Summary. I eat lunch here and enjoy it. Just be nice to the people behind the counter For some reason people that go to lunch here are rude to the people behind the counter and this must stop. I was there to pick up a sandwich for lunch and witnessed very entitled customers treat the staff disrespectfully. Unacceptable. These men and women wake up early and are there everyday with a smile and a positive attitude and people walk into their business and speak down to them. No. Not on my watch. If you eat here, order from here or ask anything of the people tha work here- they deserve respect. The food is great. The tuna, is real, and the sandwiches are hearty. They have a little dining room and lots to choose from and the workers behind the counter deserve your respect and support. read more

Has potential. Ordered sesame bagel toasted with butter with egg and turkey bacon x2. Bagel not toasted and dry. Turkey bacon not cooked - seems microwaved. Idk what egg this is. Not salt pepper nothing. Went back inside to ask for butter to add and tried to stomach just the bagel without the turkey or egg. And it tastes off. Like the bagel was microwaved also. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is clean and has great selections.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Decent prices. So idk maybe a fluke ‍. But now I have to go elsewhere for a quick bite. read more

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In a word OUTSTANDING. Truthfully, there aren't too many bagel places left out there anymore in the NoVA area and the ones that are still out there, only about 10% of them are decent, serving authentic, quality bagels and bagel sandwiches. THIS PLACE IS ONE OF THOSE TOP 10%-ers! * Conveniently located (even though I hateeeee that little gummed-up stretch of Main Streer in Fairfax!!) but the shop is on the little side strip out of the fray of the main retailers Ace Hardware and TJ Maxx. Lot parking is abundant for a quick in and out if you're grabbing to go. * SUPER FRIENDLY STAFF and FAST, EFFICIENT SERVICE - I went in around 9AM on a Sat - no long line - walked right up to the counter and ordered - sat at a table and my order was called about 10 minutes later. * It was bfast time and I ordered a bacon egg and cheese sando $8 on a lightly toasted ET bagel - delicious and they didn't skimp on any of the ingredients! The bagel was big, hearty and chewy. A perfect breakfast to go. * PRICES ARE VERY FAIR and I felt I got good value for what I paid. $13 basically for a bfast sando and a bottle of juice (drinks are always a rip-off - $3.50, half the cost of my sando but it is what it is...) * [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside of the restaurant itself is sorta small and cramped - as you walk in, the left side is the ordering side, the right side is the seating area with a good amount of tables and chairs - most importantly, they keep the place neat and clean which is a big deal to me.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a little dark and drab in ambiance/decor and I could see it getting a bit chaotic if the place fills up and with long lines at the counter.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]On nice weather days, there are some outside tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I don't come to this area of Fairfax all that often - just happened to be in the area that morning and literally searched for a bagel place on Yelp and hardly any came up. Fortunately I happened to be close by. When I'm in the area again AND happen to be hankerin' for a bagel sandwich, I'll most definitely come back here again. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS INDIE BAGEL SHOP IN DOWNTOWN FAIRFAX! read more

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Great local place. Really nice workers. Been here forever. Bagels are solid. Coffee is good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Lots of indoor and outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] What else could you ask for? read more

First time visiting Main Street Bagel Deli - it had been on my list to try out for sometime... Ordered their "Nova Lox" on a toasted Onion Bagel. All the usual suspects are present here - although sadly - no fresh dill. Ate in - the food came up in a few minutes. Overall, a tasty bagel & lox combo. Service was good! Paid with Apple Pay. I'd stop in again if I happen to passing through or in the neighborhood. #MainStreetBagelDeli read more

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This is a really really solid bagel place and at a good price point as well! My friend picked it up and it travels well, as expected from any decent bagel place. I ordered a sausage, egg, and cheese on a jalapeño bagel and it tasted exactly how you want it to taste. The bagel isn't too spicy and doesn't have jalapeño pieces inside it. A bit dense, but that might've been a transportation thing. read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Food was decent. Portions were huge, an extra egg looks like three eggs. I could taste the onion, but it didn't stand out. Service was slow, but the [[HIGHLIGHT]]ambience was okay.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Waiting wasn't bad. Would try their lunch menu. Oh, there cookie is fantastic! read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Egg and Cheese Onion Bagel. Extra egg. - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Wow finally a real bagel joint! These folks are legit. The bagels are huge, soft , and loaded with different flavorful toppings. They have 5 or 6 different flavored cream cheese besides plain, numerous salads from tossed to macaroni and chicken, egg, as well as tuna. The last 3 store made. A huge selection of sandwiches from breakfast types to Reubens. I'll be back I'm sure because I just bought bagels and a tub of cream cheese this time. read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Everything, onion, cheese, pumpernickel, sesame bagels. - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

The bagels are amazing!! This is the only place I have found in the DMV area who has caraway seed on the everything bagel!! True NY bagel flavor! We have been coming here for years and love it. The people are super nice also. read more

I've been recommended this place a few times, and it's close to school... so why not venture here? [[HIGHLIGHT]]I stopped by here to finally grab some breakfast from this place, and it was extremely packed! That's always a good sign.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]While there's plenty of seating, there were still a lot of people hanging around the pickup counter to grab their items due to the crowds/ lack of space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered a bacon egg and cheese bagel (everything bagel), turkey pastrami sandwich, strawberry smoothie, along with a black& white cookie. There's lots of staff here, and everything came out in a fairly timely manner, considering the crowds here! The food was pretty good and it's fairly decent pricing. I want to try out some more items, so I will be back! read more

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I used to stop by Main Street Bagel Deli often when I used to work around here; unfortunately, their bagels have been inconsistent - sometimes, the bagels are fresh with a slight crisp; other times, the bagels can be super dried out or way too chewy. The veggie cream cheese spread also is pretty inconsistent - sometimes, it is chockful of veggies, and other times, it seems as if you just ordered plain cream cheese. Staff are pretty friendly and efficient, and the place does prefer cash. +inconsistency in freshness of bagels +inconsistency in spreads +friendly staff +plenty of parking read more

This place is consistently good. Today I ordered a plain bagel with cream cheese and lox and it hit the spot. Good cream cheese to lox ratio and amazing blend! The service is always quick and efficient. Once you order you typically get your food within 5 minutes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I never really dine in, but they do have quite a few tables if you're looking to eat there![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Plain Bagel w/ Cream Cheese and Lox - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

NY Style bagel shop and deli with a wide variety of bagels, cream cheeses, drinks, sandwiches, and pastries I came here with my GF for breakfast on a Sunday and there was a pretty big line, but they go through everyone very quickly. They were also very friendly, but it did take a little while for our bagels and coffees to come out. I got an iced vanilla latte and a lox sandwich. I thought they were both pretty good, but the bagels here are oddly very flat (AKA not fluffy at all). Apparently the everything bagel is no-good judging from other reviews as well Ample table seating available read more

This place is definitely busy during brunch/lunch time on the weekends. There was a line but it went by really fast. Prices & service were great. Pastrami Reuben: cheesy, warm, savory. It could use a little more saurkraut but it came with pickles on the side so it made up for it. I would come back to try other menu items. read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Pastrami Reuben - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Accepts advance order for large group. Bagel is good. Additional price to slice. Great sandwiches and other breakfast items cook to order. Large lot parking available. Overall a great local business. read more

4/5! Was craving a good bagel this morning, and since I haven't been here in a long time, it was time to pay a visit. The Food: I went with a Sausage, Egg and Cheese Bagel on a Garlic bagel. Definitely a delicious bagel, with a good portion of meat/egg ratio. Not the best, but good enough for the price. The Service: Service was great! Staff were friendly and got my order out within a timely manner. The Atmosphere: Plenty of seating both indoor and outdoor. It's a cafe, so setup for you to pick up and go. Overall, a 4/5. Pretty good bagels with plenty of options to choose from. Great prices as well. Definitely recommend. read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Sausage, Egg and Cheese on a Garlic Bagel - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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I love their marble rye and pumpernickel bagels with lox & scallion cream cheese. It was very good and chewy. Highly recommend this bagel shop in Fairfax! read more

You can never go wrong with anything purchased at the Main Street Bagel Deli. Let's start with the warm welcome that makes you feel at home by the owner when taking your order. The customer service is simply top notch. The bagels are always fresh, and the sandwiches are superb. BLUF - This is a Fairfax gem! read more

I was in town visiting my best friend and she recommended this place for a yummy breakfast sandwich. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place reminds me so much of NYC! I loved the vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was awesome. Workers are so friendly:) my bagel sandwich was so yummy!! Will be coming back next time I visit my friend. read more

It's a crime I haven't reviewed this local gem. I've been going here for years now, and it's my favorite bagel spot in northern Virginia. The deli is family owned and operated. They are very kind, genuinely love serving you, and put a lot of care into their business. They are always positive and patient even during the busiest times. I love to give them business. My go to order is sausage egg and cheese on a jalapeño cheddar bagel. Beyond bagels they have sandwiches and coffee. While nothing is fancy, everything is delicious, and you cannot go wrong. read more

I have been coming here for 20 years. I've had many bagels, all over the region (and NYC) and this is still my favorite bagel spot. It is family run and the owner and staff are super friendly. read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

What a pleasant surprise to find this amazing deli today! I'm used to Philadelphia and New York City delis and was so happy to find this gem. [[HIGHLIGHT]]First of all the place is spot less and clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff is so kind! The food is wonderful. Freshly made hot bagels with cream cheese are so good. The iced coffee, deli sandwiches and pastries are delicious! [[HIGHLIGHT]]You can eat outside or inside or take it to go.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Enjoy! read more

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5 stars for Service was great, the guy at the register was so kind when taking orders and so polite... it's not easy finding that type of customer service these days with so many people feeling entitled. We got the novolox on an everything bagel with their tomato basil soup. The toppings didn't disappoint and the cream cheese is homemade! I absolutely loved how the everything bagel had a stronger garlicky flavor cause I'm a garlic gorlll Loved everything about this locations. 8 mins from our home, easy parking, quiet are so you can study/work, and overall love the fact that it's a small mom and pop store. Will be back! read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Great hidden gem and customer service is great. Love their crumb cake. Today I got their club with extra dill pickles on the side. You feel like you're in a true New York deli with the ambiance. The bagels go by the time it hits 12pm and honestly are pretty good. read more

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I absolutely love the employees here. Such nice ambiance. You will feel welcomed when you go in here. Whether you're dining in or carrying out, this is one of the friendliest spots in Fairfax. It's been here for years, and I hope it's here for many more. You will be pleased! Their bagels and deli dishes are delicious. For the cost, you get quality and quantity. I am usually laid back with bagels and coffee. Yet all of their foods are tasty, and you won't have your wallet ripped into pieces. Thank you to Main Street Deli. Years of excellence and many happy customers. read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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Overall, I left feeling full and got my bagel craving satiated. However, I also left annoyed. First: my cinnamon raisin bagel had no raisins in it whatsoever. Second, they charge a 25 cent fee to toast it - which - sure I get it, but it's annoying nonetheless. Also, pay attention to the prices: it was less expensive for me to purchase an entire tub of cream cheese with two bagels than it was to have them put the cream cheese on for me, and based on what I was seeing on other people's bagels, they were not putting a half tub of cream cheese on each bagel! There is a small dining area that is clean and relatively comfortable. read more

Best bagels I've had in the area. They're always shaped a little oddly, but everytime I've had the the texture and taste has been great. Very casual and fast establishment, and lots of options! read more

I went around two pm and I was lucky to get hot fresh bagels. I used to not like bagels but after trying this shop it got me addicted. I love their everything bagels with a side of lox cream cheese! The service is fast and super friendly. read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Bagel sandwich! - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I was craving a bagel with Salmon and cream cheese.. and guess what- they had it sandwich style! I order the Nova Scotia Salmon ($9.99). I chose to have this on a yummy onion bagel (which has bits of crispy onions on top). Cream cheese is slathered in there, topped with tomatoes, onions, capers, and of course the salmon. Can't forget the pickles on the side! The guys up front were energized and friendly! It's a bagel bakery so expect it to smell good in there! There are plenty tables inside if you choose to eat there or take your food with you on the go. Don't forget to ask for their special of the day! read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

One of the best bagel place in the area! I would drive past this place often but this time I decided to try it. They have a lot of great options at a very reasonable price. I was pleased with the choices the restaurant had! I got the Nova Scotia Salmon bagel gourmet sandwich. The bagel sandwich is around $9, which is worth it. It was so flavorful with the cream cheese slathered on it (you could probably ask to go easy on the cream cheese). It was not disappointed with this sandwich at all. It did get a little messy because of the cream cheese making then salmon slide everywhere. Willing to come back next time and try the other gourmet sandwiches! read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Nova Scotia Salmon aka Nova Lox - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Great bagels and superior service! Bagels: crunchy bottom, chewy soft inside, can't go wrong. I tried the Turkey with pesto mayo lettuce and tomato on plain bagel- delicious. There's outdoor seating :) read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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I've been buying fresh bagels from Main St Bagel Deli for years. These are easily among the best bagels in the Northern VA area. They are fresh, chewy, yeasty, and can be even better when toasted (making them more crusty on the outside, since they aren't super crusty when fresh). My favorite are the sesame bagels, but I also really like the multigrain and poppy ones. The sesame bagels are absolutely fantastic! They are big (much bigger than places like Bagel Uprising), yeasty, and just amazing when fresh. I also really like the egg and cheese bagel sandwiches, they are delicious and very well prepared. The regular sandwiches are excellent too, they don't skimp on the toppings at all, like some other places! I actually buy a dozen bagels at a time, and freeze all the ones that aren't going to be eaten on the same day. I put each bagel in a zip lock sandwich bag, then all the bagged bagels into a gallon freezer bag before freezing. When I plan to have one later, I pull it from the freezer and baggie, wrap completely in foil, put in toaster oven for about 10 minutes at 250. Then cut and toast and add whatever topping needed. They remain very fresh tasting even after having been frozen for a few weeks. The key is to immediately freeze whatever you're not going to eat the day you buy them. If you wait and freeze them a day or two later, they won't be as fresh tasting when you have them later. I've tried bagels from many other local places in the area including Manhattan, Bagel Uprising, Chesapeake, Bagel Buddies, and Tysons Bagel Market. Main St Bagel Deli is way better than all of those. I've included with this review a picture of 4 different fresh bagels purchased just today for reference. Overall I think this is easily one of the best Bagel restaurants in the NoVA area, highly recommended. It's a great family run business that deserves support from the local community! read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Main St. Bagel Deli bagels: Oat bran, Sesame, Poppy, and Multigrain. - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Solid bagels in the Fairfax area. The interior of the shop really transports you to NYC. Their menu goes beyond just bagels, offering other things you would expect from a NY deli - they even have egg creams! I'm picky about my bagels and while Main Street Bagel Deli doesn't have my favorite, they will do to satisfy my craving. As a heads up, their cream cheese is whipped and tastes very close to butter (which is good or bad depending on your tastes). The texture is consequently a lot softer and doesn't really hold up when you bite into the bagel - the cream cheese tends to ooze out. They have a lot of different bagel sandwich options, which I think are better choices since the plain bagel and cream cheese doesn't hold up as well. It's a solid breakfast but not one I would make a detour for. read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

My husband and I got bagel sandwiches which were fine. Not incredible, just mediocre. The bagels are pretty good. Could definitely be more significant and have more flavor but weren't bad by any means. We also ordered a half dozen of bagels that were in a separate bag. Well the next morning the first bagel I pulled out of the bag had this wet looking twine on it. Yuck! There was fuzz from the twine around the bagel. I was going to call but they're closed on Mondays. I hope this is a one off for this place... read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - The first bagel I pulled out of the bag had this wet looking twine on it - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Main Street is a longtime favorite of my family and friends. I consider it the best bagel in Fairfax by far. The service is excellent and run by the friendliest team. read more

Best bagels anywhere around. Go at 7 am and get them just made and hot. I'm a bagel purist so haven't tried any bagel outside of sesame seed, everything, egg and plain bagels, but I hear that other bagels are great too. As far as the shape of the bagels, they're all a little different than each other. If you want a perfectly shaped bagel, buy a bag of Lender's. But if you want a great chewy bagel, buy them here. Their cream cheese spreads are also much better than anything commercially made. Try 'em. read more

Main Street Bagel Deli - Delis Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Solid bagel spot for this area. It's reliable and offers most options you would want for breakfast. It's always busy which is a good sign. Service is decent. read more

Decent spot, but nothing out of the ordinary. Ordered a bacon, egg, and cheese, which was SOO bland, even though it's the bacon. Owner's nice enough read more

Best bagel place in fairfax! We go there almost every Sunday and other their lox before heading to a walk with our pup! Would bring my friends from NY here to buy bagels so 10/10 recommend ! read more

LOVE THIS PLACE. The staff are so nice and remember us even when we haven't been there in a couple weeks. We always get a breakfast bagel sandwich and it's just such a nice breakfast/lunch place to go when on the go and it's so nice and towny. Go here if you can! read more