Sorry Hot Bagel but you finally lost me after 20+ years as a loyal customer. Until a couple years ago you were charging $1.00/bagel (the long time price). Then the price was increased to $1.25/ bagel. I didn't like the 25% price increase...but I went along with it. Now (as of early 2026)...the price of a bagel has been raised again to $1.50/bagel! This is just out of hand. Compared to 2-3 years ago...this is a 50% price increase. How would you like it if the price of a brand new car went up 50% in just 2 years...or the rent on an apartment went up 50% in just 2 years. A 50% price increase in just 2 years is insane!!! For comparison...with $1.50 I can purchase a whole 20oz loaf of bread at the grocery store. Goodbye Georges Hot Bagel. : ( read more

George has the BEST bagels around!!! We especially love the sesame, everything, pumpernickel and cinnamon raisin bagels! Family run. Good people! Worth the trip!! read more

First time here and was a bit thrown off that by the fact they don't serve sandwiches but I ended up getting a cinnamon raisin bagel toasted with butter and scallion cream cheese and I ate it so fast I forgot to take a pic! It was absolutely delicious, will definitely be going back. read more

this is the first bagel shop in fair lawn from years ago when I was a kid they're still consistently good I don't know who's writing about their sandwiches because they don't make sandwiches there so if you want the best bagels around here other bagel places make sandwiches and I'm not happy with the place on River Road they ruined my bagel sandwich several times my parents were both New Yorkers so they knew a good bagel read more

Best bagels in the area. Hands down. It's hard to get a bad bagel, but these are exceptional

First the bagels are Kosher, second, when I needed a last minute order they jumped in and had it done. Third, and most importantly the bagels are AWESOME! I travel from Morristown for their bagels. Thank you!! read more

Love my NJ bagels!!! Hot out of the oven. They have my favorite, whole wheat everything. They have all the different flavors, onions, sesame, garlic, etc. read more

A really amazing bagel! Firm outside and fluffy inside. The location has a nice well trained staff and it's clean. This bagel shop is definitely one of the top bagel shops in Fair Lawn! The only downside is their small tight parking lot, it's difficult to get a spot and when you do it's almost impossible to leave. read more

The storefront from the outside looks rather nondescript, and the inside looks just as much so. This is truly a bagel shop, without all the fuss. My bagel came out warm and fluffy, although for an everything bagel, I'd have wanted a bit more "everything" on it. I had mine with cream cheese as well, and it was tasty and not over spreaded with the cream cheese. Definitely a gold mine tucked away in Fair Lawn. read more

I've never entirely gotten the intense love that some have for bagels; in my opinion, they're usually pretty filling, but about as exciting as eating excelsior. Then again, maybe it's me--- I've never quite gotten the love of bread either (with the exception of Irish soda bread, which I love). Bread is filler for those portions of my stomach not being filled with meat and potatoes, or lasagna and sausage, or pot roast and mac'n'cheese, or fried chicken and cole slaw, or...whatever. Which is not to say that I won't scarf down some bagels, with alacrity, when hungry. And I can't really think of any I've had that are any better than these. My birth mother lived in Fair Lawn for a long time, and was always a regular patron here. This last Thanksgiving (or, more accurately, the Friday after Thanksgiving), we were traveling up to Connecticut to visit relatives, and she made sure to make a stop here to purchase some bagels, as she usually does, before starting on our journey north. The store is located in a comparatively small mini-mall and parking is very tight (in fact, if memory serves me right, there are signs posted telling patrons that they can't park for more than 15 minutes). There's usually a line inside the small front space of the store, but in my experience, it moves pretty quickly. There are a variety of fresh bagels on display, and standing in the front by the cash register, you can look towards the back and see them being made. My birth mother ordered a variety, and I asked for a regular bagel, with butter (there are other toppings, like cream cheese, available). Me being me, I supplemented that with a large Italian black-and-white cookie, and a container of orange juice (there's a rack with potato chips, cheese doodles, etc., alongside the cash register; on the other side of the store are the beverages). It filled the gap nicely between breakfast and the turkey and stuffing that I was anticipating in a few hours. It was a large bagel, surprisingly flavorful, and fresh. Service was friendly, and efficient. Whether one was ordering a quantity of bagels, like my birth mother, or a single bagel, like me-- the line moved briskly along. My relatives in Connecticut, bagel lovers all, were very happy and eager to receive the bag of them that my birth mother presented on our arrival there. They were polite about the bottle of wine I presented, but the enthusiasm level was much less pronounced. Which means the wine was very mediocre, or the bagels were very good. Given the reaction of my Connecticut relatives, it can't help but be pretty obvious, even to an ambivalent bagel eater like myself, that they're very, very good bagels. read more

Don't sleep on this place. The interior is simple but sometimes simple is best! It's offers exactly what the name says....Hot bagels. I have tried most bagel places in fair lawn and I will give it to hot bagels. Bagels are always fresh! read more

George’s Hot Bagels - Cream cheese with a side of Cinnamon raisin bagel - Bagels Near Me - Fair Lawn, New Jersey

As the quest for the best bagel continues..this place fell short in many aspects. Let's start with the good, I got a Taylor ham, egg and cheese with extra meat and it was pretty good. The bagels not that great, average at best, I usually eat them the next couple of days when I get a dozen and I just kind of let these expire and was unenthusiastic to eat them after the initial breakfast. We also had an egg platter that had scrambled eggs, bacon and home fries..this was the low light of the order..eggs were meh, bacon was soggy and not good, home fries were greasy and not much flavor. I do this to myself trying new places and I would grab a TEC on the go if it were the only place available but it's not and I probably won't be back. read more

George’s Hot Bagels - Taylor ham egg and cheese..SPK, extra meat - Bagels Near Me - Fair Lawn, New Jersey

A fresh everything bagel with veggie cream cheese.. Best way to start my day! Which is why I like coming to this place. However I do not appreciate the fact that I get charged for toasting my bagel? Ridiculous. It only happens when the lady cashier is taking care of me, but when the guy is working he doesn't. I don't mind paying a little more for a fresh bagel but to toast it ? Sounds extremely silly. It's a very small establishment. No place to sit & eat. It's definitely a pick up & go bagel place. They have a shared parking lot so most likely you'll always find a parking spot. Inside they have an ATM machine, this place is cash only. They also have various juices & chips. Came here a few times but after finding this out I probably won't be coming by anytime soon. read more

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I love their bagels. Ask for what's hot and try those and you won't be disappointed. My favorite is hot cinnamon raisin bagel with butter. Their blueberry is good too. read more

Friendly service on any morning you stop by. Quick too! Bagels are fantastic, especially if you're a bagel snob like most Jersey people are. Ambiance is indicative a true bagel spot. read more

When did a bagel sandwich become $6?? Taylor ham is paper thin and barely any of it on the sandwich. Most places around are half the price. Staff is nice. Bagel quality is decent. Value is low. read more

I have a soft spot in my heart for these bagels because I grew up eating them and make sure to have some every time I visit home. The crust is perfectly crunchy and the inside is soft and pillowy. The storefront is basically just the bagel counter and some deli fridges with cream cheese, OJ, etc, but what else do you really need? read more

Stopped by this place on a Wednesday morning on my way to work. Very fast and quick service, extremely pleasant cashier. The bagel was hot, soft, and very fresh. The coffee was also very fresh and delicious. Very unassuming place - no crazy decor, strange menu items, or anything funny looking. Just great bagels, coffee, and service. Highly recommended! read more

I'll give them credit for being close knit with the community and for their friendliness with their regulars. However, if you place an order and they get it wrong and you are watching trying to correct them before they proceed---they will say you said it to late. And then then nonchalantly say , if you like it fine, if you don't like it fine. Hey, but at least they are friendly about it. Even if you are out whatever you paid for your order. read more

Best and most consistent bagels in Bergen County (and beyond). Bagels are often crunchy on the outside, fluffy inside, a true bagel. Many other shops have soft bagels all around, which are subpar. George's are great. Keep in mind: it is a bagel shop, no grill, no Taylor ham egg and cheese. But if you want A+ bagels, this is the place to go. read more

First the reviews here that state they got a Taylor Ham and Cheese sandwich are reviewing the wrong shop, they are most likely reviewing River Rd Hot Bagels. This location has Kosher Certification so you will NOT find any meat served here let alone pork. The bagels here are some of the best in NJ, they are dene and crunchy with great flavor, They do not take cards so make sure you bring cash . read more

Best everything bagel in fair lawn ! Their bagels never disappoint, but they don't make eggs :( so I don't go there as much as other places. Also cash only in today's world, is a little shady imo. But for what they do, they are the best ! read more

Did not have a good experience at this establishment. Not quite sure how 2 mini bagels with scallion cream cheese an everything bagel with cream cheese and 1 orange juice comes out to $12.25 when the guy in front of me got 1 dozen bagels for $11. Oh I know how, your employee doesn't know your menu or pricing. Maybe Saturday morning at 8am isn't the best time to "train". It was evident she was very new and very flustered. Even the other gentleman behind the counter seemed frustrated with her and he owns the business. She couldn't explain the pricing as to why my order was so expensive and unfortunately I was running late to work so I paid the ungodly price and walked out. Attached is a photo of a mini bagel with what is supposed to be scallion cream cheese which was nowhere worth the price I had to pay. Sorry but this place has lost my business. read more

George’s Hot Bagels - Where's the scallion cream cheese you over charged me for? - Bagels Near Me - Fair Lawn, New Jersey

Small bagel shop with in need of a serious makeover. Workers here are extremely nice and quick with your order. Prices are great. No place to eat inside, so you are forced to grab and go. Cash only. Their bagel are OKAY, but nothing I was overly enthusiastic about. Had a sesame seed bagel with cream cheese. Wasn't too bad. Don't exactly understand why this place is called "hot" bagels though, especially since bagels are unable to be toasted. Not only do they not toast the bread, but they also don't provide anything to offer besides cream cheese and butter. Yup, that means, no BEC, no egg salad, no meats- nothing. It was kinda weird if you asked me- never exactly been to a hot bagel shop with limited options. I also has some coffee, which wasn't exactly hot either and had too much milk and sugar in it. read more

As a bagel lover, I can say these are the best bagels on the planet. I literally drive 90 miles just to get bagels from here.

The Original! Cash Only The bagels here are the best around, no fancy counter, deli cases or cafe, just great bagels. Well seeded and cooked just right if I want a bagel this is where I go, they make a nice cup of coffee here as well. Bagel & Coffee? You found the right place! I see the map is wrong, Hot Bagels is located in the strip mall at the corner of Saddle River Rd. and Fair Lawn Ave. Additional parking around back read more

Still going strong after all these years. They have every sort of bagel, including less common varieties like whole-wheat everything. Their onion bagels are generously coated all over, but alas their garlic bagels usually are not, with just a part of the top of the bagel coated (perhaps my only complaint, here--if I could I'd have the bagel encrusted in garlic and garlic baked into the dough as well.) The bagels are always coming out fresh from the oven, and service is usually very fast. But when I come I actually hope there's a bit of a line, so I have a time watch the owner do his baking. Cash only. read more

YIKES. Bagels taste great but dealing with the owner and employees is a disaster to say the least. We had a once/month standing order since September. A no brainer. Last month they screwed up. Mistakes happen! We get it! But....take responsibility and honor your word. George says one thing and does another. Juan argues and Mimi has a big nasty mouth and should NOT talk to customers. Sad to take our business elsewhere. Not worth the hassle here. read more

First of all this shop sells kosher bagels with dairy spreads. It says so on a wall sign hanging behind the front counter. So, a review or photo about pork products is just wrong. Including the modern variations, which I enjoy, the bagels here are as close to old school style in crust, texture and taste. The crust is a nice brown color with a chew and crunch when you bite in to it. Inside texture also has nice density and flavor. Toppings could be a bit more generous, but the overall Bagel flavor makes up for it. Wish it were a bit closer to home. read more

Best bagel place on the planet. It's that easy. Trust me! I have been here everyday this week. The bagels are made onsite, multiple times a day from scratch and are absolutely delicious. It's worth waiting for a new batch that's so hot it's actually steaming. While there is some good competition in the New York/New Jersey area, I always come back to the place that's in my backyard. My friends and family beg me to pick up a dozen of these bagels every time they visit from out of state. It's 85 cents for a plain bagel-- 10/2013 read more

George’s Hot Bagels - View from front of store - Bagels Near Me - Fair Lawn, New Jersey

Great when they are hot but apparently the owner, George, doesn't believe on wearing a mask around his face as opposed to his chin all the time. Unfortunately he will wait on customers with the chin strap and get within 6 feet of customers waiting. It's an insult to his customers but I guess he doesn't care. read more

Tiny little neighborhood bagel spot. The kitchen is open so you can see people in the back making bagels. Definitely a perfect spot to walk in and get a few bagels in the morning for your bagel babe and dip out (no place for seating..). I got the pumpernickel bagel (the most superior bagel) and my bagel babe got sesame..both came out pretty ~hot~...all fresh, not too smushy/dense...and sooo cheeeappp (cash only!). read more

Best bagels in town plain and simple! Jorge always greets you with a smile.

You can see from Sean's review exactly what people say: Does it matter that it has a very basic name? Does it matter that the menu is sparse? The answer to both is no. There is no place better in New York, New Jersey, or anywhere else to get a better bagel. Go here for the best bagels anywhere. I rarely ever eat bagels otherwise since this place has converted me from the non-flavorful side of bagels to this rich goodness. BTW, if you ask for Cream Cheese or butter on your bagel, expect a lot of Cream Cheese. read more

Saturdays are our favorite days because it's Hot Bagel day! Friendly staff and amazing bagels--what more can you ask for?

I stop by almost everyday on my way to work and the bagels are always freshly made and the employees are always welcoming. Definitely check them out if you're in the area! read more

Horrible customer service, asked for two adjustments, got the two opposite. Had no shame in giving me toastless lukewarm bagel when asked for toasted. Weird ass white dude eyein me up and down the whole line up, I will Never Walk in there Again. read more

This is the best goddamn bagel I've ever eaten and I'll tell you why: it tastes better plain than bagels do with cream cheese or butter on them. I don't know how they get it to be so crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside -- so hot and moist and satisfying -- but the bar for bagelry has risen indefinitely because of this place. read more

Great fresh bagels ! I love the plain and everything bagels. Hard working staff that are always nice They now have more spreads to put on bagels like scallion cream cheese which is fantastic! They have mini bagels as well. They offer some basic spreads like Philadelphia cream cheese, fluffy cream cheese and scallion cream cheese. They also sell pre packaged lox. read more

Perhaps years living in the deli-bare Pacific Northwest have just left me rabidly frothing at the mouth for even a passable bagel, but these guys pretty much are the best in an extended concept of town and worth a visit on my infrequent trips to my land of origin. Bare bones, eschewing even a proper name or a distinguishing brand, they sport a bagel oven, sweltering hot in the place if you go in the mornings indicating properly made bagels, and I think maybe they might have cream cheese - but you seriously don't even need it to enjoy their range from the classic plain and raisin to the more exotic varieties of poppy, garlic, and the monstrous combination known as the "everything" bagel. The only practical way this place could be better is if they delivered [for free] or they gave the bagels away, which they pretty much already do at 75 cents (tax included) per bagel, cheaper if you buy in bulk. My only regret is that I didn't appreciate them more when they were a 5 minute drive as opposed to a 5 hour flight away and I am reduced to the paling substitute of bagel-shaped bread for a temporary starch fix. read more