Orwasher's on the Upper West Side is a true bakery standout -- especially if you're a bagel lover. Their gluten-free bagels are a revelation: noticeably higher in quality than most gluten-free options out there. They've got that perfect chew and depth of flavor you usually only find in traditional bagels, making them worth seeking out even if gluten-free isn't a must for you. The atmosphere is charming and classic, and the staff are friendly and helpful, adding to the overall feel of a neighborhood favorite. The wait after ordering was quite long - approximately 15-20 minutes. That said, if you're stopping in for lunch sandwiches, just a heads-up -- the serving sizes are on the smaller side. They're beautifully crafted and delicious, but if you're especially hungry or looking for a hearty midday meal, you might find yourself wanting just a bit more. Overall, Orwasher's delivers exceptional quality -- especially with their gluten-free bagels -- and the cozy, welcoming vibe keeps you coming back. read more

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Two girls working this evening were screwing around and telling people to leave 10 minutes before close, like there's a nice way to do that, poor guy was handling the crowd by himself read more

Had a few valentines cookies: rainbow cookie, there take on black and white cookie. The rainbow cookie had a nice chocolate coating, was moist inside. The black and white cookie was soft, the icing was a bit sweet for my taste. Overall would look into purchasing cookies from here read more

Orwashers - Cafes Near Me - New York, New York

Yes their chocolate chip cookie is amazing. Super buttery and decadent, chewy with a lightly crunchy edge--if that's the style of cookie you prefer. I also got their everything bagel sandwich with the smoked salmon and it was pretty good too. Service was pretty fast and friendly. Inside is a bit hectic with the line, but lots of tables outside for a relaxing breakfast or brunch. read more

Orwashers - New York Breakfast - Cafes Near Me - New York, New York

I stopped in early yesterday afternoon and asked the cashier if the baguette was sourdough. She responded curtly that it was a baguette. I mentioned that some places make sourdough baguettes, but she seemed uninterested and directed me to the sliced sourdough instead. Overall, the interaction felt unfriendly, and it wasn't a great first impression. read more

Had the pistachio chocolate croissant, advertised as having been "seen on CBS NY." While the pictures made it look fluffier and taller, the actual thing was shorter. The croissant texture was decent, and the pistachio insides were clever, as they were sugared and crisped with pistachio nut. I think there needed to be more pistachio flavoring though. read more

I admit all the breads and over priced shmears and salads look great. I'm giving my low rating based on one very wrong order. But then why does a place like this serve something so overcooked, overheated and mediocre ? And terrible. I talk of the ham cheese and egg on a brioche bun for a $10. It's so unimaginative. So boring. So overnuked. It's not a sandwich it's a punishment. Also the coffee was served cold. I dunno. Surely a place that makes the best baguette in the city can make a better breakfast sandwich ? This was unforgivable. Like something you'd expect American Airlines to throw at you at the back of the plane. And if Orwashers can make and serve and charge for this, then they just don't deserve our business. read more

Been to Orwashers several times since I visit family in the area. Every single time I'm greeted with the same terrible, rude, attitudes by the staff. Not once, have I had a friendly service experience here. That being said, I do like some of their things enough to overlook that but I am writing this review in hopes of management addressing their rude staff. Their babkas is one of the best, I really like their breads and the donuts are so so. The cookies are really good as well. From the moment it's your turn you feel rushed and awkward as you may be still looking at the many displays and not know exactly what you want and they give a "what do you want, hurry up" attitude. I winded up being scared to ask for the bread I really wanted and got their prepackaged buns as I felt like I was a bother. I know that sounds ridiculous but as someone with social anxiety already, a rude staff member will literally result in me buying less things if I'm not comfortable asking. Wouldn't even mind if they offered some type of mobile ordering service so I don't have to interact with rudeness anymore. read more

New York breakfast was delicious. Unfortunately not that much salmon and I miss capers and red onion. Interesting change on a classic though. The pistachio crunch croissant was surprisingly very good. read more

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Staff was joking around not paying attention to customers. I ordered a sandwich at around 3pm. Was sick the next day with GI issues. read more

Love the ambiance in this cold weather. Almond croissant I lined for it twice. The pistachio one is ok.

I've been searching for a proper bakery that makes daily bread that is fresh and well made. And I've given this place SEVERAL chances and it just disappoints over and over again. I truly do not understand the appeal or why it's such a popular local spot. I find the baked goods to be non complex, flavorless and extremely dry. Like how is this even possible, even for a simple focaccia or a classic small baguette? In addition to the poor quality, I really do not believe the staff members enjoy working there as they are typically abrasive and very non customer friendly. The rude behavior towards customers is something that would be studied as I have witnessed staff members speaking to people with such dislike and hostility. If anyone wants better baked goods, a couple of blocks away there is Zabars which has glorious breads that are 100% better. read more

The food and drinks here are good, but the customer service leaves a lot to be desired. Out of the 6 times I've visited, 5 experiences were marked by unfriendly or inattentive service. Even when placing a pickup order, you're often stuck waiting in a long line. And if there's no line, the staff behind the counter usually won't acknowledge you unless you actively get their attention. Interestingly, delivery workers seem to have free access to the kitchen to grab their orders, while regular customers are left waiting to be noticed. read more

If you need a good breakfast spot in the Upper West Side, Orwashers needs to be on your list. The list of breakfast sandwiches and other options are definitely a great way to start the day. (No, this is not sponsored but I wish it was). I got the New York Breakfast and a cold brew. Perfect amount of salmon and dill cream cheese. I liked the onions but kind of wish they were chopped into smaller pieces. Regardless it tasted amazing and I would go back! read more

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Fantastic friendly service. Too salty of goods. A nice woman helped me and was uber patient with my order. Thank you! I got $50 of good. Bagels, onion breads, and croissants. Cream cheese is $6, a little steep imo, for $2.50 bagels. The bagels were average. A little salty. Nothing groundbreaking. The croissants were terrific. Wish I'd spent the whole $50 on those. Maybe their sweets are better cuz anything salty was too much. The onion breads were too much. Way too much onion. Nice corner stop and nice inside. read more

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Great bakery, great freshly baked bagels, love the authenticity.... But how a bagel with cream cheese and 2 slices of salmon is 12$!, when by itself bagel is 2$. It was still perfect bagel, they one I would expect to get in NY, just slightly hard on the edge. Perfectly toasted though. Been there before and probably would come back Would recommend it to everyone. I love that it's bakery, the ambience and style. Service is also fast and friendly. Oh, they also have great coffee! read more

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We enjoyed bagels after the Macy's Thanksgiving parade - it was understandably busy - our bagels were very good. Really enjoyed the New York Breakfast (Everything bagel, Dill cream cheese, Lox, onion) and the rest of the crew ordered bagel sandwiches with an egg - which they reported (and looked like )they were delivered from Sysco - rubbery/processed. Coffee drinks were good and we split a terrific Chocolate Chip cookie - so large plenty to share! Great place - just avoid the egg sandwiches. read more

Living just a block away from Orwasher's Bakery on the Upper West Side, I'm a regular who pops in about twice a week, and the experience is a frustrating mix of admiration and disappointment. The quality of their baked goods is exceptional--crusty baguettes with a perfect chew, flaky almond croissants that melt in your mouth, and hearty rye and sourdough loaves that showcase their century-old craft. The ingredients are top-tier, and the flavors reflect the care put into each item. The bagels are quintessentially New York, with a crisp exterior and dense, chewy interior. The glaring issue, though, is their inventory, or lack thereof. Like my friends in the neighborhood, I often leave empty-handed, even when visiting well before noon. It's maddening to hear that 80% of their stock, including staples like baguettes, are gone by 11 am. As a local who frequents the bakery, this isn't a one-off--it's a pattern thats getting progressively worse. How does a bakery run out of baguettes so early, especially when they're open until 6 pm? Its a failure to meet local demand. Orwasher's quality is undeniable, but the consistent sell-outs make it unreliable for anyone who can't sprint over at opening. I'd love to see them scale up production or prioritize neighborhood regulars to match their stellar baking with better availability. Until then, it's a hit-or-miss experience. **2/5 stars**--the quality is there, but you would never know it since they're probably out of whatever you went in for. read more

I need to check this place out in person! Bagel was okay, but I think the reason I was not super impressed is because it was slightly cold from delivery. I did love the care it was packaged with, so I hope I can check this place out soon! read more

Orwashers - Everything Bagel with Chive Cream Cheese - Cafes Near Me - New York, New York

I ordered a chocolate doughnut and it was at least a day old. When I brought it back in and told them, they gave me another one that was also at least a day old. I also ordered a mocha and that was good. Just don't order the doughnuts cuz they're old. read more

I was on the Upper West Side on a Sunday after visiting the flea market and passed by Orwashers and saw their Pistachio Crunch Croissant. Decided to try one and it did not disappoint. It was not overly sweet or messy. It was crunchy with just a smidge of yummy pistachio cream and some chocolate. I'd eat another one next time I'm near an Orwashers. read more

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Pros Located on the restaurant row of Amsterdam avenue Friendly staff Fast service Fresh pastries Bagels well priced Outside seating $$ Cons Underwhelming pastries read more

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Nothing to complain about, nothing to write home about, either. A sweet cafe with nice looking baked goods and decent coffee. There's a good amount of seating both inside and out, which is nice, and relatively rare. My macchiato was good and came out quickly. The apple crumb muffin I ordered was slightly dry, but I did stop by around 4:00 PM, so take that with a grain of salt. read more

Croissants are a 5! Sandwiches are excellent too. I order delivery and it works well. Eating in the store is pleasant too. Their cherry cream cheese danish are to die for. Not so fond of the earl grey cream pistachio crunch thing, but others rave about it. You'll find items here to please. Even the chocolate croissants are excellent. read more

It's the new place for all the bike delivery guys to order 1 coffee & hang out for hours taking up all the stools & constantly using the bathroom & management isn't doing anything. read more

I love Orwashers. I've been shopping there for years.. The staff is helpful and pleasant, and the products are amazing.. their newest addition to the menu has made me the happiest. SOURDOUGH BAGELS. read more

One of my favorite bakeries in NYC this place is a gem. The chocolate chip cookie is an easy top 3 for me in New York. Always really nice staff and even had some seating if you wanted to eat there! Couldn't recommend more read more

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Excellent Sourdough bread. First time I had a sourdough bagel - a bit dense but excellent I warmed it in microwave for 20 seconds. Sourdough bread is one of the best I've had ever read more

This place has excellent baguettes and croissants! We ate here for a month. Every morning they open up at 7:00am and the fresh breads are ready! My European in laws love this place. Service is fast. There're some seatings. read more

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I normally love this place, but the man working the register on Sunday at 11:30am on March 1st was so rude. He is a tall white looking man with scruffy beard. What a jerk! Everyone else who works there is kind. read more

Great bread! That alone is sufficient. Seems very clean and staff is friendly and efficient.

The best breads, pastries, etc. like much else, pricy, but worth it. A NYC classic and so glad they are still with us.

Can't speak for the coffee, as they were so slow and backed up I didn't want to wait to get any, but I tried a chocolate scone and almond croissant, neither were fantastic. The croissant especially was dry without much actual almond flavor. The scone was fine, but not worth waiting in line and dealing with the grumpy staff on a Saturday morning around 10am. I wouldn't actively avoid this place, but if you see a line, maybe keep walking somewhere else. read more

My friends love cookies from Orwashers so much. They brought us a couple of times and we finally had a chance to visit there. The options were in a great variety and the staff was friendly. We got a slice of Sticky Roll Babka, one Almond Croissant and 2 packs of Granola. The price was decent and the portion was reasonable as an artisan bakery. We love the Almond Croissant, the filling was creamy with crispy layers, it was amazingly delicious. The Babka wasn't our type, the walnut was off-balanced in proportion with the Babka itself in our opinion. The granola was also good, which was baked properly with plenty of different ingredients. read more

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Terrific breads and pastries here! Been in business for over 100 years and still cranking out the delicious baked goods they are known for. Had a giant flaky croissant today, along with an amazing morning bun. Both delicious. Also picked up a loaf of bread which they sliced for me. Friendly service. Reasonable prices. Tasty hot coffee too. Worth an early morning visit to start the day. Not the place to go if you're dieting or watching that carb intake! read more

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Orwashers Upper West Side Orwashers Bakery is well over 100 years in business. I've lived on the Upper West Side and now on the Upper East Side and purchased their baked products at both locations for years. They supply their delicious breads to local eateries too. I've never had a meal at this location. I'm buying my breads and pastries and leaving. I do prefer the location on the Upper East Side. They have given me a free sample to try before I purchase. So far my favorite is their Black and White Cookie. The loaves of bread are excellent too. It's all good! I'm recommending if you visit NYC you stop in for a muffin, cookie, or croissant. You won't be disappointed. read more

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After reading online that Orwashers had some of the top rated Rugelach, I went with my sister to check it out. It's always busy when I pass by so I figured there was hope that the interwebs would be correct. Sadly not. The rugelach had raisins in it and were super bland. My sister got other pastries and said she was also similarly disappointed in them. I will not return to Orwashers. Avoid the rugelach!! read more

I'm loving the new takeout Orwasher Tote bag. I did something right today, to be gifted with my now favorite Orwasher Tote Bag . BTW - On any given day, I receive stellar customer service and care; along with a welcoming smile. Also, if you give a smile ; you just might get one back in return. read more

Orwashers - My delicioso purchase (Caramelizes Bali's; Banana bread slices and the Tomato Herb focaccia bread. Yummy - Cafes Near Me - New York, New York

We stopped by on the weekend for a quick snack. We loved the tomato focaccia. It was savory, fluffy, and delicious. The line was a little hectic though. The line was winding in front of the door and there were frustrated customers trying to enter and exit through the line but the line didn't have much other space to move aside to. There are some tables outside but it was easier to just stroll along and eat as we walked. read more

I love Orwashers chocolate chip cookie. best on the uws but they overcharge for their bagel with lox and cream cheese 12.95 for a lovely bagel, a lot of cream cheese and two meager slices of smoked salmon. It is a rip off!! should cost half that. so my review has changed. read more