I love this stop. The bagels are always super fresh and delicious. The service is also pretty quick. I particularly love how the bagels aren't too big and they have a good cream cheese ratio. I got a marble bagel with fig and honey schmear which was delicious. I also got a tasty strawberry rugelach pastry. Parking can be tricky depending what time of day you go. There is a nice park down the street to sit and enjoy. read more

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Pigeon Bagels, worth the hype? Worth the wait? Yep & yep. Did you know they've been nationally recognized by Food & Wine as well as Bon Appetit? Pretty amazing considering they've only had their brick and mortar since 2019. Who remembers getting their amazing bagels at the Bloomfield Saturday Market before the brick & mortar opened? ME! I lived down the street & looked forward to getting them. Who remembers them selling at the Squirrel Hill Farmers Market too? ME! I have spent enough time in NYC to really know bagels and Pigeon has been at the top of that game from the start. Proper bagels...boiled & hand-rolled! Faves: Everything bagel Plain bagel Veg bagel sandwich Jalapeno schmear Herb schmear *they have a different bagel flavor of the month Did you know everything they offer is certified kosher? Yep! Donut Day is the second Wednesday of the month. Coffee served is from Redhawk. read more

We got the classic lox on plain (4/5) and with herb tofu schmear on marble (3.5/5), a pizza bagel (4.25/5), a plain (4/5), and a marble (3/5). The bagel sandwiches were good; relatively standard for a bagel spot. The pizza bagel was pretty good and unique! It and the plain bagel had a nice slightly crunchy outside. The marble bagel was ok, like something you would get from a grocery store; it was too soft and chewy and had a weird glaze/crust when you bit into it. The service was ok but a bit slow (3.5/5); the line was about 10 people in front of us, and it took about 15-20 minutes. read more

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I traveled back to Pittsburgh for the first time in 5 years. When I lived here, I was surprised to find a dearth of quality bagel places in Squirrel Hill. The Bagel Factory has a long history of issues related to management, and Pigeon Bagels was relatively new when I moved here. I was struck by the quality of the kosher, hand-rolled bagels. Not needing to be toasted, best complemented with Redhawk drip coffee. Nestled next to a supplies studio off Hobart, Pigeon Bagels is there for you. Tasty bagel sandwiches and amazing Jewish pastries. Must get the Rugelach. My vegan wife agreed with me, and she loved her herb tofu schmear. You wait in a line and the inside is limited in space for customers, so most people wait outside. Not an issue. I love the store facade, very Wes Anderson-inspired. There's a cute mural as well. Pigeo Bagels- I missed you. read more

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Pigeon Bagel was pretty good overall. There was a line when I got there so I had to wait outside. They only allow about five people inside at a time, so you just wait until people leave before going in. Once you walk inside though, the smell is amazing. It smells like fresh bread and sweets being made, which is exactly what they do. I ordered a bagel with lox and also grabbed a donut. The bagel was good, although it was a little hard for me, but that could have been because I waited a bit before eating it. The fish on the bagel was really good and I enjoyed it a lot. The donut was a nice little treat too. I will definitely come back again to try another bagel and more items. I like that this is more of a grab and go spot rather than a sit down restaurant. It feels simple, fresh, and worth revisiting. read more

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So hype they still had bagels and no line on a Saturday afternoon! The shop is very small and cute. The staff was nice and they have good coffee from redhawk I believe. I really liked my latte. We got the vegan carrot lox and tofu schmear on bagels and maybe it's because I'm used to NY bagels, but I didn't love the texture of the bagel. The carrot lox was also so astringent I couldn't eat it. It was not good. The bagel was very chewy and not flavorful. I think I definitely need to come back and just get a bagel with jelly and peanut butter or butter. The bagels were definitely so pretty though. read more

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Downed this bagel before I could get a picture of it! Their everything bagel is great, with the everything seasoning covering the whole bagel. Super quick and easy spot to get to and just pick up some breakfast! read more

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Pigeon Bagels consistently shows up as a must-visit in Pittsburgh, so we made a trek here with friends when visiting the city. We heard about their super long lines and propensity to sell out, so we arrived right before they opened (and the line was already a few folks deep!). The location is conveniently in Squirrel Hill with plenty of accessible parking near by. Pigeon Bagels is simply a bagel shop without seating, so if you are planning to consume your bagel right away, it's good to have a game plan. We did not, but luckily we found a very close by park where we snagged a table to enjoy our meal! As mentioned, Pigeon is a classic bagel spot in Squirrel Hill. It's relatively no frills on the inside, just a counter where you order (and can see the magic) and a few plants and merch. The star of the show are the bagels, which they offer as single bagels with or without cream cheese or spread or as a sandwich (lox, veggies, vegan lox). You can order a dozen bagels (they do limit to 2), and they also sell day-old bagels at the register (it was like $4 for 6 bagels, quite the steal and would highly recommend!). The flavors are simple, offering ~6 options daily. I went for the garlic & seasalt bagel, and at the recommendation of an employee, I paired it with the fig and honey schmear. This was a combo I never would have dreamed of, but the sweet and savory worked so well. The bagel was legit quality - you can tell it was just made that day and with finesse. The flavors were nicely proportioned to the dough itself. The schmear was outstanding - I still kick myself for not ordering a tub to go! It was just sweet enough and so creamy, I could easily envision eating it from a spoon. All my dining partners spoke just as highly of their bagel options, too! Pigeon also offers coffee and a few pastries to round out their menu, although we did not indulge in those. Pigeon's pricing is a little steep for Pittsburgh - ~$5 for a bagel and cream cheese and ~$27 for a dozen fresh bagels. The quality is worth it, but I was a little shocked to see that myself. As mentioned, the deal is to get the day-old bagels to enjoy when you get home (I'm glad they offer this). The line and sell-out risk is a little unusual for Pittsburgh, but the hype is real. I would love to see them expand to meet the demand and to potentially offer some close-by seating. Perhaps on a return visit to PGH I will be pleasantly surprised! read more

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On a visit to Pittsburgh, our eight-year-old daughter was craving a bagel. Yelp brought us here and we're so glad they did. Our daughter loved their plain bagel and plain schmear. My wife ordered the plain bagel with strawberry schmear and I the sesame bagel with fig and honey schmear. The bagel had good texture, but the scmears lacked flavor. Both tasted like plain, which makes me think they accidentally gave us plain. We also ordered a poppy pastry, which wasn't put in our takeout bag. The cinnamon honey latte was tasty! I did enjoy seeing so many people in line. It seems like a true community spot. read more

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The bagel is unlike any other bagel in the city. The cream cheese is incredible. The line is always very long but I think it's worth it. Staff inside is very very friendly but cashier was very slow and the main contributor to the slow line. read more

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Went on a Sunday, about 30-40 minutes wait. Bagels were extremely fresh, saw them steaming when they cut ours open. Got the monthly favor, Blueberry, with regular cream cheese and the everything bagel with garlic scape cream cheese (I think limited). Everything bagel had a nice crisp outside and gave a nice bite. Blueberry was a bit more doughy, had a chew to it instead it tearing off. Just enough blueberry flavor. LOTS of cream cheese in each bagel, was the perfect amount. Staff works quick and the inside is super cozy. read more

Pigeon Bagels - Everything Bagel with Garlic Scrape and Blueberry with Plain - Bagels Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Really 3 1/2 stars Bagel had nice chew & crunch - excellent, top notch. Small hut with line outside, but moves quickly. Less stars for messing up order - plain bagel had schmear (hubs had to scape off) and my chai latte was half full. read more

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Great bagels - nice crispy exterior with a good chew. Solid spread of cream cheeses and seasonal options. Also a decent amount of vegetarian / vegan options as well. Their coffee is also great and they use a La Marzocco espresso machine. A little pricey - got the lox and a cold brew and with tip it was $20. But worth it for a nice breakfast splurge. read more

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The bagels are clearly BURNT. Then they have an attitude when asked for bagels without black carbon. They said these are light. See photo read more

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I haven't had a whitefish salad bagel for years as they are not available in my home state. So when in Pittsburgh, I sought out a place that features them. Pigeon bagel was a bit of a drive but it was fun to see the Squirrel Hill neighborhood as we drove to get our bagels. My wife ordered a plain bagel with a veggie nosh that she really enjoyed. And my whitefish salad on a garlic salt bagel was just what I wanted. The space is cozy and as for the parking, it is tight and there is no seating, so plan to eat in your car. The staff were pleasant and diverse which we liked. So all in all, Pigeon bagels hit all the right points for us and we'd love to try it again given the opportunity. read more

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Was the bagel good? It was edible Was it worth the wait? Not for me Stood in line and overheard others talking about how these are the best bagels ever. The positive reviews had me convinced as well, which is what lead me to make the drive. Not sure I get the hype around this place. It was ok, but nothing to write home about. We stood in line for about 30 minutes on a cold Saturday morning - a seemingly shorter wait than other yelpers have reported. The bagel seemed kind of hard and not very fresh. Not soft at all. My jaw actually popped trying to bite through the sandwich. Street parking is limited. I got lucky and found a spot close by. Service was friendly enough at least. The vegan carrot lox looked delicious, but I got the classic smoked salmon. There is a small wooden "perch" outside the entrance, but otherwise there is no seating inside or outside. Really disappointed as I was expecting much better quality. read more

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The line is daunting and also a sign that these bagels might be pretty good. The line goes quick and possibly the best bagels I've ever had. On top of that... everyone seemed to be on top of it and still very friendly. read more

There is always a bit of a wait because the bagels and cream cheese are just that good. Best bagels in Pittsburgh. Full stop. Also the coffee is so good that I had to track down the source. Go try this place. read more

I'll start with they were good but I don't get the hype. There was a line when I arrived. They weren't out of this world or in my minimal experience, like a NY bagel. Considering size, the bagels I received were small. They felt tiny in my hand? The garlic sea salt was a great flavor! I loved the crunch of the garlic and sea salt. I opted for jalapeño schmear - wasn't super flavorful but maybe my bagel flavor over powered the jalapeño. I took a marble bagel with fig and honey schmear to go for later. I'm not always on this side of town. Again, the bagel felt small in size. This bagel however was more like a NY bagel - soft on the inside with a nice crunch on the outside. I wish I would have eaten that one when it was fresh. They have vegetarian & vegan options which I loved to see on the menu! I can't speak to all of their baked goods but their GF and Vegan Brownies (not pictured) are absolutely delicious. Overall, my experience was great. Service was quick and friendly. The shop is super tiny so you're in and out which I liked. I can't say I would go out of my way to go again but if I'm in the neighborhood & have time to kill I may stumble by again. read more

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6/28/25 Ate List: Plain Bagel with Strawberry Cream Cheese - 7.8 Pigeon Bagel is an institution that has eluded me for awhile now. Nearly every morning I've driven by, there is a line proceeding out of the store and down the sidewalk. Similar to a Thyme Machine situation in Bloomfield. I think of it more for the line than the food and their fans will wait 30/45 minutes or more on the particularly packed days. This morning, was shocked to be early enough to see no line outside so made a point to stop. The bagel is great. A good, local, fresh baked bagel - if you're hunting for it, this is the spot. Tastes great. Got the Strawberry schmear and wish I had a spoon - it was like a medium twist ice cream cone with the cream cheese being the ice cream and the bagel being the cone. With some bites, I would get no bagel and just cheese. If it's your thing, nothing wrong with it, you'll be happy. I could see stopping in to either pick up a half dozen or to get one with some cream chz. If you're looking for more sandwich options, there is Thyme Machine (not worth the wait in my mind), Brooklyn Bagel in Lawrenceville is alright, Phat Bagel in Bloomfield (limited hours and usually a pop up that is up and coming), and if you would go out of the city for a really amazing option - Beaver Bagel is worth the drive. This spot is still great. Very happy it's here. But if I'm waiting more than 15/20 minutes outside for it - I think I'd go elsewhere. read more

Decent everything bagel with lox and da works for about $12. Visiting my son who just moved to Pittsburgh for his medical fellowship training and he had heard great things regarding Pigeon Bagels. The line stretched out the door and down the block (tiny place with some pizza style ovens) in large part due to the fact that there is limited indoor space to select and pay for and consume your food, as well as no seating inside and only a small counter outside. Food was quite good and the hard working and congenial staff were very friendly. We will be back. A dozen bagels is about $25. We liked the non-food social commitment inside and alternative offerings too (see pics for context). Solid place - we will be back for sure ! They need to consider adding scallion cream cheese and offer a pumpernickel and marble everything bagel too ! Just saying. read more

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Finally got an opportunity to try Pigeon Bagels and I wasn't disappointed!!! The everything bagel with honey and fig had a great balance of sweet and savory and the garlic and salt bagel with the herb cream cheese complemented each other sooo well! I also got an iced coffee and it wasn't terrible, but I've definitely had better coffees elsewhere. read more

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Cute bagel spot buried within a neighborhood. This is an outdoor shop so it is perfect when the weather is nice. There was no line when I went so we got the bagels quickly. The classic lox was perfect with the capers, onions, and the crunch of the warm bagel. However, the blueberry bagel was on the chewier and tougher side and the fig & honey cream cheese got overwhelmingly sweet. I would come back to get the classic lox again or try another savory bagel. read more

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The staff is friendly and the bagels are delicious, but the line is very long on the weekends. We went at 10am on a Sunday and it was about a 45 minute wait. Once you get inside and order, it goes pretty quickly, but getting inside is the hard part. read more

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I had been hearing that this was one of the best bagel spots in Pittsburgh so I stopped in one day on my way to work. Unfortunately, there were only three everything bagels left so I snagged them and ordered a blueberry iced latte (the blueberry syrup is made in house!) Such a cute, cozy spot with an authentic menu and the bagels are some of the closest to those I've had in NYC. Definitely worth a stop or several. read more

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Pigeon Bagels hands down serves the best bagels in Pittsburgh! They're chewy, soft, and flavorful - especially the garlic bagel. They are best fresh; I've realized they are nearly as good a day or two after if you plan on bringing some home with you. I plan to make Pigeon a regular stop when I'm in the area!! read more

I've been to Pigeon bagels a couple times before, and can say with certainty that the quality has significantly declined. The workers move with no urgency, even when there is a line around the block. I waited 45 minutes in the rain, which would've been understandable were there not only ~15-20 customers in front of us. When we FINALLY got our bagels, they were somehow both cold and stale, despite being marketed as "fresh out the oven". Biting into it was like trying to tear off a piece of rubber with my teeth. If thats not bad enough, the bagels were wayyyyy too salty. The latte was also bad, as it was extremely milky. Not worth all the hype. read more

Bagels are tasty, and have a good chew to them. The schmear is creamy and almost buttery. For the price, I do wish the bagels themselves were larger, but the cream cheese portion is well worth it. The long wait times are the toughest part, and it could be helpful if they used both their takeout window and indoor cashier to take orders to cut down on wait times. read more

So sorry to say, not with the hype, price or time in line. Like really, just don't bother! Wish we hadn't. The bagels don't just have a chew to them, these will literally hurt your jaw halfway through one very small bagel. Not sure if they just aren't really fresh or something was wrong but they were so hard to eat and chew. The cream cheese squirted right out of the bagel when you bite into it because of how hard the bagel was. Boring flavors of bagels. Pumpkin had a somewhat pumpkin taste but hardly. I also got the apple rugelach which had no apple taste at all. If this is the best bagels in Pittsburgh, just go to bruegers. Side note, they only have plant butter, they don't do any toasting and there's no bagel sandwiches except for with lox. My only reason for the 2 star review was because I got fig and honey cream cheese on my bagel and it was pretty good, basically just sweet cream cheese but I liked it. Pass. read more

If I could eat a garlic and salt bagel from Pigeon everyday, I would be incredibly happy. First, they are so fresh, soft and chewy - and when you orders schmear, they don't put an aggressive amount on, like some places. This is a very small place, so only so many folks are allowed inside. I was able to watch in immediately on a Thursday morning - but stood in line for 30 minutes on a Sunday morning. So just be prepared for that! I've had two different seasonal lattes from them and didn't love them - but I'm here for the bagels, so don't mind. They also have different pastries for sale. read more

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I stopped by here a couple of Sundays ago with my wife and our twins for our morning coffee. Every Sunday morning we try to hit up a new local coffee shop and on this morning we decided to go to Pigeon Bagels. Even though coffee isn't their main attraction, they do make coffee based drinks. This store is located on Hobart Street in Squirrel Hill. It's a tiny location and so they only allow 5 customers into the store at once. We were maybe the 3rd group waiting to go inside whenever we arrived but by the time we have left there was a long line of at least 10 groups. So there can a long wait! Once inside they have an area where you can order from that has a pastry case nearby and at another counter is their espresso machine. For my bagel on this morning I went with a marble bagel with a fig and honey schmear while my wife went with a classic lox. Then we got each of our twins a giant sprinkle covered rugelach. For our coffees I went with the cinnamon honey latte while my wife went with the []. The first thing that I ate was my bagel and I enjoyed it immensely. There was a huge amount of schmear on it which I appreciated since the fig and honey in it provided a touch of sweetness. The bagel was also awesome with a nice chew to it from the exterior but a softer interior. My wife also enjoyed her lox very much and my twins gobbled down their rugelachs. So I would have to say that all of the food we ordered from here was a huge success. The coffee was no slouch either (they use RedHawk coffee) as I enjoyed the rich coffee paired with the milk with the touch of sweetness and spice from the cinnamon and honey. My wife also really her [] here too. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. Our whole family thought that the food was awesome while my wife and I enjoyed our coffees as well. read more

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I spend a lot of time in New York City and regularly stash bagels from my favorite spot there in my luggage to bring home. Talking to a local NYC transplant friend recently about few Pittsburgh bagels measure up, she asked if I had tried Pigeon. She said anytime she goes, she brings home a dozen to freeze. I knew she would not steer me wrong so, before the New Year's Day holiday, I decided to set out to fill my freezer with some really good bagels. Pigeon is a tiny spot with a few parking spots for patrons, but you will most likely find street parking around the corner. You will then wait in a short line until it's your turn to go in, as they allow five patrons in the small shop at once. The staff is so friendly, helpful and efficient. There are only about a handful of bagel types, schmears and sandwiches, so your choices should be quick. I got half a dozen to take home, a container of fig and honey cream cheese that sounded absolutely dreamy, and could not pass up a sandwich with vegan carrot lox to try. They even have a herb tofu schmear. Amazing!! The garlic and sea salt bagel combines two of my favorite bagel flavors and is absolutely delicious. Just the right amount of crunch and chewiness; this is a true NY style bagel. My vegan carrot lox, which came with red onions and capers as well, was such a treat. I've never had actual lox since I've been a vegetarian since age 5, but this had a rich savory, smoky taste, and it was clear how much thought and care had been put into the ingredients. I was so impressed with this offering, both in the fact that it existed at all and in its execution. I also got a delicious cold brew, and the first of my half dozen bagels at home was so delicious with the slightly sweet, creamy, fig-dotted cream cheese. I'm guessing you can't go wrong with anything you order here. I am sure I will be back far too often than is good for my waistline. Wonderful. read more

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LOVE this bagel place!! Their bagels are so huge and perfectly chewy, and crusty. And they're so generous with the cream cheese too. I'm obsessed with figs so my favorite cream cheese option is the fig & honey. I paired it with the sesame bagel, and it was delicious (although hard to eat since the sesame seeds kept falling off with every bite). Wish they had seating, but it's more of a grab and go type place. There will probably be a line but it's worth the wait! Some of the best bagels in Pittsburgh for sure. The staff are friendly and it's really cool seeing the bagels being freshly made inside the store. read more

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I was brought up in San Francisco. Every Sunday morning my Dad and I would drive to McAllister St. to pick up bagels; this would also include lox, cream cheese, onions and capers. BTW, yes, I'm part of that tribe! As I grew up and moved around from place to place I (kind of) kept up that tradition: New York - Russ & Daughters Los Angeles (Sherman Oaks actually) - Hanks Bagels Chicago (Skokie actually) - New York Bagel & Bialy Corporation D.C. - Goldberg's New York Bagels So, arriving in Pittsburgh this week to meet with some friends, I (of course) had an itch for a "loaded" bagel. I mentioned that to one of my sons and he told me, "You're in Pittsburgh? Then, ya gotta go the Pigeon Bagels. They make the best bagels in the city!" Well, from the mouths of babes - he was spot on correct. Pigeon was as good as all of the bagel houses mentioned above. Their menu had so many iterations of what a "loaded" bagel could be, I had to stop and take notice of my choices; but in the end, I had my usual bagel with lox, cream cheese, onions and capers. It was truly delicious. My wife had their veggie bagel with a schmear of hummus. She loved it. Their coffee was really (really) good and the service was wonderful. We ate these robust sandwiches in our car and I was terrified they would ooze cream cheese and hummus all over the place and make a mess. Low and behold, both bagels stayed together so well, it defied physics? Not a crumb or bit of debris anywhere. This was impressive! I loved Pigeon Bagels! It now sits on my very "Heady" bagel list. read more

Pigeon Bagels - Great place to grab a bite - Bagels Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Very busy. The food was amazing. I had a chopped liver sandwich that was loaded with liver. ( Yes I like liver) I also had the matzo ball soup. So flavorful and loaded matzo balls and noodles. I highly recommend this place. But be prepared to wait a little. The place was packed. But it looked like there was a fast turn around. read more

This is a small space that packs a big punch, offering some of the best bagels in town. Pittsburgh does not have many options for quality bagels made in-house, I am thankful that Pigeon is here producing high quality bagels and schmears. I got an everything bagel that was fresh and had the perfect bagel texture. It paired well with the latte that I ordered. While their specialty is bagels, the latte was solid and the coffee is a nice feature of this shop. Service was friendly and professional. They are definitely running a premium operation, so stop by to support local excellence! read more

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Best bagels in Pittsburgh. My favorite combo is garlic and salt with herb schmear and cucumbers and bell peppers. If you don't get there by 9:30 on a weekend, expect a line, but waiting in line is part of the experience. If you're really smart, I suggest going right when they open up for very fresh deliciousness bagels. Also coffee is very good!! read more

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Years ago I would have rated this 5 stars, but a lack of improvement post covid definitely takes the shine off. Plus there are other options. Food wise I would say it is still between 3 and 4, it's just the time+value that feel off. Prices have gone considerably up (which I understand given grocery prices) but the wait is ridiculous (45 min plus) even if you just want bagels + spread to go. It would be nice to introduce preorders with outside pickup if all I want is a spread and uncut bagels to go. I get waiting for custom items, but again the food+ price isn't worth 45 minutes. If you catch then weekly for weekend drops in Shadyside, everythingsesameplain.com is way way better. read more

I've gotten bagels form Pigeon twice and both times I've been blown away by their incredible titular food. Their bagels are the best in Pittsburgh, no question in my mind. They're chewy, soft, and have a perfect bite. The schmears are also fantastic, I especially love the fig and honey flavor. They also offer excellent baked treats such as rugelach, challah, and cinnamon rolls (which also may be the best in the city). They serve great coffee as well! It's a to-go setup, with a small cashier station inside where you place your order and get your food in a quick span of time. They have a very wise rule of only 5 people inside at a time, which prevents chaos or confusion with orders and allows for a less crowded experience. It's not on Murray or Forbes, more of a residential street corner, and it's street parking only. It's a very popular spot, so if you're going on a Saturday morning, prepare to wait at least 20 minutes in line. I cannot emphasize this enough - the wait is worth it. And that's coming from someone who drives 30 minutes to get to Squirrel Hill! I'm eager to return soon and try some more flavors and enjoy some fun seasonal treats in the coming weeks. Selfishly I don't want Pigeon to get any more popular because it's already SO busy, but at the same time, I want everyone to experience the magic of these bagels! read more

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Pretty disappointed in this spot unfortunately - it has so much hype online that I tried it twice (thinking maybe I just got a bad batch the first time) but both times, it was just meh. The bagels are a bit tough and dry, and the lox and cream cheeses weren't anything special. I did enjoy the pickled peppers on my sandwich though, and thought the flavoring on the garlic & seasalt bagel was very good. Plus it's cool they offer vegan lox & the menu description of it sounded great! read more