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Bristol Bagel Works

4.2 (111 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Elle S.

A Bristol institution! The line is usually long on a weekend morning, and for good reason - their bagels are so satisfying, fresh, and honestly just exactly what I want in a bagel. They have tons of options to concoct a breakfast or lunch sandwich on a bagel of your choice. Their coffee is delicious, too! I love their white cheddar cheese and will often order a sandwich with that and egg on an everything or the rare, coveted, absolutely divine Asiago bagels they offer. Truly Heavenly! I've never brought someone here for a cozy breakfast meal and had them not enjoy it. Located on the main drag with lots of street parking, it's easy to have a slow, small town morning mozying to the nearby gift shops and restaurants after your stop here. I really shouldn't rave so much because it's already so packed...but there are my 2 cents!

Meg M.

It took a lot not to cry tears of joy today at Bristol Bagel Works. It was my first visit, and it will be the first of many! I'm originally from NY (like the area where they make a mean bagel) and for the past 16 years I've lived in New England I've been on a hunt for a local bagel that is just as good! I FINALLY FOUND THE PLACE. BBW uses boars head cold cuts (another win) and knows sandwiches get cut in half and served with chips and a pickle! Thank godddd! The quality of my bagel sandwich was out of this world. I was so incredibly happy. My coffee was just as good! I had heard wonderful things and nobody was exaggerating. The quality of their product is top notch. And the value for it was shocking! Their prices are super reasonable for the quality, the amount of food and the presentation. Let's talk service. Everyone here is friendly, personable, polite and helpful. I felt so at home---like i was a regular. They helped me pick out stuff that was perfect thanks to suggestions and asking what i like. I so appreciate businesses like this! The inside is stunning---their tables, the signage, the display of their beautiful bagels, the decor---everything. I literally was on cloud nine. I left with a bunch of bagels and some cream cheese to last me a bit, but i will be back, and be a regular (even though i live 40 minutes away) for sure! I wish I could give them more than 5 stars!

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Robert H.

We were very impressed with the bagels at Bristol bagel works - just the right texture and taste, interesting flavors. I loved that they had a veggie cream cheese. Lunch and breakfast sandwiches were on point. I am surprised I just discovered this lovely spot on Hope st in Bristol. I can assure you we will be back!

Ludovica F.

Tried their delicious bagels during the busy 4th of July parade and they did not disappoint! Their lox bagel was one of the best I have ever had!!! The ingredients were fresh and tasty and the bagel itself was to die for! Will definitely come back for a filling snack during the parade next year!

Joy G.

Bagels and weekend mornings just go together. We were staying nearby at an AirBnb and on our last day, we wanted bagels and Bristol Bagel Works caught my eye. We came right before the morning bum rush for carbs - definitely try to get here before 10. I felt like having sweet and got the cinnamon raisin/strawberry cc, while my husband ordered the lox/cc on an everything. The bagels, while deceivingly small on first glance, had a pretty generous smear. Still not approaching the sheer volume of cream cheese that a NYC bagel place will slap on your bagel but this was the first time in a while that I had to dredge some of it off. The prices were also insane (in a good way): $14 for our two bagels and a cup of iced coffee. The line doesn't move the fastest but still absolutely worth it.

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Service is always so friendly! They always greet me with a smile and I love seeing the owner in the back making the food. The bagels are truly the best I have ever had. I have been going here my whole life and ever since the renovation the ambiance still has its old charm but with a beautiful new look. Highly recommend and it is my favorite place to bring my friends when they visit Rhode Island.

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Katie C.

Really cozy bagel spot in Bristol! Seating and takeout available. Fresh bagels daily and locally roasted coffee by Custom House Roasters in Middletown. Street parking only. Service was quick and helpful!

I've been going to the bagel shop for 15+ years since I was a little kid. I've never had any issues with the bagels in 15 years until this year. The last 3 times I've gone there I've gotten a pathetic small smear of cream cheese on my bagel. For 15 years I've gotten prob 3 times the amount of cream cheese on my bagel! I will no longer be going to this stingy establishment because of this

Barbra S.

So shame on me PART 3. I tried to support this local business once again bc as they say, third times a charm. However, they keep disappointing. I asked for a sesame bagel with turkey and provolone cheese but they had other ideas.. They gave me HAM AND HAVARTI CHEESE. The worst part of this all... ITS BARBRAS BIRTHDAY (aka me). Safe to say my 53rd birthday is RUINED all thanks to this bagel joint. Needless to say, Barbra will not be coming back ever again.

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Becky R.

I've been wanting to check out this spot for months and today after some pickle ball I finally made it. I arrived around 11:45 on a Sunday and waited in line for approximately 15 minutes but it was worth it. My bagel was fresh out of the oven and my sandwich was tasty. I also brought two bagels as is home and my family raves about the bagels. I'm impressed.

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Best bagels around, with the most customer satisfaction that I admire. Beautiful and professional staff.

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NY style bagel. Just a little on the small side, but a good quality bagel. Highly recommend for breakfast.

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I loved the spinach bagel. So moist and unique! Next time I'm in town I will try the broccoli! Very quick service! Clean and quaint!

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Got a half dozen assorted bagels with a few toppings. Bagels were still warm. Yumm. Pretty good place. Did not try the coffee.

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Fresh hot bagels. Lots of flavor choices. Good basic hot coffee. The long line outside moves quickly. Seems to be a top choice of locals.

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Wow! Amazing food and the staff was so kind. No wonder there was a line out the door.

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