eliza adhikary

Had healthy wrap for breakfast And i love their home style potatoes 😍😍 It could get very crowded. My favorite place for a breakfast

Jon Reither

Always enjoy a local spot. Great service! A delicious bagel with crisp crust and soft on the inside.

Christina Bullis

First time visiting NYC so we had to try a bagel while we were in town, so we walked next door from our hotel to this gem. The nice gentleman behind the counter suggested the house special and wow that was a really good bagel.

Sara

I think these were the best bagels I have ever had. The espresso drinks and muffins were nice too. Employees were friendly and super fast. Will be returning next time I'm in NYC!

Kate Opager

Line moved super fast, great customer service, great prices and just nice people! We got the raisin bagel with raisin schmear and the blueberry schmear on a plain bagel. We also got the crumb cake which was AMAZING!! that was our favorite part! I appreciate they don’t overload with cream cheese and the bagels were great!

Dani Michon

I’ve only gotten two types of bagels orders. The pictures below are egg everything bagels with in house made veggie cream cheese! Delicious 😋😋😋 I’ve also had their house special which is lox with cream cheese and capers on an egg everything bagel! That was good too 😋 but for $16, that will be a treat

Jeremy Rishe

Quite possibly my favorite bagel shop in the city. Love the staff here, the bagels are delicious, the food is fresh. Evidenced by the amazingly disappearing bagel here pictured. P.S. I also love their little sidewalk seating set up.

B Collins

I absolutely love this spot. I always stop in for a lox and cream cheese (house special) on a toasted salt bagel every time I visit NYC. Incredible bagels, fresh toppings, delicious coffee, seats, friendly service…. What else could you want?

Cory Freilich

Great house special bagels - everything bagel with lox, tomato, capers and scallion cream cheese. Iced coffee was good too, strong and not too sweet with flavorings. Staff was really welcoming and helpful on our first visit. Definitely check this place out if you’re looking for a good bagel. I’d go back without a doubt.

Amy Rodriguez

Bagels & Schmear is THAT spot. Tucked away on 116 E 28th St, this little bagel joint is straight-up bagel royalty. If you know, you know. Walk in and you’re hit with the warm, toasty scent of fresh bagels that could make a grown New Yorker tear up. This place doesn’t try too hard—it doesn’t have to. It’s just consistently excellent, and that’s rare. The bagels? Perfectly dense, chewy, and with just the right amount of crusty bite on the outside. You can tell they’re made with care, not just pumped out like some chain nonsense. Every single flavor hits. Plain? Classic. Everything? Elite. Cinnamon raisin? Sweet nostalgia. And don’t even get me started on the schmear. It’s not just a spread—it’s a lifestyle. The scallion cream cheese is loaded with flavor, not that weak stuff. The lox? Fresh, silky, generous. The bacon egg and cheese? Might be one of the most underrated in the city. Staff is quick, no-BS, and gets your order right even when it’s slammed. Which it usually is, because everybody in the neighborhood knows this is one of the best bagel spots in Manhattan. Tourists walk past it without realizing they just missed a New York staple. Is it fancy? No. Is it overhyped? Absolutely not. Is it worth going out of your way for? 1000% yes. Bagels & Schmear is everything a real NYC bagel shop should be—no frills, just fire bagels made by people who clearly know what they’re doing. If you’re in Manhattan and you haven’t had it yet, fix that. Immediately.

M. S.

What a good find! It's a small shop which sells fresh bagels, bagel sandwiches, muffins and many more. We ordered cappuccino, everything seed bagel with veggie schmear and egg whites, plain bagel with chipotle schmear and plain bagel with regular schmear and egg sausage. The food was hot and delicious. The cafe was very crowded when we visited on a Sunday. There is very limited seating outside, and there are bar stools inside the cafe. We went to Madison Square Park to enjoy our breakfast, which is 5 minutes walk away.

+3

Antonia N.

My favorite bagel spot in NYC! Great service and food alike. They have a wide selection of bagels and toppings- but their best is the cinnamon raisin or plain bagel. On weekends there can be a line outside, but it’s definitely worth the wait. Highly recommend!

+2

Kunrui Peng

Awesome Turkish bagels restaurant! Servers were all friendly, helpful, and efficient. Loved the bagels - had a slight crisp on the outside and were so soft on the inside. Tons of options for cream cheese as well, and it seems like some flavors rotate from day to day. Glad we came here because the food rivals the places trending on social media, but the lines were much faster.

My go to bagel spot. Just your classic NYC deli - fast service, fresh goods, and you can customize orders to your liking. If I'm trying to be healthier, I'll have an omelette or a breakfast wrap. Dep…

My go to bagel spot. Just your classic NYC deli - fast service, fresh goods, and you can customize orders to your liking. If I'm trying to be healthier, I'll have an omelette or a breakfast wrap. D…

My go to bagel spot. Just your classic NYC deli - fast service, fresh goods, and you can customize orders to your liking. If I'm trying to be healthier, I'll have an omelette or a breakfast wrap. D…

Came here would 1 PM on a Saturday after our trip to China - Italy town. Immediate thoughts - must try if your a bagel person. Yes there are many great bagel places across Manhattan - but this on…

We love this place! We were in town for a week and we came here for breakfast I think 5 times. The staff is very friendly, but this place is super busy so you need to know your order by the time yo…

The best Everything bacon egg and cheese bagel I've ever had. We did get lucky though, the bagels just came out the oven and were steaming. \n\nHint: If you are in a group, I suggest everyone order…

A true New York bagel. The bagels were hot and fresh every time. They have a great variety of cream cheese, the bacon cheddar jalapeño is my fav. They also have a lot of other breakfast items like …

Solid spot for bagels and your standard breakfast and deli needs. Plenty of options to choose from and the staff are really nice.

Solid spot for bagels and your standard breakfast and deli needs. Plenty of options to choose from and the staff are really nice.

Solid spot for bagels and your standard breakfast and deli needs. Plenty of options to choose from and the staff are really nice.

Fantastic food and coffee - would highly recommend. We had lunch and breakfast during our stay and both outstanding. Bit of a queue but that’s a good sign of its popularity.

Fantastic food and coffee - would highly recommend. We had lunch and breakfast during our stay and both outstanding. Bit of a queue but that’s a good sign of its popularity.

Fantastic food and coffee - would highly recommend. We had lunch and breakfast during our stay and both outstanding. Bit of a queue but that’s a good sign of its popularity.

Fantastic food and coffee - would highly recommend. We had lunch and breakfast during our stay and both outstanding. Bit of a queue but that’s a good sign of its popularity.

A couple of doors down from Park South Hotel, this place rocks. Among the best, freshest bagels ever tasted- loved the plain and sesame bagels, but there are lots of others for the more adventurous. …

Found this amazing food experience just round the corner from our hotel. The bagels were amazing as was the cooked breakfast I had, eggs,home style fries, bacon and sausage. The place is …

Found this amazing food experience just round the corner from our hotel. The bagels were amazing as was the cooked breakfast I had, eggs,home style fries, bacon and sausage. The place is always bus…

Found this amazing food experience just round the corner from our hotel. The bagels were amazing as was the cooked breakfast I had, eggs,home style fries, bacon and sausage. The place is always bus…

1st morning in NYC and stumbled out hotel and straight into this place - we'll be back! Fabulous choice, friendly staff and good coffee. The perfect start to our holiday! Bagels were crispy, chewy …

1st morning in NYC and stumbled out hotel and straight into this place - we'll be back! Fabulous choice, friendly staff and good coffee. The perfect start to our holiday! Bagels were crispy, chewy …

Long line to indicate taste and quality. Fun experience with friendly and fast service. Mix of locals and others. So many options.

Incredible bagels and super friendly staff. We were looking for an authentic New York bagel experience and this is exactly what we got at Bagels & Schmear - with some recommendations from the staff…

So good we ate our first order straight away and then went back to buy more to take with us for later. More fillings options than you could ever think of, several types of bagel and all fresh baked…

Visited for the first time, got a dozen fresh bagels and some muffins, and a bagel sandwich with lox spread and tomato, along with iced hazelnut coffee. Absolutely delicious and worth it!

The staff were great taking time to explain menu options to two overwhelmed tourists! We both had bagels and muffins, fabulous taste good value for money.

Great breakfast counter, really fast and excellent staff/service. delicious bagels, tons of variety, breakfast platters, pancakes etc at great prices. Highly recommend

Went here for breakfast as was close to our hotel, really nice bacon egg and cheese bagel, so nice that we went back the next day. Also had a large cookie which was lovely too.

We ate here twice on a recent NYC visit. No nonsense service with really great bagels -- the line moves quickly and the prices are reasonable. Our party of seven was a bit challenged to find places…

Local traditional Indian restaurant that has been in Murray Hill for years. The food has plenty of flavor and there a lot of options to choose from. Servers are great and very attentive. The place has a more modern bright design aesthetic. The only unfortunate part is everything is a la carte so it does add up quickly. If you do find yourself frequenting the restaurant you should join their rewards program.

We ordered samosas , dum chicken biryani , baingan and sag paneer . All were nicely cooked and marinated . I could actually see eggplants and was not excess of masala’s .only one change was that the chicken Tika masala was a bit tangy and sweet for my taste . The goan fish was not sure really goan and lacked coconut taste imho.

Went here on a Friday in the early evening with a pulsd deal. We had a reservation but if you're just coming in for a meal, you don't need one. The place was not busy around 6pm on the Friday we came. The service was attentive, the food was absolutely outstanding and the pricing was decent for NYC. My only complaint was that the non-rice entrees do not come with a side of rice, so you have to order it separately, which does increase the cost of the meal. Still worth it because everybody was so flavorful and my chicken korma was so unbelievably tender. Excited to go again!

A Royal Feast, with a Few Bumps Along the Way Let’s be clear: Indian food in New York is a battlefield. A relentless, chaotic, spice-laden warzone where only the strong survive. And Chote Nawab? It fights the good fight. Nestled in the heart of Curry Hill, this unassuming spot serves up bold, unapologetic flavors that can transport you straight to the streets of Lucknow—if only for a moment. The galouti kebab is the first thing you should order. A dish with history, once crafted for toothless Nawabs who still craved the indulgence of rich, spiced meat. Here, it melts—actually melts—on the tongue, each bite a whisper of cinnamon, clove, and smoke. Paired with a delicate ulte tawa paratha, it’s a testament to the kitchen’s skill. The biryani arrives in a tightly sealed pot, fragrant steam escaping as it’s cracked open. The rice is well-spiced, layered with saffron and the deep warmth of cardamom, but it leans a little too wet, missing that elusive balance of fluffiness and density that makes great biryani a spiritual experience. Good? Yes. Transcendent? Not quite. The lamb chops? A thing of beauty. Charred, fatty, perfectly cooked, the kind of dish you pick up with your hands because a knife and fork feel like an insult. Spiced yogurt clings to the meat, a crust of heat and tang that’s meant to be devoured. Service is… let’s call it “relaxed.” This is not a place for the impatient. Dishes arrive when they arrive, and sometimes that means a gap long enough to question your life choices. But then the food lands, and all is forgiven—mostly. Chote Nawab is not a temple of fine dining, nor does it try to be. It’s loud, it’s imperfect, but it’s also deeply satisfying. A meal here is a journey through the heat and soul of North India, with a few bumps along the road. Four stars, with a knowing nod to the power of spice, smoke, and history. Would I return? Absolutely. Would I demand my biryani be just a little drier next time? Without a doubt.

Nice Indian restaurant located in "curry hill" serving halal meat with large portion sizes and fair pricing. Went with a group of friends and we split the meat platter and each got a dum biryani. The serivce was decent, they recommended us the meat platter to share with the group which was solid. But also they finessed us into ordering bottled water which was not free, I guess we should have asked but they also didn't offer tap water as an option and went straight to bottles. Other than that the waiter was friendly, funny, and gave good service. Meat platter was delicious but could have had had some more prawns (only found 2), otherwise meat was marinated very well and was tender and juicy. The real reason we were here was for the biryani, again felt like they could have clarified the size of the dum because for our party of 5 we each ordered 1 dum when in reality we all could have comfortably shared 2, and 3 dums would have been more than enough. Since we were traveling and wouldn't be able to take leftovers we felt pressured to finish the food as we didn't want to waste. Honestly this was a huge mistake and why I give the food a 3 star rating. The food tasted good and quality seemed OK but after forcing myself to finish the dum I got extremely sick for the rest of the night and next day which was a nightmare to deal with while traveling. My friends did not get as sick as me but also didn't feel good either. Unfortunate ending to an otherwise great dinner.

We came here for dinner around 6pm on a weekday and it wasn’t too busy at the start, so reservations probably aren’t needed at that time. The server was pretty friendly and there were a lot of items on the menu to choose from, with all of the food being halal. We tried the Bade Miya Peshkash from the tandoor section of the menu. It’s a mix of a different types of kababs, including chicken, lamb, beef, and shrimp. Most of them were tasty. We also got the Murgh Korma Zafrani, a chicken dish with a creamy saffron nut sauce. It was super flavourful. I also recommend getting the chilli oil naan to have with your meal - they’re a bit on the pricey side but delicious. I would say the quantities of the dishes are large and we left feeling very full.

I haven’t been in person but actually surprised that it looks good in photos, I ordered online. Chicken Nawabi lollipop isn’t good on delivery, Had high expectations. It wasnt cooked well. May be in person would be better. Hakka Noodles are the most close taste to indo-Chinese noodles I have tasted all over Ny so thats dope Machruian was fine, big size middle part is Actually very dry, taste is good and authentic though. Will visit in person for sure

Junaid Q

Solid NYC bagels! Sleepy Sunday but cordial service didn’t have most bagel and pastries’ selection ready hour after opening. Funday Holiday decorations and delicious bagel, egg and cheese on a snowy morning 😋❄️

Talia Winner

Took some sandwiches to go, and went to sit in Central Park. The bagels were delicious, but the Avocado Toast was horrible, the avocado was completely dark and had a weird smell and taste to it. Overall customer service was great and fast, and it looks like a nice place to sit and eat.

+2

Nikki A

I recently visited this popular bagel spot, and while the experience had some ups and downs, it was definitely worth trying. First off, be prepared for a long line—it's very popular, so make sure you’ve already had your coffee going before you get there! Speaking of coffee, it was just okay—nothing special, but it gets the job done. The place itself has an authentic vibe, which I really appreciated. There were so many options on the menu, making it tough to choose! The bagel was delicious—perfectly toasted and full of flavor. However, I’m a bit picky when it comes to eggs, and the smell wasn’t quite to my liking. That said, if you’re not as sensitive to that, I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. Despite the long wait and minor issues with the eggs, I think this bagel place is definitely worth a try. The bagels are top-notch, and the overall experience is enjoyable. Just be ready for a bit of a wait and a coffee that’s decent but not the star of the show.

+15

Regular bagel place, nothing special. \n\nServed fast and well. \n\nAll payment forms accepted.

Regular bagel place, nothing special. \n\nServed fast and well. \n\nAll payment forms accepted.

Open on New Year's Day and absolutely packed, with a line out the door but fast service! Had a large menu with plenty of choices to choose from. Would come here again!

Came here and it's just a regular old bagel shop. Their menu is extensive with plenty of sandwiches, bagels, and drinks. Despite a small line, they took our order and made the order quickly. The sm…

Solid bagel spot! They run a really efficient operation, so the line moves fast even if it's long. Wide variety of bagels as well as other items like coffee, smoothies, omelettes, and more. Very li…

Quick service, friendly staff and delicious food. My husband and I enjoyed the bagels we got, I got an everything bagel with bacon egg and cheese, and he got everything bagel with scallion cream ch…

Great bagels - I kept it simple and got a plain bagel with scallion cream cheese and and Iced Tea. There are a few tables outside- but a lot of the chairs are broken so just be careful when you sit…

So to start off my religious values don’t allow me to eat pork. I ordered a whole wheat everything bagel with low fat cream cheese. I come home to eat it and notice it has bacon/ham on it. I go bac…

I had seen videos of this Indian halal restaurant in Tiktok. Was not that sure about it if I want to try it out. I had a appointment near this restaurant & thought let’s give it a try. Looks nice & clean, small restaurant tho. Stuff were nice. Now the main part the food; I love our kinda food & I was very disappointed. Altho the presentation was pretty but the taste not so good! I ordered chicken 65, shrimp Nawabi, & kheer. Altho shrimp Nawabi came with nan, rice, mixed vegetable dish, beans. Still only thing I liked was the chicken 65. Price was reasonable. And yes as a Muslim I didn’t like the fact that they serve alcohol, but I do understand that it’s good for business! Including some pictures just to show how everything looks.Because it was very small it was almost full & I just didn’t want to other customers so don’t have too many snaps. So I decided to give this place another try , and wasn’t disappointed! Loved the food. Customer service was great. So changed my review to 4 star then 3.

Keep your jackets in your car if you don’t want them to smell of spices on your way out. If you spent a 100 dollars on your blowout, your date will only smell Andhra spices in your hair. This is Indian food as-is, full on spices and flavors. The spices hit you the minute you open the door and walk in. This is what they do well at a very decent price point. All traditional “restaurant” dishes served as expected. This is not the food Indians eat everyday (they would die of heart disease and Diabetes). This is raw, authentic, flavor rich, spicy and hot food. If you have that kind of craving, this is THE joint. Come here and get over that craving and don’t complain! Naans are average. Roti’s are average. Food taste is still what you expect with that dish (except 1-2 notches up on the spice). Cocktails are below average. A friend shared with me a tip; that with Indian restaurants the trick is to stick with the first page or their "signature drinks" only. As far as I’m concerned I go for beer or standard straight drinks at places like these. Nothing deathly serious or exciting cocktail wise. One gin, one vodka, one tequila based cocktail...etc..No balance or delicateness but tolerable. Bar tending, unfortunately has gone the way of the Barista nowadays. Standard mix pre-mixed, pre-bottled, stored on site. You order and they just pour. In its category it is a great place for a great price and easy to find reservations. The staff is polite and service is average. They do modify the dish here and there. They provide onions and pickle etc. Share your dishes with two others else you will have takeout left. No matter how many times you go, they have the same consistency in cooking as well. Expect to get home and slumber for 14 hours!

Stopped in for breakfast and had a decent experience.\n\nThere is a lot of options in terms of sandwiches to order but there wasn't a whole lot of bagel types when I went. Maaaaybe they had 7-10 ty…

Stopped by for breakfast last Wednesday morning and there was no line to order. There was a good variety of bagels and cream cheese as well as other breakfast items. I ordered a sesame bagel with…

Good things first.. very nice ambiance, clean and well mannered staffs. Options for liquor is also available. All the food is served in very appealing manner. Now the actual taste part. If you are an Indian food fan and taste is your thing, this place is not for you. I came to this place after reading few good reviews and looking at their menu (admittedly, they do have a very nice food collection) but taste was not that I expected. That said, I would not recommend this place for who is looking for an authentic Indian food taste.

Ashley Liu

$5.39 got an egg bagel untoasted with strawberry cream cheese. Was in and out quickly. The bagel was fine but expensive given they hardly gave any cream cheese and it was clumpy/curdly. Not sure why the reviews here are so high, I was excited for this one!

Vito Gallo

I have to say I am disappointed with all the great reviews this place is not even close to 4.6 stars. I order house coffee the worst coffee I’ve ever had. My egg ham and cheese bagel was good nothing special and my wife ordered a bagel with veggie cream cheese. There was barely any cream cheese in it. What a let down.

I've visited this place several times, and unfortunately the service has been disappointing each time. The staff often come across as indifferent and unwelcoming. I also noticed a clear difference in…

I've visited this place several times, and unfortunately the service has been disappointing each time. The staff often come across as indifferent and unwelcoming. I also noticed a clear differenc…

Dishonest store.\nOrder two bagels with cream cheese and one large hot coffee. The guy charged me $26!!\nRealize the day after and tried to reach out to them, but no one picks up the phone. \nBagel…

Visited this place with four friends and honestly, it was a complete disappointment. The soup tasted like warm, colored water with zero flavor. The Hakka noodles were so bland it felt like we were chewing on plain boiled noodles straight out of a packet. And the naan? I’ve had frozen supermarket naan that tastes 10x better than whatever they’re serving here. For the ridiculously high prices they’re charging, you’d expect at least decent food but this was nowhere close. Absolutely not worth the money. Do yourself a favor and eat somewhere else.

You Kim

See attached photos. Ordered a panini and a garlic bagel. The bagel was burnt, and my ‘panini’ came in a wrap! The workers didnt seem to know what to put into the wrap as we overheard the conversations about the ingredients/delays. Absolutely not worth the money and time. This business is not ran well. See photos. go elsewhere.