Food was delicious and the workers were incredible! I'm nearly 8 months pregnant and one of the workers was so helpful in answering my questions and helping me avoid a food sensitivity I've developed to onion. We were all happy with our food and the bagels are some of the best I've had. I'll admit I was skeptical about the birthday cake cream cheese but it was so good! Definitely give this place a try read more

If you're staying in FiDi, Liberty Bagels is an absolute must! We ended up going every single morning of our trip because they were just that good. The bagels are huge, fresh, and packed with flavor. The cream cheese selection is absolutely amazing with so many fun and delicious options to choose from. Everything we tried was incredible. The shop was always clean, and the staff was so friendly and helpful. They took the time to answer our questions and helped us pick out the perfect bagels and cream cheese combinations. Hands down some of the best bagels we've ever had. We can't wait to come back on our next trip to NYC! If you're staying in FiDi, Liberty Bagels is an absolute must! We ended up going every single morning of our trip because they were just that good. The bagels are huge, fresh, and packed with flavor. The cream cheese selection is absolutely amazing with so many fun and delicious options to choose from. Everything we tried was incredible. The shop was always clean, and the staff was so friendly and helpful. They took the time to answer our questions and helped us pick out the perfect bagels and cream cheese combinations. Hands down some of the best bagels we've ever had. We can't wait to come back on our next trip to NYC! read more

Pretty great bagel! I'm trying to try different bagels around NYC to rank bagel spots and Liberty Bagels is currently #4! My current ranking is currently 1) Ess-A-Bagel 2) Moonrise Bagels 3) Scoop 4) Liberty Bagels 5) Bagel I got from a Bodega read more

Delicious iconic bagels! I tried the rainbow and French toast - both with tofu cc. The rainbow is similar to a plain flavor, which was perfect for me. The French toast was a bit sweet in my opinion to eat the whole thing, but it's great if you're splitting with someone. I love, love, love that they have plant-based cream cheese! The location in FiDi was not busy on a Monday at 7:45. We had no line. read more

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I love the FiDi spot! The staff was super friendly and welcome, which makes it stand out among the bagel shops I've been to. The bagel was huge and satisfying! read more

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Amazing bagels, what you would expect in New York City. I ordered the classic lox, a breakfast bagel, and a rainbow bagel with cream cheese. The bagels themselves were very fluffy and tasty, and the sandwiches were very generous. These are the type of bagels that you can save half for later. The rainbow bagel (I may be late to this anomaly) was specially my favorite, cool rainbow colors, somewhat sweet, and fun to tear up. We had the food delivered, and everything was perfect, including the coffee we ordered. read more

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I ordered a Liberty Bagel toasted which in translation is a plain bagel with a dill/herbs cream cheese. The bagel was toasted and heavily spread with the dill/herbs cream cheese. That first bite was delicious. The flavor of the dill/herbs cream cheese combined with the soft dough was great. The service staff are professional, efficient and knowledgeable. The store is long and fyi you need to go to the back to place your order and come to the front to pick up your order. Before you go to the back to place your order look at the selection of the cream cheese there are so many to choose from. You will enjoy the selection and the free ambiance of the location where is the heart of the financial district. read more

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Visiting from Texas, we had to stop in and try these bagels--and wow, they did not disappoint! I ordered the brisket on a jalapeño cheddar bagel, and it was absolutely mouthwatering. The bagels are HUGE, so I could only eat half of mine at a time, but every bite was worth it. They also have an incredible selection of cream cheese flavors. We tried the rainbow bagels with the birthday cake cream cheese, and they were so good that I had to go back and get another one before heading back to Texas! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and made with care. If you're visiting the area or you're a local looking for an amazing bagel spot, this place is definitely worth a stop. A couple of things to keep in mind: the lines can be very long, and you'll likely have to wait since the bagels are made fresh. They do have additional seating in the back, but it can get crowded, and there aren't quite enough seats for the number of customers during busy times. read more

Liberty Bagels - Jalapeño cheddar bagel with Brisket, sausage , cheese, onions and tomatoes. - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

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When in New York, you have to get a bagel! The exterior was under construction (welcome to New York!) but when we walked in the interior was bright and clean. We were warmly greeted and set out on the impossible task of picking which bagel/cream cheese combination to buy. We didn't realize we were in the wrong line for a minute. Apparently we were waiting in the pick up line not the order line... Whoops! ‍‍ So we headed to the back, to the correct/order line and placed our order. Our bagels & cream cheese came out so fast and we would've inhaled them immediately but I had to take a few pictures first. I had seen the viral rainbow bagels all over social media... But when we got to this location, we just weren't feeling a vanilla flavored sweet bagel. We ended up getting the liberty bagel (red, white and blue, but unflavored), a garlic bagel, and a salted bagel. They were so soft and so yummy... But huge! We ended up taking one with us for the rest of the day and snacked on it when we got hungry! There really is something so delicious about a New York bagel! read more

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Got my rainbow bagel for my birthday! Straightforward process - go all the way in the back to place your order then go wait in front of the sandwich makers at the wall. I think if they weren't so busy, they would sing you happy birthday but I just got handed my bagel and I went to the back to sit down to eat it. I was surprised by how solidly good the bagel was - it was soft but also chewy. It had a nice flavor to it. I didn't think that I would be able to finish it but I ate the whole thing and it pretty much lasted me the whole day (ate it at around 10am and didn't eat anything else until dinner). The funfetti cream cheese tasted like straight up cheesecake to me. Very sweet - but I guess that's the point! Gotta have something sweet for your birthday! read more

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Pretty decent bagels! Tried the onion bagel with bacon scallion cream cheese. Bagels themselves are on the salty side, but what can you expect with bagels... Should have taken a closer look at the interior on Yelp, was surprised it was set up looking like subway on the inside lol. Did what it needed to though. read more

The taste of sweet victory occurs here. I really enjoyed the bagels here. No, they are not perfect, as they are a little more chewy than the average New York bagel, but they still have an amazing flavor and you get a lot for what you pay for. All the ingredients they use are fresh and tasty. There is a lot to like about everything they serve here, bagel-wise. The system of ordering could be better as you need to have a strong memory in order to place your order. I will definitely be back but I will be a little more restrained next time. Go Knicks! read more

Definitely a must try on your trip. They have so many options so take your time and don't feel overwhelmed with all the choices.! read more

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This place is amazing! My little ones were tired and suffering from low glucose walking around and so I gave them a break at this iconic spot next to the raging bull. The owner was so kind and generous! I thought they had ice cream for a hot second only to discover their custom blended cream cheese! The bagels were soft and thic thic--delicious! read more

Liberty Bagels - Collection of Cream cheeses! The jalapeño one has serious kick! - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

I can't be 100% sure, but I *think* I'd been to another Liberty location uptown previously and remembering liking it. This time, I was with a coworker who says he makes it a point to visit this particular location every time he and his wife visit the area. It didn't disappoint. Breakfast was provided both at my hotel and the conference I was visiting, but I opted to go grab me some New York bagels, and I'm glad I did. Of course, there was a no-nonsense New Yorker at the cash register who wasn't having any of my "um.. what should I get" BS. He basically told me to get lost and go look at the menu before stalling the line without *actually* telling me that. And I appreciated it. I was torn between New Yorker and Highline, but ended up going with the former. I initially wanted it on a rainbow bagel like a good tourist, until he told me it was sweet. I don't usually like sweet sandwiches, so I went with an onion. In retrospect, I think I would have been okay with it, because I ended up getting a rainbow bagel to pack home for my wife, and after trying a bite, I didn't think it was overly sweet. Oh, and it held up perfectly fine for a full day, especially after toasting it. I even did a taste test comparison with a local Panera bagel and yes, there was a difference! As they all say... it's the water. ;-) I'm sure there are plenty of other bagel joints all the locals will swear by, but for now, Liberty definitely holds up. read more

When youre looking for a great bagel place while in NYC, take a moment to consider coming here. Most known for their Liberty bagels, and It was not as packed as I thought it would be. When inside, you are greeted by a WALL of bagels and their window of cream cheese options. BY FAR, the most interesting thing the room is reading out the list of cream cheese flavors....oreo, jalapeno, maple bacon, blueberry... the list goes on. Pro-TIp: Go straight to the back to order. You will want to stop and look around, but they have a list of bagels and their cream cheese options on the left wall while you are in line. Once you order, go back to the cream cheese window, wait for your order, or go and take a photo at the bagel wall! The bagels are THCCCC and chewy, and they slap a huge amount of cream cheese. The flavor will taste different to everyone because the combinations are endless, but the undertone of the actual cream cheese it really cheesy. Not your Philadelphia cream cheese, its more salty and has an umami taste. The store itself is packed with things all over the walls with menu items and things to look at. It can be almost overwhelming so, take some time before had to pick out what you want to order, so that you're in and out of line quickly. The cashiers are QUICK!! I would love to come and try all of their cream cheese options, because they have so many interesting flavors and I was sad that I coundnt grab more. Pro Tip: This location is extremely close to the bull statute, so make yourself a lil' trip and stop for both. read more

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Long line when you walk in. However, line moves pretty fast. The girl at the register wasn't friendly nor told me that some bagels were premium and costs more till I was paying. It was not in the poster by the register. It's a narrow aisle. So order and move towards the exit. You'll have to pick up by the door anyway. The bagels were big and good. Bought some for my husband the day before coming back to CA. As long as it's in the fridge till you need to pack and go to the airport, it's good to carry back home to enjoy. Husband enjoyed it. read more

OMG, their strawberry cream cheese is so good! And The Pesto Perk -- a thin panini sandwich -- was absolutely divine. Quick in and out. Some seating available. read more

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Super fast and friendly service. We stopped by for breakfast bagels and we were obsessed. The workers manning the front greeted us as we walked in and even gave us some recommendations. I wanted something basic so I ordered the red and white bagel with scallion cream cheese. The bagel was perfectly toasted and had just the right amount of cream cheese. We were lucky to find a table as it was pretty busy. Definitely recommend! read more

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I love Liberty Bagel! They have great egg sandwiches or even just regular bagel with cream cheese. I got an egg everything bagel and it was so good. I've been lucky each time I have gone line isn't bad and if there is a line, it is moving. It is a very fast paced store and I had so much to look at around town I didn't stay long. Inside there is a really cool all of bagels to take a peak at. read more

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Food came out fast! Great bagel Sandwich! Can't wait to try more of the menu!! A little crowded but we were lucky enough to finally get a table in the back. read more

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Came for the famous multicolored bagels. You go all the way to the back to order then pick up your bagels with just cream cheeses at the front and the bagels with some kind of grilled ingredients in the back next to where you ordered. We got the New Yorker and one with just cream cheese. They tasted like regular bagels you can get anywhere else. They're ok bagels. That's it. The store has a bagel wall which was pretty cool. read more

Too good! I ordered a garlic bagel, egg, cheese with scallion cream cheese and a Rainbow bagel with birthday cake cream cheese., Both were delicious! I loved their ordering system but the wait times were given how crowded this place was. 5 stars all the way! The location is also perfect-- super close to Wall Street! So get your breakfast and start your touristy things from here. read more

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An iconic NYC bagel! The perfect amount of smear that it isn't overpowering and so many fun flavors and colored bagels. I got a rainbow bagel which didn't have any fun flavor, but was a fun aesthetic. I would recommend ordering online and doing a pick up if you want to avoid lines. They were quick with our pick up order of 4 bagels. This location doesn't have a lot of room to stay and eat your bagels, more of a grab and go situation. read more

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I had to get a bagel!! So many to choose from. I of course wanted them all . We ordered the Liberty bagel with a bacon and scallion spread. Lov read more

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When in NYC, why not bring home some bagels and cream cheese! My friend and I came right when they opened, so they were well stocked! Upon entering, you can see all their bagel and cream cheese options on the left side. When you are ready to order, you head straight to the back counter. Pick up will be the front counter you first saw up of entering. I ordered a dozen assorted bagels - egg bagel + everything version, pumpernickel bagel + everything version, and whole wheat everything bagels. I didn't ask for them cut, so they would last longer during my travels. My favorites were the egg bagels (I have never seen this in my area and I read not many places still make them) and the pumpernickel bagels, but all were good! In addition, I ordered small containers of the strawberry (made with actual strawberries), blueberry (made with actual blueberries), and lox scallion cream cheeses. My absolute favorite was the lox scallion cream cheese, followed by the strawberry (like a strawberry ice cream flavor). It was a bit harder for me to taste the blueberry. This place had a lot of interesting flavor combinations for the cream cheeses and I wouldn't mind coming back to try some others. We also ordered a rainbow bagel with birthday cake cream cheese to share. They definitely lay on the cream cheese real thick which I appreciate, especially given the price of a bagel with cream cheese. It tasted exactly what you would think it would taste, a pretty bagel with a sweet cream cheese. They mixed the sprinkles in very well though. They packaged the bagels in a paper bag, so I would suggest bringing your own for additional support. I do wish that they separated the everything bagels from the non-everything bagels be causing the seasoning stuck everywhere. Smelled so good though! There's no bulk discount for buying the bagels though (e.g. single versus half dozen versus dozen), so order as much or as little as you want! I baked at the price of a small container of cream cheese - think tall take out sauce container. However, they were good and definitely worth a try. It varies by preferences, but a small container is probably good for two bagels. I underestimated how heavy carting around a dozen bagels plus other items throughout the city. There is a slight discount for cash (i.e. not full tax amount), but they accept credit card too. There is a decent amount of seating in the back area with utensils and napkins available. read more

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I've been to Liberty Bagels a couple of times now, and it's quickly become one of my go-to spots whenever I'm in New York. The service is always quick, and there are so many options to choose from -- different types of bagels, tons of cream cheeses (many I'd never even heard of before!), plus pastries, egg sandwiches, and other sides. The combinations and flavors feel endless. They're famous for their rainbow bagels, which I haven't tried yet, but they look like a lot of fun. I've had both the sesame and egg bagels -- the sesame one is loaded with seeds (so if you prefer a lighter topping, you might want to scrape a little off), and both were perfectly chewy and flavorful. I don't toast my bagels because I love that soft, chewy texture, and these definitely deliver. Prices are reasonable, and the portions are generous -- especially when it comes to cream cheese. If you're like me and love a thick spread, the standard amount is already plenty. I've ordered extra before and it was almost too much (in a good way!). Overall, Liberty Bagels has that perfect mix of variety, quality, and consistency. I'm a repeat customer and will definitely keep coming back whenever I'm in the city. read more

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The bagels are large and so delicious here. I'm normally not a bagel eater due to high carbs but they are well worth it at Liberty. You have to option of ordering the bagel sandwiches scooped (to remove some of the bread inside) or double scooped to save on some carbs. The breakfast sandwiches are amazing. They also have paninis, omelette and hamburgers. Ordering is done in the back at the register and then if it's a bagel order, you go back up front where they will call out your name or wait in the back where they make sandwiches. The seating is limited inside to actually sit down and eat but there are some tables in the back. I have ordered a dozen to take back home with me whenever I come to New York to visit! Freeze them when you get home and they last longer! read more

Liberty Bagels - Bacon egg and cheese on a sesame bagel Delish! - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

We stopped by Liberty Bagels before our ferry ride to the Statue of Liberty after seeing all the great reviews, and it definitely lived up to the hype! Their menu is huge -- there are so many options to choose from, and everything looked amazing. We ordered the Novacado (with added lox scallion cream cheese on an everything bagel) and the Reuben on a whole wheat everything bagel. Both were delicious -- the bagels were fresh, soft inside, and perfectly chewy on the outside. My mom thought her Reuben was a little dry, and it would've been nice if they offered mustard packets (they only had mayo and Cholula hot sauce), but overall everything tasted great. The line was long but moved very quickly, and our food was ready within a minute or two after ordering. There's also plenty of outdoor seating, which made it easy to relax and enjoy our bagels before heading to the ferry. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area! read more

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Good food selection, large portions, great atmosphere. The menu is large and clearly displayed multiple spots in the store. Big array of types of bagels, cream cheese, and food varieties!! Loved the jalapeño cream cheese, and the strawberry with fresh strawberries in it - but on top of it all, service was fast & friendly! read more

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I love this bigger location. If you've ever been to Liberty Bagels then you know how delicious their bagels are. They have both sweet & savory options with some of the best cream cheese flavors you can think of. I got a toasted BLT on a garlic bagel and it was everything. The crunch from the garlicky bagel just put everything into motion. I don't like mayonnaise so I got honey mustard instead. They have a big seating area in the back with bathrooms so it was nice to order a quick bite and be able to sit down and eat it. People ate their food but didn't linger around so seats were rapidly available. It gets super crowded but that's to be expected due to its popularity. read more

Pretty good bagels. We arrived on a Monday morning around 7:45. It wasn't busy at all. This was our first time here after seeing that we had to come here for our bagel fix. The store is huge. And it is very confusing where to order. There's two different areas - one in the front and one in the back. The employees were friendly though, so that helped. So many bagel and cream cheese choices! I made my own bagel - jalapeño bagel with scallion cream cheese and lox. The bagel is huge. Super thick. I wouldn't even finish it all. The smoked salmon was pretty fresh tasting. The jalapeño bagel didn't taste like jalapeño though, so that was disappointing. I didn't see any jalapeños in the bagel and the bagel wasn't spicy at all. The scallion cream cheese was good. My husband ordered an everything bagel with plain cream cheese. He really liked his. We also ordered iced coffees and it were good. I wish I would have gotten a rainbow bagel with a sweet cream cheese to try. But we were both pretty full after eating our bagels. We sat at a table outside since the inside only had a small counter to stand at. The table was nice and we liked the fresh air. Location is a few minute walk from Battery Park and right by Charging Bull in FiDi. read more

Liberty Bagels - Tons of cream cheese flavors - Bagels Near Me - New York, New York

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Where do I start? Friendliest and most knowledgeable staff ever - we are gluten free and they have great choices ! Omg the cream cheese display that looks like a gorgeous gelato store - and soooo many interesting tastes! The manager Mustafa is incredible ! He needs to teach other managers hospitality - he's the best I've met in years.He makes everyone feel soooo special .He even treated my service dog to a mini feast . We will definitely return and tell everyone we know . read more

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While staying in the FiDi area for the weekend, we popped over to Liberty Bagels for breakfast so we could take it and have a picnic breakfast in Battery Park. Upon arriving, the line seemed a bit long but it was mostly people who had already ordered and were just standing around (it made it a bit confusing on where to order but luckily they have a sign to direct you). We finally got up to order (I have to admit, they're pretty quick) and got two breakfast sandwiches and then a third French toast w/ Maple Bacon cream cheese just to try a sweet option. The sweet bagel ended up being the best of them all - a definite win! My egg, bacon and cheese w/ garlic bagel was OK as they had forgotten to toast it (or it just was still very soft) and the egg was a bit meh but overall it was still good. The place itself was well decorated and clean and the staff were all very friendly! They definitely have an efficient process and do a good job! If definitely go back but I'll be sticking with the bagel/ cream cheese speciality! read more

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This particular location of Liberty Bagels is in the Financial District of New York City. I was surprised to see how big the inside was because I would have never thought it would be as big as it was just from the outside. It was quite busy the day we visited, but the line was faster than it appears. If you are ordering something more complicated, like a sandwich, it will take a bit longer. My boyfriend ordered one of the bagel sandwiches. I forgot which one it was though. There is seating available inside if you plan on eating at the cafe. It is limited though given how busy it can get. I ordered a Liberty Bagel with Lox Salmon Schmear. I love bagels and cream cheese. So it was a MUST on our list while we were in NYC. I love how warm and creamy the bagel was. They go HEAVY with the schmear, just the way I like it. I didn't know I could add two different types of schmear to my bagel, so if I come back again in the future I will different add two kinds instead of one! read more

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Had to try the famous rainbow bagel and it absolutely lived up to the hype! Super fresh, soft, chewy, and almost too pretty to eat. The cream cheese options were incredible and the whole place had that classic busy NYC bagel vibe. Definitely a must-stop if you're visiting New York! read more

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This is the third Liberty Bagels that I have reviewed. The first on was great, the second was meh, and this one is fantastic. Luckily for me, the Liberty Bagels in the Financial District is right outside my house. Everything is streamlined here for fast service, and the bagels are delicious. read more

This is hands down my favorite bagel place in NYC. Yes, it's often crazy crowded with tourists, but my go-to sandwiches are the BEST here: tuna salad and chicken salad. Best bagels? Sesame, jalapeño, everything. Best lox spread? Jalapeño is very tasty, lox pretty good, scallion is good, olive if you're in the mood. read more

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The bagel itself was pretty darn good ! Fast service . The hashbrown hit the spot I didn't even know it came with two lol I'm inbetween a 3.5 to 4 star because while we were there I was kinda turned off by whom I assume is the owner ? The employee asked if they can get hand sanitizer for themselves , he asked is it for you or the customer , she said for us and he replied with sorry we don't do that here . Which is crazyyyyy, hand sanitizer is the least you can do . But anyways good bagel read more

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This is by far the best bagel shop I've ever been to and I'm so sad we don't have one in Chicago! I've come here every day since coming to New York and I have 0 regrets. To start, everyone who works there is SO friendly. I have had a positive interaction every visit, which is great. Also, they're pretty quick with the orders, considering how busy they get. My favorite from there is the Liberty Bagel with birthday cake cream cheese! The cream cheese isn't a super overpowering flavor, which is nice. It's a good balance of sweet and not sweet and then the sprinkles add a little crunch! I also get the bagel toasted to add even more crunch. This was what I had two days in a row! So good. I also tried the bacon, egg and cheese on a Rainbow Bagel and it was good! It was just how I expected it to be; a classic NY bacon, egg and cheese. I also got that one toasted too. Overall, great experience and I will make sure to visit every time I am I. NY. If one ever came to Chicago, I'd be there daily! read more

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