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    5 Borough Bagles

    4.4 (24 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    MaryAnn S.

    If you just want a small bite of something to hold you over until dinner then try the super fresh Bagels at 5 Borough. The Pastrami Bagel on a toasted bagel is simply delicious. The ingredients are fresh and the cream cheese adds an extra punch of flavor all served by a friendly staff who will make sure your bagel meets your expectations. The small dining space adds a blend of neighborhood comfort that allows you to savor the peaceful vibe of the neighborhood.

    Jaci S.

    What a great experience!! It was my first time eating at 5 Borough and I've heard amazing things. Was excited to try it out and ordered a breakfast sandwhich. If I had tried it inside, I would've taken a bagel to go with me for tomorrow breakfast as well! Delicious! And so many options on both bagels and cream cheeses. There were lots of folks inside enjoying coffee and the light music playing. 100% will be visiting again the next time I am out this way!!

    Mac M.

    if the line out the door was any indication, Central Iowans are loving the new 5 Borough Bagels - Urbandale. Also, I love that the owners are NYC transplants who now make their home in Des Moines. Everything is made from scratch, including the wide variety of tasty schmears. Even better? If you're in a hurry, they can hook you up with a bagel and coffee in no time flat. It has a fun, decidedly east coast-meets-midwest feel. So, yes, you need to go and carbo-load accordingly. Their breakfast sammiches are a thing of wonder.

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    Nathan S.

    The bagels/sandwiches were excellent! Similar to ones I've tried in NYC. Service times were very slow- took me over 20 minutes to get my 2 items. The line for the register went through the seating area, making it very crowded for those in line and those at tables.

    BEC on everything bagel with scallion cream cheese
    Emily B.

    Love this place. I've gone a few times for lunch & get the manhattan. It's SO good & flavorful & I don't change anything about it. This was my first time going for breakfast & it did not disappoint. Bagel is soft but also hard if you know what I mean. Again so flavorful, I love the scallion cream cheese! I got a basic BEC on everything bagel & I would definitely go get it again. Always good customer service, not terribly priced. Pleanty of seating for yourself or with your friends. Coffee & soda options, as well as a fun ube lemonade I saw on the menu! Not sure if that's temporary or not. Stop in!

    Alex P.

    Very impressed with this cute spot in Des Moines! Excited to see this light and bright new bagel shop. I had the Manhattan Sandwich which was very good. This location is busy around the lunch hour. Finding a table was not a problem but they were out of some bagels. The staff was friendly and worked quickly to get orders out. I can't wait to try this spot out for breakfast sometime!

    a breakfast sandwich and coffee

    In my last visit in Iowa I had breakfast at the new location in Urbandale. My bagel with veggie cream cheese was fantastic. The freshly squeezed orange was great too.10/10.

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    Tyler L.

    This new 5 borough location is not what the old location used to me! I used to go to the university location every single weekend but the new one is closer to home, so Ive given it two chances and today will be my last. Both times I've ordered a bacon egg and cheese on everything bagels, the bacon is literally still raw! The latte is 90% milk with no exp flavor.

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    Being from NYC the bagels are very good and they take me back home. You won't be disappointed

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    We have 12 different flavors. Did you get to try all of them?

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    Delicious breakfast sandwich! Great coffee! Friendly, fast counter and kitchen staff! A bit pricey, but I'll be back!

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    if the line out the door was any indication, Central Iowans are loving the new 5 Borough Bagels - Urbandale.

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    As a New Yorker, this is the closest thing I can find in Des Moines that's like grabbing a sandwich…read morefrom my bodega down the block. They've got wide selections of sandwiches and honestly, you can't go wrong with any of them. The Manhattan is my go-to (Corned Beef, Ham, Salami, Coleslaw & Swiss with Mustard, Mayo & Pickle on an Onion Bun) but I always sub the onion bun out for a hero bun. Every flavor works well with each other, the coleslaw is sweet and contrasts well with the saltiness of the meats, the crunch from the pickle, and finally the mustard cuts into all of them for a beautiful clash of senses in your mouth. Other sandwich pictured is their Tuesday, it's a daily special sandwich you can get on any day. The special pricing won't apply if you get it on another day obviously. The Tuesday was hearty and the cheese on top of it was seasoned well. The peanut butter brownie, very decadent! I don't even like brownies but I always try to snag this one whenever I'm here! Service here is always prompt and helpful. The ambiance does a great job at pulling on the community aspect you feel at your local corner store in NYC.

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