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    Garden State Bagels

    4.3 (556 reviews)
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    Closed 5:30 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Seasonal pumpkin bagel with cream cheese ($5)
    Brenna A.

    I've never had a bagel like this! Based on the other reviews, it sounds like I've never had a real east coast bagel... until now. I walked into this no frills shop, greeted my friendly employees, and tried the seasonal pumpkin bagel with cream cheese ($5). They did not play with that cream cheese! The flavor was distinctly pumpkin but not overly sweet like you might find elsewhere. The bagel had a nice crispy outside and soft, fluffy yet moist inside. I would definitely come back and enjoy another flavor or breakfast sandwich (posted for under $9).

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    Craig W.

    Put this bagel shop at the top of your bagel list. The line was long but moved quickly. The bagels come out fresh and hot. They are also as big as Frisbees and trust me, I'm not complaining. They are soft and chewy and delicious. No preservatives, either. They have just about every flavor of bagel imaginable. I am more of a traditionalist. A nice onion bagel with chive cream cheese makes me happy but you do you. The owner was working the register and has charisma for days. I felt like I made a new friend after a 30 second interaction. And here we are, enjoying the bagels 24 hours later, and they are still soft and chewy and delicious. Excellent bagels at reasonable prices and wonderful customer service.

    I never leave reviews but I just wanna start out by saying if you are charging $20 for one lox bagel not even face up I better get a pound of salmon and not 3 pieces. Employees were nice but $20 for a bagel, guys what are we doing!

    Micheal AKA the GOAT!

    Micheal is just the greatest! He was so energetic and happy. The bagels were delicious and the service was amazing. Best guy ever!!!!

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    3 years ago

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    3 years ago

    Just spent $5 on their "fresh orange juice" which was literally concentrated orange juice from the bottle in a plastic cup.

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    2 years ago

    really good service and super fluffy bagels. the man who works the register was so so nice and friendly. def recommend10/10!!

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    3 years ago

    I go there every day for breakfast best egg sandwiches in town. Great service. The ambience reminds me of New York.

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    Hi Zeno! Thanks for the love! Hope to see you back soon!

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    2 years ago

    Coming in here makes my day 100 times better. Great vibes, even better bagels!!! The people here are so kind and always make me smile.

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    2 years ago

    Maggie was great, made the best bagel breakfast sandwich. The sandwich was delicious and the service was perfect to start my morning.

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    2 years ago

    AMAZING BAGEL SPOT!! Super nice guys and great tasting bagels!! Will definitely be visiting again soon, thanks so much!

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    2 years ago

    My favorite bagel spot of all time. Michael was fantastic and hospitable. Thank you Michael!!

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    2 years ago

    Very good service and the owner was really friendly and good energy!! :) The bagels were also very good!

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    2 years ago

    The most delicious bagels!! Highly recommend!!! Wonderful variety and great customer service!

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    2 years ago

    First time here. Great food and great customer service! The bagel was delicious. Will definitely return.

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    Bagels are very fresh and delicious, with outstanding service and a welcoming atmosphere. I can't recommend visiting enough.

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    3 years ago

    Amazing bagels and extremely kind employees. This place has been my go to in the mornings, highly recommend!

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    3 years ago

    Mike is the best, but his bagels are even better. Garden state is a staple of Encinitas!

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    3 years ago

    Hands down the best bagel place in north county. Bagels are always fresh, with friendly and fast service. Highly recommended!!

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    4 years ago

    New owner- all locations!! So you can go back now and enjoy the best bagels on the West Coast.

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    2 years ago

    Fantastic bagels. A must check out if you're looking for a real bagel in California. Mike's the man

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    3 years ago

    The breakfast bagels were amazing - some of the best we've ever had. The staff and owner were super friendly too. We'll definitely be back.

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    Ask the Community - Garden State Bagels

    Do you have bialys? Hope so!!?

    Hi Gail! Thanks so much for asking - yes we do have bialys, made fresh every day. We hope you’ll come in and say hi and give them a try!

    Do you have Taylor ham / pork roll,?

    Hi Joel! Yes, we do! Hope to see you in soon!… 

    How are the bialey's? True to East Coast? Miss them.

    Not east coast. Service awful, bagels not good and way over priced. Never again, many other choices.

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    Review Highlights - Garden State Bagels

    If you're looking for a bagel anywhere in North County this place is absolutely worth the drive.

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