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    Bagel Express

    3.5 (358 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Everything Bagel with Spread
    Ashley J.

    They have a good selection of bagels, schmears, sandwiches and more. Today I got an everything bagel with sun dried tomato cream cheese which I definitely recommend

    Plain bagel BLT with Jalapeno Cream Chesse, and egg.
    Diana G.

    The food tasted great, it was fresh and delicious! Had the French vanilla coffee to go with it and *chef's kiss* The three gentlemen were super patient, friendly and attentive. We had a table that accommodated us well while music was playing and also the tv on.

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    J F.

    Service is fast and friendly! The hometown touch and tasty coffee give those who have a moment to sit and enjoy their breakfast comfort and ease. They also have a good selection of cold drinks.

    Fresh bagel assortment! Amazing sunflower seeds bagels!
    Heather W.

    Delicious fresh warm bagels!!! My favorite currently is the sunflower seed bagel! Cant wait to try more-

    Desserts!
    Eddie M.

    Wow! Visiting NYC for my son's upcoming surgery and the hotel we're staying at recommended. NYC is know for their bagels and I see why! This place is as authentic as they come. Fresh, made to order and tasty! We tried the plain bagel LS with bacon, egg and cheese. Total we got 4 bagels, 4 hashbrowns and 2 large coffees for $34! I don't think you could get that at McDonald's. Definitely much better and clean good food! I highly recommend! Next time I'm going to try the cream cheese.

    Not enough cream cheese. 06/02/22
    Marianne W.

    Bagel Express 347 Lexington Avenue in Murray Hill was recommended to me by my barista. She lives nearby. I have had Bagel Express Bagels and Cream Cheese at another location called Bagel Express II. Their menu is reasonably priced and they meet my bagel standards. I'm not an expert. I was meeting my dear Yelp friend Jasmine from Vancouver. She's staying at a hotel nearby on vacation. I arrived early and was hungry. I was happy I was hungry because I don't have much of an appetite lately. I went ahead and ordered a Pumpernickel Bagel and Garlic Herb Cream Cheese. I found a table and pulled up chairs for Jasmine and her husband. I didn't wait and ate my bagel before they got there. This Bagel Express isn't as nice as the other location. It's long and narrow so I found seating to be uncomfortable. I also think they could put more cream cheese on the bagel. It's $5.39 so the price is good. I definitely love the taste of their pumpernickel bagel and their garlic herb cream cheese. I just hate when I have to spread out my cream cheese myself because otherwise it doesn't cover the bagel. You can see my four pieces in my photo AFTER I spread the cream cheese myself! I think I'll stick to the other location. I'm not sure if Jasmine and her husband Chris enjoyed their breakfast. I'll be waiting for her review. Being with them was the best part of the breakfast. They bought my coffee which was very good coffee.

    New Mike's on an everything bagel
    Evelyn Z.

    I love the combination of mike's hot honey with scallion cream cheese. It's the perfect sweetness with the savory flavor of the bacon, egg, and cheese. The chefs and clerk were both fast and efficient with their service. However, I find the bagel on the more expensive end. I liked how there was a wide variety of options to choose from on the menu. They have seating indoors and outdoors for their customers.

    Teresa Q.

    On our way to Grand Central Station. Great customer service, fast service and fresh food. The staff is friendly and efficient when it was busy. Great breakfast spot in Murray Hill.

    Everything Bagel with Scallion Cream Cheese, Tomato, and Avocado
    Annie C.

    Quick but not bark-in-your-face service and chill table space to eat. Not the best bagels ever but a reliable staple and lots of options.

    Cinnamon Raisin with CC. 3.25. nice chewy bagel
    Glenn C.

    Don't know why people are expecting amazing service from a bagel place early in the morning. They're fine here. Just know what you want to order. Anyway, the cinnamon raisin bagel with cream cheese was 3.25 which is fine for midtown. It was fresh and slightly chewy. It's your average bagel place. You get what you pay for and you can always go an ave down for cheaper better drinks. 3.3

    Clump of butter? Easiest thing to make. Bagel with butter and they still mess it up.

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    1 month ago

    Great bagel. Tons of options. Fresh, fast and friendly. What more can you ask for? Highly recommended

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    9 months ago

    Best bagel of my life. The everything bagel was really the best everything bagel I've ever had. Great service, conveniently located.

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    5 months ago

    Quick service, really good bagels, and a large drink variety. I enjoyed a garlic bagel and everything bagel with their garlic cream cheese

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    Dirty and rude. There are better places to try in the neighborhood. Spreads seemed like they weren't fresh.

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    4 years ago

    Incredible price, food is fresh and staff are very fast! It was a good find for us in NYC!

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    2 years ago

    The guy name is Alex every time you order the prices change and I'll order the same thing every time

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    Best bagels in all of New York! Dense and chewy - just perfect. The service is friendly and efficient.

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    NYC Bagel and Coffee House

    NYC Bagel and Coffee House

    4.6
    (108 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    This place is cute. Very New York, everyone was very friendly, had a local vibe. The cashier was…read morevery nice. I like the decor and the way they write everything on the blackboards. It's very colorful. It's also very clean and tidy. My order didn't take long. And my cashier was the one handing out the orders and he had a smile on his face. I got us whole wheat everything bagel with a fried egg, chipotle Gouda, and turkey sausage with chipotle mayo with a hash brown on the side. And when I opened the bagel open I could see the cheese from both ends of the bagel melting apart, I was in heaven. It tasted so good. And the best part was that my bagel didn't fall apart (like some places). Everything was so delicious. I was left very happy and very pleased with this place. I will be back.

    What a phenomenal find! We were looking for bagels to celebrate my team, THE NY Knicks, and we ran…read moreacross this spot. The ambiance was welcoming and festive and seeing fellow Knicks fans enjoying bagels and the many foods offered here, made this spot just right. We ordered 2 Knicks themed bagels with cream cheese and 2 plain Knicks themed bagels to go. The bagel with cream cheese was so soft and delicious. Literally melted in your mouth. Perfect texture, something NYC can proudly own about our bagels, and the cream cheese was just right! I thoroughly enjoyed it. The next day I had one of the plain bagels and it was just as fresh as the first day. Perfect texture and even more fulfilling the next day. Let's just say that the next time I'm home, I want to try more of their incredible bagels!

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    PopUp Bagels

    PopUp Bagels

    4.5
    (610 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    We visited mid-morning on a Friday and the line was fortunately short…read more INTERIOR: Small shop with limited area to wait for orders. SERVICE: Friendly. Orders completed timely. FOOD: We ordered a bag of 3 bagels-- everything, poppy seed & salt. The bagels were cute, medium sized and served warm/hot. We chose the scallion cream cheese which came in a lil container. Apparently the bagels are not made in the traditional manner, but they were still delicious with great texture and taste. We also ordered the tea (ok) and strawberry lemonade (yum). We enjoyed our bagels on the little countertop area outside. OVERALL: Definitely recommend! A different bagel experience than some other places (as in, those places where you are served bagels topped with cream cheese and other things) but we enjoyed the simplicity of the bagels and controlling the amount of cream cheese.

    Visit June 2026: I'm…read moreadmittedly not a bagel expert but when in NYC a bagel is a must. Supposedly so is eating a street hot dog but I'm not too sure on that lol. Anyways, the girls had bookmarked another bagel establishment but the line was hella long like they were giving away Knicks gear for free. Ironically another "bagel shop" search on Yelp showed PopUp Bagels was like three doors down lol. No line! That in itself was making me question but there is a PopUp in San Diego that my daughter swears by. PopUp advertised itself as "Not Famous, but known." Whether or not this bagel is better than the one store three doors up is something I cannot attest to. However I can say THIS WAS A DANG GOOD BAGEL! And it was freshly made! How do I know? It literally burned my fingers when I ripped it open! The pain was worth it. Outside, a slightly crisp texture generously coated with "Everything". Inside was a dense and chewy dough that was pliable but able to withstand the dipping and shmearing of cream cheese (which was smooth). Best I have ever had for sure but then again my most common bagel experience is the place named after a scientist where tons of bagels are sitting in bins for who knows how long. So why wasn't this a 5-star experience? One, I only ate one thing. Two, sevice and setting are "just there". Considering it wasn't busy I would expect a bit more of a welcome. To eat you're bagel you can full on just leave, sit at the three stools inside where it is super hot (bc hey they actually cook), or three stand outside. There is a little, I'll say "patio", where you can stand, eat, and true story, watch two people argue about who gets to sort through the recyclables from the neighborhood eateries. Snack and a show???? I just stood near the door and enjoyed my bagel.

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    Extra Schmear (~$7): Limited Edition Sabatino Truffle Cream Cheese
    Extra Schmear (~$7): Limited Edition Sabatino Truffle Cream Cheese
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    Everything bagel with scallion cream cheese
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    BTS - Bagel To Sandwich

    BTS - Bagel To Sandwich

    4.5
    (270 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    It was a 5 minutes walk from my hotel to BTS. My overall experience was great. They have a wide…read moreselection of bagels and cream cheese to choose from. I opted for a Jalapeno and Cheese bagle with one of their popular cream cheese spread- scallon. Additionally, I order a cloud espresso, which was good but i wish it was larger. Nonetheless, I would visit this bagel shop again durin my next visit to New York!

    If you are looking for a quintessential NYC bagel breakfast sandwich, Bagel to Sandwich (BTS) on W…read more40th is a must-visit. We stopped in around 9:30 AM on a Saturday, and the place was buzzing--a clear sign of its popularity. While it is strictly a "to-go" spot, the efficiency of the operation makes the morning rush manageable. The Logistics & Ordering The menu is expansive, spanning three screens with an incredible variety of bagel types, cream cheese flavors, meats, and cheeses. Despite the line, the ordering process was straightforward. A major plus: you have the option to have your bagel toasted before they assemble the sandwich. Our coffees were ready within 2-3 minutes, and the sandwiches followed about 10 minutes later--very reasonable given how busy they were. The Food I went with a classic Sausage, Egg, and Cheese on an Egg Bagel. * The Bagel: The egg bagel itself was phenomenal. It had that perfect, authentic texture that makes NYC bagels famous. * The Build: The sandwich was very generously portioned. Every bite was delicious, well-balanced, and exactly what you want from a hearty breakfast sandwich. The "Extras" One of the most charming and unexpected parts of BTS is their candy selection. They carry an array of nostalgic and "internet-famous" treats I didn't even realize were still in production (or existed at all!). Keep an eye out for: * Dr. Pepper Tic Tacs * Krispy Kreme Doughnut Jelly Beans * Strawberry Creams * Pickle Candy The Verdict Whether you're a local or just passing through, this is a top-tier spot for a reliable, high-quality NYC breakfast. Just be prepared for a crowd, but know that the payoff is worth the wait. If you are looking for a quintessential NYC bagel breakfast sandwich, Bagel to Sandwich (BTS) on W 40th is a must-visit. We stopped in around 9:30 AM on a Saturday, and the place was buzzing--a clear sign of its popularity. While it is strictly a "to-go" spot, the efficiency of the operation makes the morning rush manageable. The Logistics & Ordering The menu is expansive, spanning three screens with an incredible variety of bagel types, cream cheese flavors, meats, and cheeses. Despite the line, the ordering process was straightforward. A major plus: you have the option to have your bagel toasted before they assemble the sandwich. Our coffees were ready within 2-3 minutes, and the sandwiches followed about 10 minutes later--very reasonable given how busy they were. The Food I went with a classic Sausage, Egg, and Cheese on an Egg Bagel. * The Bagel: The egg bagel itself was phenomenal. It had that perfect, authentic texture that makes NYC bagels famous. * The Build: The sandwich was very generously portioned. Every bite was delicious, well-balanced, and exactly what you want from a hearty breakfast sandwich. The "Extras" One of the most charming and unexpected parts of BTS is their candy selection. They carry an array of nostalgic and "internet-famous" treats I didn't even realize were still in production (or existed at all!). Keep an eye out for: * Dr. Pepper Tic Tacs * Krispy Kreme Doughnut Jelly Beans * Strawberry Creams * Pickle Candy The Verdict Whether you're a local or just passing through, this is a top-tier spot for a reliable, high-quality NYC breakfast. Just be prepared for a crowd, but know that the payoff is worth the wait.

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    Liberty Bagels Midtown

    Liberty Bagels Midtown

    4.5
    (2.1k reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Oh wow. This is possibly the best bagel I have ever consumed in my life. I walked in and was…read moregreeted with a friendly hello. The system they have for ordering is extremely organized and efficient. Clear and friendly service. I got the classic nova with no capers on an everything bagel toasted. It came out in about 5 minutes despite there being a lot of orders ahead of me. The portions are big and the bagel is so fluffy. The ingredients tasted fresh and crisp. Definitely coming back.

    I honestly don't know what took us so long to try Liberty Midtown Bagels. We've lived in the area…read morefor years and had heard so much about it, but I think we were just too loyal to our usual bagel spots to branch out. After finally stopping in, I'm wondering why we waited eight years! I was genuinely surprised by how good the bagel and cream cheese were. We ordered a toasted jalapeño bagel with chipotle cream cheese, and it was so good. The bagel had the perfect texture, and the chipotle cream cheese was flavorful without overpowering everything. I'm not exaggerating when I say my mouth is watering just writing this review. Another thing that impressed me was how efficiently they run the line. Even when there were people waiting, everything moved incredibly fast. The staff clearly has the process down, which makes grabbing a great bagel feel easy even when they're busy. We're already looking forward to going back and trying more combinations. Liberty Midtown Bagels has officially earned a spot in our rotation!

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