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    4.8 (312 reviews)
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    Seoul Meets Bagel (SMB)
    Vivian L.

    Phenomenal sandwich! The meat is really flavorful - the marinade is great. The bagel is also really nice and fluffy. Huge portion. Great service as well, I didn't meet Ben but the other workers were very nice. I tried Ben's balls which were very good - good portion of meat inside. There's seating but no bathrooms but I wouldn't expect that from a deli-style place anyway. I will definitely be back when I'm in the area!

    DAPS - Pork Sandwich
    Theodosios C.

    Sandwich. EXCELLENT. Devoured a larger than expected DAP Sandwich featuring tender, spicy Pork , melted Mozzarella, grilled Onions and Jalapeños, all elevated by the satisfying crunch of Kimchi in what ranks as one of the BEST Sandwiches I've ever had. RECOMMEND.

    Bulgogi Beef Sandwich with cheese and gochujang
    Scott S.

    On a day of exploration we started in Astoria. Went to Between the Bagel for the first time to try the Bulgogi egg and cheese sandwich. While we waited we were treated to a Korean rice ball with bulgoggi inside called "Ben's Balls". Fantastic starter with gochujang sauce. We split the bagel as it was massive. So good but very messy. Never had bulgoggi on a bagel before but this was something I want more of. Tiny spot. Found street parking. No bathroom so if you need one Paris Baguette across the street but you have to buy something to get the code. Definitely returning here to eat this again.

    Ben's Balls.  (Sorry only pic I had)
    Ro Z.

    The owner Ben is the funniest and friendliest cafe owner I've ever met!!! He is really what brings the place to life and keeps people coming. The Korean and American breakfast fusion foods are so unique and delicious. He also has A LOT of vegetarian options which is a relief for people like me :). The veggie Seoul meets bagel sandwich is a must try!!! Also Ben's Balls (yes that's what it's called) is incredible. He will usually have complimentary banana pudding for everyone at the front counter and he'll give you a treat to snack on while you wait. 1000000/10. Despite all the change and gentrification that is happening to Astoria, he is keeping it grounded and it's a breath of fresh air. MUST TRY!!! YOU WONT BE DISAPPOINTED!!!

    Seoul Meets Bagel (SMB)
    Elizabeth S.

    This place has great bagels (the Seoul Meets Bagel and Dank Ass Pork), great balls, and great vibes. The owner is always here when I go, and he's very fun. The stand out for me is the kimchi rice balls (aka Ben's Balls) that you get with your bagel. Ben also commonly brings out free food as an added bonus (if you get lucky) - brown sugar cinnamon cake, bagel chips, banana pudding. Pro tip: I usually bring a water bottle here since they don't offer water unless you get a bottle.

    JT T.

    Had to try out the Seoul Meets Bagel which consists of beef bulgolgi, egg, cheese, kimchi, and gochujang mayo on a bagel! It's a massive bagel with a ton of flavor from the bulgolgi and definitely more of a meal than it is just an early breakfast sandwich. While I did enjoy it very much, I will say the flavor from the bulgolgi over powers all the other elements of the sandwich. Everything else got drowned out from the beef. Still enjoyed it, and will definitely grab another one if I'm in the area!

    Seoul meets bagel
    Felipe W.

    The first thing I want to point out is the wrapping - it was beautifully wrapped and made the bagel nice and cozy. Second thing I want to point out is the portion - the portion of egg, meat and cheese to the bread is perfect. I loved the amount in between the bagels (lives up to the name, heh). My friend calls it a burger but I call it a great bagel. The bulgogi egg cheese burger was fantastic, and so were the kimchi rice balls - all the flavor is amazing and I want to come back for sure. Amazing and kind service, you can feel the love even when you order take-out.

    Bacon egg and cheese
    Brett N.

    Why 5 stars? Because this was my first meal of my trip and arguably my favorite. --- --- --- I told my friend and former Yelp Queens Community Manager to take the wheel and I didn't ask any questions. I was visiting NYC for 3 days and was going to spend most of that time in Queens. So he proceeded to send me a collection of 63 of his favorite Queens eateries. I ended up eating at about 7 of them, which might seem like a terrible ratio, but to be honest, I'm pretty proud of that number. It all started with Between the Bagel - my first stop after stepping out of LGA. And it's hard to I definitively had a better meal in the next three days than the Seoul Meets Bagel aka SMB. It was near perfect. An everything bagel with bulgogi beef, egg and cheese? Each bite made me wonder why this isn't a thing at more places. And the owner was so funny. When we told him I came all the way from Houston to eat here, he could not have been less impressed, and quickly pointed out that someone once requested a delivery from Alaska. And that there are Between the Bagel stickers all over the world, including at the Eiffel Tower. So I guess I barely crack the top 200 this month in terms of effort to visit, but that's okay. I still win because I got the chance to devour this thing just like that guy in Alaska who thinks he's so cool. We also got to sample Ben's Big Balls and anytime I can have another man's big balls in my mouth, it makes for a great Wednesday. Stop one of many: great success.

    Bens Balls
    Andrew M.

    Our first time here and we are already looking forward to going back! This place is such a gem and I can't recommend this place enough! Staff was super nice and service was fairly quick (especially given the number of patrons they had). We took our sandwich to go but there are a few tables available if you wanted to dine in. The place was cozy and didnt feel crammed even though there were many customers. We ordered a Seoul Meets Bagel which was a unique twist to a bagel. This sandwich was HUGE!!! We were pleasantly surprised with how much bulgogi there was and especially given the price. This sandwich was delicious and so worth it! We even got a complimentary Bens Rice Ball which was also delicious.

    Dee D.

    We stopped by this bagel spot for the first time, and it did not disappoint. The bagels were fresh, tasty, and truly New York style, exactly what we were hoping for. Ben has a ton of character and definitely makes the visit memorable; he really adds to the whole experience. I ordered a bacon, egg, and cheese, and it was solid. We ended up taking two dozen bagels back home to Maryland. We had preordered ahead for pickup, which was super convenient, but we wish we had known they make bialeys too, because we would have definitely added those to our order. They also have some Korean treats on the menu if that's your thing, which adds a fun and unexpected twist. Overall, great bagels, great energy, and absolutely worth the stop.

    Bulgogi Arancini
    Simon W.

    Ben's awesome! The bagel combinations with a Korean influence are the best. Bulgogi on a bagel? Let's go! These bagel sandwiches are on steroids. When I finish one of these I'm always in a food coma for the rest of the morning. Every time I've been here I've been given a complimentary Ben's balls with is a Korean arancini. I've only ever seen that here. These balls are good enough to get on their own, I've visited other times just to get them. The owner is both NYC friendly and fast which is the best thing because there are a ton of orders to cycle through, Ben and his guys do move fast.

    Seoul Meets Bagel (SMB)

    Fresh bagels and Korean Fusion. 10/10 experience. I got the SMB and it was delicious and more than enough food for one person. It also came with a delicious fried rice ball.

    Found on the counter
    Bailey R.

    Delicious bagels served with personality in this local, eclectic bagel shop! The first thing I noticed when we walked in was the sassy decor hanging everywhere! Signs such as "No stupid people beyond this point" and "bee kind or STFU". This not only gave me a good laugh, but told me that this place has character! Something I appreciate about local businesses. Ordering is a bit chaotic because they don't have a clear "order here" line. Instead, you approach the counter, place your order (which is hand written on a note pad), then step back and wait for your order to be ready. Once it's ready, THEN you pay. Despite their more old-school approach, they accept credit cards! Now to the good part - their delicious bagels!! My husband and I both ordered an Everything Bagel with egg and cheese and we were both impressed! Not only was it flavorful, but the seasoning STAYED on the bagel throughout each bite. I've had everything bagels from other establishments that make a mess because the seeds and seasonings fall off as you eat it. This is NOT an issue here - woohoo! The only downside was that I felt it didn't have enough cheese. I came back for another round today (just 4 days after my first experience) and had them add extra cheese this time. Now THIS was the perfect bagel sandwich I needed for a midweek pick-me-up! Thankfully we live walking distance from here because we will definitely be returning regularly!

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    SMB was so delicious, the bagel was soft and the bulgogi with mayo and egg were a combination unlike any other.

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    The staff here are well trained. There was a line almost to the door and the team moved quickly to…read morefulfill orders. My friend and I ordered everything from the Jamaican and the Worth it. The Jamaican was packed with fresh hot jerk chicken, pepper jack and fresh avocado. The Worth it had a lot of nova and cream cheese packed into them. Loved the combination of flavors in both of the bagels. There were 2 cashiers taking orders. 1 person expediting to go orders and another person for the 3rd party apps. There were plenty of indoor seats. They had a window where you can observe the bagels being made as well. I'll definitely be back to try some of their other cream cheeses and sandwiches.

    On an early morning in LIC, I stopped by for a quick breakfast here. First of all, the space is…read morehuge with lots of seating. There are even people doing work here in the afternoons. I ordered the Worth It Bagel ($16.75), which is their lox bagel with all the works although I skipped the capers on mine. My bagel was ready within minutes and I was on my way. The bagel is hefty and was enough for two meals. They also spread a good amount of cream cheese from both sides sandwiching the lox, onions and tomatoes. This is a delicious bagel amongst so many bagel spots in NYC. It's too bad their locations are not the most convenient for me, but definitely would recommend if you're in the area.

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    As I was making my home, I had strong craving for my typical bagel order: Turkey Sausage, Egg and…read moreCheese and ran into this cute spot right on Steinway Street in Astoria. When you walk in, their cozy ambiance is what really captivates you. They have seats all over and is perfect if you want more solo date spots or hangout spots. Their menu has delicious picks from waffles to their savory bites. They had a stunning bakery case that had so many sweet options to choose from such as muffins, scones and croissants. Their bagel selections were mouth-watering especially with my go to order. Everyone was so friendly and will definitely come back to try their smoothies and teas soon! If you're looking for your next bagel shop, stop by Astoria!

    I was lucky enough to get the opportunity to stay in Astoria, Queens at the beginning of the summer…read moreand found my number one bagel spot :) I just can't get bagels this good in California. The perfect chew, excellent flavor and super fresh! After the Knicks won the NBA championship, I was desperate to get my hands on a half dozen of their special edition Knicks bagels. After they ran out, I plead my case so the manager and he made it happen for me. Everyone working at the 30th Ave location is a rockstar and I'm forever grateful to them for those amazing bagels (they were perfection for the 'gram as well as the tastebuds). The Pride bagel (turkey/cheese/avocado) and iced matcha were also stellar.

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