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    4.4 (461 reviews)
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    Smoked Salmon Bagel
    Srinanda G.

    Worth the hype!!! Got the smoked salmon bagel and I really liked it. Def was a lot more filling than I expected and ended up saving the rest for later. Thought the topping to bagel ratio was perfect. There was a bit of a line but it moves along pretty fast.

    Bagel with cream cheese and tomato
    Ailun H.

    The first time I had Apollo Bagels last June at their Williamsburg location, it genuinely changed my life. The sesame bagel with cream cheese and tomato was phenomenal. The tomatoes were insanely sweet and juicy, perfectly seasoned, and the bagel itself had that loud, crispy crunch in every bite. My friend and I went to this Apollo Bagels location this past Sunday for lunch. There was a short line, but we ordered and received our bagels within 20 minutes. Fortunately, we found a spot next to the door to enjoy them. BAGEL WITH CREAM CHEESE AND TOMATO - 7 While there was still sparks, there was no fireworks this time. It didn't quite have the same magic as the first time. The bagel was still perfectly crispy, but the tomatoes just weren't as good. They're probably not in season, which made a noticeable difference. BAGEL WITH SMOKED SALMON, CREAM CHEESE, CAPER, RED ONION, DILL - 15 This was was pretty mediocre. The salmon was a bit plain, not really smoky or buttery, and overall it tasted like something I could easily make at home. Still a solid spot with one of the best bagels I've had in NYC. I'll have to buy a half dozen to bring home during my next trip.

    Bagel with whitefish
    Bryan K.

    I always thought bagels were just decent--not something I'd go out of my way for or consider a must-stop while food touring. This place completely changed my mind. I couldn't believe I went back twice. The prices are unbelievably fair, especially compared to other spots that tend to overcharge. The portions are excellent--it really feels like the chef is working magic. I'll be coming back every time I visit New York. Easily one of the best meals I've had in NYC.

    Alisa J.

    Loved the bagel. So fluffy and good texture. The salmon isn't the best quality salmon ever. But the tomato bagel was definitely worth the hype and delicious. Service was very quick and line moved quickly as well.

    Lox Bagel (IG: @tastyonlakeshore)
    Megan K.

    Went to Apollo on Thursday around 11am, there was no line. Ordered right away and we got our food in less than 10 minutes! The staff was very friendly and a bit on the chattier side which is awesome (: Ordered the lox everything bagel with scallion cream cheese (which was worth the upgrade as it added to the taste). The ratio of toppings to bread was ideal, so the flavor and texture profile was quite balanced. The fish was very fresh, not slimy whatsoever. I was honestly surprised by the capers they used too! I can tell they were very top quality. The fresh dill on top also tied everything together amazingly. The bagel itself was lightly toasted on the outside with a puffy yeasty center. It had a slight crunch when bit into.

    Bagel with smoked salmon, cream cheese, caper, red onion, dill
    Jocelyn L.

    I had just eaten Thompson St. Bagels with my friends, and while walking around that area in East Village, we stumbled upon Apollo Bagels. There was a huge line, of at least 50 people, waiting outside on the sidewalk. At that time, I couldn't stomach another Lox Sandwich for my short 3-day trip in NYC. But I vowed that next time I came to NYC, I would return, as the Yelp pictures looked amazing. So I came back this time with my husband, and there was literally no line outside. What happened?! There was a small line inside of 5 people, I probably waited 5 mins line to order. It maybe took another 6-7 mins to receive my order. I got the Smoked Salmon bagel with the dill, capers, and red onion. I ordered the sesame bun, which was nicely toasted. It comes out cut already, served open-face in the to-go box provided. It was good, but I can't say it was amazing. The smoked salmon on the bagel was just a thin layer too, not much. The bagel was nicely toasted though, nice and hot. Overall, even though it was a good lox, I felt disappointed that it wasn't better, after all that anticipation. I really need to stick to my favorite, Russ & Daughters, for my next trip to NYC and wanting a good Lox.

    Plain bagel with smoked salmon, dill, capers, cream cheese, and red onion
    Briana N.

    Not too much of a line when you go in the afternoon!! The bagels here are definitely crispier than your normal bagel, which I love. But there definitely are times when I'm craving the breadier chew. I wish I was hungrier, I definitely would have tried the whitefish which im always a sucker for. But I went for the scallion cream cheese and tomato instead, and ended up loving the tomato more than I thought I would.

    Smoked Salmon Bagel
    Crystal Z.

    Ambiance - prepare to be in line outside, small space inside to order/to wait for your order, benches outside to sit/eat Service - staff was speedy with preparing the order Food - smoked salmon bagel was amazing (everything bagel was crisp & chewy, smoked salmon also wasn't too salty & rich in flavor)

    White Fish
    Ruthy G.

    I came here with a big group. We came on a Saturday. It was about a 25 minute wait out the door. Lox bagel was good Whitefish bagel was SUPER GOOD fresh squeezed orange juice was delicious but overpriced (but classic) People were kind & some of them were very cute ;) lol Can't wait to go back!!

    Tomato Bagel
    Megan W.

    Came here on a very chilly day one Saturday, line was about 20 min and once I ordered took about 3 more min. There wasn't a ton of places to eat inside but more outside, just a little cold depending on the wether. I got a tomato and regular cream cheese on an everything bagel (my typical order to judge different bagel places against each other) and this was incredible. The flavors were so good. The main downside is it's a pretty limited menu but if they have what you want and you don't mind a wait I highly recommend

    Betsy S.

    If you're looking for the "it" bagel in NYC right now, this is it. Apollo Bagels is a very hip, minimalist spot in the East Village, and yes--it is definitely crowded! Expect a line, but it moves fairly quickly and the payoff is worth it. We kept it classic with our order: Everything Bagel with Lox, Cream Cheese, and Tomato: The bagel itself is incredible--perfectly chewy with a sourdough tang. The lox was fresh and the tomato added that perfect juicy crunch. Bagel with Cream Cheese and Tomato: Simple, but you can really taste the quality of their ingredients when it's not hidden under a million toppings. The vibe is very "downtown NYC," and even with the crowds, we enjoyed the experience very much. If you're a bagel purist, you have to add this to your list! Apollo is unique because they don't use commercial yeast; they use a sourdough starter. It is definitely a bagel that you have to chew which is definitely positive! Soft as well! I could've split this bagel with my daughter but she wanted her own!

    Retna S.

    This is my favorite bagel in NYC. The bagel is sourdough based that makes it special. Nice crust with chewiness of the sourdough. I bought the smoked salmon there to make the sandwich at home. The smoke salmon with capers is their popular sandwich. I highly recommended it. Staff members are nice and friendly. I came there early so there was no line. The staff said that it would be busier later.

    Ivy T.

    Apollo bagels was very high on my list of spots to try in New York! I've heard some mixed reviews from people saying that the bagels were too hard, but mine was perfect. The outside was very crunchy but the inside still doughy (if you wait to eat it definitely does get harder). I got lox on an everything bagel. Perfect ratio of lox and cream cheese, and the toppings were very fresh. No seating inside aside from some bartops to stand at, but there are a few benches outside.

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    I got the everything bagel with scallion cream cheese with the tomato and it truly blew my tastebuds away.

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