The place seems to operate as a well-oiled machine. They are efficient and fast. Vibes are like a typical bagel shop. When I moved 45 minutes away from favorite bagel shop, this filled the void. Good local bagel spot! read more

Bagels & Beans - Assortment of bagels - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Union, New Jersey

I came to this restaurant just before noon on Sunday and there was plenty of traffic inside the store. I did find it very unusual that there were no menus posted, and no menus available to look at. It was pretty much pick whatever you want and order it. They were able to accommodate my choice of grilled chicken with lettuce and onion. Upon first glance, the bagels are smaller than I'm used to. They're not quite mini bagels, but they're definitely not the same size as most bagel shops. Despite that, the sandwich was delicious. The blueberry bagel I ordered tasted like a regular New Jersey style bagel. The grilled chicken breast was loaded on the sandwich and everything else I asked for was exactly as ordered. I loved the addition of a side macaroni salad, and a pickle. Both were at no additional cost. Thumbs down to the surcharge on use of credit card (I didn't see the sign about the fee posted but may have missed it). Overall, it was a good experience. I wouldn't go out of my way to visit again, but I would stop by if I was in the area. read more

Great bagel shop with lovely staff. Some solid bagel choices and breakfast options, but they are limited in making sandwiches out of these bagels. Plenty of parking in this strip mall. read more

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We ordered two dozen bagels and spreads for a Rotary Club of Union meeting and they were delicious! Jim was able to accommodate my requests and was a true pleasure to work with. One of our members is not from Union but she stated she will come to Union to get more bagels from Bagels and Beans. Thank you for your food and service! read more

This is a nice vibe for a strip mall bagel shop! They have plenty of dine in seating and will bring your order to you at the table which is nice. Service was speedy and friendly too. Iced coffee was a highlight! Perfectly light and sweet like requested and very strong which is always a plus. For food I went with a wrap with egg, cheese, turkey bacon and tomato. The wrap was hearty and filling. My only complaint is that I wish the cheese was melted. Still delish though! I was in the area for an appointment and was glad to find a nice spot for a quick breakfast. They also had a solid selection of bagels and they looked super doughy and delicious. read more

Bagels & Beans - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Union, New Jersey

This bagel shop is such a nice stop for a quick bite to eat. Their bagel selection has a large variety of different flavors and they even have lunch specials! You can order to eat-in, as they have a small seating area, or takeout with ease since the location is within a strip parking lot. The service here is super friendly and definitely fits with the cozy vibe you get from being inside the shop. It feels like you're inside a warm living room (lol) I typically order the NJ staple -- bacon, egg & cheese, salt, pepper, ketchup on a warm bagel. I also like to get an everything bagel with cream cheese on the side to either snack on or save for later. Overall, this place is definitely worth checking out. read more

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Went here for the first time, ordered an everything bagel with vegetable cream cheese, and an orange juice. The staff were very friendly, the restaurant was clean, they had ample seating and the bagel was fresh and tasted great. read more

I have been going to this place since it opened, and consistently it's great! But I keep running into an issue with my order and it irks me. They keep adding Ketchup to my sandwich when I'm not asking for it, AND when I say No Ketchup...they still do it! I don't know why, I even did a hand gesture today to indicate no ketchup, it still happened. Their French Toast bagel is delicious btw 100% recommend. I just wish they'd get my order right, I hate ketchup on my Taylor Ham Egg & Cheese :( read more

Bagels & Beans - Taylor ham egg & cheese on an everything bagel - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Union, New Jersey

Was craving bagels and decided to stop by here on the way back from Newark. It's super busy so you'll probsy have to wait depending on what time/day you go but definitely worth the wait. They have a selection of bagels with different types of cream cheeses. The jalepeno cheddar is a win!!! It has pieces of real cheddar and jalepeno and you can definitely taste the spice. I also recommend a sweet bagel, the French toast bagel paired with strawberry cream cheese was great!! I'll definitely be back! read more

Was craving a bagel and found this place close by on Yelp! I walked in to a friendly homey vibe, seemed to be filled with regulars . I asked for a menu to see their selections which they didn't have- which threw me off a little. But I was able to look at their glass case of bagels and make a selection for a blueberry bagel with cream cheese. I do wish I had some sort of basic menu because I didn't realize they had lox and a variety of cream cheeses until I had already ordered. I also wish they'd asked if I wanted it toasted (it wasn't) but the bagel itself was delicious, slight crisp on the outside as you bite in and soft and chewy on the inside. Also had a generous amount of fluffy cream cheese. The blueberry bagel also didn't have real blueberry bits in but it was purple which was interesting! It was amazingly cheap! I got 3 bagels (one with cream cheese) and a coffee for just 5.50! read more

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Rock solid bagels. I got mine early and they were nice and fresh. The outer layer is nice and crispy with a nice soft inside...everything you want in a quality bagel. Friendly staff. read more

Your website says you close at 3 but I've went several times at 1:30, or even 12:30 and you were locking the door. The employee just shoot that look through the glass like "oh well". Not a good business strategy to be unreliable for your community. The food is mediocre and the service is unfriendly. Hope you guys can figure it out. It's really unfortunate since it's a great location. read more

this was my first time trying this sandwich and it's soooooo good. OMG I'm from NYC and whenever I'm in Jersey at my cousins house I will be coming here. They didn't have capers but I added my own. The staff was so FRIENDLY they answered all my questions seeing as to how this was my first time trying Lox. Everything about the sandwich was delightful and delicious. read more

Bagels & Beans - Nova Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Union, New Jersey

Bagels are the best in Union. Stop playing with these other bagel shops, it's only this one that's worth going to

The bagels here were super delicious. Some were softer than others, so next time I will definitely be sure to ask for a set of fresh bagels but overall they all were great. I ordered a dozen of assorted types: plain, blueberry, everything, salt, honey wheat, the list can go on. Even with the over 7 flavors I tried, there are at least 10 I still have to go. They also have food beyond bagels which I was salivating over as people picked up their orders. Things like egg sandwiches, smoke salmon, ahh the list goes on. I think that everything was priced great (except for the cream cheese). I'll definitely be back! read more

Excellent bagel shop. Great service. Fresh bagels. Boars head cold cuts for delicious sandwiches. read more

Bagels & Beans - White fish salad on bialy. Delicious - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Union, New Jersey

Disgusting food and service The bagels are good Everything else is disgusting Even the coffee os bad The cook quits every week They should stick to just selling plain bagels. read more

This place used to be good, I just left w 3 plain bagels , not toasted as the lady took my order and after 15 minutes later ... Really ....they need to go back to basic or just close ...so sad read more

Bagels and Beans is pretty much a neighborhood staple for breakfast- you can see that when you line up on a Saturday morning, and the line wraps almost out the door. They have a pretty standard variety of bagels (everything bagels, egg bagels, sesame, and even some more creative ones such as a French toast bagel) They also have a pretty standard variety of sandwiches. I've had many, many, MANY bacon egg and cheese sandwiches from this place. Their iced coffee is pretty good as well. They have a small seating area inside the restaurant, as well as having two tables outside. Some of the staff is friendly, while some of them are a little bit cold, however that is probably attributed to the fact that they are such a busy establishment. All in all, the food is solid. It can definitely get a little bit pricy at almost $5 a sandwich, but you'll be pretty happy afterwards. read more

Bagels & Beans - Bacon egg and cheese, sausage egg and cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Union, New Jersey

Very rude customer service sucks. I went in looking to see what I wanted and not one worker acknowledged me to take my order

Walking into this place feels like home! Always a warm welcome and customer care is a top priority here! Even at its busiest of times I never feel like I'm forgotten or treated with any less respect! Bagels are absolutely delicious and their specialties are always a surprise! read more

Bagels & Beans - Bacon egg and cheese on a egg everything bagel with salt pepper and ketchup - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Union, New Jersey

These happen to be the best bagels I have EVER had. They were so fresh, soft, and buttery. I picked up half a dozen bagels to take home a prepare myself, and by the time I got home- even after making two stops before, and they were STILL warm. The gentleman that took my order set gave my daughter a mini bagel to eat right away- that made her so happy. These bagels don't even need to be toasted or topped they are just that edible and ready to eat. Will definitely be back. read more

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I was in the area and originally was going to Manhattan bagel but the line was insane. As I'm sitting at the light I notice a sign that says Bagels. This little hole in the wall next to where the old block buster used to be. Order a THEC with ketchup and asked him to scramble the egg . Paid $4.06 which is super inexpensive in comparison to what I pay else where. My sandwich was not only hearty with meat and fluffy egg but that bagel was sooo good! If I lived closer this would be a regular spot for me. Highly recommend to everyone! #SupportLocalBusiness read more

Best bagels in the area however if you are trying to call in an order you have a 50% chance of someone answering the phone.

I stopped by Bagels & Beans for the first time with my husband this past weekend because it was recommended to us by someone that we know and lives nearby. As soon as you walk in, you can tell it's very "old school". We placed our orders at the counter, and even though there were about 10 people working on the orders, I had to wait at least 10-15 minutes for our orders to be ready. The person who took my order must've been new. She was very friendly, but when I asked her if they made lattes, she had to ask another worker before she answered my question. Also, she didn't know what an apple turnover was. :\ The egg sandwiches that we ordered were very good. My rating for Bagels & Beans is more for the sandwiches. I enjoyed that my bagel tasted like a NYC bagel. For those who are from NYC - if you know, you know. *wink* However, the coffee was DISGUSTING! It tasted like the way the coffee smells from the street carts all over Manhattan. I even asked my husband to taste it and he didn't like it either. Also, the apple turnover was stale. If I come back, it will only be for an egg sandwich. I will get my latte elsewhere. There are plenty of other coffee shops nearby where they know what a latte is. read more

Great spot, our favorite. Best bagels in the neighborhood, for miles. Great flavor and texture. But, whenever I get something from the bald guy in glasses, it's never right. Btw, he could smile. We always have to check the order with him. read more

My last review was due to poor customer service but honestly they've improved so yay! read more

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Bagel itself was good, but strawberry cream cheese was extremely dyed and processed. There are no actual strawberries in it so I assume it is mostly just concentrated flavoring. Cashier was rude and also tried to short change me. read more

Bagels & Beans - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Union, New Jersey

Unprofessional nasty attitudes and coffee tasted burnt Also overpriced Won't be back read more

Love Bagels & Beans... been a regular since it opened and won't go anywhere else. Very friendly, always give my girls mini bagels when I bring them in with me. Great tasting bagels and love their veggie cream cheese. read more

Union has lots of bagel stores. More than you think. Even the bagels at Stop and Shop are good. Bagels and Beans is the best in town unless you're into really big, heavy bagels. If so I would suggest bagel store on Morris Ave. read more

This was my 4th attempt of finding a good bagel joint by my job. I can finally say, I found my spot ! Pulled up to find a few elderly couples sitting outside at the tables set up enjoying some coffee. I was greeted instantly with smiles. Not sure whether the owner was in the mix but either way, it was very welcoming and clear they were regulars. I walked in and viewed the bagels. They all looked perfectly seasoned and smelled delicious. Got my usual with cream cheese and was shocked when I paid under 2$. I was happy to tip the change of my 5$. One bite one score... 8 out of 10. So soft in the middle with good exterior crunch (lightly toasted) good brand of cream cheese. I was extremely satisfied and can't wait to go back one day for lunch. The tuna salad looked delicious. I was almost jealous when the man behind me ordered it. read more

Can't win with this place- last week I was shorted 3 bagels when I ordered a dozen to go. To me it's not that hard to count to 12. Today I ordered a TEC on a roll, asked for only one egg. The sandwich was one egg (correct) but 2 of the thinnest slices of Taylor Ham ever. What a shame. Seriously. People try and help small business but receive subpar products. Last time using this "business"... read more

I usually LOVE these bagels. They are big, doughy and soft and a lot of times warm, too. I went in today to get bagels for my family and I have to say I was so disappointed. The worker that helped me seemed annoyed at her job. Then I asked for an extra bagel and one of the guys goes in with his bare hands and grabs it. First, without COVID that's wrong, but WITH COVID it's not acceptable. I told her I didn't want that bagel anymore and she wasn't sure if she should put it back in the bin so she puts it next to the register. But no apology or anything. Finally, I get home and the bagels are rock hard, tough and flat. Plus, one of them was half burnt. I'm talking black. I was sad because I truly usually love this place, but now I'm hesitant to go back. read more

I've been going here for years. They always skimped on the Taylor Han but now they are charging almost 5 for a sandwich. When manhattan bagel I can get at least 4 slices for the same price on my sandwich. This was the last straw, I received 2 slices that are barely visible. read more

Bagels & Beans - Barely any meat - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Union, New Jersey

This company really has gone down hill. All of the decent people that worked there have left and went else where Jamie Lisa Nicole all left for some reason now all of the new workers never get your order right my food was burnt no one understand how to take orders what a shame. I did enjoy going there. read more

The bagels are good, however they are usually very understaffed. I always wait more then 10 minutes to be served and unfortunately they usually get my order wrong. This is the 3rd time they put ketchup on a breakfast sandwich when I clearly ask for no ketchup. Another place I am taking off my list in Union. It's a shame because I really want small business' in the area to thrive, however I don't have money to waste. Owner is an awesome guy, I'd imagine the quality of staff is the issue here. read more

The bagels made at Bagels and Beans are as good as the best in NYC and by far the best I've ever had in Jersey and the staff couldn't be nicer. Be warned -- they close at 3:00. Stressful racing up Chestnut street at ten to three with so many Union cops out there stalking speeders but these bagels are hauntingly good. read more

The bagels here are some of the best I've ever had. They're big, chewy, dense and delicious!! We unfortunately moved away from the area so they're no longer local. I've been hunting for something comparable in my new town and everything kind of falls short... I always compare to a B&B Bagel and nothing has come close yet read more

GREAT bagel place. Their bagels are so fresh and they have a good variety of cream cheese. This kind of place is hard to come around. The staff is super friendly and the menu is probably anything you could ask for at a "bagels & beans" place. Definitely worth trying.. and to keep coming back to. I'll even throw in that they have a lot of choices in their fridge- from snapples to milk to mash. read more