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River City Bagels

4.3 (211 reviews)
Closed 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

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Casual
Quiet
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Chau P.

This is my absolute favorite place to get bagels in Sacramento. They serve a variety of breakfast bagels, breakfast burritos, sandwiches, and other Asian dishes for a very affordable price. It is owned and ran by a husband and wife. I came here to get three tubs of cream cheese: smoked salmon, jalapeños, and regular, along with 24 bagels. They offered to cut them all in half for me. The bagels were delicious, and that smoked salmon spread was so tasty, definitely the best cream cheese flavor I've ever had. It has real chunks of smoked salmon. The 24 bagels were $36, and with the spread about $58. The most expensive spread was the smoked salmon at $10.99, but it is so delicious and a must try! They also have outdoor seatings on the side.

Eric C.

i ordered a sausage breakfast burrito and tbh it was just okay. a little too much cheese for my liking. but they had nice chunks of sausage in there. Very nice folks working here though, and extremely hospitable people! definitely gonna come back here for a bagel soon tho. prices here are very reasonable

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Kristy H.

Not a big selection of bagels but it could be because it's a holiday and it was 10:45am when I went in. The Beagles I did get are delish. Place is small but clean and the lady helping me was very nice. I saw sandwiches and salads on the menu and they all sounded good .

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Junior A.

Small but mighty! That's the simplest way to describe it. Conveniently located off of Broadway the Small bagel shop has many different options. The owners are very nice and explain their items very well. I first came here a few years ago when my friend introduced it and I'm not sure why I never came back. It wasn't until recently this year. I came by now I'm hooked. My favorite thing to get is the breakfast sandwich on the jalapeño bagel. With a pack of their chili sauce it is amazing. If bagels aren't for you, don't worry they have plenty of other items. Some of the items include sandwiches, wraps, burritos, rice, and soups to name a few. They also have a lot of different coffee variations. Their coffee prices are much more reasonable than over half the places in downtown. They do have an outside patio as well.

Christopher R.

I was looking for something to eat for lunch. I found this place through yelp. When I came into the restaurant I was greeted by staff. The staff were friendly and very helpful. I ordered a chicken breast sandwich on a bagel. I also ordered fruit. The sandwich was so good and very filling. The taste was phenomenal and the fruit was refreshing. The ambiance is customer friendly and the restaurant has a small deli vibe. The menu has some great breakfast and lunch options. This is a great place to go for a quick lunch or breakfast.

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Alexa R.

River city bagels is a wonderful place if you are looking for bagels in near downtown/curtis park area. It's a small shop with side street parking up front and some outdoor seating. Bagels are delicious and fresh, there are so many flavors. I like the cheese and jalapeño bagels which tend to sell out. The cream cheese variety is great too. I honey walnut is amazing and packed with walnuts. The lox sandwich is tasty as well and you can have it on bagel flavor of your choice.

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Jeremy S.

Small locally ran business. Great Bagels killer breakfast bagels and croissants along with good salads and a great turkey pesto sandwich as well

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Carmen E.

Absolutely amazing bagels! these are fresh baked daily! they have breakfast bagels that are piled with fresh veggies! the service is great. the only downside is its small inside so you may have to wait outside! there is a courtyard to sit! best to call and order for pick up which is what the owners recommend!

Breakfast on jalepeno cheddar bagel
Renee C.

Today is my 5th time going here since I discovered this Ma & Pa shop. Their breakfast bagels are so tasty, filling and hearty. The customer service is 5+++! I will be back!

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Tressie G.

This place is amazing!!! Great food and they get you in and out. Highly recommend!! The wraps are delicious and big enough to save some for later.

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Mark M.

Fresh made bagels before they open daily!!! This is one of my favorites the Pizza Bagel with garlic cream cheese. they make their flavored cream. Also Vietnamese coffee keeps you going all day, if you're looking for something delicious, local and fresh made unlike the others, come see Henry! Mark DMV HQ

Ryan K.

My favorite place to eat lunch the owner is very friendly, and the food is always fresh and delicious. The atmosphere is welcoming, and you can really feel the care they put into everything. It's a spot where I feel comfortable and enjoy every visit.

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We love their bagel sandwiches. Especially with lox. They have lots of bagel flavors and they are real nice people.

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