PopUp Bagels

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Both my daughter and I had this place on our radar before coming to NY and when we were exploring Williamsburg on a cold rainy Friday this was a no brainer! I was concerned with the hype these bagels have been getting that we would be dealing with long lines but fortunately we were able to walk right up and order. You cant order individual bagels. The minimum order is 3 but this gives you the opportunity to try all three of their offerings (everything, salt, & plain) and then you just "Rip & Dip" into your schmear (for us it was a scallion schmear). The bagels were hot and delicious and not heavy at all which is usually what im used to. They had a nice crust to them and good little chew but were also airy in a way. The schmear was also very good and they also offer special schmears which alternate. These could be my favorite bagels in all of NY! read more

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Ailun H.

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PopUp Bagels is so good! My friend had it saved on her list and it was a block away from where we are currently staying in Williamsburg. We stopped by around 9 AM this past Monday morning to pick up some bagels. The staff was nice and friendly. 3-PACK BAGELS (PLAIN) - 13 + 12 for 4oz smoked salmon + plain schmear (a small tub of plain cream cheese, but scallion would have been a great option to be honest) I think we can get any bagel type but we went with plain. They were really nice and ended up giving us four bagels (yum). Everything came unassembled -- a paper bag to hold four bagels, a tub of plain cream cheese, and smoked salmon in its original packaging. It was nice to make our own smoked salmon bagel sandwich and use as much (or as little) cream cheese as we wanted. We used half of the smoked salmon per bagel, which was the perfect amount. The cream cheese was strong and nicely whipped (and not dense!), and the bagels were fresh and had a nice texture but also not too much dough. It was a very filling breakfast that we both enjoyed. We still had two bagels left over which my friend enjoyed the next couple mornings with the left over cream cheese (and there was a lot left!). Overall, fair price for the amount of bagels we got, and we made two smoked salmon bagels out of it! read more

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Jadi A.

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First off delicious, secondly the two gentleman in there this morning had great customer service, will definitely come back!

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Peter C.

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Came here on a Saturday morning and surprised to find no line. We got the 3 piece with the scallion cream cheese costing $13. When I saw the everything bagel, this is TRULY an EVERYTHING and everywhere bagel. I don't think I've had an everything bagel where it's covered completely. The bagel was warm with a nice firm outside and soft fluffy inside. Paired with the scallion cream cheese, it's perfect. They also give a lot of cream cheese too. read more

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Monique R.

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I was influenced. I'm a lifelong New Yorker. I love and appreciate a good bagel. I've seen so many posts on IG and TT about Pop-up Bagels. The bagels are served warm with a side of cream cheese. To eat you rip and dip. The bagels at this location come in 3 flavors: poppy, sesame, and everything. We chose 1 of each and the scallion cream cheese. One thing is for certain, these bagels are piping hot. We ate immediately and we started with sesame, poppy, then everything. The everything was superior among the 3. These were just OK. I think they are a novelty and very trendy but not the best bagel I've ever had. The establishment is small and not meant for dining in. They serve coffee and have smoked salmon/whitefish spreads. The staff were kind and provided speedy service. Overall, I was influenced. I tried. I enjoyed but it was just OK for me. read more

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Peyton L.

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Super tasty bagels and awesome cream cheese flavors. Rip and dip style - dip bagel chunks into the cream cheese! read more

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Pretty legit. Tasty, chewy, and lots of cream cheese! Service was pretty quick. Shop was small, and I don't recall there were seats but I intended to take my order to go anyhow. No single bagel purchases, by three or six. Plain, everything, sesame, and salted were the options. Poppy wasn't ready when I arrived! As for the cream cheese, I got the scallion cream cheese. Super spreadable and delicious, I used it on other food items at home. I'm curious about the other funkier spreads - I saw a chili lime so will have to come back. This is ideal for 2-3 people. The bagels are on the smaller side so one alone wasn't enough for me. read more

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Jennifer N.

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I've been wanting to try pop up bagels ever since they first opened up in manhattan but was too scared of the long lines. So when I saw they were gunna open up a location in williamsburg, my body was ready. Theyre finally open and wow, these bagels are one of a kind. Its hard to explain the texture. Note: There's a 3 bagel minimum so come with someone to share or be prepared to eat 3 bagels in one day. Also, whoever is in charge of the aux cable has good tastes. I was shazamming every song. read more

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Brian O.

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Walking to the office, I randomly passed by Popup Bagels in Williamsburg. I've heard the hype for years but never tried it. Went in and was surprised there's a 3-bagel minimum with a spread. My first thought: what am I going to do with 3 bagels? Glad I did though -- they're smaller than your typical bagel, so it's not overwhelming. I got an everything, a sesame, and a salt bagel with scallion spread. The bagels were soft and fluffy, with the perfect chew, and the scallion spread was incredibly fresh and flavorful. Maybe I just got lucky, but on a Wednesday morning there was no line at all. Definitely recommend, especially if you want a lighter, more snackable bagel experience without sacrificing flavor. read more

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Hannah H.

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Popup Bagels can be be found in several locations as pop-ups or permanent locations, having their most recent location 'pop-up' in Williamsburg! As their other locations, the bagels here were hot and fresh, with a slight crisp exterior with a fluffy chewy interior. We went with their Everything and Poppy bagels, with the Scallion Cream Cheese; they also feature specialty butter and schmear of the week. Don't let the long line deter you - the staff and service was pretty efficient and keeps the line moving! +hot bagels +friendly service read more

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Jessy H.

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delicious bagels! the fluffiest bagels i've ever had. i will say, it's weird to me that i HAVE to get a pack of 3 and i can't just get 1. we got the scallion cream cheese and was delicious read more

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Steffanie G.

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Tried Pop Up Bagels today and overall, it was a really solid experience. The flavor of the bagels was excellent super fresh with that classic NY taste. I especially loved the scallion cream cheese creamy, flavorful, and generously spread. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that the bagels weren't as soft and fluffy as I expected. They had more of a chewy texture, which some people might love, but I personally prefer a little more softness. Still, the quality and flavor are definitely there, and I'll be back to try more. Great grab-and-go spot, and perfect if you're picking up for a group. read more

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Deepthi T.

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I got to experience the soft open of the PopUp Bagels location and it was a treat! The space has some indoor seating, decorated super well. The bagels are FRESH, and they do the "grip it, rip it, dip it" over here. I got an assortment of bagels with the scallion cream cheese and I was so happy! The salt bagel (I usually would get everything) was my favorite! I highly recommend eating these fresh/asap. The bagels have a nice crunch on the outside and soft on the inside. Sooo good! They have drip hot coffee and drinks in a fridge too. The cold brew was really good. You have to buy at least 3 bagels at a time, but I see it as a great way to try a couple or share with friends! read more

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Joy S.

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Much as I love their bagels, I feel that I am always short changed with my order. Always missing a piece everytime I order which is mostly a dozen. Since most of the time I am in a hurry to get home, I always forget to count the bagels that are given to me. Beware always count the bagels they give you ! read more

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Linh B.

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Fast and friendly service. The peppercini schmear was out of this world! Bagels are pretty good too. Its a rip your bagel into pieces and dip kind of place which is a nice change of pace. read more

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Megana V.

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love how fluffy and fresh these are!! I know these aren't typical new york bagels or whatever but they are GOOD!! and love that you can control the amount of spread and use the extra after hehe). no line on a weekday at noon lol! read more

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Sam B.

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Our daughter recommended this bagel shop for our NY trip and it didn't disappoint. The bagels - warm, doughy with good texture - was spot on. Both the scallion schmear and the limited time Grillo pickle de gallo were excellent. Tried the everything, plain, and salted, and liked the everything the best. The server was super friendly and helpful. Will definitely return next time we're in NY. read more

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Juni A.

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The bagels come out warm with a nice spread. You can order 3 or 6 with different kind of cream cheese of yr choice. I ordered sesame bagel & it has the perfect chewiness of a bagel. It's best to eat it while it's warm. It has an outside table where you can eat while standing up. read more

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Katelin G.

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Absolutely amazing. I've had plenty of bagels in my life nothing even remotely close to these. Came in for a bagel sandwich realized very quickly that is not the way they do things. The staff was quick to welcome me in and very patient and knowledgeable in answering all of my questions. You have to purchase three bagels and it makes sense since they come with a half a pound of cream cheese. I can only eat one 1.5 but was super excited to share with my co-works when I got back to the office and they also loved it! Hot, fresh, whole bagels straight out of the oven rip and dip style every 6-7 minutes. Genius read more

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Varsha T.

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i have been meaning to try this bagel spot since it became viral online and it did not disappoint. i shared the dozen bagels with two smears for $42. this week the specialty schmears were spinach artichoke cream cheese and tomato basil butter. both were absolutely delicious. the vibes inside of the shop are adorable. there is a few seats inside and everything is super branded and it's really cute. i also got a hat which was a little pink hat that said not famous but known, which is their logo and it was really really cute. so the bagels are served warm and they pair incredibly well with the flavored smears. i found the flavors to be such a great balance of present, but not overpowering. qnd when they're paired with the hot bagels, it's absolutely incredible. for the bagels, every single one was incredible and they had such a good seed to bagel ratio. they were served warm and they were super super soft inside. i definitely recommend. read more

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Very good egg cheddar bacon sandwich on biscuit. Outdoor space to eat. Nice breakfast walk

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Elizabeth M.

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Really good and fresh bagels! I don't love that you have to buy in multiples of three, plus a cream cheese, but oh well. The woman working at the register was nice. read more

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Obsessed is an understatement. My boyfriend and I think about these bagels more often than one should- warm, fluffy, simply perfect. This is by far my fave bagel in NYC, and since I've been here for over 15 years, I've eaten A LOT of bagels. Today we got the spicy pickle and a surprise butter candy corn schmear and we are dyinggggg over how freakin amazing they are. Keep doing what you're doing and don't change a thing. read more

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The one star is not about the bagels. It is for the dumb system they have whereby you have to buy three bagels and they give you a container of cream cheese to go with that, so you've got to spend about 12 or 13 dollars. I wanted to try one of their bagels, a single bagel, and did not want three bagels and did not want any cream cheese. I have never seen a bagel joint where you can not buy a single bagel. This is the dumbest fucken thing I've ever heard of. I wanted to try their bagels for the first time, not get three and cream cheese and spend 13$. Fucken stupid. read more

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More info about PopUp Bagels

661 Driggs Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Williamsburg - North Side
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(203) 297-8819
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https://www.popupbagels.com

Hours

What time does PopUp Bagels open?

PopUp Bagels opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does PopUp Bagels close?

PopUp Bagels closes at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does PopUp Bagels have catering options?

Yes, PopUp Bagels does have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does PopUp Bagels allow dogs?

Yes, PopUp Bagels allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does PopUp Bagels have parking?

Yes, PopUp Bagels has parking options. Validated Parking

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Popup Bagels serves bagels fresh from the oven for advanced orders. Please use our website to secure your dozen bagels along with one of our weekly schmear flavors

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Review Highlights - PopUp Bagels

“Hot, fresh, whole bagels straight out of the oven rip and dip style every 6-7 minutes.”

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