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    The Bad Bagel

    3.2 (179 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Brittany S.

    My sister and I got "the thriller" on an everything bagel. It had chicken, bacon, pepper jack cheese, avocado, lettuce, and chipotle mayo on it. We both enjoyed it. I also grabbed some of Joe's strawberry lemonade and it was really good. We stopped here during the NYC Bronx, Brooklyn, & Queens tour. Service was friendly as well there.

    Asiago bagel with bacon egg and cheese
    Nathan D.

    Got the asiago bagel with bacon egg n cheese. Was super filling and delicious.. they really stuffed it with bacon. The staff member was upbeat and helped me by answering all my questions. Also got an iced coffee.. I was full for 6 hrs. Def recommend.

    Victor H.

    I came here in the morning around 10ish and ordered a garlic bagel with two eggs sausage and american cheese. The bagel was flavorful. First time i could taste the difference between this bagel and a normal bagel from any stores - the flavor. I could taste the freshness and the imbued garlic flavor in the bagel. The rest of the ingredients: eggs, sausage, and cheese tasted pretty much the same as you would order elsewhere. I checked in using Yelp and i got free coffee as part of Yelp check-in deal. Pretty decent deal. I will definitely come back to this place more often! : )

    $9 Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich not worth it don't recommend go up the block to the deli for the same $5 sandwich
    Jim M.

    Was charged nine dollars for one bacon, egg and cheese on a bagel very very overpriced Save your money don't let people get away with this

    Ryna D.

    Great neighborhood bagel shop! Coming from LA, I always have to have my bagel fix when I'm in NY and Bad Bagel delivered.

    sesame + spinach and artichoke cc
    Michelle C.

    Located right outside the entrance of Jefferson St (L) station, Bad Bagel is a convenient place to pick up a sandwich on the go. I came on a weekday morning and ordered a sesame seeded bagel with spinach artichoke cream cheese ($6.75) which was unfortunately rather bland. The bagel itself, while studded with fragrant sesame seeds, was chewy and had a good crust. But the spinach artichoke cream cheese spread tasted like neither spinach nor artichoke and was just very disappointing in general. I could see chopped up bits of spinach and artichoke in the schmear but it tasted like it needed a good dose of garlic powder or salt.

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    Brandon G.

    I was in town and looking for a great Brooklyn breakfast sandwich and that's exactly what I got here! It was located right across from where I was working and it had a cool look to it so I gave it a shot. I got a traditional sausage, egg, and cheese on an everything bagel. This sandwich competes with any and every single breakfast sandwich I have had at home. It was so filling and delicious. Everything was made when I ordered it and not just heated up and slapped together like some places. I also got a cinnamon roll as well. Which was also equally delicious. I will definitely be back next time I'm in town.

    Hayward L.

    Decent place to get an everything bagel by the Jefferson L train. The decor is trendy, it looks modern and hip compared to a lot of other bagel spots. They have a wide selection of signature sandwiches, as well as more simple breakfast options with eggs. The texture of the bagel is good, although it is a bit too bread-like and not as chewy as some of my favorite spots. There can also be a bit of a long wait time, especially when lots of delivery drivers turn up, they seem to prioritize them.

    Everything Bagel with Flavored Cream Cheese: cucumber dill cc
    Justin T.

    Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon closer to their closing time to get an everything bagel with cucumber dill cream cheese. Bagel isn't as chewy w as I would prefer, but it's a good bagel; cucumber dill cc schmear was very generous - it was airy and refreshing- exactly what I was looking for as a solid snack between meals. Staff were friendly and helpful with suggestions. Nice clean space with ample seating.

    a bakery counter with a variety of pastries
    Elah N.

    The service and atmosphere was great. I only came in for a single bagel (Asiago with Nutella) and it was really good. I need to try out more food items on the menu because it looked wonderful. The price for a bagel with choice of filling was about $4 bucks and some change.

    Everything.
    Mike M.

    The Bad Bagel is a top contender in the bagel game. I stopped by recently for a coffee and bagel. Everything with scallion cream cheese. The bagel itself had a perfect chew, perfect crust, and close to what I'd consider a perfect Brooklyn bagel. Scallion cream cheese was on point. Do wish the bagel had some more seeds though but not a mood killer. The place is modern, employees seem alright, and its spotless. Coffee was "meh" but did its job of washing down this delicious bagel. Eat here!

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    Food was really bad, and over priced. The closing time was also extremely inaccurate. Don't waste you time or money coming here.

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    Vegan tasty bake right size is delicious fresh on promises as always good service too many selection too many flavors. I enjoy it.

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    Phenomenal bagels great prices great great coffee everyone that works there is just so nice I highly recommend

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    Love their food and service. Blond girl is very friendly. Bacon, egg and cheese is a must if you ever visit them

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    Hot Bagels - Grilled spicy turkey, fried egg and Swiss.

    Hot Bagels

    3.9(118 reviews)
    5.2 miKensington, Flatbush
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    I typically come in here only when I'm the area. The establishment is always clean and opens early…read moream 5am which is a such a plus if you work extremely early in the morning. As far as the customer service goes I wish it was a bit better. The staff aren't the most pleasant. No good morning no acknowledgement of comprehending what you order they just walk away and start the order. Which is why I double check always. I do notice they speak more pleasantly to other customers that come in. Not sure if it's a culture thing or could they be discriminatory but it's a bit unsettling. Food: 3.8/5 I only order the poppy seed bagel and that's pretty tasty. Not to doughy although I do have them take out a good portion of the bread because I like it to be extremely thin. Service: 3 /5 Service needs major improvements , language barriers are also a major factor to consider as they do speak Spanish and their primary language. Ambiance: 3/5 Standard & basic bagel shop set up. Standing & waiting area is basic they have counter tops should you want to stand inside and eat nothing fancy. They do have a wide variety of drinks to choose from and coffee and tea.

    Delicious fresh bagels and sandwiches. Love the different…read moreoptions of cream cheese flavors it give your bagel the extra kick. What's a Good Morning without a Good breakfast. Service was excellent. I went early so it wasn't pack. I got to stand and eat my delicious warm bagel with cream cheese.

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    Shelsky's of Brooklyn Appetizing & Delicateseen - Lots of  lox to choose from

    Shelsky's of Brooklyn Appetizing & Delicateseen

    4.0(305 reviews)
    3.9 miCobble Hill
    $$$

    Always came for bagels and bagel sandwiches and never been disappointed. Yes we know that. But I…read morewanted to drop a special review for their Pastrami on Rye. It is masterfully crafted, season, layered to perfection. I want to make sure it is not over looked as I think this is a must have at least once.

    At the end of a short stay in Manhattan, we took the boys across the bridge to try Shelsky's of…read moreBrooklyn. We wanted to try something different after having explored so many of the typical places in Manhattan and Shelsky's came highly recommended While I was expecting a long wait on a Saturday mid-morning, I was pleasantly surprised to find the establishment with only a few in line before us. Now, I was desperately seeking a very simple belly lox with schmear, but much to my dismay, they didn't have any more belly lox. I was heartbroken and had to figure out a plan B While I pondered, the family quickly ordered a Peter Shelsky, a Great Gatsby, and a Fancy Pants. I crumbled in my panic and jumped in with another Peter Shelsky. We also tried a small amount of whitefish salad and a beet/thyme salad The service was quick and we were able to grab two of the three small tables at the front to enjoy our fare. Soon we were digging in and from the immediate silence, I could tell everyone was enjoying their choices. The bagels were on the smaller side, denser with a firm crust. We did enjoy the bagels, but I could see how someone not familiar with this style may find them too "cardboard-y" I have to say, the pickled herring on the Peter Shelsky was fantastic, but was way too overpowering for the nova and sable. I actually regretted my choice and would order something more sunken next time. (Or get to the store earlier to beat the rush for the darn belly lox!) The beet salad was quite a nice balance to for the bagels adding a bit of brightness. The whitefish salad was solid - a hint of smoke and a creamy puree. Some who prefer a chunkier whitefish salad might find this less than satisfactory, but the flavors were great A cure store, friendly and patient staff, a great first exposure to Brooklyn for the boys. We'll be back (and we want belly lox!!)

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    Russ & Daughters - Classic Bagel & Lox with The Works (~$19)

    Russ & Daughters

    4.3(3k reviews)
    3.7 miLower East Side
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    I love, love Russ & Daughters. This has easily become one of my favorite bagel spots, and I've been…read morehere at least three times this month alone. The classic salmon lox is always amazing, and the Phcall with Norwegian salmon was delightful. The food is honestly what keeps me coming back. The space is small and almost always crowded, so the ambiance is more busy and fast-paced than relaxed. It can be hard to move around inside, and they go through tickets so quickly that it's easy to miss your order if they can't find you. I'm not really complaining because that's part of the rush, but it can feel a little chaotic. My last visit was a bit below par. My ticket got skipped, and while another employee helped me, he seemed rushed and didn't fully understand my order before making it. I had to correct the spread and missed the capers I originally ordered. Regardless, the bagels were still amazing.

    I came to Russ and Daughters with my sister to try their bagels and we had a good time. You get a…read morenumber inside, and it is pretty crowded. The area is smaller, but there are arrays of smoked fish and other delicacies around. There is some seating outside. The person making our bagels was so meticulous when preparing the sandwich! It really shows how much care they have with every order. The bagels themselves were good. It filled us up, and the flavor is what we expect! Fish quality is good, and I liked it! I got the Super Heebster, and the whitefish was good too.

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    Highway Bagels

    Highway Bagels

    2.9(197 reviews)
    6.8 miMidwood
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    I was in the neighborhood looking for a bagel place to eat and a nice person recommended this spot…read more So I went there to try them out. It's a pretty spacious bagel spot with ample seating menu's with pricing for all items they sell which is helpful. Food: 3/5 I ordered a jalapeño bagel with turkey bacon, and scrambled eggs. The bagel was okay nothing to rave about your standard bagel. Nothing to make me fave about it. The texture was chewy and a bit doughy if you like your bagels that texture this may be the spot for you. Overall my bagel was about 10-12$ I believe. They charge extra for a rainbow bagel and other specialty bagels like jalapeño. Which is pretty expensive so make sure you're aware of that. Service: 3/5 The customer service was mediocre. The guy at the front wasn't the most pleasant. Very much get you in an out top of place. They weren't rude but not the most cheerful I'd say. Ambiance: 3/5 standers bagel shop nothing really impressive or spectacular. I will say when in the area due to the lack of places to eat that make REAL food. I have come back here and the bagels have been decent. Would like the staff to be more pleasant.

    This place is definitely a go to for bagels. The bagels are soft and delicious. Bagels are fresh…read moreand plentiful. They have many options available, and I do not believe there can be a bad combination. Orders are done quickly, so its great if you just need to get something fast.

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