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    4.3 (200 reviews)
    ModerateBagels, Pop-up Shops
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Grace J.

    Simple bagels that must be eaten hot. There's only a handful of bagel flavors and spreads, none that are fruity. The salt bagel was my favorite, paired well with the truff hot sauce cream cheese. Kinda overrated kinda not.

    Sesame seed
    Cole D.

    I've been against this place for too long and saw the light finally. Why is it rip and dip? Why am I paying for myself to make myself a bagel? I have to go with other people just to get 1 bagel for myself, and it has to be 3? It's unique and I think that's what's cool. It's not like other bagel formats. The bagels are HOT and fresh. Excellent. Each bagel was terrific. The scallion cream cheese is incredible. I was gracious in every rip and dip. Super speed format. We got our order in a busy line so fast. I AM NOW A FAN AND IVE REPENTED

    Fresh Bagels at Pop up Bagels!  Thee best at this point!
    Ray M.

    I love Bagels! I mean I've been eating them all my life and in my upper west side neighborhood we had a really great spot called H&H Bagels. The original is no longer around.. All the other new Bagel spots are ok.. But then I found POP UP BAGELS! Let me tell you this is the best bagel in the neighborhood! Great taste, Crispy outside and soft and warm inside.. I mean you can literally just eat the bagel plain just like that. That's how good they are. Straight off the press still hot.. Amazing! Their cream cheese is delicious as well. No way you can go wrong here! Pop Up Bagels for the win!

    Nicole K.

    A haiku review: Seed crusted bagel Bite of salty denseness, chew Dip into thick schmear Must get multiple Soul inexplicably healed Breakfast did its job

    Delicious!
    Kent V.

    Wow!! This was so good! The line went by really fast. The bagels were hot hot hot aka fresh! We got the lemon pepper spread and it was delicious! Highly recommend. These bagels blow away all the other ones near me in so cal out the park!

    Bagels to go and eating at a coffee shop.
    Ashley S.

    If I were stranded on a deserted island and could only have one breakfast item, it would be the salt bagel (and honestly, the plain one too) from Pop-Up Bagels. I wish I had the words to explain how delicious, addicting, and light these bagels are. At first, I was a little annoyed that you have to order a minimum of three - I told my husband, "What the heck? I only want one bagel!" The schmear (cream cheese) also comes in a huge portion, which seemed over the top... until I took my first bite. To my surprise, I could've easily eaten a dozen of those bagels. We tried the plain, salt, and everything bagels. Normally, I'm an everything bagel kind of girl, but the plain and salt totally stole the show. Perfectly chewy, light, and just insanely good. I also have to give a shout-out to the customer service here. There were only two people working in the morning during the work rush - one making bagels and the other juggling everything else, including the cash register. He kept saying, "Thank you for your patience," again and again. You could tell they were hustling, and I really appreciated the honesty and hard work. Whoever they are and wherever they are now - they deserve a raise. I still think about those bagels even though I'm now on the opposite side of the country. I'm genuinely saddened by the bagels in my area - they don't even come close. As I write this, I'm wondering if they ship nationwide... and if I could get them fresh within 24 hours. Because honestly, a warm Pop-Up bagel might be one of life's great joys. They're that addicting. Whatever's in them- magic, love, or something stronger - I'm not questioning it. Just give me more bagels.

    Sophia R.

    Our personal favorite bagels ever, the shirley schmear was so good! The customer service was great too!

    Alex M.

    Overall: F // 1 star Finally tried this viral bagel joint after the hype died down and I immensely hate their menu setup. You are required to buy a minimum of three bagels with a schmuck, which are all variations of cream cheese. Especially for bagels which are much better consumed hot when they serve it to you, its a common use case where you would only want to have a single bagel, but this is just not possible; you'll need to coordinate with other people to share bagels or eat the bagels when they are not fresh, and frankly this is unnecessarily complicated for someone that just wants to have a simple breakfast.. and this updated model compared to all the other bagel joints does not have any upsides (for the customer). $13 for 3 bagels is also expensive, and I don't find their bagels to taste better than other famous bagel joints in the city. Food: E Presentation: E Price: -1 Atmosphere: E Service: E Menu: -2 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

    bro my bagel omg
    Stephanie D.

    generous cream cheese offerings. container was plenty for at least 5 bagels loaded up. YUM!!! also, the bagels were warm when we got them. mmmmm. i wish i could've tried more cream cheese only problem is that the man handling boxes and bagels was lowkey using the same pair of gloves to move things around while touching the floor lol

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    Natalie S.

    We got bagels here 2x while I was visiting NYC. The bagels were hot out of the oven and yummy. They're crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They have just 4 types to choose from. We had the everything bagels. They also have amazing cream cheese, which changes daily. The first time here we got the apple maple syrup cream cheese, and the second time we had the cranberry cream cheese. Unlike other bagel stores, you must order in quantities of 3. So 3, 6, 9, 12.

    Plain bagel and butter
    Christine L.

    I feel like you're either a fan or a hater of PopUp bagels and I'm a fan! They're not the traditional bagel joint with 100s of bagel flavors serving BECs or lox sandwiches, but instead they offer warm bagels (plain, salt, sesame, or everything) meant for ripping and dipping into either cream cheese or butter (often with creative rotating flavors). I personally love that they're warm, it's like a morning bread basket. Can't go wrong with their scallion cream cheese, but I also love their rotating butter flavors. It's a ton of spread, so can definitely save for later too :) Only down side is that the bagels are only sold in 3s, which is a lot for 1 person. Bring a friend! This location has no seating, but some standing tables outside or take to the park.

    Tracy Y.

    There's always a line here, but it moves fast. This location has a few standing tables outside, which is handy if you want to eat right away. There's a minimum order of three bagels--tough if you're trying to save stomach space for all the other food in NYC. The bagels themselves are excellent--chewy, still warm even after a stroll to Central Park. The cream cheese comes in its own tub so you can dip as you eat. Not my favorite style, since it's a bit awkward and requires both hands. I think I expected a more classic NYC bagel shop serving sandwich-style options with different fillings, so the minimalist approach was a little underwhelming for me.

    Bea F.

    Honestly such a good concept. These people are the definition of efficient. It's crazy. Every 5 ish minutes they have a new batch of bagels come out. Small selection of bagels and cream cheese but that's exactly how it should be. So happy they are opening one in Miami

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    Since you need min 3 bagels and a cup of schmear, we each got our own everything bagels and shared a scallion schmear.

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    4.5
    (604 reviews)
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    We visited mid-morning on a Friday and the line was fortunately short…read more INTERIOR: Small shop with limited area to wait for orders. SERVICE: Friendly. Orders completed timely. FOOD: We ordered a bag of 3 bagels-- everything, poppy seed & salt. The bagels were cute, medium sized and served warm/hot. We chose the scallion cream cheese which came in a lil container. Apparently the bagels are not made in the traditional manner, but they were still delicious with great texture and taste. We also ordered the tea (ok) and strawberry lemonade (yum). We enjoyed our bagels on the little countertop area outside. OVERALL: Definitely recommend! A different bagel experience than some other places (as in, those places where you are served bagels topped with cream cheese and other things) but we enjoyed the simplicity of the bagels and controlling the amount of cream cheese.

    The bagel itself is pretty solid. It's fluffy and got a nice texture to it. Honestly though, I'm…read morenot sure I really fugg with the whole concept. You cannot order a single bagel, you must order your bagels in 3s. So if you're not a big back and instead are a loser with no friends, you might have more bagels than you can eat. The bagels come whole and you're supposed to rip them and dip them into the cream cheese, and there's many smears to choose from, which is a plus. However, this requires a two hand situation, which means it's difficult to eat on the go, and the seating inside is limited. I did not realize this at first and I was trying to slice my bagel in half with a butter knife, and I failed and started ripping it to shreds in a fit of passion and rage. That when I saw their neon sign that says "GRIP. RIP. DIP," which sounds sexual, and realized that's the concept and intention. My advice--if you're gonna visit, come with a couple friends so you can try the bagels without having to eat 3. And bring hand sanitizer so you're not ripping up the bagel with your filthy subway fingers.

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    BTS - Bagel To Sandwich

    4.5
    (268 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    The bagel was amazing, and the service was friendly and efficient. As for the ambiance, it was…read morequite crowded--which is actually a good sign for a bagel shop in the morning. Despite the busy atmosphere, everything moved smoothly, and the quality of the food made it well worth the visit. I would definitely come back.

    If you are looking for a quintessential NYC bagel breakfast sandwich, Bagel to Sandwich (BTS) on W…read more40th is a must-visit. We stopped in around 9:30 AM on a Saturday, and the place was buzzing--a clear sign of its popularity. While it is strictly a "to-go" spot, the efficiency of the operation makes the morning rush manageable. The Logistics & Ordering The menu is expansive, spanning three screens with an incredible variety of bagel types, cream cheese flavors, meats, and cheeses. Despite the line, the ordering process was straightforward. A major plus: you have the option to have your bagel toasted before they assemble the sandwich. Our coffees were ready within 2-3 minutes, and the sandwiches followed about 10 minutes later--very reasonable given how busy they were. The Food I went with a classic Sausage, Egg, and Cheese on an Egg Bagel. * The Bagel: The egg bagel itself was phenomenal. It had that perfect, authentic texture that makes NYC bagels famous. * The Build: The sandwich was very generously portioned. Every bite was delicious, well-balanced, and exactly what you want from a hearty breakfast sandwich. The "Extras" One of the most charming and unexpected parts of BTS is their candy selection. They carry an array of nostalgic and "internet-famous" treats I didn't even realize were still in production (or existed at all!). Keep an eye out for: * Dr. Pepper Tic Tacs * Krispy Kreme Doughnut Jelly Beans * Strawberry Creams * Pickle Candy The Verdict Whether you're a local or just passing through, this is a top-tier spot for a reliable, high-quality NYC breakfast. Just be prepared for a crowd, but know that the payoff is worth the wait. If you are looking for a quintessential NYC bagel breakfast sandwich, Bagel to Sandwich (BTS) on W 40th is a must-visit. We stopped in around 9:30 AM on a Saturday, and the place was buzzing--a clear sign of its popularity. While it is strictly a "to-go" spot, the efficiency of the operation makes the morning rush manageable. The Logistics & Ordering The menu is expansive, spanning three screens with an incredible variety of bagel types, cream cheese flavors, meats, and cheeses. Despite the line, the ordering process was straightforward. A major plus: you have the option to have your bagel toasted before they assemble the sandwich. Our coffees were ready within 2-3 minutes, and the sandwiches followed about 10 minutes later--very reasonable given how busy they were. The Food I went with a classic Sausage, Egg, and Cheese on an Egg Bagel. * The Bagel: The egg bagel itself was phenomenal. It had that perfect, authentic texture that makes NYC bagels famous. * The Build: The sandwich was very generously portioned. Every bite was delicious, well-balanced, and exactly what you want from a hearty breakfast sandwich. The "Extras" One of the most charming and unexpected parts of BTS is their candy selection. They carry an array of nostalgic and "internet-famous" treats I didn't even realize were still in production (or existed at all!). Keep an eye out for: * Dr. Pepper Tic Tacs * Krispy Kreme Doughnut Jelly Beans * Strawberry Creams * Pickle Candy The Verdict Whether you're a local or just passing through, this is a top-tier spot for a reliable, high-quality NYC breakfast. Just be prepared for a crowd, but know that the payoff is worth the wait.

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