Incredibly yummy!! Easily one of the best bagels I have had in a long time!! And kudos for using real bacon! Muah xoxoxo {{*.*}} read more

Four years in Charlottesville and I'm finally saying it out loud: I don't get it. Some context. I'm not from here. I didn't go to UVA. Nobody handed me a Bodo's bagel at orientation. I walked in with no history, ordered a bagel, and ate a bagel. It was fine. Perfectly fine. A solid, dense, fresh bagel at a fair price. I keep waiting for the moment where I take a bite and finally understand, and it keeps not happening. The line moves fast, I'll give them that. Staff is efficient. Prices are honest. If Bodo's opened in any other town it would be a nice local bagel shop that people liked a normal amount. read more

It's been almost 30 years since I last had a Bodo's bagel. Got my favorite of Chicken Salad on everything bagel. The place is still very busy but the food came out quickly. Bagel is still like I remember it. Very garlicky and a bit salty. I believe the salad was with chicken back then but it is now with turkey. The ice tea tasted like freshly made. Nothing like a nostalgic walk down memory lane of college food. read more

So we went to Bodos like we have so many times over the years. Got the same order which was fantastic. They weren't super busy but the y did have a bunch of Togo orders already prepared. The problem i had with this trip was the energy of the staff. First the line to get your order in is supposed to go through the little roped off area. The woman who was working the register should be directing people to go that way but she had a scowl on her face and clearly didn't care that it was chaotic to the customer. There was a whole lot of people waiting for food. No sense of urgency by the staff today. No help offered to people that might not have been there before. I was waiting to hear the lady say "no soup....bagels for you". read more

You can't visit UVA without a stop at Bodo's. I got their deli egg on an everything bagel that consists of deli meats mixed with egg and cheese and smeared with your choice of cream cheese. The bagel itself was soft but had a nice chew to it. While I thought the bagel was very good, the line was out the door and very busy. I don't think the bagels are quite worth the wait but if you pop by and see no line, you have to go in! read more

Bodo's Bagels - Deli-Egg Bagel - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Been coming here every 12 days for 12 years. Besides the customers that can't figure out the parking lot is two lanes one way or the occasional crazy homeless person threatening to shoot me if I don't give them $$$, it has been a trip I look forward to. Well that ended today as of 2:30 pm they were out of sesame and poppy bagels!! I didn't see the usual employees perhaps that was part of the problem. What ticked me off was my tub of cream cheese was tossed in the bagel bag without its little bag, when I asked for the bag I was entilted to it was tossed on the counter rather than inserting the tub in it. I could tell the bag man was upset at me because I was disapointed in his inventory control skills. Well I guess I'll try again some day. read more

I love bodos so much that if I'm ever in or passing Charlottesville I try to stop by. Their everything bagel is a must and I love getting either a simple egg and cheese bagel for breakfast or either pastrami or roast beef for lunch. Perfect for breakfast/lunch and to go for road trips! read more

Bodo's Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

While passing through Charlottesville I wanted something unique to the area and found Bodo's Bagels one of the few NY style bagel shops. The prices were super affordable and the everything bagel was mouthwatering. Great location for an affordable grab and go or dine in meal. read more

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This is Charlottesville must eat! Always a line, but worth the wait. This is authentic bagel taste. You can either eat in or take out. We got there early around 8:30 am, the wait is not too bad, but by the tine we finished, the line got long. read more

We are making Charlottesville one of our yearly destinations lately. One place we came upon was Bodo's Bagels. I can't recommend this place enough. The service is fast and efficient, and the price is reasonable as well. My wife got the egg salad on sesame and I had the 3 cheese on plain. Both were fresh and delicious. We hit it again this morning on the way back to Loudoun and got a dozen to take home and a breakfast sandwich too. If you're in CHO, definitely hit Bodo's read more

I came here Saturday morning and there was a line. It goes by fast though. Pretty crowded but there was plenty of open seating. The jalapeño cream cheese was really good. Not spicy at all. They forgot my egg in my bagel but I'd still give it 5/5. It tasted fresh, hot, creamy. It was delicious! read more

Bodo's Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Taste: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Large menu so a bit overwhelming as a first timer. Once you learn the ins and outs definitely a staple. May have a long line depending on time/location read more

Bodo's Bagels - Everything - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

The lines may be long but it goes pretty fast and is worth it. As an alumna I had to stop in to eat at the infamous Bodo's. I got a lunch sandwich and a breakfast (honey pecan cream cheese on plain) bagel for the next day. Both sandwiches were absolutely delicious. Love that the prices are still affordable and the staff was friendly as usual. Love Bodo's and I definitely recommend trying it if you haven't before. read more

Bodo's Bagels - Roast Beef sandwich with Diet Coke - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

The bagels are fresh and great. Prices are better than just about anywhere you can find theae days. They were very busy on a saturday afternoon, but they kept the line moving. Took about 10mins to get half a dozen bagels and cream cheese. They were so busy there were no tables to sit and eat, and there wasn't even room to really stand and wait for your order. It is quite loud and the ambiance isn't anything special. But if you are looking for fresh food at a great price, the massive crowd can be mostly overlooked. *note on pricing, ordering toppings on the side can be costly. A tiny amount of pesto in a tiny cup was $1. read more

If you know, you know. Plus, damn good coffee. No visit to Whoville complete without a visit.

Bodo's is a big deal for Charlottesville. This location is off campus a few miles. This was my first ever visit to the famous locals bagel shop. Their iconic location is on the UVA campus. Surface parking is nearby, but they can get slammed! The employees park in the drive-thru lane no longer in operation. The lot was clear of debris. The atmosphere inside was electric! My visit was on a UVA move-in Saturday. It was busy, but not packed at around 330 in the afternoon. It took little time to walk up and order. Menu boards make it easy, but if you're new I recommend looking at their online menu first. Service was super friendly by the young male staff. Some questions were asked on suggestions and customization. Payment is at the counter and they accept all major credit cards. There was no option to tip. Orders are called out and my pastrami on everything came out within 5 minutes. My wife got a chicken salad and daughter egg & bacon. I absolutely loved my pastrami on swiss. The everything bagel was not toasted and was soft with a nice chew. My daughter like the egg & cheese, but bacon lower quality. My wife thought the chicken salad was quality, but they forgot the lettuce. Ultimately they both liked their sandwiches. While enjoying our meal staff was wiping off tables and sweeping underneath tables. Trash is deposited by customers and it was within its boundaries. Also the restrooms were clean. A super operation all around. Great bagels and a strong value. They missed the mark a bit, but I will 100% return and if never been it's a must! 4.5 rounding down. read more

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Love catching lunch here with friends. Great food and good prices. The line can look big but they move really fast!

Might be one of the most overhyped place I have heard of in a long time. Like I get it college kids are going to love bagels but this is easily not a new york bagel and kind of false advertising saying that. The bagels all small and not better than store bought. I got an everything with lox and the spread was good but the bagel was mid. read more

Three of us stumbled on this place and we all agreed this was the best and freshest bagels we've ever tasted. Their authentic New York‑style water bagels are made from scratch every day, boiled and baked right on the premises, giving them a perfect chewy interior and rich flavor we haven't found elsewhere. The egg and bacon sandwich we tried was packed with egg and stacked tall with bacon, and it was simply the best breakfast sandwich we've ever had--hearty, satisfying, with just the right balance of ingredients stacked tall between the bagel. We loved them so much that we ended up buying three dozen bagels to take home. Bodo's also offers a ton of bagel flavors and plenty of spreads and toppings so you can build something exactly how you like it. If you're in Charlottesville and want fresh, flavorful bagels done right, this place should be at the top of your list. read more

Well these are pretty epic. They nailed the chewiness. I had a bagel sandwich (cream cheese, turkey, and lettuce) for $6... can't beat that. Very yummy, quick service during lunch rush. Will be back! read more

Food is great, definitely a good deal for what you get. Most of the employees at this location are very friendly. The music could use some updating but if you're in charlottesville you should definitely stop by read more

Best bagel breakfast sandwiches in the world. Prices are extremely reasonable. It's like stepping back in time. Bodo's is a national treasure. read more

Went to this location on my way out of town last weekend. It was very full so the parking lot was nuts but they were still so quick. And as always the food was fabulous! read more

WOW. Great great spot - no frills, no trendy touches, just very good bagels and coffee. We got two breakfast sandwiches on everything bagels (the bagels were chewy and so flavorful, and the eggs were particularly good), plus cinnamon raisin bagel with plain cream cheese (melty and gooey and perfect), and coffees. We brought home a few bagels as well (they put a small tub of cream cheese in the bag, which I didn't even ask for but was thrilled about!). The staff are efficient and nice, and the spot just feels so classic - I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in Cville! read more

Bodo's Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

if you even drive through Charlottesville, STOP HERE. Cheap, fresh bagels made daily & even fresh cream cheese. Multiple options for any water with any diet. Delicious veggie burger & sides for your bagel sandwich read more

Bodo's Bagels - Lox and Cream Cheese - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Bodo's.... Did you really just give me a "tofu sandwich" with a slab of uncooked, unmarinaded tofu!? As a vegetarian, I loved you, but this is my second attempt to eat here as a vegan and it's been disgusting each time. Please, marinade or season your tofu! Additionally, your avocados have no flavor and have a slimy texture as if they were frozen. Additionally, 70% of the world is lactose intolerant and you don't have a dairy free, vegan cream cheese alternative. I'm truly disappointed in my recent dining experiences here. This was a one star bumped up solely for the bagel and how fast the food came out. read more

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Heard that when in Charlottesville, VA was told to give Bodo a try. Walked in and the place is organized and was greeted. Order taken and food came out quickly. Lots of indoor seating and the workers do their best to keep the area tidy. We ordered a few bagel sandwiches and lemonade. Reasonable prices and value for the buck! Fair is fair drop in and give Bodo's a try! read more

Bodo's Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

I absolutely love Bodo's so much that I always get it whenever I'm visiting Charlotteville even years after I graduated. I have noticed that some days it's even better than others (like the bagel is warm, or sometimes they put too little or too much of an ingredient like onions) BUT every time I go I never regret it! My go to is the chicken salad on an everything bagel with lettuce and onion (I would add tomatoes but I'm used to my broke college student order that tried to save the extra fee for tomatoes). I wish Bodo's was closer, as it's one of the places I miss the most about Charlottesville, and the prices are amazing. There is always a wait whenever I go, and there's a reason why. read more

Bodo's Bagels - Chicken salad bagel on everything bagel with onion and lettuce - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

So freaking good!!!! Love the chicken salad with mustard and also hummus with sprouts tomato and cucumbers. Favorite bagels are the onion and the garlic. I tried the everything wheat that wasn't as fresh/a little tough... not sure if it's because it's wheat? Anywho doesn't matter. Great food, DECENT price, and friendly staff. Oh and they don't skimp on the cream cheese!! You can get one bagel and cream cheese and have enough cream cheese to spread another bagel. read more

Bodo's Bagels - Lox and cream cheese with a tomato and sprouts on an everything wheat bagel - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Don't flame me for saying this but I think Bodo's Bagels is as good as most New York bagel places and half the price! Most people I know get the everything bagel because it is EVERYTHING. All their bagels have just the right amount of chew and come deliciously warm. My go to order is the ham and egg bagel with a slice of cheddar cheese. Pro tip, make sure you specify the cheese when you order or else they will give you American. Really I don't think you can go wrong with anything you order here as long as you like bagels. They have plenty of indoor seating though with a self-service diner atmosphere. Only down side is the lines can get really long in the late mornings / afternoon on the weekend. read more

Bodo's Bagels - Egg Bagel with Ham and Cheddar Cheese - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Awesome bagels with a huge variety of options, toppings cream cheeses, etc. They were packed when I pulled up but I was pleasantly surprised at how fast they handled the crowds. read more

Bodo's Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Love their bagels & all types of cream cheese. Taste great. Long line but it goes pretty fast. read more

Bodo's Bagels - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Wowww. I'm not the biggest bagel person but I was surprised by these. I got an everything bagel with egg and bacon. It was ready shortly after. Dang, it was surprisingly good. So simple yet so good. The bagels are chewy and flavorful and just... the way a bagel should be! I really enjoyed it. My boyfriend got his bagel with egg and sausage and we both preferred the bacon one more. read more

Bodo's Bagels - Everything with bacon and egg - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Fresh bagels and inexpensive that rival other well known bagel places i've been to! Service was quick even though traffic here looks heavy and i'd assumed it's a norm! Smart, friendly vibe and clientele occupied plenty of tables and seating that are cleaned up as customers come and go. It's refreshing! A solid place, 4.5 stars! read more

Bodo's Bagels - Busy - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Bodos is an adorable, fast paced bagel shop. It's not quite the authentic new york bagel but in my opinion it's better. There are three Charlottesville locations and they all operate very similar. If you want to be with the college kids, visit the corner/university ave. The Emmet St and Preston locations have slightly nicer restrooms and more Charlottesville regulars. The college kids are obsessed with this place because of the cheap prices and quick filling meal. My friends also love their lemonade- perfect to quench your thirst on a sunny day. I personally love the fast paced (it's the only place in central VA that takes lines/traffic seriously!) and I think the bagel benches (pictured below) are adorable! They also supply some high charlie's so you can usually spot some cute young kids and their families at the Emmet and Preston locations. Sometimes you can even overhear some college kids gossiping at the corner location. The bodos staff is always wearing masks, always very nice, and always very quick at their jobs. read more

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For starters, this heavy-set woman with breathing problems was behind me in line. I asked if she was ok. She explained she was in a lot of pain from breaking her back. A couple of juvenile acting college students were looking at her and then at each other, giggling. Very rude. Then, my food had a stale bagel and egg salad lacking a little salt, very bland. It was also dirty in there with trash flowing out of the can and nowhere to put any new trash. The Preston Bodos, has a more mature, polite staff and better food. Pass on this dump read more

I needed a quick stop for breakfast on the way to the airport, and got several recommendations for Bodo's. I can see why, they were packed even at 6:45! The line went pretty quick, and they were very thoughtful with the service. It's got a lot of seating inside so we didn't have a problem getting a seat. I got a breakfast sandwich and a couple of Everything bagels for my flights (which was great since the airport doesn't have great choices). The sandwich was delicious with fresh made eggs, although I should have gotten some cheese in hindsight. The airplane bagel was also fantastic, and I had the last one for breakfast the next day. They have a lot of breakfast and lunch sandwich choices, and a small but high-quality selection of bagels and house-made cream cheeses. The bagels are softer inside, with a great shell, and so tasty! read more

I went to school in Charlottesville and what can I say besides I LOVE Bodo's! Known as a staple for locals and visitors alike, Bodo's always delivers fresh bagels, lip-smacking cream cheese, fast service, and a super satisfying breakfast or snack. Here are some of my fave combos: * Plain bagel with herb cream cheese, tomato, cucumber, onion, and Swiss, cut in half * Plain bagel with avocado, feta, swiss, pesto, tomato * Plain bagel with vegetable cream cheese, egg, cheddar and tomato cut in half read more

Bodo's Bagels - Plain bagel with herb cream cheese - Bagels Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

It's probably the best you can find in CVille but couldn't cut it in the northeast. Bagels are a bit underdone (I guess) and heated to be "hot out of the oven". They can't toast or grill anything. Probably under boiled (do they boil them?) because the outer crust was underwhelming. They are generous with cream cheese. Coffee is average. Employees are polite and efficient. A donut makers bagel. read more

Really enjoyed the ambiance and bagels while in town. You can tell a lot of locals frequent this place. The prices are extremely reasonable and despite the line going out the door, service was quick. The reason for me to give 4 stars is they don't toast their bagels. I can respect that and still enjoyed what I got, but typically I'm a toasted bagel girlie. read more