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    Olmo

    4.6 (478 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Jessica G.

    Very busy but we ordered at a kiosk right away. I was excited to try a New Haven bagel, I got the everything everything with scallion cream cheese, toasted. Though my bagel did not look or taste toasted, it was overall okay.. a solid 3 stars but the service here is great so I bumped this place to 4 stars. I think it may have tasted better if I actually got my bagel toasted, it was just super chewy. Also, the give you lots of cream cheese which I love, but my cousin gets half the amount and says it enough.

    at the Wallingford Garden Market
    Dan R.

    "You got to be kidding me You got to be joking" (Graham Parker) You've really got to be kidding me or joking with me if you tell me there is such a thing as a New Haven bagel. Well, please excuse this uninformed schmuck for not knowing that there REALLY IS something known as a New Haven style bagel. Just do a little research like I did and you might be astonished to learn that a New Haven-style bagel is characterized by a unique, "steam-only" cooking method instead of traditional boiling, resulting in a lighter texture with a thin, crispy crust. They're described as having a soft, airy, and warm interior with a crisp, slightly chewy exterior and form the missing link between New York and Montreal style bagels. Well, now that you have that info, you should also know that the Olmo Bagel Shop is widely considered the home of the original "New Haven-style" bagel. Their bagel varieties include Original, Everything, Sesame, Everything Everything, Poppy, Cacio E Pepe, Onion Sea Salt, and Za'atar. Now, I'm sure you're wondering if that Everything Everything was a typo, and the answer is......no. Everything Everything is one of their specialties, described as "a savory delight using our unique house blend of sesame, black sesame, onion, garlic, poppy, Italian seasoning, herbs de Provence, sea salt, black pepper, cheddar, malt vinegar, Korean chili flake, nori, and tofu bacon bits". I guess that adequately explains the double "everything" and surely explains why I just had to buy one. We visited their booth at the Wallingford Garden Market today and were blown away by their gorgeous looking bagels, pricing, and fantastic customer service. All together, we bought two bagels at a very reasonable $2 a pop, and when our counter person found out it was our first crack at Olmo's bagels, he gifted us a third. Our three were an Original, an aforementioned Everything Everything, and the freebie was a Cacio E Pepe with "a generous amount of black pepper topped with a slice of caramelized provolone cheese, which gives this bagel its reddish hue". I enjoyed my Everything Everything for tonight's dinner with some cream cheese and smoked salmon. The bagel was very good, nice and chewy and all that spice made for a distinctive flavor that curiously reminded me a bit of Thanksgiving stuffing of all things. We split the Cacio E Pepe bagel for breakfast the next day and that was a smash hit as well, with plenty of flavor sitting on top of a caramelized provolone blanket. It was savory, decadent, and delicious! Well, next time we're in New Haven (and we can manage to parallel park), guess where we're headed for bagels?

    Everything bagel with egg, cheese, and sausage (~$10 before tip)
    Bill G.

    Extremely good and worth the visit. Efficient kiosk-based ordering system. I came around lunchtime on a Wednesday and it only took ~5 minutes for my order to come out. I got a toasted everything bagel with egg and cheese, and I added a sausage patty. The egg was perfectly cooked (fried to soft yolk) and the bagel was marvelous. The price was pretty reasonable for the area ($10 before tax and tip). I'd recommend this as an easy default breakfast if you are visiting New Haven.

    Turkey egg, cheese, Arugula and pickled onions on plain bagel
    Nicole D.

    I've had their sandwiches several times and its always consistently great! My husband has been eating here for years. I usually get the turkey, egg, and cheese with picked onions and today Arugula was added....OMG! They provide fast service and are still nice. It gets busy in the tight space and I know why - it's so good! Not easy to park around there, however it's still worth the hassle for a to-go order. I don't eat from here often, however, if I was closer, it would be a problem.

    Chocolate Chip Cookie
    Mister M.

    I had a craving for one of Olmo's bacon, egg (well done), and cheese sandwiches on a toasted plain bagel this morning and as always, they delivered. The place was packed, but despite the chaos, the customer service was excellent and the food was absolutely worth it. As great as the bagels and sandwiches are, and they're definitely worth both the price and the wait, today's real surprise was a complimentary chocolate chip cookie and it was outstanding. Honestly, I'd put it up against just about anyone's. It even tops Insomnia Cookies and East Rock Breads' cookie, which is saying a lot. I love this place, and I think you will too. Enjoy yourself folks!

    Egg Sando with Bacon, Arugula, and Spicy Mayo
    Semora R.

    I normally order through UberEats, but their food is consistently good, and their bagels are soft and perfect for sandwiches.

    Plain bagel with over medium egg and scallion cream cheese
    Julia S.

    Came in on a Saturday morning and it was quite crowded. Appears to be a very popular college student spot and not a peaceful place at least on the weekend. Ordering ahead is probably the way to go. Besides the overall disorganized feel of being in the shop, they were playing really grating music that was basically just a hyper beat and made the whole feel even more frenzied. Got a cold brew which was not very strong and probably a third of it was oat milk. The bagel itself was very good - fresh, soft, with slightly crispy outside and overall unique feel for a bagel. Got it with scallion cream cheese and egg and it was a generous freshly cooked two fried eggs on the sandwich. So five star bagel. But the experience was unpleasant and the coffee left something to be desired.

    Spicy Deluxe Sandwich on Everything Everything Bagel
    Barbara M.

    I could not be happier that I came to Olmo! I was visiting for the weekend and needed some breakfast before my trip home. Friendly and quick service, and food was absolutely delicious - the highlight of the food I had while here! Definitely recommend the Everything Everything bagel. One note is that there is nowhere to sit inside but once the weather is warmer there are tables outside. I will 100% be coming back on my next visit!

    Ct P.

    Olmo Bagels at the edge of Yale University is an absolute must-visit for breakfast, boasting a culinary experience that justifies any queue! What started as a casual observation of a massive line on a bike ride quickly turned into a delicious discovery. We indulged in their breakfast bagels, and my salmon smoked bagel was nothing short of amazing--truly a 10/10 for food quality that will leave your taste buds singing. Nestled in a neighborhood rich with history, the building itself, like many along this historic stretch of Chapel Street dating back to the 18th century, hums with the legacy of New Haven's development alongside Yale. Despite a challenging parking situation and a 30-minute wait, the exceptional service received was also a perfect 10/10, making the experience seamless and incredibly welcoming. Be prepared to navigate difficult parking, but the staff's efficiency and warmth more than compensate. It's also worth noting for planning purposes that Olmo Bagels is not particularly geared towards children, with no highchairs available. This gem offers an incredible atmosphere (8/10) perfect for adults looking to savor a truly outstanding bagel. I will be back!

    Alyssa E.

    This place definitely lives up to the bagel hype, whether you're getting a classic bagel with cream cheese or a full breakfast sandwich, you really can't go wrong. The different breads and cream cheese are all delicious. I was super impressed on my first visit, and it's a spot I always want to come back to. The staff is kind and welcoming, and the space is adorable, perfect for sitting outside or check out the cool vibe inside.

    DEBORAH T.

    This was my 1st time ordering from Olmo but definitely not the last time. Placed my order and received it a timely fashion. I unwrapped a perfect breakfast. I am not normally a bagel for breakfast kinda girl but I figured I go off the reviews and give this place a try and it was worth it. I received a great breakfast, bagel was toasted with butter, crispy on outside nice and soft on the inside, bacon perfectly cooked, egg done well and cheese just nice amd melty. This bagel was udderly perfect. I highly recommend them just off this 1st experience with Olmo. I also ordered cinnamon raisin cream cheese on a sesame bagel that I ate later that day which was good but I am completely sold on the breakfast bagel !

    Michelle O.

    Stopped by this place for lunch when visiting Yale. Affordable, friendly staff, and delicious food. I appreciate that they have outdoor seating as well. This was my first time trying an okonomiyaki bagel and I love the fusion of flavors here. I got the everything bagel with it. It was fresh and was filled with cabbage, bacon and sweet-sour okonomiyaki sauce. For $8, it was a nice lunch!

    Marlena K.

    Yes I waited a long time for my bagel, but it was absolutely worth it. I cannot recommend this place enough, especially because they also accommodate vegans and have vegan cream cheese. The gentleman at the front managing the DoorDash/uber orders and crowd control was amazing and very helpful regarding updates on my order. I was also able to try their chocolate chip cookie and it is out of control addicting. Definitely worth the trip.

    Everything everything Bagel and Schmear Sandwich

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    Great bagels, the bagger Estay was super helpful and cool! I really appreciated the swift service even though the shop was very busy!

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    Absolutely delicious bagels and wonderful service - from a Philadelphia expert who knows his bagels!

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    Love the crispy bacon, its always cooked perfectly! My go to breakfast sandwich every time!

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    Always delicious. Best to order a head of time and try their speciality sandwiches. Changes often!

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    Amazing bagels. Really great staff. Highly recommend this place. The variety of cream cheese in incredible

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    YUM!!! Used them for catering and the bagels were so yummy and a big hit. Also amazing customer service. Highly recommend!

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    Quick service and tasty bagels! Love the bacon egg & cheese the BLT is great too, make sure you add the spicy mayo!

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    Amazing! Bagels were fresh and employees are so nice! Happy we made the trip there for bagels!

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    Excellent food. Helpful and Sweet employees no matter how busy. Adorable venue. Makes me smile to go there.

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    The best bagel place in New Haven! Everything is fresh, amazing, and very quick. All of the staff is incredibly kind and helpful.

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    Best bagels!! the employees are kind, and efficient. love that you can order ahead of time online!

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    Top notch. Damn good bagel. Didn't feel heavy. Bacon, egg, and cheese was one of best ever!

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    They might just be the best bagels in town. Service top tier as well :). Everything is good about Olmo

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    Best Bagels in the New Haven area. Along with some of the most pleasant & helpful staff around.

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    Ask the Community - Olmo

    What is the indoor seating situation like now?

    From what I can remember there is just a few seats that are on a counter that sits on the front window. There's not much seating inside, but there is a LARGE patio with a ton of seats (obviously... for when it's warmer). But it's very small inside.

    It's been a while since this question was asked but can you eat IN now?

    Hi Lauren! Our current model has no indoor seating however we do have a patio for outdoor dining. Our guests follow the same strict guidelines of health safety that our staff follows: social distancing, mask wearing, and contactless transactions. We… Read more

    What is the beer and wine selection like?

    Pretty good. All quality stuff, especially as it pairs well with their food. If you are looking for a cheap beer or happy hour deal though, look elsewhere.

    What are the vegan options here? Thank you!

    We source most of the menu from local farms and always have raw amazing produce in our walk-ins. Yes, vegan options are available and if there is something more you'd like, don't hesitate to ask one of the chefs in the open kitchen! Join us at the… Read more

    Can grub hub or uber drive bagels to me from here? Mom of a toddler in westville asking?

    Hi Laura! We are hoping to get a full delivery service working for Olmo in the future. As of now… Read more

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