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    4.4 (51 reviews)

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    Raya M.

    Finally made my way back here and definitely satisfied my cravings for lox bagels! If I'm honest, the bagels aren't my absolute favorite, I would love for them to be a little fluffier (if that makes sense), they were a little dense and the toppings make the bagel. The Arnold Palmers were quality, definitely has my 5 star approval. Customer service was exceptional, they were so kind and they came out just to let us know our drinks will take a couple more minutes.

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    Kevin M.

    If you're bored of the usual bagel and lox, then you need to check out Smögen Appetizers ASAP. They offer so many different selections of bagel sandwiches, you'll likely order a variety like my wife and I did. Smögen Appetizers is located inside Vintage Wine + Eats in Studio City near the intersection of Laurel Canyon and Ventura Blvd. As for parking, it will either be metered parking or a small lot in the back. They are only open Friday-Sunday from 7am-2pm so coming here will be a tasty weekend treat. The restaurant itself is located inside a wine bar so you will get the best of both worlds if you decide to dine in. The inside is clean, modern, with plenty of seats. When dining in, you just place your order at the register then the food will be brought to your table. The bagels are served open face and you have the option to order a half or full. Since we wanted to try a variety, we shared four halves between the both of us. Another bonus is that each bagel has a recommended wine pairing! Overall Smögen Appetizers is a great place to grab a fresh, delicious bagel paired with a nice glass of wine.

    New Yorker (full) taken to go
    Vicky P.

    Great brunch spot with outside seating! Went on sat at 11 am and were about half full. Portions are actually bigger than I thought. There are some photos on Yelp of bagels cut in half and I thought that was the "half" portion- it's not. We got 3 full sizes for 2 ppl, which was a lot of food! We tried Rakt Lax, Salmon Mouse scrabble and the New Yorker. My favorite was the salmon Mouse scrabble, which is mostly scrabbled eggs. The Side of bacon was perfectly crispy and comes with 4 pieces.

    Left: mimosa Right: shogun
    Melissa L.

    Smogen was definitely the best find of 2023 and we ended the year with a bang having stopped at this spot for brunch on New Year's Eve. This bagel spot is surely going to be the hot spot on this side of town for brunch once more people catch wind of it. The bagels are truly unique and the flavors are outstanding. An extra bonus that they have wonderful cocktails and really great service. Currently Smogen is a pop up located within a wine bar which is only open on the weekends for breakfast and an early lunch. However, fingers crossed this spot can become a permanent staple as it's truly delicious and unique. I spoke to the cashier and she shared by same sentiments that this spot has been doing so well she said she was hopeful they'd become a permanent staple here. Honestly with the menu and vibes I thought I was transported to some cool seafood bagel spot in Norway. I love the name and the European vibes. Of course it's also a classic LA breakfast spot when it comes to unique toppings and classic boozy cocktails. The prices are worth it in my opinion and I love that you can get half orders of the bagels that way you get to try a few different options. The menu is great and it does make it really hard to narrow down what to order as everything looks so good. For a cocktail I had the Shogun. It was super refreshing and light, would recommend if you like an Asian inspired cocktail with hints of lemon and matcha. My favorite bagel was the Zoey poke bagel, it's the best bagel I've ever had being honest. I love poke and that scallion cream cheese is exceptional, I had to snag a 8oz container to take home. Another delicious bagel was the easy scramble egg bagel with a salmon mousse. Decadent but also somehow light and airy. My friend and I said it was the perfect half bagel to split as the flavors were unique and they perfected the soft scramble. The bagel combinations are truly out of this world here and I'm eager to get back soon. The service was also expectational as everyone working behind the counter and busing the tables were super nice and attentive. Nice people work here and that alone sometimes keeps me coming back. It's truly a 5 star yelp experience when the food, service, and atmosphere are a 5/5! I will be back and with some friends as this spot is just too good to keep a secret.

    LA Story and The New Yorker
    Paul A.

    Fun Fact: Smögen still tastes amazing even when delivered right to your door! I'm from New York but have lived in LA for 10+ years, and I have been on the hunt for a good bagel ever since. I'm happy to say that my search has finally ended when I tried Smögen! The bagel has a great crunch from the crust, but is still soft and chewy on the inside. The LA Story and their new take on the baconeggandcheese (The New Yorker) are some of my faves. Honorable mention to their lox bagel as well! Whenever I'm craving a bagel, this is my go to! They are a perfect addition to the valley, my only complaint is that they are not open 7 days a week!

    Salmon Mousse Soft Scramble
    Kathy Z.

    5 out of 5 stars, hands down. Located in wine bar Vintage Wine + Eats on Saturdays and Sundays from 7am-2pm, Smögen offers a delectable selection of open-faced half or full bagels with premium ingredients. We tried a half each of the Rokt Lax ($9), Hamachi ($14), and Salmon Mousse Soft Scramble ($9). A half is good for one or two to share, and we wanted a variety to sample and admire. My preferences, in order from most to least: - the Rokt Lax, because their take on salmon toast features a rich mix of delicious flavors and spices. Clearly a crowd favorite. - the Hamachi, because wow wow wow that shiso leaf, lemon zest and hamachi yellowtail combo is life-changing. Who knew hamachi could complement shiso just as much as salmon does? - the Salmon Mousse Soft Scramble, because I liked the omelette and the salmon mousse, but it was admittedly a lot together for me. The trout roe offered the best little pops of salty flavor. Gorgeous little environment and peaceful ambiance. If you come on Sundays, there's also a Farmers Market just behind the way for more to see and do in Studio City. Street metered parking - don't forget to pay your meter. Free parking on Sundays and holidays. Otherwise, there's paid parking behind the block. I love this concept. I hope more places see fit to team up with chefs/vendors in this way, because commercial rent is not cheap in this town and brilliant concepts deserve to shine, even as popups to start. Will be back again and again!

    Estele K.

    Food 4/5: some lack flavor profiles, maybe have stronger seasoning would help. Hamachi and Sicilian were the best ones. Service: 5/5: super friendly. Ambiance is cute, they also serve wine. Have small outdoor patio section where you can bring your pets.

    Nijole T.

    The bagels here are absolutely delicious! Located inside of a beautiful wine bar, this is an elevated casual breakfast option. Plenty of metered parking out front and they have indoor as well as outdoor seating. We took a dozen bagels to go as well because they were that good!very dense and Hardy, one makes a filling meal. Prices are fair considering the quality and care they put into their products. Highly recommended for a unique breakfast in the area!

    Michael G.

    AMAZING weekend spot. Run, don't walk! I'm so excited to welcome this new bagel spot to studio city! While they are exclusively at the Vintage Wine and Eats shop on weekends, it's sooo worth it. We came on a Saturday around 10am and it wasn't hard to get a seat, but there is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. My husband and I came for a 1 year wedding anniversary breakfast treat and we were not disappointed. The staff were friendly and were quick to suggest their favorite bagels! Perfect spot for a solo visit or a group! We tried the rökt lox, hamachi, salmon mousse soft scramble, Zoey's poke, and the Sicilian! You can order 1/2 bagels so it's easy to explore the menu and that's exactly what we did! All of the bagels had lots of flavor and were unique! My standout was definitely the salmon mousse because where are you going to find salmon mousse on a bagel?! Also, the poke was a standout because it came on furikake seasoned bagel. These are classic bagels paired with innovative flavors and toppings. Whether you are a bagel purist or adventurous, you won't be disappointed. The co-owner, Zach, was super friendly and asked us all about our experience! The bagels were crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside! 10/10 would recommend!

    Brittany V.

    This pop up is running on the weekends from 7-2 in the Vintage Wine & Eats shop so I had to check it out! Came around 10:30 on Sunday and they were SUPER busy, but we were able to find a table relatively quickly. They offer bagels as a whole or half. I appreciated this because it allowed us to try even more than we would've otherwise gotten to! The menu is super inventive and unique, with offerings like furikake bagels and a bagel topped with hamachi. We ordered 4 different bagels: one topped with anchovies (The Sicillian), one topped with hamachi, a standard lox bagel, and a poke bagel. Our total came to $50, so it's definitely pricey. I chalk this up to the nature of a pop up. It took us about 25 minutes to get our food, which was surprising but not a problem. They were busy and we were along for the ride. I LOVE the idea of putting hamachi on a bagel, although I do wish the fish had a little bit more flavor to it -- a little lemon zest and some flake salt could go a long way. The poke bagel was bursting with flavor and delicious, as was the lox bagel (it's a classic combo for a reason!). We were a little bit disappointed with the anchovy bagel -- another one I think could've really benefitted from some flake salt, but I was still glad to try it and appreciate that they're doing some inventive things. Definitely a fan of this spot and would love to go again/see them become a permanent fixture.

    Andrew N.

    This pop-up shop can be found in a Wine restaurant in LA and you order everything at the counter. The pop-up specializes in German seafood bagels? It's somewhat the combination of sushi with German flavors and bagels. A half means open-faced and a full means the bagel on top to close it with extra portions as well. You also are able to customize each bagel with different seasonings like everything it furikake. We got a few to try. Smogen (5/5): This include salmon eggs and cream cheese. The eggs just popped in my mouth with sweetness and flavors. My only complaint was there was not enough eggs as the cream cheese ratio was a bit too much. Hamachi (5/5): This was was probably the least flavorful to me as the hamachi (amberjack) tasted like a typical hamachi sashimi Zoey's Poke (5/5): This bagel was topped with sweet ahi tuna with poke sauce. I definitely recommend this if you love poke. LA Story: This bagel primarily contained avocado and great is you love avocado toast. I definitely recommend this place.

    Bre Y.

    My coworker put me on to this spot while working in this area, and I literally drove back the next day from DTLA to try more bagels lol. On the first visit I had the SALMON MOUSSE SOFT SCRAMBLE & had to return to have it again. Wow. I love me a perfectly cooked soft scramble. Thank youuuu Smogen! The salmon mousse was honestly perfect, the amount of flavor was so well balanced. When I returned I tried the LOBSTER SKAGEN...10/10! Jesus. PACKED with lobsterrrrr!! What more can you ask for? The RÖKT LOX was classically good without disappointment. I'd recommend these bagels for sure! Honorable mentions: chocolate chip cookie. Fire. & we had some spritz they just released too. Sooo light and refreshing! I love the seating, they have single booth style section that was really cute. Great service and friendly staff. I can't wait to return!

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    Steven H.

    FIRE SLEEPER ALERT First to call it. Wine bar and bagels. Game over. Ambiance is great, and the bagels are too good. No better fish or regular bagel around, as there aren't too many around LA to begin with! The owners are great and family comes first. Give them a visit!!

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    So great to have you! Thanks again for checking us out.

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    Thank you so much, Janet! Can't wait to see you at Smögen again soon.

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    Bagels were expensive and tasted like they were made 3 days ago. Save your money and go somewhere else

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    Best bagel place I've ever eaten !!! The white fish is so delicious .... All of their bagels are incredible ! You will not be disappointed !

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    From food to service, this is a spot everyone must try! The owners are pretty neat guys as well

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    Delicious with a great atmosphere. You must try the it. Best bagels in LA and super unique cuisine experience.

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    Free parking

    Love this spot here. Best quick freshly made burgers and fries and brotha Roman and brotha Jose…read moreserve the best burgers as the other associates. A must go everytime in the valley

    Smash N Bite is one of those spots that reminds you why smash burgers have such a cult following,…read moreand honestly, it's becoming one of my go-to burger joints in Sherman Oaks. From the moment you walk in, the place has a laid-back, no-nonsense vibe. It's not trying to be flashy or overdesigned--just clean, casual, and clearly focused on doing one thing really well: burgers. You can smell the beef hitting the griddle almost immediately, which is always a good sign. The burgers themselves are the real star. Thin, crispy-edged patties with that perfect smash sear, juicy in the middle, and packed with flavor. You can tell they're not skimping on quality--the beef tastes rich and well-seasoned, not bland or greasy. The balance is on point: soft toasted buns, melty cheese, fresh toppings, and sauces that actually complement the burger instead of overpowering it. Every bite feels intentional. What I really appreciate is how consistent everything feels. Whether you keep it classic or add extras, the burger holds together beautifully and doesn't turn into a messy disaster halfway through. It's indulgent without feeling sloppy, which is harder to pull off than people think. The sides deserve their own shoutout too. The fries are hot, crispy, and addictive--perfect on their own or dipped into whatever sauce you've got left over. You can tell they're made fresh and not just an afterthought. Portion sizes are solid, so you definitely leave full and satisfied. Service has been great every time I've been. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and patient, even when it gets busy. Orders come out fast, and everything feels well-organized without being rushed. It's the kind of place where you feel comfortable coming back regularly, whether you're grabbing a quick bite or actually sitting down to enjoy your meal. Overall, Smash N Bite hits that sweet spot between comfort food and quality execution. It's straightforward, flavorful, and clearly run by people who care about what they're serving. If you're in Sherman Oaks and craving a legit smash burger done right, this place is 100% worth checking out--and worth coming back to.

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