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    Holey City Bagels

    4.5 (203 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Holey Grail on Jalapeno Cheddar
    Mary W.

    There's a reason HCB packs out, and it was 100% worth the 45 minute wait. I've never had a more delicious bagel! It was huge, with the perfect bite. I had the Holey Grail Bagel, and the addition of the hashbrown on that sandwich is to die for. It's the perfect bite - salty, crunchy, spicy, sweet, and while $16 may feel steep for a breakfast sandwich, they do not skimp you at all on the ingredients. I'd come back here in a heartbeat and wait another 45!

    Ami A.

    This place is worth the hype! As a former New Yorker I am definitely a bagel connoisseur. This spot is hands down the most flavorful and perfect mix of doughy and crunch. The line was out the door! Delicious!

    Ham egg and cheese bagel
    Christy S.

    This popular breakfast spot was close to our hotel, so we went in to get breakfast today. There are lots of choices for bagels and cream cheese. We chose bagel breakfast sandwiches. Mine was called southern heat, and it included house made pimento cheese, bacon and hot honey. It had a good flavor. Unfortunately, I found that there was hair baked into my bagel. I just couldn't eat anymore after that. Lines are quite long, so allow yourself plenty of time to wait to order then wait again to pick up your food. It was about 35 minutes for us.

    Darien M.

    Delighted to find this TERRIFIC bagel shop today. Every bagel type is a winner. They packed them beautifully in plastic for us when I said we were taking them on the road and wanted them not to get stale. Being from New Jersey originally ourselves, we knew these would be top notch when we saw their NJ Parkway sign and NJ state map, too!! Now we live in California (me) and North Carolina (my companion) and will have to be content to dream of this bagel perfection. And yes, these bagels have holes! Free parking in their lot across the street. It's no wonder they were packed with people!

    Bagel sandwich
    Sagarika G.

    Holey City Bagels is NYC-style bagel heaven right in Charleston--and it totally lives up to the hype! The bagels are fluffy, perfectly chewy, and have that unbeatable bite you crave. We got a bacon, egg, and cheese on a cheddar jalapeño bagel with scallion cream cheese, and another on an everything bagel--both toasted to perfection and insanely delicious. Weekdays are less busy than weekends, but go early if you're coming on a Saturday or Sunday. The staff is super quick, hardworking, and friendly--kudos to the team for keeping everything running smoothly. Totally worth the hike and the hype!

    Lani N.

    The amount of salmon and cream cheese was decent, the everything bagel flavor was good but it was cold. The crunch was there but dough was a bit dense not enough air pockets. It's was crazy busy!

    Thuy H.

    Bagels were soft, but I was hoping the rosemary salt bagel would be baked with the rosemary in it. It was just placed on top. Still delicious though. Sandwich was made fresh, so it came out hot! Coffee can be ordered at the bagel counter, but must be picked up next door. If you're looking to just get coffee, you don't have to wait in the bagel line. Just enter the other door and order there

    Bacon egg and cheese sandwich

    It was delicious and their coffee was amazing too. It is popular so took a little longer to get food but can place pick up orders online! Staff was pretty good too.

    Split that baby in half with some hotel coffee, and BAM!
    Rocky M.

    Wow. Holey City Bagels completely delivered. My husband "ran out to grab breakfast" and somehow stumbled into this place... and I'm very glad he did. He brought me an everything bagel with egg, cheese, and sausage, and it was absolutely ridiculous in the best way. Perfectly toasted, packed with flavor, and just one of those breakfast sandwiches you keep thinking about after the last bite. Honestly, this was one of those unexpected finds that ends up being a highlight. Breakfast in bed just hit differently thanks to this place. We'll 100% be back.

    Abbey V.

    My bagel was okay. Not bad but not the best I've ever had. You do get a big bagel for the price so that was good! Very cute inside

    Lox bagel
    El H.

    As a pescatarian who doesn't eat dairy or eggs, I'm normally not able to order lox bagels! But they made it easy for me to sub vegan cream cheese, and the rosemary bagel was fantastic (that's my favorite kind of bagel)! It wasn't the best bagel I've ever had, but it was definitely the best lox bagel.

    Pastrami egg and cheese on sesame seed bagel
    Mitchell S.

    Great bagel! Got the pastrami egg and cheese which was a little heavier on the cheese but that's what I typically prefer. The line was nearly out the door but my wait was not as long as I would've expected

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    James S.

    Was there when they opened at 7am. A few people there. Had the egg and cheese bagel with a drip coffee. A great bagel. Very light and less dense than a NY bagel. Coffee was solid. People who work there are very nice. A fantastic choice in Charleston for a quick and filling breakfast.

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    What an amazing bagel sandwich! Worth the wait! I would recommend ordering ahead! We waited an hour to get our bagels!!

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    Tasty bagels, quick service, enough seating. Nothing extremely special but worth a visit if staying nearby and want a quick breakfast.

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    Great menu, happy staff, vibrant customer base of young college kids. Love it plus it was 1 block away from our Airbnb

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    They are now open on Mondays! I think they are open 7 Days a week now.

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    4.6(16 reviews)
    4.4 mi

    This place offers bagels, pastries, and beverages. I came for bagels but ended up with some of all…read morethree. Their chai is a dirty chai by default, but I'm not a huge coffee person so they made me a "clean" one. It was sweet and had quite a lot of flavors mixed in. The bagels I stored and ate later; their version of an everything bagel has even more than the usual such bagel, including some fennel seeds and probably other things. The bagels would have been better at peak freshness but were still well received. My pastry haul included a mouthwatering nutella pop tart and a coffee cake muffin, as well as a variety of donuts. Flavors were strong all around. I had also wanted a butterbean hummus bagel sandwich that was on their menu, but which they did not have for some reason. I don't feel compelled to wait until I try it to give them the five stars.

    I came into Girl Nextdough this past weekend. My wife had stopped by once before only to find them…read morecompletely sold out of most items. That can be a great sign, but it can also be annoying as a customer. We knew coming this holiday weekend, we may find less items. When we rolled in around 9AM we were happy to see a good amount of pastries, donuts, and bagels still available. The store is small and while there is outdoor seating, I think it makes sense to pickup and go. We ordered an almond croissant and bagels. The almond croissant was tremendous! It was rich and moist. The bagels with cream cheese were also good. We both ordered everything bagels that carried a ton of taste. They were a bit...hard, but I would still try a different bagel again. The prices are slightly high for each item, albeit I did think the quality was high. We will likely come back again at some point, but I don't think this spot takes the crown as the best bakery around town.

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    Island Provisions Charleston

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    4.5(107 reviews)
    0.2 mi•Cannonborough

    5/5 Stars - Absolutely Incredible!…read more This spot is a total gem. We ordered a vanilla cinnamon iced latte, a cappuccino, a smoothie, a breakfast sandwich on an everything bagel, and a strawberry pop-tart, and every single item was outstanding- gluten free options too!!! The breakfast sandwich was perfect--flavorful, fresh, and served on a perfectly toasted everything bagel. The strawberry pop-tart was unreal, an elevated treat, and the drinks hit the spot. The iced latte had just the right balance of vanilla and cinnamon without being overly sweet, the cappuccino was expertly crafted, and the smoothie was incredibly refreshing. Beyond the food, the vibe here is immaculate. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the background music is great, and the workers are exceptionally friendly. It's the perfect place to kickstart your morning. We will definitely be back!

    A very solid find for an easy and quick lunch while in Charleston. Driving in from Kiawah, I…read morestarted the hunt for a good lunch spot on the way and Yelp brought us right to Island Provisions. It is much more casual than I thought, with some of the menu (like bowls and salads) already made and ready to grab from the fridge. So happy we ended up staying because everything was fantastic. We ordered at the counter, grabbed drinks from the fridge and found a table on the side, covered patio. Food was brought out super quickly and it was absolutely delicious. I got the St. Philip pita, which was incredible and almost tasted like a halal cart chicken sandwich in the best way. It was so filling and so good. It came with a really tasty side salad. My fiance got the BLT which was just as great. I can see this being a really ideal space to bring my laptop and get some work done if I lived in the area. Definitely worth a visit if you are looking for a great, casual space for breakfast, lunch or coffees.

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    The Harbinger Cafe & Bakery - Spice girl

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    4.7(251 reviews)
    1.2 mi•North Central
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    Cute place that has a good amount of seating in the back. We got:…read more Grasshopper toast/avocado toast- This was probably our favorite thing and would definitely recommend. It was unique with the different flavors and textures on top that came together really nicely. Almond frangipane scone- I'm not the biggest fan of dried fruit in baked goods, but otherwise thought this was tasty and would want to get a scone/biscuit without dried fruit next time. Would recommend. Cinnamon twist- Tasty! Not mind blowing, but we enjoyed and would get again. Best friend/chocolate chip cookie- Loved that it was crispy on the outside and chewy in the center part and that it used a darker chocolate. Jam sesh- This was not our favorite and we wouldn't get it again. We just didn't think all the flavors worked together. Short + Sweet- The coffee cake was maybe a little overbaked. My friend liked it more than I did, but I didn't feel like I needed to have it again. Overall it's a good place to go with a few people and try a bunch of things and hang out!

    It's been quite a while since I made the effort to return to The Harbinger Café on Upper King and…read moreit reminded me instantly why this spot is such a Charleston favorite. The vibe is still effortlessly cozy and creative--flowers, greenery, unusual Christmas gifts, and those little bakery touches that make you want to linger over your latte. This time around, everything felt even better than I remembered. The staff were warm and welcoming, and the service had that relaxed but attentive feel. I tried a couple of their seasonal items, and once again the flavors were bright, fresh, and a little unexpected in the best way. Their baked goods are still the standout--beautifully made, not overly sweet & just delicious. It's the kind of place where you can sit with a book, catch up with a friend, or just enjoy a slow morning with coffee and something delicious. Consistently great atmosphere, consistently great food, and a place that really gets better with every visit. Why did it take so long to return. I've now placed it in the top of my list for a great coffee spot.

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