This is one of my favorite places to get a bagel sandwich for breakfast or for lunch. You have lots…read moreof choices, and if you have a specific bagel you're craving, you'll want to order earlier because bagels do sell out. The staff is always wonderful when I visit. It has a modern vibe, and I love the black and white color scheme. It gets busy, so ordering online is my preference. You can dine in, but when it's busy, you may not be able to find a table. There's free parking on the street, but depending on the time of day, you may have to park further away and walk. Love: service (kind, attentive, helpful); bagel sandwiches (smoked turkey BLTA is a fav)

We went for a bit of a different experience, something we don't always go for. I really liked the…read morestyle of the interior: black and white tile literally head to toe. Parking wasn't too bad unless you have mobility issues. Despite their whole thing being NY-style bagels, I actually selected a Reuben on Pumpernickel. I wasn't feeling like eating a whole bunch of whipped cream cheese or a chicken salad. Portion sizes were pretty good, actually. I think the main things for me would be to simplify the menu and offer size options. Something like half a bagel or like a "classics variety" (like a variety cheesecake). So you could pick and choose quarters or maybe thirds. I was happy to see they had savory cream cheese options because they are so underrated. I also got their honey lavender lemonade which was fire and not too sweet. The staff were all great and it is clearly a pretty popular spot. Overall no issues and I will probably go again.

There are mornings when you're in control of your day... and then there are mornings when a bagel…read morecompletely takes over. I walked into H&S Bagels thinking I'd do the responsible thing. Quick stop. Grab a bagel. Keep it moving. After all, it's just a bagel, right? Wrong. What shows up in your hands is not a bagel. It's a statement piece. These doughy masterpieces are hand rolled like someone actually cares about what they're doing. Then they get boiled in water that's engineered to mimic the kind that made New York bagels legendary. You can taste it immediately. That slight chew. That perfect crust. That moment where you stop mid-bite and go, "hold on... what is this?" And then the plot thickens. The cream cheeses? Made in house. Not scooped out of a tub with a shrug, but crafted. Each one feels like it had a little meeting before being served. The kind of detail that makes you reconsider every sad bagel you've ever settled for. "The difference between a good morning and a great one is about 200 degrees and a properly boiled bagel." Yeah. That. The people behind the counter don't just serve you, they set the tone for your day. Smiles, energy, the kind of friendliness that feels real and not rehearsed. You leave in a better mood than you walked in, which is saying something before coffee fully kicks in. And if you want to dress it up, go for it. Eggs, meats, cheeses, stacked and loaded. But here's the twist. These bagels don't need the help. You can tear into one plain and still feel like you made an excellent life decision. This isn't just a stop. It's a recalibration. Make the time. Go out of your way. Because somewhere between the first bite and the last crumb, you'll realize something important... These are the best bagels I've had south of the Northeast. And it's not even close.

I've been told for a while now these are the best bagels in Nashville... and if this is the best…read moreI'm not excited for the rest. The bagel was fine... but a Taylor ham, egg and cheese for $9 is a crime. A side-note the girl Alise was incredibly friendly and helpful. She was on the ball!

So so very good. Delicious bagels with such a variety of both bagel and cream cheese. Our favorites…read moreare the jalapeño cheddar bagel with the spicy cream cheese and the everything bagel with spicy cucumber dill OR the avo good time bagel sandwich. And don't forget to order the iced lavender latte.

I've been meaning to try Benji's Bagels in West Nashville and finally stopped by this Sunday…read more Overall, a solid 4-star experience! By 1pm, they were already out of most bagel options, which was a bit of a bummer. I was excited to try the "Rise & Shine" on an everything or plain bagel, but ended up going with za'atar as that and cinnamon were all that was left. That said, the bagel itself was excellent with a great chew, perfectly balanced texture, and generously seasoned. I'm not sure the za'atar paired best with this particular sandwich, and the chili crunch cream cheese wasn't quite my favorite. I think I'd opt for something more classic like scallion or plain next time. The egg, bacon, and cheese were all high quality and cooked really well. The staff was kind, and the space has a great mix of indoor and outdoor seating. It had a steady flow with some lulls and then suddenly a long line. It can get very loud inside. Didn't try the coffee yet, but I'm definitely looking forward to coming back and exploring more of the menu!

My confession, this was not my first trip to Crieve Hall Bagel Co. and I have no idea why it's…read moretaken so long to post a review. It's in a small shopping center at the north limits of the Crieve Hall neighborhood. You can normally find a parking spot in the lot or if you know someone in the neighborhood, walking is an option too. Walk in and order at the counter. Be sure to check the available bagels that day AND any specials, especially the cinnamon bun special. Every time I have been, the staff has been extremely helpful as you navigate the choices. (note - there is a separate window outside to pickup online orders, delivery orders etc. so that helps with inside congestion). There is almost always a line but it moves quickly. On my last visit, they had just completed the March Madness bracket and were featuring the Cheddar bagel with chive cream cheese- $1. As I said, always check the special! They will feature some interesting coffees, bagels varieties and let's talk about the Cinnamon Roll. The first time I sampled the Cinnamon Roll special it was a blueberry pancake version, imagine an amazing cinnamon roll(yes, it's sweet but not overly and has great flavor), with blueberries and cream on top! The only downside is they are very large, but that means you get one to share with your people. Their bagels are really good! You can eat them plain or get some spread for them. (note that bulk bagel orders are not sliced). They also have breakfast sandwiches. To top it off, this has the feel of a real neighborhood spot. Plenty of folks greeting each other, friends connecting, families gathering. Indoor seating with books for the wee folks and some outdoor tables too. I understand they have another location but this is original CHBCO. Definitely worth checking it out!

Our quest continues for the perfect, true, New York style bagel in Nashville. Unfortunately, this…read moreplace didn't quite hit the mark. that said, it was very busy, and seems to scratch an itch for many. Especially those under the age of 35. Having enjoyed great bagels over the years in Nashville, as well as on our travels to New York and other places, bagels in general in Nashville just aren't very good. We had high hopes for Crieve Hall when we found it, but our Takeaway evaluation was simply: meh.

So I am from New York, so I am ALWAYS skeptical ordering a bagel when out of state…read more I was soooo pleasantly surprised and happy with this order! I got an Asiago bagel with veggie cream cheese. Really good and would def eat again! The store itself is small with no seating, you have to order and sit outside or go. You also order on a tablet / screen and as someone who has never been there, I like to ask people for suggestions and this limits the ability to have the option to do that. The merch is also adorable and I have zero idea why it's called ugly bagel because the bagels looked super normal!

Cute little grab & go bagel spot in arcade alley. A few small tables in the alley, but not really a…read moreplace for "dining in". Soooo many yummy bagels & sandwiches to choose from. I got a cuban sandwich inspired breakfast bagel called "Haaam, Girl!"; And it was so good that I am still thinking about it several days later. My friend got a Chocolate Chip bagel and PB Cream Cheese and loved it. She did seem just a bit overwhelmed by the amount of cream cheese on the bagel, it was a lot. But I wouldn't exactly consider that a bad thing. Their merch is cute & funny. They have unique and flavorful bagel and cream cheese combinations, and tasty coffee as well!

We were running errands this morning and got hungry when I remembered we were by Jersey Oven. It…read morehas since expanded into the space that was next door. It now offers additional seating area and a drink station offering hot and cold coffee as well as regular fountain drinks and bottled beverages too. It was quite busy and all the patrons happily waited their turn for the yummy bagels. We ordered two breakfast sandwiches and iced coffees. The size of the sandwiches were enormous and the flavor was on point.

I wish I could leave a better review for this place as I had high hopes before giving it a try…read more Service- the lady behind the counter didn't ask for our names during an extremely busy time. I work in restaurants and this makes it high risk for mistakes. When "our" order was ready, she made direct eye contact with us beckoned us over to pay. It wasn't until after we made it out and home we realized it was the wrong order. There is certainly a gap in training because another individual was taking and calling out names for orders. What I received was somewhat similar to my order but extremely plain and lacking. (No offense to the person who originally made this order.) We also believed it would come out in order so we were called forward shortly after the people who were in front of us checked out. The ambiance is decent, the restaurant is cluttered and the ordering system is poor. The outside of the restaurant has two different signs and entrances/exits. I heard multiple people in line confused about this choice as well. My suggestion to ownership would be to make one entrance an exit only to avoid new customer confusion and streamline the ordering process. The bagel I received was tasty, but fell extremely flat because it was plain on the inside. Again, I received the wrong order so it wasn't at all what I was expecting. I would like to give this place another try and hopefully I receive someone else to take our order.

Wow! I'm so sad it has been this long for me to give them a try. This is really good bagel place…read moreand they are delicious! I had to go with the "I'm definitely not basic" bagel (their name for it is The New Yorker) and a caramel latte. The service was awesome and attentive. The ambiance is super relax and it's a great place to get some work done. They have a cute outside area for those great days outside. They have free parking so come and check them out!

This is a Donelson gem. I ordered their Lox bagel and iced coffee and they were absolutely…read moredelicious. It's also conveniently located near the Donelson branch of the Nashville public library so it's a great spot to grab some coffee and a bite to eat with a book.

My favorite bagel in town! I lived in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania as a sprout, so you…read morecan imagine my pretentiousness when it comes to bagels. I love a perfectly executed bagel in the same way that Dale Cooper loves a damn fine cup of coffee. As such, I had kind of given up hope to find an actual bagel in town. Other spots came close, but I always just felt like I was settling. However, Mr. Aaron's Goods does it soooo right. We finally have a bagel in Nashville with the right crust and texture! Would love to see a vegan bagel sandwich on the menu in the future!

Bagels are my birthright…read more I am a New Jerseyan / New Yorker that left the godless north for Nashville 10+ years ago. I was so afraid I would never have another good bagel again that I literally took bagel-baking classes at the Culinary Institute of America. I was right to be scared. For years, Nashville bagels were just bread donuts. Soft circles of steamed sadness committing breakfast fraud. The kind of thing someone hands you and says, "It's basically the same," right before you question every decision that led you south. Then this place showed up. It started as a pop-up inside TKO, R.I.P., and now it has taken over the whole space. This place gets it right. The bagels are boiled, rolled, baked, chewy, crusty, and spiritually accurate. Not "good for Nashville." Not "pretty close." Just really freaking good bagels. No apologies needed. The place looks the way a bagel shop is supposed to look. Concrete floors. Friendly chaos. People working hard behind the counter. And the people? That's the real thing. Mr. Aaron, his wife, and the whole crew are amazing. They know your name. They bust your chops. You bust theirs. That is community. That is customer service with a pulse. They even have a Mets fan, which proves their commitment to authenticity and long-term emotional damage. It's the kind of place you want to go every day, if your wallet, doctor, and basic sense of shame weren't constantly trying to ruin your life. Nashville finally has a real bagel place. I do not say that lightly. I say that as a man who has opinions about crust, chew, schmear, water, and most things. But this place rules. Go. Eat. Complain about the Mets. Order another bagel. Repeat.

Great bagels, juices and pastries. The move quickly and are always friendly. Great location but im…read morebias because its close to my job lol

I really wanted to like this place because it's a little off the beaten path and seems like a local…read morestaple but I agree with the person who said this is the worst bagel they have ever had. What this place does well if offer a huge selection of vegan options providing options for those in a space where they don't often get it. However, the bagels aren't fluffy and the flavors, or at least what I had, aren't very true to their names. I ordered a pumpkin chocolate chip bagel and it didn't even remotely taste like there was any pumpkin in it of that pumpkin was even in the room with us. I wish I liked this more but this experience wasn't tasty enough for me to want to come back.

I enjoyed the service and the drinks, but underwhelmed by the food. The ambience is nice and…read moreprobably a good place to do some work and grab a coffee, but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here.

Stopped here for brunch when staying in the area for a bite and some coffee at the bar. It was a…read moregreat meal! I went with the vanilla-cinnamon french toast, which was excellent. It came topped with warm spiced peaches and powdered sugar with a side of maple syrup. For a bit of saltiness I ordered a side of the Broadbent bacon. So good! For a bev I landed on one of their seasonal specials, the Flannel Latte, made with vanilla honey and cinnamon. My husband got an omelet with a side of toast and also enjoyed it. It was a quick visit but satisfying. I could definitely see myself going here regularly if I was a local!