I have been coming here for decades! Amazing every time! I have, personally, tasted every flavor of bagel......not a bad one to be had! The pizza bagels and hot dog bagels sell out quickly, so it's always a treat to see a nice tray, or trays, of them! They are amazing! The hard outer crust of the bagel is complimentary to the chewiness of the interior of each bagel. The service is quick but caring and patient. The atmosphere is clean and all business. Cream cheese (regular or flavored) and lox are also available for purchase. read more

With many recommendations, I finally made it to this local gem in chelsea! Great neighborhoody interior with a lot of tasty options on the menu. I had a pizza bagel and got a garlic and an onion bagel. All were extremely tasty and well made. This place lives up to the hype. I hope to be back son for the bagel dog! read more

History, great history at Katz's Bagels. Having been born and raised in Chelsea, I grew up on Katz's Bagels. Still the same family, same original bagels. These days there are so many bagel shops but it is important to know that Katz's is 'the real deal'. read more

Pretty standard bagels, pizza, and bagel dogs that gets the job done when you get the carb cravings. For $17 I was able to get 6 items which was quite the deal. The onion bagel was fine. Chewy and doughy but not much onion flavor. I should have waited to get it toasted to get more out of it. The bagel dog and pizza bagel were ok. The bagel on the dog and pizza was nice and chewy but nothing to write home about in regards to the hot dog or sauce and cheese. The place is definitely a hole in the wall with no seating so it's a quick grab and go situation. Not a place to expect friendly service but it was efficient. read more

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Best Bagels anyplace, anytime 40 30 years Delicious. I love the Bagles and for a treat the pizza bagles. read more

Closed for a week. No online notice...no website listed to check. Disappointing. We made a special trip. Parked a couple blocks away... read more

Katz Bagel Bakery - Sign on the door. Closed for Vaca. Boo. No online notice. No website listed on yelp... - Bagels Near Me - Chelsea, Massachusetts

This is a take-out only place. If you want a beverage, they have a vending machine where all drinks are $1 (soda & bottled water). I would have given 5 stars, but for the entire experience, I knocked off 2. So, we got two bagels (one everything, one sesame) with lox & chive cream cheese (please note they don't put it together for you, and they don't slice the bagel. They will give single serve containers with both the lox and cream cheese mixed together, and a knife). I wanted to eat it in the car, but decided it would be best to go back home lol. The bagel sandwiches were a 10/10. The chive cream cheese and lox mixture were super tasty, and they give you more than enough for one bagel. We also got the black & white cookie. The chocolate side was excellent - the frosting was smooth, creamy, and rich in chocolate flavor. Unfortunately, the vanilla side was a disappointment. The vanilla frosting was too, too sweet. The cookie base was great - spongey and moist. 6/10 rating. I knocked off the 2 stars for the grumpy service. I totally respect that this is a locals kinda place. I also read reviews and made sure that I had an idea of what I wanted so that I wasn't a nuisance. It wasn't a complicated order (and it was not busy), and yet, I still managed to elicit the rolling of the eyes, and impatience. Okay - no worries. Your bagels are excellent. But I'm just visiting, and want a relaxed experience. I'm doing my part to be a good customer, so I don't deserve the agita. Call me sensitive, but I just wanted to enjoy a simple, good bagel with good vibes. That being said, I would never turn down a bagel from this place - as long as someone else gets them lol. read more

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Amazing as always. Pizza Bagels for the win! Delivery makes it even better. Ordering online is flawless. read more

Katz Bagel Bakery - Delivery - Bagels Near Me - Chelsea, Massachusetts

Bootlegging Katz bagels out to Ohio for family member stuck there due to military assignment. Called Katz and said I need 12 pizza bagels, 12 hot dogs, 12 egg bagels and 24 other bagels. Was entirely prepared when I arrived and ready to go, This thanksgiving I'm thankful for Katz Bagels. read more

Katz Bagel Bakery - Serving suggestion - Bagels Near Me - Chelsea, Massachusetts

We are NJ bagel snobs and these are the best bagels we have found in 10 years near Boston. The pizza bagels and dogs are great as well. Chive cream cheese is VERY chivy but we like that. 11/10, we have finally found the best bagels near Boston. read more

Good old-fashioned bagels made the old way good variety, cream cheese. Pizza bagels are worth the trip.

The pizza bagel here is very good. They bagels are made fresh everyday . You can taste it's fresh . It's also very tasty . The price is good for the quality and portion size. The parking is on the street and a bit difficult . They don't have a parking garage unfortunately but it's definitely worth the trip . The staff is really friendly and helpful. The vibe is friendly and welcoming. read more

Bagels and cream cheese. That's it. Do one thing and do it the best you possibly can. At Katz they don't toast bagels. They don't sell coffee. They don't make breakfast sandwiches. They don't do a lot of things. They do however make a very affordable, chewy on the outside New York style bagel and amazing scallion cream cheese. They've been doing it for years. Grab a few dozen and some cream cheese for the office....you will be a hero! read more

Went to try the pizza bagels and they were amazing recommended 1000% service was excellent.

Been going there forever. My Dad grew up in Chelsea, so this is still a staple in my Life. The only Bagels I eat! Only problem is parking.

I was on vacation in Boston and seeking out a quality bagel shop to start my day. While I definitely felt the history of a family-owned shop at Katz, the space was tiny with just a moderate variety of bagel flavors and styles. I opted for the sesame bagel - which was medium dense, somewhat fresh, and tasted pretty good. But I've had much better bagels, particularly in my home state of New Jersey. Negatives - (1) butter was served in refrigerated foil-wrapped pats. The butter was cold and hard, and difficult to apply to my bagel using the plastic knife provided; and (2) I was shocked to learn that Katz does not serve coffee at its bagel shop! What? This is a glaring oversight and money-making opportunity for the business. On the positive side, the service was friendly and efficient. read more

Katz Bagel Bakery - Enjoying a sesame bagel outside Katz - Bagels Near Me - Chelsea, Massachusetts

Really old school bagels. Fresh, insanely so bagels. Service was perfect, walked in door told them what I want and was out the door in 15 minutes. Good chive cream cheese. Place is decidedly old school in terms of ambiance. Totally authentic. Got two dozen for the staff at work and everyone loved them. If I am in the Chelsea area, grab some more. And parking was pretty easy too. read more

The food is awesome, the service is excellent and the Ambiance is down to earth a friendly.

Great bakery and bagels. I have been going to Katz for 50 years the original bagel great pizza bagels. It's a traditional crunchy on out side soft in the inside. Family bakery. read more

Katz Bagel Bakery - The famous. Katz bakery in Chelsea mass. - Bagels Near Me - Chelsea, Massachusetts

Have been going there for years. The BEST bagels ever. Pizza bagels, hot dog bagels are all good. But, their regular everyday bagels are truly the best. read more

So incredibly happy to finally find bagels that actually would rival NY/NJ bagels in Massachusetts! I've been on the hunt for good bagels in the Boston area for so long and these definitely are top tier. Note that this is a very small mom & pop style bagel shop with no indoor seating and only street parking. They also serve bagels very differently than other places I've been to. For example, I ordered a sesame bagel with lox & chive cream cheese, and the bagel was served to me cut in half with the cream cheese in a separate container. Luckily they provided knives to assemble your bagel, but it did take me by surprise. Another difference is that they don't toast bagels here, but it shouldn't be a deal breaker for you because these bagels are served fresh and warm from the oven. I loved the sesame bagel that I tried - it was perfectly soft and warm on the inside while also being slightly crispy and chewy on the outside, exactly what I'm looking for in my bagels. The lox & chive cream cheese was also tasty and was the perfect amount of salty and savory goodness. Next time I visit I'll make sure to get a bunch of extra bagels to savor! read more

Katz Bagel Bakery - Sesame Bagel with Lox & Chive Cream Cheese - Bagels Near Me - Chelsea, Massachusetts

Best bagels in the Boston area. Been going here for 50 years. These guys have been making Eastern European style bagels since the 1930's and know their craft. The cream cheese with chives are a must as well. Inventors of the original pizza bagel. Worth the trip ! read more

Chelsea institution, love the bagels and go out of my way for the bagel pizzas. Give them a try read more

Best Bagels I've ever had. They are all so amazing!! BIZZA BAGELS for the win! I've been eating these since I could chew and I haven't stopped since read more

I am with Philip! I too am from Plymouth and will call in an order to pick up at Katz, anytime I am due to be in Boston for any reason. Best NY style/Jewish bagels around! Many bagels at other places are like bread with a hole in it and too soft and large. Katz bagels are chewy, as they should be. The real deal. The cream cheeses and pizza bagels are also excellent! read more

Best bagels !! With the veggie cream cheese!! So good ................................................................................................... read more

Best bagels in the greater Boston area run really good--if occasionally cantankerous in a charming way-- people. We typically don't get bagels if we can't get Katz. read more

Bagels were so fresh and good. The veggie and the chive cream cheese had great flavor. Friendly service too! Had to get the black and white cookie which was also yummy. read more

Best bagels around, I drive from Plymouth MA to get them (50 miles away) Every time I go to Logan, a stop at Zatz is planned. read more

Fresh bagels and classic delicious Plenty of cream cheese too They are take out only and also offer Pizza squares Unfortunately no preparation of food Pick your bagels add cream cheese tubs And some pizza too -bag it and out you go - old school and delicious read more

Katz Bagel Bakery - Onion bagel hand cut - Bagels Near Me - Chelsea, Massachusetts

A+ bagels, so glad I discovered this gem. Bagels are fresh and don't even need to be toasted, when you bring them home and eat them immediately. Decent price of $1.50 per bagel, though they will NOT toast them for you (as many signs posted around note). Also no sandwiches or anything fancy like that, but they do sell delicious cream cheese, I recommend the chive. For bagels, the honey wheat and everything are amazing - my local bagel critic notes that the everything actually has cardamom which is rare. Bonus is that on a weekday or weekend morning, there is usually street parking where a quarter will get you the 12 mins you need to buy your bagels and head home to enjoy them. Note: - discount for using cash - no coffee (just a vending machine of juice) - no complex sandwiches - better variety the earlier you go - a few steps up required to get into the small shop read more

Fresh bagels, crust is to the tooth and then chewy. Great variety, even salt bagels! Service is fast and friendly. Best bagels I've had in Boston, always worth the trip. read more

Small, no frills little bagel shop with amazing bagels and really friendly people! They don't seem to sell anything other than bagels, spreads, pizza bagels, and bagel hotdogs. It's a VERY small menu and there are probably only about 4 spreads you can choose from. I came around noon on a weekend. Some bagels were already sold out but they still had a lot to choose from. You can't really go wrong with any of their bagels or spreads. Love their pizza bagel! The bagel crust is slightly crunchy on the outside but still soft on the inside. Would recommend stopping by if you're in the area and want a quick bite/breakfast! read more

Katz Bagel Bakery - Small shop, great bagels, and really friendly people - Bagels Near Me - Chelsea, Massachusetts

My sister and I discovered Katz Bagels in 1977, and we have been going there ever since. The BEST bagels if you like the chewy malty flavor of an old NYC bagel! I live in AZ now, where the bagels are big and fluffy, sometimes sourdough, but I always visit Katz's when back in the Boston area. read more

Katz Bagel Bakery is absolutely not a restaurant. This is a bagel bakery. The difference is that they can't put the cream cheese on the bagel for you. I learned this from the owner (?) and heard a bit about his troubles with the tax man. But moving on. I got an onion and a very fresh pumpernickel bagel this morning. With it, a tub of their chive cream cheese and my own plastic knife. I took these back to the office, sliced them myself and spread the cream cheese myself. Bagels were excellent. Very, very fresh and so not needing even a second in the toaster. Chewy outside and soft inside, exactly the way a bagel is supposed to be. Yum! I will be back to Katz for sure before I'm done in Chelsea. read more

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I grew up eating Katz bagels. My family absolutely loves the Pizza bagel. I have shared these with so many people. My family we put (don't say rude comments) the whipped cream cheese on them. Don't remember why but it's delicious. I remember there was a woman in there when I went to get some pizza bagels and I asked for the cream cheese. She asked did I need additional bagels. I said no. Bit confused about it and asked what I needed the cream cheese for and I explained it. She said I will buy you a pizza bagel and cream cheese just to see you eat it. No problem bonus!!! read more

Katz Bagel Bakery is a solid, no-frills bagel shop that gets patrons in and out of their establishment relatively quickly. I went on a Sunday morning, and there was bit of a line, but I wasn't waiting for more than a minute. Parking directly out front of the business is a little tricky with all of the people dropping by to pick up their orders, but if you're willing to walk a little (less than 5 minutes,) there is plenty of street parking just down the street on Broadway. I opted for both the famous Pizza Bagel and the Bagel Dog, and both were very flavorful. I liked that the cooked bagel dough was slightly fluffy as opposed to being crunchy. I'll definitely return when I have out of town guests. read more

Katz Bagel Bakery - Exterior - Bagels Near Me - Chelsea, Massachusetts

Great place. Bagels are excellent. The first bagel I ever had was from Katz in 1973. Still my favorite.

This place is totally rad. The wifey and I got pizza bagels, ate them, and came back 20 minutes later to get another. Because they were really tasty and we wanted more, and I wanted a bagel dog. Everything bagel was seasoned to perfection, and the chive cream cheese was also smack. Service was exactly who you'd want making and selling your bagel, no-nonsense. It's also a tiny little place, but you're not there to enjoy the sights and sounds of Chelsea, MA-- you're there to get a bunch of pizza bagels! Katz bagels, I am thinking about you! read more

Food! Classic bagel shop with great service! Small shop, and a little cramped but it feels homie and cozy. read more