Driving down route 10 and saw this bagel store! Cars were lined up off 10 because they were waiting for a parking spot. It's packed! We walked in and there's a line of people. However it got to me quickly and I put in my order. You do not pay until they have your food ready. There are 5 booths for customer to sit in. There's also a high counter and high chairs to sit in. The prices here are more than fair. The bagels are so fresh and soft. The rainbow bagel was warm! We will be returning! Ohhhh the coffee was good and hot! read more

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My first and definitely, not my last New Jersey bagel. I have been to this place 4 times in two weeks and I even dream of bagels I haven't tried yet! My absolute favorite bagel so far is the very first one I had which was a western omelette with eggs, red pepper, green pepper, ham, and onion on an everything bagel with provolone cheese, and salt, pepper, and ketchup added. I thought being asked to put salt, pepper and ketchup on it was a little different but I figured it must be the norm so I decided to try it. The ketchup really set it off!!! I did cross check this with a few of my New Jersey friends and they said that this was the norm for sandwich bagels! The ladies working were so sweet and very patient as I ordered my first bagel Sandwich! My bagel was so good that I had to go back a few days later to try another. I've also had the western omelette on a blueberry bagel, amazing blueberry bagel, but do not recommend the combo (my fault, I was trying to go for sweet and savory). I've also had the egg and pastrami on a salt bagel, which was really good, and a plain bagel with cream cheese and jelly, again interesting combo but it worked! The bagels are a little firm on the outside but soft on the inside when biting, hard to describe but such a fun consistency! I feel like I have been lied to all my life when it comes to what a bagel truly is and should truly taste like! I have never been a bagel girly until now, to the point I even told my coworkers to call me bagel going forward! read more

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This is one of the best bagel spots! Most bagel spots are the same to me but this one stands out and the bagels are so fluffy. We ate one just out of the oven and it was even better. Worth the hype! read more

Have been going to Alfa for over a decade now, is by far my favorite bagel. Has great flavor itself and a good crust and love the size and fluffiness! read more

Good bagels! I got a pork roll egg and cheese SPK. My friend got French toast and home fries. Both full and satisfied. Definitely check this place out heading up to the mall or after school if you go to Morris county college. Staff is great, we'll be back soon. read more

Best bagel place I've been to! The bread has a sweetness to it. Tastes great with a breakfast sandwich or a some cream cheese! The parking lot is always full! That says it all! read more

The bagels were just okay. They were certainly fresh (soft and very warm), but the bagels and anything in the bagels were very flavorless and desperately needed some salt. The staff were very friendly, efficient and the prices were reasonable though. Being so close to NYC seeking out better options is a must. Kind of disappointing because you see the bagels being freshly boiled in the back, so it's a shame they didn't have much of a taste. But they do have quite an extensive menu so there might be other things worth coming for. read more

Alfa Bagels - Nova, CC, Tom. & Onion - Bagels Near Me - Randolph, New Jersey

Stopped in on a rainy Thursday (11/21/24) afternoon around 2.30 in the mood for a good bagel. Ordered a sesame bagel with cream cheese and lox spread. My craving was fulfilled: bagel fluffy inside and toasty outside with plenty of spread. Very friendly service, great value ($4.74), excellent bagel. Parking in its own lot in front. On route 10, but look quick; it's tucked into its own little niche. Nice music playing. Clean. I was very happy. Highly recommended. read more

Alfa Bagels - Couldn't wait to bite into the bagel-- yum. - Bagels Near Me - Randolph, New Jersey

Grabbed a Jersey Meat (I don't care if you call it pork roll or Taylor ham so I'm avoiding the argument) Egg and Cheese from Alfa Bagel. I normally get these on a hard roll (Kaiser) but since this is a bagel spot and I've heard the bagels are good, I went with an egg bagel. The woman who helped me was very friendly, and I chose to take the sandwich outside to the benches because it was a nice day. Came out to just over $6 and this spot is cash only. The bagel was solid for this area, normally this far west of North Jersey/NYC the bagels are not great but I enjoyed this. Hit it with a little butter and seemed very lightly grilled. Sandwich had 3 slices of the biggest argument meat ever with what I believe to be one egg (could have been two small eggs) and I'd guess two slices of American. I chose to go no SPK as I usually do with these sandwiches. The meat is salty enough and I personally feel ketchup doesn't allow you to taste all the other flavors. I would get this again but I'd be more interested in trying something else from here. This wouldn't crack a top 5 list for me or anything but it was definitely a good sandwich. Alfa Bagels in Randolph, NJ - Didn't Suck! For videos from this location and hundreds of others please check out my social media pages here - https://linktr.ee/Didnt_Suck read more

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Very good bagels, probably the one of the best around. The breakfast food is decent, a bit over priced for what you get but very convenient.

Super tasty bagels and spread. I grew up in NJ but live on the west coast. So for me Alfa bagels are heavenly. I had an everything bagel and lox spread. The bagel was the perfect blend of crisp yet doughy goodness. The spread had a very distinct rich cream cheese flavor. And the service was very fast and pleasant. Great place. read more

If I could give zero stars, I absolutely would. This place is a joke. I ordered two bagel sandwiches with very specific instructions, and they couldn't even get that right. I asked for a bacon, egg, and cheese, egg scrambled, extra bacon, and bacon well done. What did I get? A disgusting, barely-cooked pile of bacon that looked like it came straight from the farm to my bagel. It was so inedible, I had to throw the whole thing in the trash. To make matters worse, when I tried to reach out, nobody answered the phone. After waiting an hour, I finally got through, only to be told to call back because they were "too busy." Seriously? Maybe if you're that slammed, you should HIRE SOME MORE STAFF or reconsider your career choices. If you can't follow simple, direct instructions, you don't belong in the service industry. Sure, the bagels are great, but apparently, they're being made by a team with the collective intelligence of a soggy paper bag. Save yourself the hassle and go somewhere that knows how to listen and doesn't treat customers like an inconvenience. read more

Service stinks. If you order online and go to pick up for some reason they don't comprehend your name well, or make an effort to look for your order that is sitting there to be picked up. I went there, gave them my name and showed them my receipt and they said it wasn't ready. Five minutes later they call me up front and say it's still not ready. Finally, five minutes after that they go to their computer to look up my order and then they realize it was sitting there the whole time ready. A guy waiting next to me called to place his order and they had him waiting for god knows how long. They all of sudden realized they wrote his name wrong. His name was John, they put down Don. On top of that with my order they forgot the toast, and in my breakfast sandwich there were egg shells. A side of bacon was $7.50 and they gave me the saddest 4 pieces of bacon I've ever seen. I basically never write reviews, but this experience compelled me to do so. I'm never going back to that place. read more

Yes, the bagels are prob the best in the area. Yes, the parking is terrible. Yes, the lines are long but move fast. Service was speedy. I've only had the bagels here. They are are on the larger size and not dense. They are soft and airy and came warm. It's too far for a regular visit, but I stop in when I'm in the area... read more

Alfa Bagels - Sesame bagel on a 10 inch plate - Bagels Near Me - Randolph, New Jersey

Alfa is low key but awesome. Been here twice and I'm down for coming back again even though it's not close. First time I had an everything with pastrami egg and cheese. The bagel was big and chewy with plenty of seeds and they gave an ample portion of PEC. My girls had BEC. And THEC which they enjoyed. Went back today fir a quick salt bagel with cream cheese and it was delicious. People here hustle and are nice so put $$ in tip jar. Dry busy but line moves fast. read more

Alfa Bagels - Salt bagel - Bagels Near Me - Randolph, New Jersey

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Good bagels; soft the way I like them. However, whenever I go in their selection seems to be limited. Good sign that the bagels are good, bad sign that they don't seem to make enough? My biggest complaint is their service. I'm new to the area and every time I've gone in, it seems as if since I'm not a "regular" I get passed on service. I have literally waited in a line and others who came in after me have been helped first. The customer apologized for the poor service of the workers. I've also gone in and the workers are talking instead of helping customers and been told to wait while they finished their conversation. read more

Best bagel place there is. I'll take it over Teaneck hot bagel everyday. I need 85 characters

Best bagels in morris county hands down. Got a salt bagel and everything with cream cheese.

My mother lives in south Jersey and it's hard to find good bagels so every few weeks or so I bring her a few from here. The last few months I've noticed a lot of them are burnt! Not good! read more

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Alfa Bagel has the best bagel in town of Morris. Service is quick but can't get little difficult to explain over the phone but get the order right. Tailor ham and cheese Chicken Parmesan Bagel place ambiance read more

Amazing bagels and delicious cream cheese! Highly recommend trying them out - it's our only go to spot !

Best bagels I've ever had. The bagels have a nice exterior crust and soft, gooey, elastic texture on the inside. One time, the order took longer than usual, about 15-20 minutes. Totally by surprise, they apologized for the long wait and gave me the order completely free. It's things like that, that you remember and that make a loyal customer. read more

My family came up from South Carolina and we recommended them to go there.... Omg! They were treated horribly! The heavy set lady was so mean! And rude! We are done with this nasty place!! Shame on you people!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

I got the Taylor Ham, Egg, and Cheese with Home Fries. It was good, but not the best bagel I have ever had honestly. The cheese was completely melted which was very good, but there wasn't enough egg for me. Also, I asked for my bagel toasted which did not happen. The home fries were very mediocre, nothing special. Additionally, the cashiers were not friendly at all. The two women behind the counter were talking to each other for 5 minutes before one of them asked me what I wanted. I'm not sure if I would return. Bagels on the Hill in Mine Hill and Pop's Bagels in Wharton are still the two best in the area for me. read more

Alfa Bagels - Taylor Ham, Egg, and Cheese with Home Fries - Bagels Near Me - Randolph, New Jersey

Excellent bagels, quick service, and a quaint spot. This is a great breakfast and lunch spot. The bagels are made in and are fresh and large. The staff is friendly and helpful. The prices are excellent. read more

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Orderd Taylor ham/egg/cheese/SPK. Simple enough, but also easy to screw up. Good amount of meat, cheesy, and perfect bread ratio to contents of sandwhich. Mmmmmm read more

The hype is real! Delicious fresh bagels, checkout was fast and friendly service with a smile

Tasty and fresh bagels made on premises that are reasonably priced along with courteous and friendly service. I also enjoy their breakfast sandwiches and their western omelette, which is priced right and includes shredded home fries and toast. read more

Great bagels and deli. It's hard to find a go-to bagel place and so glad to have found this place. The bagels are perfect. They also have a dining area. They don't just offer bagels, they also offer deli sandwiches. read more

This place used to be great. It's not anymore. Staff is confused and inept. Too many people behind the counter. None of them know what they're doing. Went there today and watched 8 people get served who came behind me. I asked where my order was and the staff was confused, blamed the kitchen and then handed me a bag with cream cheese all over the bottom of it, that got all over me. When I got home I looked at the sandwich. Bagel with nova, cream cheese, onion and tomato. There was one slice of nova on it. Really? With the price of that sandwich, it was ridiculous. Not going back. read more

I'd give negative stars if I could. I used to go at least once a week for a bagel here, but never again after today. Every time I've gone, I've been able to pay with card by paying the 50 cent fee, no biggy. Today, I met the wrath of the older Spanish woman behind the counter when I tried to pay with card. She scrutinized me by saying "you don't have $2 cash?!" to which I replied no, that I was sorry & willing to pay the regular 50 cent fee. Another kind customer offered to cover me with $2 cash. It was incredibly kind. The Spanish woman behind the counter then continued to hash on at me about how they only take cash & next time I can only pay cash. Don't worry, there won't be a next time! read more

This Shop is Always packed so you know they must be doing something right. Yeah they are. Serving up delicious bagels and great coffee is doing right in my book. I stopped in and grabbed a Taylor ham egg and cheese on an onion bagel and it was very tasty. That bagel was perfectly prepared and I really like the coffee here. You bet I'll return. read more

Alfa Bagels - T.H.E. & C. on Onion - Bagels Near Me - Randolph, New Jersey

Been here twice now, the bagels are good light and airy. The Taylor ham egg and cheese was alright, I have had better but the bagels were good read more

Alfa Bagels - Everything bagel - Bagels Near Me - Randolph, New Jersey

It was ok. A typical standard north jersey bagel. Definitely not worth the crazy amount of people lined up on route 10 to get in, and certainly not worth risking your life over trying to run across route 10 during rush hour traffic. read more

Really going down hill... bagels are delicious but the breakfast sandwiches are disappointing. Not much to the sandwich, only one egg (overcooked), 1 slice of cheese and barely any bacon or Taylor ham. Over $6 for a very lame sandwich. Hard roll even felt stale. Used to be the best place in Morris county. I'll stick with bagels. read more

F Alpha Bagels GOTO BROOKLYN BAGELS which is right around the corner DONT GO IN BEFORE 7am on Sunday!!! Arrived 10 mins early then waited a bit and saw 2 guys go in. One came out with food and thought it was ok to enter. So I go in, followed by another custome, A guy was getting his food made. As soon I get to the counter a man from the back comes out saying if the lights are off it means we are closed! Then why the F would you serve 2 ppl prior to me? So me and the guy behind me left telling him to lock the doors if he didn't want ppl in the store. F Alpha bagels goto Brooklyn Bagels which is right around the corner and they're bagels are crispier read more

Awesome bagels! Taylor and cheese is the best in the county. Service is fast and accurate, which is extremely important in this case. Cream cheese tastes good, not sure if they use salted butter. Didn't taste like it. read more

First time here ordered an egg and cheese on a plain bagel. Could use a little more egg on the bagel but overall it was good, plain bagel tasted soft warm fresh and on the sweet side. Also got a coffee which was good considering a lot of bagel shops have not so tasty coffee. Will be back again soon for their blueberry bagels :) also this place comes up as top 10 in all of NJ! read more

Alfa Bagels - Egg cheese on a plain bagel with ketchup and pepper - Bagels Near Me - Randolph, New Jersey

Best bagels in NJ.. we love this spot. No nonsense. Just really good fluffy fresh bagels

Place is really good one of the best breakfast sandwiches around and I'm from NY . Counter help a little rude but I'll allow it if the food is gooood. Good cream cheese too always soft and they pack it on . read more