was nice and hot, crisp and chewy. The garden veggie "schmear" was just the right amount. I left with a smile on my face...now that's a sign of good staff training. Definitely will be a repeat customer! read more

First visit. The place is comfortable and clean. Staff was very nice. I had a simple bb bagel with a honey almond shmear. It was cool. The coffee was good. Next time I will diy the shmear as it was a little heavy handed for me, I didn't realize they would do it for me. read more

Einstein Bros. Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I ordered through doordash first time 2 weeks ago. The food was so good , ordered again. I ordered yesterday, they charged me for hash browns but weren't delivered. Gave them another chance, ordered today hashbrowns and coffee were missing but I was charged. In addition, my sandwich was thrown in the wrapper , half cut, sloppy, all the pieces were all over the place. Everyone wants to get paid but nobody wants to do their job. I will never order again. I dont care what your food tastes like read more