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Bagels on the Square

3.7 (508 reviews)
InexpensiveBakeries, Bagels
Closed 6:00 am - 5:00 pm

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So good.
Muz D.

I had all of the so-called top bagel places in New York on my list to hit. But I was trying to do too much in two and a half days which is impossible in this beautiful city. So I just counted my losses and said the next time I came I would do the bagel thing. And low and behold......... Right next door to Joe's Pizza was this place. Maybe I'm not a bagel expert but I don't understand how they only got three stars. They had at least eight different kinds of spreads. And they were diverse. From the savory to the sweet. They had at least a dozen different kind of bagels. They had three kinds of salmon that looks so good. These guys had a full menu of everything. Pretty good customer service which is hard to find in the city. Every place you go is like hurry up and go dude. Lol. I finally got my salmon bagel it didn't look as pretty as the place I wanted to visit with all the nice dill and makings that I wanted but it was definitely good enough. I brought the spread home and got so much cool points for my mom. So the other bagel spots must be perfect because they sure felt like it. I think I'm almost an official New Yorker. Lol. I cannot wait to get back to the city.

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Brigette K.

Nice place for a bagel sandwich. I got the bagel with egg, cheese and sausage and my bf got the same except with bacon. It was fast and easy to get it ordered. Then we took it outside and sat in the park across the street. I'll be back!

The Full House

Great service! The full house bagel was great and so was the BLT. Glad we stopped by after we were in the area. Area to people watch from inside our outside

Stale everything, seasoning on 1 side only.
Phil H.

UGH! I'll get right to it. No beating around the bush here. Bagels sucked. Can I say sucked and not violated TOS? I started with an everything with cream cheese, I ordered it un-toasted cause that's the way you can truly evaluate a bagel. Toasting hides so many flaws. The bagel was or at least seemed to be stale. Hard and very difficult to chew. Yeah, that bad. Just to make sure, I went back and got a poppy with butter. Double ugh!! Barely any butter. Either they have lousy fresh bagels or they sell yesterday's leftovers. I won't even go into service(ok) or ambience (also ok) Definitely not recommended. Watch my video review on instagram @bagelmavennyc

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Jenna S.

We hadn't planned on stopping at Bagels on the Square, but when our first choice, Joe's Pizza, didn't have any slices ready, we decided to make a detour next door. It was around 10am when we walked in, and it wasn't crowded at all. There were several staff members ready to take our orders, and the menu had so many options to choose from. I have to admit, I felt a bit overwhelmed by the variety of cream cheese flavors. I know it's a New York thing, but it was new to me. Eventually, I settled on a plain bagel with scallion bacon cream cheese. The price seemed reasonable, and my order was ready in no time. We decided to take our bagels to go and found a park bench across the street to enjoy our breakfast. The bagel was tasty, but I have to say, it had a ton of extra cream cheese. I ended up wiping some of it off. I also think I could've made a better choice of cream cheese, because the flavor was just okay. It was good, but just not great.

Rachel N.

These were very sub par bagels, bagels that do not really deserve to occupy real estate in New York City. The bagels themselves were flavorless, and had the texture of bread. The inside of the store is very no frills, very much like a deli counter. The staff were really nice, but I wouldn't say this is a cute or charming spot by any means.

Matthew S.

Right next to Joe's Pizza, which I think has the best pizza in the city, so does Bagels on the Square measure up to it? The short answer is... no. Yes, the bagel is crunchy and chewy, yes it is a good size (maybe a tad too small). However, that also seems to be the problem with it. It is basic. Perhaps a little too basic. There is no real flavor to the bagel. It is rather... too plain for a plain bagel. It might as well wear a Gingham dress with flats. That is how ordinary it is. At least it is filled well. I got lox and eggs and each come through nicely, neither one overpowering the other. If you are in Washington Square, and you are torn between Joe's or this place, it is a no brainer, get the pizza.

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Great bagels, good OJ, quick service. Easy to grab on my walk to work. Go here every time I'm in NYC

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Had a everything bagel sausage and egg, cheese to go it was very good I will be back to try something else.

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Delicious bagels with a huge selection of bagels and toppings! The bagels are loaded with lots of deliciousness! Great place!

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Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4.4/5…read moreValue: 4.6/5 Came here again because we tried a couple other bagel spots and they just weren't as good. This time we got the lox bagel with scallion lox cream cheese spread, bacon egg and cheese on everything bagel, and onion bagel with chipotle scallion cream cheese. The lox bagel had so much smoked salmon which was great. My favorite, however, is still the chipotle scallion cream cheese spread. By far my favorite and just getting cream cheese makes the bagel pretty cheap compared to those sandwiches. Strongly recommend!!

I was traveling to a NYRR race and decided to grab a bagel to snack on after arriving at Port…read moreAuthority. I walked over to pick it up before hopping on the subway down to Brooklyn. The bagel was nice and fresh. Doughy on the inside and crispy on the outside. I'm giving 4 stars because there was a bit too much cream cheese for my liking and I had to try to wipe some of it off. I ordered ahead on the Doordash app so it was ready when I arrived but there was no option to add a note for light cream cheese. I didn't spend too much time inside but I noticed there was plenty of seating. There were a ton of different spreads in the case and the menus on TV screens had a decent amount of options for salads, sandwiches, and breakfast platters. Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese: 4/5

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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.

I've been waiting to try this for quite some time and on my way to work I stopped by quickly…read more Whole selections is not a lot, I still had a hard time making my selection! The staff member was helpful and patient with me. I went with the salted bagel and everything bagel. This week's schmear was spinach artichoke cream cheese and Sabatino truffle butter. I went with the butter and wasn't a bad choice. Will return to try the cream cheese!

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This spot is a must in New York! It's tiny but cute with culture, just the right amount of…read moreambiance! Service was New York friendly, lol, super speedy and accurate. The prices are just right and three of us ate with 4 beverages and tip for 65$. Not bad for New York. We had the pastrami on a plain bagel and two of the salmon specials on everything bagels. SO GOOD.

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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