Found this hidden gem for a quick breakfast bagel sandwich. This mom and pops biz has been here for 15 years. Henry, the owner, is the sweetest man and greets everyone with a "hello, friend!" I will 110% return and recommend this small, local, Asian-owned business again and again! Their prices are super affordable, very good value for what you get. And the menu actually has a good variety of sandwiches. The bagels are fresh and chewy. I had the breakfast bagel with ham, comes with scrambled egg and cheese, and I added cream cheese to my "all in one" bagel. It is a hardy sandwich. I just wish the bagel were toasted a little longer for more crunch. Next time will just ask for well toasted. Try River City Bagels (Deli)!!!!! read more

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Summary: 3.7 rounded up to 4 given the speed, service, and price; not my preferred bagel style but the filling was decent enough & overall value was good, so I'll return if it's convenient for a sandwich since that might be better. I stopped by on a whim and like usual got a standard order to test: plain bagel with egg, cheese, bacon. It was around 11:30am and a lot of things were sold out, so if you want something specific, make sure you get there early! Service: 4/5, very friendly, got my bagel sandwich within 5 minutes of ordering, easy to pay (cash preferred); ambiance is straightforward as a small, simple, clean place with no frills and a few seats, so expect to grab & go or only come with one friend. Bagel: 3/5, I prefer a good level of chew/density but this was more on the dry/bready, also like a good toast on the outside; ratio of filling to bagel was good though Filling: 3.5/5, good portion of light & fluffy eggs with cheese in almost every bite, bacon was 20% crunch 80% chewy, but the salt level of the bacon was off the charts and distracting Value: 4/5, better breakfast sandwich when comparing to McD's, old school Dunkin' Donuts, most gas stations, and even frozen breakfast sandwiches from grocery stores; solid price to quality & portion ratio. Overall, it landed right in the middle of my expectations and was a serviceable sandwich, but there are other places that'll knock your socks off for the same thing. Convenience, speed, and a friendly smile is what it is all about here! read more

River City Bagels - Egg bacon and cheese on a plain bagel - Bagels Near Me - Sacramento, California

Forget Noah's Bagels, this is the spot to visit! The owners are the sweetest people ever and the warmth of their shop is unmatched. The atmosphere is so cozy and you can tell they put their heart and soul into their space and products. My favorite part is seeing their daughter's artwork scattered around the shop. It is really small inside but they do have an outdoor patio with seating if you want to wait or enjoy your food there. Their bagels are so good and their prices are unbeatable for the quality you get. I got the jalapeño bagel with smoked salmon spread (yes you read that right and yes it is as delicious as it sounds) and it was the most decadent thing. I almost inhaled it before I could snap a photo. Their closed-face lox sandwich on a sourdough bagel was amazing as well. I love the addition of the cucumber and tomato, it was very refreshing. This will single-handedly replace your habit of going to Noah's. Can't wait to explore more of their menu! read more

River City Bagels - Jalapeño Bagel with Smoked Salmon Spread - Bagels Near Me - Sacramento, California

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. read more

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Good bagels, great price, friendly owners. I had the breakfast bagel with egg, cheese, and ham on an "All in One" bagel. Sure, maybe it's not a NYC bagel but it's cheap, reliable, and still yummy. It's a cute little mom and pop shop. I'd recommend eating on their little patio. read more

Food is always good for the price. It's a bit of a hidden gem mostly focused on dmv state workers as customers. I believe it's a family and they are usually super friendly. It's a grab and go spot but they do have a small outdoor area where you can sit and eat if you want. Bagel sandwiches and wraps always good. read more

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 read more

River City Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Sacramento, California

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 . read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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ordered 1 jalapeno breakfast bagel and 1 cheese breakfast bagel, the label shows jalapeno and cheese but when u look at the bagel they both look like cheese only, tasted and finish the sandwich no jalapeno, there's a sort of/ a little of jalapeno taste but they must have added powder only, that is a cheat. If they don't have jalapeno why still sell they could have just tell me they run out. read more

Great spot, open early. Tiny stop so don't expect to eat there. I stopped by on a rainy morning for a quick bagel sandwich. Suuper affordable. Ordered a bacon egg breakfast sandwich on sesame. Pretty tasty. The coffee was what it was, quick stop coffee. The service helpful and patient. I would stop by again if I was in the area. read more

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

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I've always seen this sandwich shop since it's near my job & I'm so glad I walked in. Their food is delightful. Tons of options from bagels, sandwiches, teriyaki plates, fruit bowls.... The list can go on. & I've never spent over $15 for a whole meal, side and drink. For example a teriyaki plate that comes with a slaw salad is only $8 and some change.... It's a lot of food too! Their food is fresh & always hot when I come pick up. Might I add their chicken pesto sandwich is to die for! So fresh and filling. The two owners who are there every single day have such a friendly vibe and always welcoming. They definitely deserve to be rated best sandwich shop! 10/10. I've been there many times and have never had one complaint. This is your sign to go try them if you've always wondered! read more

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! read more

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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! read more

River City Bagels - Breakfast on jalepeno cheddar bagel - Bagels Near Me - Sacramento, California

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. read more

River City Bagels - Chicken Teriyaki Chicken Over Rice - Bagels Near Me - Sacramento, California

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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 read more

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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. read more

River City Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Sacramento, California

Best bagel breakfast sandwich in Sac! Highly recommend getting the sandwich on a jalapeño bagel, because it makes the sandwich less messy and adds a subtle kick to the sandwich. The owner is so nice and the service is super fast! There isn't a lot of room for parking, but you'll be in and out quickly if you take your stuff to go. They also have a cute little patio to eat on if you want to eat there, but it's outside. read more

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Eh, the bagels here are just okay. Kinda bland (even regarding the all-in-one flavored bagel, which I assumed to be an everything bagel equivalent) but their interior is light and dinner-roll soft when heated. Cream cheese spread is very plain Jane. 3 Stars for the food but I added a star because the gentleman at the counter was super nice. He (probably the owner?) seemed really appreciative that I stepped foot into the bagel shop. Best to go early in the morning especially on a Saturday. Slim pickings by 10 am. read more

Love a small, local, shop like this. Food is what you expect and good! They have drink options as well. The woman who works the counter is very very nice and the food comes out quick even though it usually seems like there is only a couple people on. I also enjoy how they have a board for local businesses! read more

Husband wanted to try this spot so brought the sourdough bagel home and a garlic cream cheese spread--- mind blown! SO GOOD! The bagels were PERFECT! Soft but a wonderful chewy texture, the flavor was on point. Can't wait to go back and try more varieties! read more

This tiny bagel shop off of Broadway is a hidden gem. Bagels are fresh and so good and they have a variety to choose from. I think it's family owned and they are so nice and fast. Somehow make every customer feel like a regular even if it's your first time. read more

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Ive been meaning to come here and now im kickin myself for waiting so long... cool little mom and pop shop, fantastic bagels, even better crossaints. All their spreads r great, crossaint breakfast sandwich or chive cream cheese on the crossaint are my go to's. Strawberry spread is awesome, garlic spread is for real garlic lovers, smoked salmon spread was great, honey walnut great... thise r the ones ive tried, gonna get a tub of one of them next time im in there. Super cool couple running it, forget noahs bagels or something come in here and support a mom and pop shop where they make everything fresh read more

River City Bagels - Crossaint w chive cream cheese... 10/10, my go to - Bagels Near Me - Sacramento, California

River City Bagels is legit! Henry, the owner, is super nice and makes you feel welcome right away. I grabbed a breakfast sandwich and it was honestly one of the best I've had. everything tasted fresh, and the bagel itself was perfect. You can tell they care about the quality here. After eating here, I will never go to Noah's Bagels again! Very nice outdoor seating areas as well. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area. read more

This is a great place to pick up breakfast or lunch. They are always very helpful, and it's a very pleasant, clean atmosphere. My go-to is a tuna wrap. read more

The staff was very sweet but moved a bit quickly through the customers. I felt a bit rushed when it came to ordering and getting my order fulfilled. I would have appreciated the focus on one customer before moving onto the next. Other than that really great service! read more

Parking was a bit difficult to navigate so I just parked at the gas station next door and got gas while my wife ordered. I caught up to her as she was paying and as I walked in the gentleman taking her order greeted me which was nice. The store is small and humble, like a family owned donut shop. It was late morning, so their bagel case wasn't full, but we were able to order what we came there for: a bagel breakfast sandwich with sausage and added cream cheese on a Jalepeno bagel. The prices were fair and we received our order in about 5 minutes. I really enjoyed my sandwich. It wasn't overly messy, as most sandwiches with added cream cheese, at different bagel shops, become too difficult to eat. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because a Jalepeno bagel should have some heat, but I didn't get any heat, even after digging a piece of jalepeno out and eating it by itself. read more

Love this place. Quick. Inexpensive. Friendly. Great food. Great for breakfast & great for lunch. Give them a try - you won't be disappointed. read more

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Love this place! They have the best blt and Mediterranean chicken pesto sandwich both on sourdough bread. Henry and his wife are good people. read more

I absolutely love this place! Everyone who works around here calls and orders ahead and the food is always ready for pick up on time. I get Thai salad every time. read more

River City Bagels - Thai Salad - Bagels Near Me - Sacramento, California

On a Saturday, while out with our dogs for a walk, my husband and I stopped at River city bagels for a bagel breakfast sandwich. This is one of those just classic hole in the wall places that does a solid breakfast bagel sandwich. I ordered an everything bagel with ham, egg, and cheese and it was perfection. No nonsense, no frills. Just a solid bagel. And with so few bagel options in Sacramento, River City Bagels is much appreciated. read more

The bagels are adequate and a very small selection. The sandwiches built on them are good. Fox your door as it's difficult to open and a liability. read more

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

Cheap, fast, and fresh bagels. Really good and you can tell its fresh. 10/10. Literally my first review in yelp and this place made me want to put a review lol read more

Food is way overpriced. It's literally Sam's club/costco bulk buys warmed up in a microwave. They barely give you enough sauce for the teriyaki chicken and when you ask for more sauce they want to charge .75 cents extra after you pay $10 for the plate. Place is kinda run down and can definitely use a deep cleaning. read more

Yummy bagels. Friendly service. Doesn't get any better than this! Our favorite bagel place in Sacto! read more

River City Bagels - Toasted onion bagel with smoked salmon cream cheese - Bagels Near Me - Sacramento, California

I don't eat bagels often anymore but my favorite is a toasted sesame bagel (love the deep flavor toasting those seeds brings out) with a little butter. I was craving one while in this area and using Yelp. It is a small place with very limited parking and no indoor seating but there is outdoor seating on the side. The owners should consider putting a sign on the door that tells folks there is seating out there because I wasn't quite sure but could hear voices on the other side. I don t mind a hole-in-the wall place and staff (assuming owmers) were super friendly.. The bagel had lots of seeds and was obviously fresh but the bagel wasn't toasted as asked. At best it was warmed up. While I appreciate trying to give speedy service, I left with my craving unsatisfied. Next time if I return, I'll be more specific. I also wish they had decaf coffee. I know it doesn't sell as much but some folks cannot drink the fully leaded. They offered a decaf espresso but thats not the same and I'm sure it would have cost more. I scanned their menu board and their prices for breakfast and lunch items seems very reasonable. I wish there were more reviews here of their other offerings. Oh and it seems the name has changed or Yelp made an error. The sign outside read River City Deli versus River City Bagels. read more

River City Bagels - Half of my sesame seed bagel. Not toasted emough but fresh and tasty. - Bagels Near Me - Sacramento, California