A great bagel shop should feel like a morning ritual done right--efficient, welcoming, and smoothly run. Unfortunately, this visit struggled on nearly every front. After placing our order, we waited roughly twenty minutes for our bagels while watching two parties who arrived after us receive their food first. Delays can happen, especially during busy breakfast hours, but what stood out most was the absence of any clear process. Staff members appeared to be jumping between tasks at random, reacting to whatever came up rather than following an organized system. Compounding the issue was a noticeable lack of leadership on the floor--no one directing traffic, prioritizing orders, or keeping the operation moving efficiently. The result was a chaotic service environment where customers were left waiting and wondering what was happening with their order. As for the food, the bagels themselves were perfectly adequate but ultimately unremarkable. In a market where great bagel shops thrive on both quality and efficiency, "fine" simply isn't enough to outweigh a frustrating service experience. With stronger operational structure and visible leadership during peak hours, this shop could likely improve the customer experience significantly. For now, however, the combination of disorganization and underwhelming food makes it difficult to justify a return visit. read more

I don't know how they do it. But we have been there like 20 times and they've never gotten our order wrong (knock on wood). Don't go here if you do store bagels as it will absolutely ruin you for any other bagel and force you to travel 2-3 times a week like we do from Conway. read more

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This place has some freshest bagels around town, I stopped in based on their reviews and was not disappointed. I did try their coffee, but it was way too artificially sweetened. Definitely worth a bite. read more

It was amazingly good are service was great the food was good I really appreciate the workers there nice there amazing to there customers would eat and I really recommend morning side bagels read more

What a mellow and quaint place. It's quiet with nice coffee house music. It's a drive for me, but it's worth coming out here for the great food, calm atmosphere and friendly staff. The jalapeño bagel was scrumptious. My son loved the onion bagel too! All fresh and homemade!! read more

MorningSide Bagels - Lox sandwich on a jalapeño cheese bagel and BLT on Onion - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

Went for the 2nd time recently and love this place. Great sandwich options and a wide variety of cream cheeses. Staff are great and have amazing customer service. 5 for sure. read more

I was craving a bagel from this place. I used to work in Maumelle, but drove from North Hills to get one. I ordered the Nae Nae added cream cheese. It was finger licking good for a $17 bagel! I gotta say, it was a fantastic treat for a Saturday morning! The brunch bagel for sure! read more

MorningSide Bagels - Nae Nae bagel - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

This is an almost hidden gem in Maumelle. The lox are fantastic!! Nearly every ki d of warm, fresh bagel you could want. read more

Brooklyn better watch out! This joint will satisfy your craving for a good boiled and baked bagel. Although there is not much competition for good home style bagels in Arkansas these bagels will stand tall and round in their own right. They do look on the lightly toasted side than what New Yorkers are used to, and I am curious to know if they use an egg glaze or not, but the cranberry bagels and the sesame bagels we had for the sandwich were great and fresh. Just the right degree of chewiness. We went on a Saturday morning and the folks at the counter were friendly and welcoming. The variety was limited however. The $4 day old bagels are a tempting offer. The $6.15 sandwich is a steal. Also the ice cubes for the iced coffee is a neat idea! The seating are is cozy with the electric fireplace adding a touch of quirk. The Limited glimpse into the kitchen from the seating is cute as well. They do have a farm stand close by as well if you want to stick of fresh bagels and then some Fresh produce. I wish they would expand into Little Rock Proper. read more

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Eclectic bagel spot with great options for bagels, sandwiches and espresso drinks. Breakfast bagel looked fantastic. I had an espresso and the chicken salad bagel sandwich. Would definitely order it again. Chicken salad was homemade with poppyseed and pecans. So good! Local artwork. Prompt and friendly service. read more

MorningSide Bagels - Chicken Salad Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

Bagels are good, but I'd stay clear of their "soup". Customer service has been just so-so the last few times I've been. The place has great potential! Edit to 3 stars read more

MorningSide Bagels - Potato soup, so to speak - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

We went one morning it was awful. Bagels cold. And so was the staff. Never go in there again. They were just rude. And expensive

Amazing Bagels. I highly recommend the Maple Bacon bagel with lox. You won't be sorry. read more

MorningSide Bagels - The Bacon Maple bagel with Lox. - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

The flies! Inside, outside, inside the bagel case as we were ordering bagels... Not from around here, so maybe it's normal for the area. I appreciated the coffee ice cubes for my iced coffee, nice touch. read more

A good spot for a quick bagel and coffee - it's great that you can order ahead online!

Great place for breakfast. Everything tasted outstanding and the coffee was unique and very good. Wish we had a place like this back home - thanks for making a great breakfast experience. The location is small and has indoor and outdoor seating. Also it has a drive thru, so you can stay in your car if you want. read more

MorningSide Bagels - Small breakfast place. Let's see! - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

Quaint little bagel place I Yelp'd on my road trip. Bagels were ultra-fresh. The Canadian bagel sandwich was loaded. Def. worth the excursion off the interstate! read more

Beware. That $10.80 lox and bagel is now $14.50 effective 1/1/25. Service still great, comfortable dining room and top quality products but that's a 35% increase in price read more

Excellent fresh bagels and service. The service is prompt and friendly. The prices are reasonable, and they offer military discounts. The bagels are fresh and tasteful. The pecan coffee is delicious. read more

MorningSide Bagels - Everything bagel, bacon, eggs, and cheese. - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

I loved my bagel! Would be great if they offered an avocado spread of some sort, but maybe not as many people would want that besides me. Great place!! read more

Love my neighborhood bagel shop! Who knew I would be so lucky to have fresh, local bagels that rival the quality of any big-city bagels so close to home?! Favorite place for a bagel- with a schmear, toasted with butter, or deluxed out with breakfast meat, eggs and cheese. read more

Perfect spot for an easy breakfast sandwich or bagel with smear. Love that this place is in my backyard. Great people who really enjoy what they do. All their love and effort shows in the quality of their food . Excellent quick service happily done with a smile. They also cater to their fur baby customers by bringing a water bowl and a fur baby treat out to the patio. Anyone over the river should make the short trek to Maumelle for breakfast or lunch here. It's worth the drive to experience delicious bagels. read more

MorningSide Bagels - Lox bagel loaded with capers, plain smear, tomatoes and red onion. Served on a garlic bagel. - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

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Wow! I just love their pizza bagel! Also, it's super cool that they provide ice cubes made of coffee for their iced coffee! It's a joyous time when I make it to town. read more

I look forward to having to go down the boulevard just so I can stop by and get The Nae Nae! Everything is delicious! 10/10

The American Bagel with a Asiago Cheese bagel. Normally serve with a plain bagel. Delightful. The Southern Pecan coffee is fantastic. Friendly staff. read more

MorningSide Bagels - This is the American Bagel with the Asiago Cheese bagel. Great taste. Friendly service. A must have is the Southern Pecan Coffee. - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

All I can say is yum!! I got the American bagel sandwich and it was delicious. I'll definitely be coming back here to try their other food.

Really enjoyed the Saturday morning vibe at this local bagel shop. Bagels were well made and prepared timely.

Soooo good . Kindest staff, all homemade bagels & amazing options! Very very cozy. The blueberry with strawberry cream cheese is what I got today & it is so good! One cup of coffee is a very good size as well. Will be back read more

MorningSide Bagels - "The American Sandwhich", Everything bagel w/ plain cream cheese, & Blueberry bagel w/ strawberry cream cheese - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

People often ask me, "what do you miss before the pandemic?" My response will never cease being the same. "The breakfast foods!" In the wake of Covid-19, there has been a shortage of restaurants (in my area) that serve breakfast. MorningSide bagels is one of the only places that can serve breakfast both quickly and deliciously. Since I found out it is still in business during these times, I have spent enough hours there to be considered a worker! Though that is a joke, it puts just how much I love this establishment into light. MorningSide bagels will never stop hitting the spot! As always, 1000/10 recommend for great coffee, great bagels, and great times. read more

Great bagels, service with a smile! I love their breakfast bagels. Now if they could only remove the carbs from the bagels!

THEY HAVE A DRIVE THRU! Friendly staff. Great variety of bagels, bagel sandwiches, coffees, and teas.

Yummy!!! The Hamlet is really good unique spin in a breakfast bagel. I enjoy the iced coffee - which they make with frozen coffee cubes instead of standard ice. If you get there and have a hankering to take some home - always check out their day old bin. A great bargain for their yummy bagels. The sitting area is a little small, but is comfy and the bathrooms are always clean. A bonus for kids (if you get there early enough) is that you can see the bagels being made. It's a lovely place and we have always had good service with a smile. read more

I remember when i discovered this bagel shop right around the corner from my job. I thought that would be interesting to try not knowing i would enjoy them so much. Really like the atmosphere of the shop, quiet and very good place to socialize(before pandemic). Their bagels are delicious my favorite are the spinach parmesan and the onion bagels. Breakfast sandwiches are awesome. If you want to have a good breakfast option definitely check this place out. read more

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MorningSide Bagels has been my go to breakfast stop for the past few months! While I no longer live in Maumelle, I still plan on making the trip! The staff is very friendly and they have even taken the time to remember my name. Definitely feels like home!! My fav orders: * The American on an Asiago * Chocolate Chip Bagel with Plain Cream Cheese read more

Cute little breakfast nook. The people are friendly and the food is amazing. However, I did give only four stars because their morning rush can be bit of a wait. Other than that, they are efficient and the interior is clean and surrounded with cute decor. They also have a outdoor seating area which I find adorable. read more

MorningSide Bagels - Everything bagel with jalapeno cream cheese - Bakeries Near Me - North Little Rock, Arkansas

My favorite is the everything bagel with salmon and capers. Bagels are fresh. Go early because they run out of bagels early

Best bagels we've ever had. Definitely tops Einstein Bros! The Bread & spread are individually tasty. Super cute & comfy place too. We had: *The American & Turkey sandwich. *Spinach stuffie. *Maple bacon bagels w/ jalapeño spread & honey almond spread. *Blueberry scone. Aaaaand a jalapeño bagel dog. EVERYTHING was do delicious read more

Yummy! Fast service on the way to work. The variety is just right. Convenient location.

I've been here twice and now I'm in love! I'm literally daydreaming about their Lox Bagel right now and it's 9PM (Lol). Their Turkey Bagel Sandwich did not disappoint either! Fresh ingredients! You can call in your order! Dine In space is welcoming and cozy! The staff are super nice! read more

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I believe I was charged 1.50 for adding creamer to my $6 coffee. I feel like that's excessive. The guy asked how the meal was and I asked if they usually toast the bagels. He assured me me that it was a lite toast, how most people like it but did not offer to remedy. I also feel there were a lot of questions upon ordering, not to determine how I like my coffee and sandwich but to see what else they can charge me for. Not stopping here again. read more