I'm shocked this place doesn't have a higher overall rating -- its so good! I don't get bagels often because I hate a disappointing bagel, but after having these at a neighbor's house I knew I had found a source of truly great bagels. I stopped by and got an everything bagel and a cheddar green chili bagel, along with some jalapeño cream cheese. Both bagels were fresh, warm, and the perfect amount of chewy and soft. Both were good but the everything bagel is the winner. Their everything bagel blend is so flavorful!! Now I get why I saw it packaged for sale as a seasoning mix. I like the jalapeño cream cheese but I think their scallion cream cheese is even better. You can get bagels as is, with cream cheese or butter etc and then they have breakfast and lunch sandwiches. I'll definitely need to try one of the lunch sandwiches soon! They're in the plaza off Southern, just west of Sprouts, with plenty of parking. Open until 1 or until sold out. read more

The prospect of treating myself to a traditional cream cheese and lox bagel had me pretty excited, and so I looked this place up and realized it was in a familiar shopping center. It's the NW corner of McClintock & Sothern, which is where I go to shop at Sprouts or get my car wash at Clean Freak. Location aside, I was pretty disappointed with the bagel. One negative was the price. It cost $8 for the straightforward bagel plus cream cheese with a slice of lox, but if you stepped it up to include capers and onions it would run you $16! I opted for the $8 tier, threw in a $1 tip, got it to go, and dressed it up with capers and onions at home. It was barely flavorful. This was the cheddar jalapeño bagel, and I could barely taste it. The texture was wrong too. Not dense, no real chew, and no glossy exterior. Was this a bun with hole in the middle disguised as a bagel? In addition, the cream cheese was as dull as could be and the lox did not taste fresh or even very lox-like. I only ate half the bagel and threw the rest away. I'm adding an extra star for charm and decor, but I mostly judge a place by its food and not necessarily its aesthetic. Maybe I caught them on an off-day because it seemed pretty popular as it was somewhat busy. I just feel like a Jedi mind-trick was played on me because these were not the bagels I was looking for. read more

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Eh, not the best. Got the Western Egg, looked better than it tasted, around $9. Cute little spot but it's showing its age. Inside either gives you that warm homey feel or just needs an update, still not sure which. Lady behind the counter was super nice and talkative though, always a good sign. Favorite thing about the place is honestly just how close it is to me. Part of me thinks I ordered wrong so I'll probably be back at some point and rerate. read more

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Bizarre to me these places in AZ advertise to be as good as east coast, yet they serve you an overpriced Einstein bagel. They can't toast them, no cinnamon raisin, bottom half of the everything is essentially a plain bagel. New York would never. Fine if you don't know what an east coast bagel is. read more

Back East Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Forgot I was here about 6 years ago. Was happy to find a bagel place open at 6:00. Loved the fact this is an independent family owned business. Love the Vibe "Old Tempe." And the music. Had a sesame bagel with a slice of lox $8. You can get the whole 9 yard bagel and lox for $16 which is pretty much on par these days. Bagel was tasty and the coffee was hot. Not much else you want for a quick mellow stop. All good here. read more

Back East Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I keep coming back to this place mostly because of the location, not because it's particularly good. The staff isn't unfriendly, but they're not especially warm either. To be fair, they're usually pretty busy around lunchtime, so I've always just chalked it up to that. Overall, everything here has consistently been... fine. Not great, not terrible, just okay. They do have a wide variety of bagels, although they're often sold out of quite a few options. But this last visit really took things to another level. I ordered the "Ned the Veg" on a salt bagel. In my mind, a salt bagel meant something similar to a salted pretzel. Lightly salted, balanced, edible. What I got was a bagel completely coated in coarse salt on top. Not sprinkled. Not seasoned. Fully committed. I literally could not eat the top half of my sandwich. On top of that (pun intended), the sandwich itself was dry, and the tomato was very much not in season. Pale, flavorless, and honestly a questionable choice for something that's supposed to be a veggie-forward sandwich. I don't think I need to explain how important good vegetables are when that's the entire point. So between the salt overload, the dry build, and the underwhelming ingredients, it is time for me to find a new bagel shop. read more

It's a chill place. It has indoor and outdoor seating. The food is delicious. Bagels are soft and the cream cheese is so good. The staff is friendly. read more

Back East Bagels - Breakfast Egg Florentine - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Literally the best bagels I've ever had, no glaze. Me and my bfs mom stopped in and got the Rueben on garlic and the Turkey Tempe on onion; everything is super fresh and soft. 10/10 definitely recommend! +the store is so cute and the workers are so sweet/funny; def will be back. read more

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Enjoyed a toasted garlic bagel with veggie cream cheese. Bagel was soft and airy which was reminiscent of my NYC bagels from the past. However the garlic tasted off to me a bit. Maybe it wasn't what I remember? But it was good still. I of course ate it. Topped it with a coffee to wash all the goodness down. Service was super friendly and happy! That's always a plus in the service industry nowadays. Inside devote was retro funky with old license plates hanging all over the walls and bopping 80's music playing. It was a happy vibe for sure!! Rock on!! read more

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If you love bagels, I definitely recommend Back East Bagels for your bagel cravings. I'm a sucker for egg bagels and feel that flavor should be added and would make their breakfast sandwiches 10 times better read more

We've stopped here many times and really enjoy their bagels. If you get here mid morning, the selection is a bit more limited. They open early and are usually closed by about 1 o'clock. We haven't really found a bagel that we haven't liked. They are all super fresh and soft with the right crust. Casual atmosphere with a little bit eclectic decor. Service is a bit hit and miss. Some of the staff are amazing and friendly. We've had others that border on just plain rude. However, the food is good enough that we come back. read more

Back East Bagels 1628 E Southern Ave #2, Tempe, AZ 85282 Back East Bagels 1628 E Southern Ave #2, Tempe, AZ 85282 I recently visited Back East Bagels, and unfortunately, my experience was disappointing, primarily due to the customer service. While the bagels themselves have a good reputation, my interaction with the staff left much to be desired. I found the service to be slow and unhelpful, which detracted from the overall experience. It's frustrating when you're excited to try a new place, but the service doesn't match the quality of the food. This visit will likely be my first and last at this bagel restaurant, as I value good customer service just as much as I do quality food. read more

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Great tasty bagels! Lots to choose from! Adequate amount of cream cheese.. Service is quick and friendly.

DELICIOUS bagels! My friend grew up going to this place and only recently told me about it when I mentioned my deep appreciation for a good bagel. You can tell that they have a loyal customer base and created a laid back vibe in the store front. The service is a little slower, but isn't every place that is truly delicious? read more

Yasmin at Back East Bagels is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk in, she's welcoming, friendly, and genuinely cares about making your experience great. She's efficient, attentive, and always has a positive attitude--even when it's busy. You can tell she takes pride in her work, and it really shows. Back East Bagels is lucky to have her, and she's a big reason I'll keep coming back! read more

I have always been a person who prefers Mom and Pop shops over the big chains. I have been going to Back East Bagels for over 18 years. My number one complaint is that when you order a Toasted Bagel it NEVER has any toast or crispness they are barely warmed. I have asked numerous times for the bagel to be double Toasted even double Toasted is only a slightly warmer bagel. When I order bagels to go and NOT Toasted I can toast them at home and they are very delicious. I should NOT have take home a bagel egg, ham and cheese sandwich and have to re-toast it. Today I ordered two bagel ham and cheese sandwiches and ask for them to be EXTRA Toasted. The cashier said we will double toast it and then acknowledged they need a new toaster oven. My to go order came out and the lady repeated what I ordered Green Chili Cheddar ham and egg and a Jalapeño ham and egg sandwich. I arrived at home only to discover a Green Chili and a Everything Bagle sandwich and neither one was toasted; warm yes but visible or physically toast was not on either bagel. I went back to have the sandwich made with right bagel and again asked please make sure it is toasted towhich she replied snarkily I'll triple toast it. I paid 15 bucks for two sandwiches and tipped 5 bucks I don't think it's too much to ask for it to be made right. Long story short. Great bagels lousy toaster and staff that seems to be mad at me they did not make the order correctly. read more

Back East Bagels - High gluten - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Bagel was so fresh and so delicious!!! Very friendly staff and super cute atmosphere.

Great bagel shop really clean with an excellent menu. They're usually open till 1 pm if they haven't sold out. The menu has a wide variety of options for a bagel shop and service is generally great. read more

Back East Bagels - Back east bagels - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Good bagels as proven by the line that collects past the front door, but it does move quickly. Awesome price for a bagel and lox. I had a green chili heddar bagel with onion & chive. Loved the local vibe with all the stickers and license plate collection. Keeping this place in mind the next time I'm visiting! read more

Back East Bagels - Local vibes - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Smaller more dense compared to other bagel spots in the valley. Egg and sausage are mixed and microwaved (pre cooked) No flavor on the jalepeno cream cheese Jalepeno bagel is a more of a red pepper flake baked in and topped. Spicy but not flavorful. Out of most of the bagels (No every thing) Cream cheese (plain) is flavorless and the salt bagel (bottom) has a sourdough or egg bagel flavor Salt top is salty (duh) and crunchy. Overall we would not return as there are really great places in the valley and this one just didn't land for us. Also.. they sell out, but according to the cashier they sell out because they are short staffed so they don't make as much. read more

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I'm new to Tempe and I spent about an hour looking online for a place that serves traditional lox bagels. This is that place! Everyone working here is super friendly and helpful about suggesting what to try. The suite is physically a small place but they've managed to make it look much bigger when you walk in because of the large wall of mirrors, it really makes a small spot look huge visually. The vibe is nice, quaint, and the bagels are terrific! How often does someone make a yelp account to leave a good review? That's just how great this spot really is! If you're in the Tempe area this is a must try location for a quick bite to eat! 10/10!!! read more

Pros: -People working there were really nice -Pretty good menu variety -Bagel tasted fresh -I like the kinda grungy-license plate eclectic decor Cons: -Honestly, the bagel was kinda small and just not the best bagel I've had read more

Back East Bagels - Menu - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Nice people working there I suppose . But who warms up a bagel in a microwave wtf ! Nobody back East does this ? East from where ?! And almost 20 - 30 for 2-3 bagels . wtf ?! Do they have New York City water ?! Naaaaaaaaah Thank gawd for bongiornos bagels. West coast restaurants trying to capitalize on east coast food is pathetic , either do it exactly and provide the same quality or stop and stick to the Arizona shit . read more

Don't walk run to get some delicious bagels! I have tried a couple things here and honestly the turkey Tempe hits different every time! I also recommend trying the strawberry cream cheese on a plain bagel not because it's cute and pink but delicious as well! The team working there are quick with orders. And the place is charming and feels right out of a Pinterest board! read more

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We've gone here quite a bit recently! It's hard to find a bagel joint these days that doesn't run $6 for a cream cheese bagel... this place is very well priced and delicious. read more

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I ordered half dozen, sliced bagels this morning & they are vary in shape and size. All of them are lop sided with large hole. I am from Queens, NY & my family still lives on the East Coast. These are definitely not "back east bagels". read more

Back East Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Closed early today in case you're rubbing of going! Was starving stopped here for bagels but sadly they ran out! The employee was really nice to let me know that they ran out really fast today and before closing time so they ended up closing early. I'll have to return when they're open. read more

Back East Bagels - Closed early today.. ran out of bagels. Thanks to the employee who was closing up - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Theres a lot of mixed reviews but Bagels are great no question!!And really thats all you want from this place.

Back East Bagels is in Tempe, I keep them in my rotation of Bagel places. My husband introduced this place to me about a decade ago and they are delicious. The atmosphere is nice, there are table and chairs to relax and socialize in. Located in a good area. The staff is always nice and love the coffee there too! They also serve Bagel Sandwiches. A good place to grab a bite to eat when you're on the go! read more

Ignorant customer service. The counter guy, glasses, black hat (today). I only spend about 20$ a week. But at a $4 bagel and smear, I ordered an everything bagel. Because they only season the top of the bagels, I asked for some extra seasoning to put on the cream cheese. I was refused because he stated "they only keep it in the back." I asked if he could go in the back and was refused. Another co-worker heard my request and also did nothing. Didn't even say it would be an extra .25 for the hardship. The place is busy. However, I'll take my measly $20 to different local small businesses. read more

Yummy bagels. They're not huge, but they are tasty. Small, locally owned spot, which I will always support. Service was friendly. They had about a dozen bagel options. I got a breakfast sandwich with egg, cheese, and bacon on an everything bagel. I really liked that their everything bagels have salt flakes in them as well. Would recommend for a quick breakfast or lunch break. read more

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Tried to go in at 12 and they were closed when they have stated all over the door that they are open til 1 and says that online. Super annoying read more

I go out of my way to drive here once a week when I nanny because I love their bagels. I'm from Tucson and nowhere up here has good bagels except for back east. The staff is super sweet and I like the fast pace environment. You'll know it's good when you see the line on the weekends! Check it out read more

Back East Bagels - Cinnamon sugar bagel - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

been coming here for years, my favorite local spot for fresh bagels. sometimes feel like i'm getting away with something illegal when i go super early and score all the fresh bagels. i always get something different when i go, all delicious. this trip i got one of their lunch bagels, the Philly Pastrami on an onion bagel and it did not disappoint! also got a jalapeño bagel with plain spread, everything bagel with jalapeño spread & a dog bagel. the dog bagel unfortunately messed up my dogs tummy so i don't recommend it for senior dogs or sensitive dogs in general! love the license plate wall, mirrored wall and overall ambiance here. staff is friendly and welcoming! read more

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Have had some good experiences and like their coffee, but today I ordered a bagel with spread and received it rock hard and cold after waiting 15 minutes for my order. Loud blaring music and someone who didn't seem to know how to use a blender(likely why it took 15 minutes for our order) made it an unpleasant environment to be in. When we received our drinks they told us they have no straws and to try going to a closed chicken restaurant 6 stores over. Extremely disappointed to have such an impactful bad experience at a place I used to look forward to visiting. Likely will not return read more

I love me a good bagel, as does my boyfriend. He took me here in February because he enjoys this spot, and I liked the bacon-egg-n-cheese bagel sandwich I got. I got the garlic bagel, which was not too overwhelming in flavor, and so dense and delicious. The orange juice tasted so fresh as well. For two bagel sandwiches and two orange juices, it was probably around $25. Not too bad, in this day and age. Then we went back this past weekend, and I was so disappointed. The first visit's sandwich was quite packed with bacon, and this most recent visit, I had such minimal bacon bits that it was as if I had no bacon in it. Also, the first time, the bacon was a bit crispy, and this last time it was not cooked as well. My sandwich was prepared sloppily in comparison to my boyfriend's, and unevenly aligned. This was disappointing, especially since my boyfriend would frequent this establishment. The place itself is cool with all the license plates on the wall and it does get very busy with a line out the door (but goes pretty fast), but I wish the food was consistent. read more

Back East Bagels - Breakfast Egg, Meat and Cheese - Bagels Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Oof, they microwave everything, kind of wack, you should actually cook the food, that's not "back east"

The worst bagel shop I've ever been to not only have they made their bagels smaller They charge you for toasting them really. We'll never go here again read more

If you're looking for fresh, delicious bagels, this local gem is the spot! They make their bagels fresh daily, so get there early before they sell out--but don't worry, they'll be fully stocked again the next day. Beyond the bagels, the whole vibe is worth the visit. From walls decorated with a collection of license plates to the hip, friendly staff and always-on-point music, this place has character. Skip the corporate BS and check it out--you're going for the experience and the food! read more

Had a 73$ order and they told me they don't take $100 bills. Make it make sense. Don't waste your time coming here lol