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Bagels & Brews Cafe

4.2 (37 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Art C.

This small spot has been serving bagels and more for many years, and did a nice job serving me a toasted Everything Bagel with cream cheese today. My first visits were back when it was Brooklyn Bagel & Deli and I was happy to learn the same owners are back offering not only bagels but also breakfast and lunch sandwiches. Determining the chewiness of the bagel was more than I wanted to tackle this morning, I just enjoyed my food. Whether boiled of steamed, it was an excellent snack on my way to Costco. I love the saltiness and seeds, the bagel was easy to eat, and the cream cheese a cool and welcome addition. As I mentioned, the place is small with four tables and a few counter seats inside. Parking is available right outside the door and there was a table or two outside. The place was clean and had a pleasant feel. While I was there, I watched a steady stream of customers placing orders or picking up orders placed online, some recognized by the person behind the counter and addressed by name. I love locally owned popular businesses with repeat customers. Yet it was never so busy that there was much of a wait.

Cheddar everything bagel.

Fresh made to order bagel sandwiches, great chicken salad, nitro cold brew coffee. Great place for breakfast or lunch. Family run business that puts in the effort with fresh ingredients to make a great sandwich.

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Patricia L.

The past 4 years we've had 3 Bagel Shops at this location. The neighborhood was anxiously awaiting for the opening to check out the shop under its new ownership. Visually and atmospherically, not much has changed from the previous owners. When I stopped in, there were just two other customers and a few employees -- I'm sure that'll pick up once snowbird season rolls back around. My order was simple: an Everything Bagel, scooped, toasted WELL, with Scallion Cream Cheese. Unfortunately, the execution missed the mark. The outer crust of the bagel was decent, but the bagel overall was tough and lacked the chew you'd expect from a true New York-style bagel. Also worth noting: there was a very heavy hand with the salt on the seasoning -- not ideal for anyone watching their sodium intake. The scallion cream cheese did have fresh scallion pieces, but the base cream cheese had a sharp, almost metallic aftertaste. Oddly enough, it tasted exactly the same as it did back when it was Brooklyn Bagels -- which wasn't great then, either. As for the toasting? Not even close to well toasted, which was disappointing considering it's such a basic request. I'm hopeful that as the new owners settle in, they'll start to put their own stamp on the place and raise the quality. This area desperately needs a proper New York bagel shop, and with a few key improvements, The Bagels & Brews Cafe could become that go-to spot.

Jalapeño cheese bagel with jalapeño cream cheese
Selina S.

Yummy bagels!! I have been seeing this place be mentioned in lots of different tik Tok videos and I figured it was time for me to try it. I got a jalepeno cheese bagel, double toasted with jalapeño cream cheese. This is the first place in Sarasota to take me seriously when I ask for it double toasted, the cheese was melted on the bagel and there was a nice crisp to the bread. The bagel was delicious and the cream cheese portions were generous! Great value and came out super quick! I will definitely be back. The workers were very friendly and a nice vibe to start your Monday off with.

Everything Bagel with cream cheese
Robert M.

I was told this was the former Brooklyn Bagel owners. Use to frequent them all the time. Place looked very clean with great customer service with everyone working together. Very underwhelming on the bagels. I am not a fan when there is enough cream cheese for three bagels. Today there wasn't even enough for 1/2 bagel at this point. If you enjoy a tough bagel this is for you maybe it will be better when toasted. Usually can knock out several bagels in one sitting today O ate just a little more than half and threw it away. Fresh bagels I am not a fan of toasting. Not even sure they are made on premise like they did in the past. They said they were fresh but did not seem to be that fresh. Like they were made last night and brought in. May have been an off day. Toasted the bagel next day just not a fan of this bagel

Rory B.

Attentive staff and a consistent product. Our go-to for bacon /egg/cheese on a bagel. Priced fairly. A must do-drop-in !

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I had the western bagel and it was delicious! The muffin was the best muffin I ever had. Not exaggerating at all, seriously, it was so soft inside. Perfect muffins! The coffee was pretty good as well. The workers were very attentive and they were all so sweet.

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Reviews are largely positive. People praise the bagel quality, noting their flavor and authentic chewy texture. The friendly staff and variety of menu options also stand out, and the café is clean and welcoming.

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Highly recommended local spot. Food is great, clean inside, orders come out fast and the staff is wonderful.

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Great bagels! Great food! And great service! And the store is very well presented, super clean.

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What sold us was on our initial visit being greeted by Lisa. Great food service and ambience. Their reward program is also very decent.

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Bagels up to the standard of fresh out of a plastic bag from any market in town. Definitely nothing like Buddy's' quality or flavor!

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HIGHLY RECOMMEND! We accidentally found this cute little…read moreplace as we were looking for breakfast our first day on vacation on Anna Maria Island. Initially, we thought it was just a bagel place. But what a WONDERFUL SURPRISE this place turned out to be!!! It really should be named "Mama's Delicious Food". Because this lady is amazing! She's run this business for 30 years! And has the most delicious food! I ordered cranberry walnut pancakes and she put some fresh bananas and strawberries on the side. The cranberries tasted so fresh. It was positively delicious! My husband had what he claimed "the best omelette ever". It was just a ham and cheese omelette but it was HUGE! He couldn't even finish it!!! I'm telling you.... We will definitely be back before our vacation is over. And we are telling everyone to go there!!!! And the staff - so kind, so nice, I can't say enough good things about this place!!!!!

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Final Day, Stop 1: Foccacia…read more 9.2/10 I made it! You demanded, I went. So glad to have made it! It's a small store front with counter and table seating. Chef Nick greets me and walks me through the menu. Talented and incredibly nice guy, more later. I get a cup of Tomato Bisque as I'm a soup fiend, 1/2 Chicken Marsala Sandwich (Open Face, Today's Special), and 1/2 Prime Rib. First, the Tomato Bisque. Done with San Marzano tomatoes, cream, herbs, and Basil Oil to finish, this is flavor to the max. It's hot, rich, creamy, mildly sweet, savory.. absolutely love for a hot day believe it or not! Next, the Chicken Marsala Sandwich. What you're seeing is a 1/2 portion!!! This was epic! Served open faced, beautifully cooked and tender chicken, roasted mushrooms, crispy onions, foccacia, and a marsala sauce you could pour on a shoe and it would be amazing! This thing was absolutely incredible and such a great bite!!! Incredible bread but who are we fooling?!? Best Foccacia I've ever eaten. It was today only, so I'm sorry, but maybe it will be back? I hope for y'all sake it is! Last was the 1/2 Prime Rib Sandwich with Au Jus. Again, Bread? Insane, light on it's feet, seasoned, airy, savory, buttery, just perfect! Meat, for my taste was well seasoned, but slightly over cooked. We are splitting hairs here folks. We all like different temps on meat. The horseradish was good, but slightly strong hence the slight knock in score. Au Jus? On point. I'll have 7 shots please bartender. Still a fantastic sandwich and I'd order it again instantly as it was moist, tender, and packed with flavor. Chef Nick chatted me up and he shared how much you all mean to him. Your support is what keeps them going. His team is a delight to be around and watch work. Chef Nick as a person, couldn't ask for a more humble, personable, or creative guy. Kudos Chef. A sandwich shop that out of towners should come to because it kicks your city's sandwich shop's butt ..but in a nice way.

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