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    Rico Bagel

    4.3 (114 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Caesar Wrap
    Yamila D.

    My daughter wanted to have the full NY bagel experience so before going to the library we stopped in for a late breakfast. I was so happy it wasn't packed because I was starving. I was basic and ordered the Caesar wrap, but my daughter got her NY bagel, and she said it was delicious. The inside is small, but outside they had two tables with chairs. It was such a beautiful day, so we sat outside did some people watching and enjoyed the weather.

    Heather W.

    Delicious fresh, fluffy, chewy bagels but very snarky counter person. Wanted to try a taste of their CC, and she snapped 'IT'S JUST CC WITH ___ IN IT'. So no I didn't order any. Really obnoxious. Would not return for her alone, but I've been here before, and she is the anomaly, fortunately.

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    Pooja S.

    Came in around 8:20 on a Sunday, and there were quite a few people leaving but luckily no line since I was trying to catch a train from Grand Central but needed some breakfast first. My order was quickly taken, and I got my bagel ($7 for a toasted everything bagel with scallion cream cheese) in around 2 min. The bagel was delicious, but the standout was the cream cheese. Chunks of scallion all throughout the bagel adding a nice bite. Overall the bagel was probably slightly less on the salty side which I know many prefer, but quite garlicy. Good place for a quick breakfast!

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    Eric S.

    This review is for the Mexican Torta. It's not on the menu on the wall but it was on a chalk board outside the door. I'm from SF so when I saw torta I had to try. First of all, it is not a real Mexican torta. It's just a sandwich but with chorizo sausage and egg. It had avocado in it as well as canned escaneche which is basically jalapeño and carrot from the can. It was delicious and the portion size was big. The egg and chorizo made of feel Mexican. But it was of course missing beans and crema. The service was very friendly and the place looked clean. You can see them making your sandwich. I didn't try the bagels. This place is a hidden gem for Mexican tortas!

    Lauren W.

    Tiny tiny little breakfast takeout spot with super fresh bagels and toppings. The tofu cream cheese is excellent! I ordered it on an everything egg bagel with tomato and onion. My husband got a bacon and egg bagel on plain. Wish we could've taken a dozen home. Quick service. Very friendly and efficient.

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    Miranda M.

    Rico Bagel is a warm inviting cafe with many menu options with a slight flair. I was warmly greeted by staff and picked up an assortment of bagels including jalapeño bagels, salt bagels, garlic bagels, a blueberry bagel and a rainbow bagel as well as a blueberry muffin, a croissant and a cheese filled croissant. The bagels varied in density and toughness but all were good! I found the jalepeno bagels to be my favorite as the bread was the best and the flavor was unique but not too overwhelming. The salt bagels were a little too salty and tough. I loved the croissant and the blueberry muffin. By no means the best I've EVER had, but still great flavors with the muffin being perfectly sweet and the croissant buttery and chewy (not very flaky). The cheese filled croissant was a little too sweet for me. The inside and outside has some cute seating and overall the place is inviting and a cute place to pick up some last minute pastries/breakfast or hangout with a coffee for a bit.

    Classic sausage egg & cheese on everything with a side of vegan veggie spread!
    Jonathan H.

    I popped in here on the way to the office with a strong craving for a sausage, egg, and cheese. And Rico's did not disappoint! The bagel sandwich was oozing with American cheese and the side of vegan veggie spread was a game changer. I appreciate a place with good vegan cream cheese. They have a great selection of other spreads in the deli case and everything is fresh and made to order. Super quick service too. They have the process dialed in.

    Lisa M.

    This is my favorite bagel spot in the city! I did not think I'd be able to find it on my second visit back but was so happy I did. I love to get the flat bagels, they have several different cream cheese options and the bagels are always so crispy, fresh out of the toaster, toasted to perfection. My go to is a sesame bagel with veggie cream cheese although they have many other menu items as well to choose from. This is a small store front that feels like a typical bakery in NYC with coffee, Cuban sandwiches, different spreads, salads, etc. there are some tables outside and the lines moves pretty quickly, with one person taking and preparing your order and another person at the cashier. Definitely a must try!

    Erin M.

    It was my first time in New York and was told I had to come try these bagels. This was such a cute place to stop by and was nice and clean. The place was a very small to walk in and only a few seats available though. Thankfully I came by a time there wasn't many people so was able to go in without feeling overcrowded. They had many different cream cheese flavors and bagels that it was hard to choose from. The folks that work there were very nice and was able to get my bagel out fairly quickly. I had to get the cool looking rainbow bagel (just a regular bagel no special flavor to it). The bagel was very soft and they were cool enough to toast it for me. I asked them to add the honey apple cream cheese and my goodness it was good! It was light, fluffy, and you can taste the flavors but wasn't overpowering. If it wasn't for so many people that came soon after would have gotten another one. My cousin got a breakfast sandwich which looked good too. I would definitely come by this place again in the future but be aware of the times they are open as they close early in the day. For sure worth the try.

    Side of scallion cream cheese for 5.25
    Brooke B.

    Rico Bagel was yummy - I mean look at that cheese pull. They were efficient at getting this made. I was just shocked to know I paid $5.25 for a small side of cream cheese. I also didn't love the scallion cream cheese, should've skipped it. There are two small outdoor tables for seating as well.

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    Found our bagel place in NYC! Some of the other places seem to be more touristy but Rico had a true NY bagel!

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    Great bagels! Highly recommend going to Rico Bagel! It was close proximity to our hotel, great service and awesome food.

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    Usually my neighborhood spot. Pretty good bagels although they have messed up the order occasionally .

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    Good find. Line moved quickly and enjoyed enough to go back twice during our visit. Blueberry bagel was the best I've had

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    Great selection of bagels and spreads! There is a little bit of a wait since everything is made to order...but it's worth it!

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    Banter

    Banter

    4.4
    (96 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Great spot to meet friends for brunch or get takeout! Numerous healthy options and delicious…read moredrinks. We got the Banter Bowl, which includes pickled carrot, cabbage, watermelon radish, cucumber, edamame, avocado, quinoa, and miso ponzu dressing. You have a choice of meats, so we chose the grilled chicken. Second, we ordered the falafel bowl that includes three falafels, pickled onions, avocado, cucumber, whipped garlic feta, kale salad, romesco, and Za'atar dressing that had a delicious flavor. However, our ultimate favorite had to be the Thai Crunch Wrap with sweet potato fries. It was fairly busy, and our drinks took a while to come, but the food arrived shortly after. The next time I'm back, I will be sure to reorder the Thai crunch wrap. If you have food allergies, they are extremely accommodating and have numerous vegan/vegetarian/GF.

    - Cozy little spot serving all-day brunch with plenty of indoor tables and ample outdoor seating;…read morewhile the space is on the smaller side, it feels clean and inviting; it wasn't very busy during lunch on a Monday afternoon, with just a handful of tables occupied inside and out - Service was friendly enough and efficient--ordering ahead online was easy, and my pickup order was ready at the promised time and packaged well; that said, it was missing utensils and napkins - The food was just okay--the Banter Bowl with grilled chicken came with two thin slices of chicken breast that were under-seasoned and a bit dry; the accompanying ingredients were fresh and made for a healthy meal, but overall everything lacked flavor and really needed the dressing to bring it together

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    Cask

    Cask

    4.1
    (1.6k reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Wednesday girl dinner is a must try. For $25, you get a martini, salad (Cesar or market), and fries…read more(truffle or regular). I got the market salad with grilled chicken which was very filling and packed with flavor. The grilled chicken was an add on so cost a little bit more than $25 but still an amazing deal. 10/10 recommend!

    Stopped into Cask Bar & Kitchen in Murray Hill for a casual dinner and loved the quirky, cozy vibe;…read moreit kind of feels like having dinner in your grandma's living room (in the best way possible). Think vintage wallpaper, little knick-knacks, and warm lighting. It's got character. I ordered the market salad with mixed greens, honeycrisp apples, goat cheese, candied pecans, and sherry vinaigrette. It was a hearty portion - super fresh and flavorful, and honestly more than I could finish (not a complaint!). I also ordered a Diet Pepsi with grenadine; they don't carry Diet Coke, which I almost docked a point for, but the mix was unexpectedly delicious. Highly recommend it. My date ordered the hanger steak and said it was absolutely amazing. Only hiccup: his first glass of wine he got came out hot... like, microwave-level warm. Fortunately, the server brought a new (cold) one and the rest of the meal was smooth sailing. Service was friendly, the vibe was homey and relaxed, and the food was solid across the board. Would definitely come back, especially for that salad and another round of grenadine magic.

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    Friedman's

    Friedman's

    4.0
    (3.4k reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Don't always believe Yelp reviews--especially coming from a Yelp Elite--so let's set the record…read morestraight! First off, just a quick note for anyone looking: this restaurant is not halal. Aside from that, we had a fantastic experience here at Friedmans Herald Square near Penn Station. They were playing Hilary Duff music, which was such a fun touch since they often match the vibe of whatever is happening at MSG! They even had special Hilary Duff mocktails. The atmosphere is super sweet and cozy. The restaurant was empty when we first walked in, but the second we sat down, it completely packed up! The waiter was very friendly, and even though they weren't able to split the check at the table, they did provide an itemized receipt to make figuring it out easy. The food was great overall--the Mac & Cheese bites and the corn were especially good! We also tried the cheesecake and molten cake. Plus, the neighbors sitting next to us were so sweet. A wonderful spot with a fun vibe!

    Came on a busy Thursday morning at nine am. Got a decaf iced vanilla latte and a nova Benny and the…read moreMac and cheese. And lemme just say the food came out sooo quick. The Benedict was so delicious. I've never had it on a crispy hash brown type before. It was good and a massive portion. Mac and cheese was alright, though I would probably opt out of it next time. I was so full I totally forgot to drink my latte but the latte was good too. Ambiance was nice clean and very busy.

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    Tara Rose

    4.6
    (1.1k reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    We were looking for a place not to far from our hotel to have a couple drinks before we met up…read morefriends and we found this place. The inside looked really nice with some nice pictures on the wall and lots of space for seating. They also have a downstairs that has a bar and plenty of seating. We just ordered a few Aperol Spritz and chilled at the bar. The drinks tasted really good. Hard to mess that up but you never know. They had music playing from something in the background which was really good. The bartenders were alway asking if we needed anything so that was good. We didn't order any food but the plates that we saw looked really good. Definitely a place you need to check out if your looking for a cool spot to drink and get some bites to eat. They also have a good happy hour and from the looks of it a nice brunch with bottomless mimosas. Have to come check out this place if your in town or live near the area.

    My objective was to find a bar for happy hour in Midtown East. In my rarely treading over to the…read moreeast side these days and wanting to avoid Grand Central I searched a little through google maps what was nearby Murray Bro Hill/Kips Bay area and this spot popped up and I remembered wanting to check out their brunch but never did. It's $25 for unlimited drinks plus food by the way. Which is sad is a deal these days. Anyway, their happy hour is solid enough for a Monday and was meeting up with a friend I hadn't seen in over a year. Place is actually very cute. There are no tvs which I appreciate and the paneling of the walls and decor with all the flowers is quite tasteful. Happy hour deals 4-7pm Mon-Fri & all night Thursday apparently: Aperol Spritz $8, Hugo Spritz $9, Paloma $10, Mules $9, Draft Beers (except Guinness) $7, House Wine $9. As well as 2 Appetizer Bites for $19.95. Not the best but not the worst. I'm normally not a Spritz kind of gal. I think watering down prosecco or wine is heinous. But it was a Monday and I didn't exactly feel like powering down into happy hour so Aperol Spritz it was which switched to a Modelo later. It was the perfect drink situation on a god awful hot as hell day. We also ordered the fish tacos and what initially were the curry fries but they brought out the Greek fries. I wasn't mad about it. Honestly was torn between the two and I don't send food back unless something really bad happened. But it was essentially a side of Caesar salad dressing with feta cheese and generous amount of herbs on a very sparse and frugal amount of crispy standard cut fries. Now I know why it's a 2 for $20 deal. The tacos were 3 in an order which I guess is typical. They weren't bad but nothing stood out to me. I'd come for the drinks or try something else on the menu.

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    Chicken and Waffles and a bloody mary, available during our boozy bottomless brunch.
    Sarge’s Delicatessen & Diner

    Sarge’s Delicatessen & Diner

    3.9
    (1.7k reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$

    We arrived at our midtown NYC hotel on a Saturday night around 7pm. We saw social media influencers…read moresaying this place was as good if not better than Katz. So, it was our first stop given the hour and proximity to our hotel. Note - I have been to Katz before. We arrived and were seated immediately. The place was not very full so it was fairly quiet. I am guessing Katz at 7 on a Saturday night would be packed. Our server could not have been more friendly. She was awesome. She's worked there for 7 years. I ordered the pastrami sandwich with French fries. It also came with Coleslaw and pickles. My wife got 1/2 a Reuben with vegetable soup and coleslaw and pickles. The fries and coleslaw were excellent. The sandwiches were very good but a notch below Katz. I do recommend giving them a shot. The place exudes character and history.

    An extra star since the last review! Sarge's half sandwich with a bowl of soup and a side of…read morepickles & slaw is my idea of a near-perfect meal. It's not just a little cup of soup that most places serve. A bowl so big I asked our waitress if that's what comes with the combo. Both the mushroom barley and matzoh ball have improved since last time. As far as the sandwich, listen to me: get pastrami. It's delicious. The way I see it, most diners serve corned beef, but few places have pastrami. And Sarge's does it right. (My husband, btw did not listen. He had corned beef and loved it.) My cousin asked why I don't go to Katz's. I'm not waiting on line -- sometimes it's pretty long -- their dining room gets noisy and frankly, I'm happy here!

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