It tasted like a 2 day old high school cafeteria bagel. Nothing compared to the 86th st Tals.

Bagels here were average. Their spread is more of a paste than a cream cheese spread. There wasn’t a line but they still rushed our order and messed it up, charging us for more than we ordered.

Davaish Singh

Not what it used to be back in 1995-2010, puffy bagels gone and slow staff 8(

Catherine Yang

I was in the area and needed to grab a quick bite. Although the bagel was crispy on the outside, it was not fluffy on the inside. They did give a decent amount of lox spread…..but $9.26 including tax. Need I say more?

RAM IMAGERY

I've heard of these bagels, and I happened to pass by and decided to give it a try. First impression, the place feels dirty. Maybe because it is old but did not feel clean. Grimmy, you know. There was an obnoxious old guy on the phone speaking loudly and sort of making a scene when ordering. Either a regular or owner like looking old, dude. So many ppl were eating and online, so I figured I was in for something very special. But it is just another bagel shop. I did buy a chocolate babka, and it was ok. Yall not missing much.

+7

Rin

Very expensive and pricey for just 2 bagels it was $40. I know this is in Manhattan but still it’s just crazy. Bagel was crunchy and good but it was super salty. Salmon was of good quality, however, and I could tell it was fresh. If the bagel wasn’t so pricey and salty then I would have loved it. I went inside because the bakery is beautifully decorated with flowers and it’s a great Instagram spot type of location for pictures. Lots of seating area.

Ruby Chan

Finally checked Tal Bagels off my list. Overall it is a very mediocre bagel spot. I might not go back again. Their 1st Ave location is spacious with many indoor seatings and a restroom. The service was lacking as I had to remind our server a few times I wanted my bagels to be toasted. We thought it would be a great spot to work or study. The bagel texture is soft, fluffy and flat. Yet both sesame bagels are not fully seasoned with toasted sesame. BEC bagel tastes standard. Tofu veggie spread is my staple at any bagel shops. This one is quite bland, yet it has a bold tofu flavor.

+3

Truly one of the worst tasting bagels I’ve had in nyc. The only aftertaste my husband and I can compare it to is cigarettes, I think it’s the glaze or seeds they use. 2nd time we’ve tried it but never again.

Yuri Akilov

Today’s experience looks like the Tal Bagels is becoming a very regular lower-end bagel shop. 1. Bagels are significantly smaller size as it used to be. 2. The content is very barely minimum 3. I was “pushed” to buy water as a “package” It is a pity. It used to be a great place for bagels.

Kevin C

Bagels are good. Problem is picking them up. If I order a dozen assorted bagels I have to wait 15 minutes in line. To order pick up online there is a roughly 20% upcharge for ordering ahead. Not worth the wait or the extra money.

Victor Benavente

I went to this bagel store and was completely disgusted. The guy making the bagels dropped the dough on a filthy piece of cardboard on the floor. The floor was covered in dirt and grime from their boots. Instead of throwing the dough away, he just picked it up and tossed it back into the cooking process like nothing happened. Then he looked at me like I was the problem. Absolutely disgusting. This place has zero hygiene standards. I will never go back again.

Regina Kitten

This is by far a health hazard they use a knife to get the bagels from the upper part of the of the rack. And they all have on one damn glove which is stupid. So I went in order three bagels two with cream cheese. The guy dug his hand in my bagel the one with out the glove then scooped cream cheese on a knife dropped it between two bowls grabbed it up and put it on my damn bagel!!!! I was shocked I just don’t understand the 🤢 nastiness I just walked out and left the order. good thing I didn’t pay yet. I will never ever come here ever again I will always go to (Liberty Bagels) they are the best in the city trust me made fresh and taste so good.

sw dreams

always ask for my bagel toasted, but they either ignore the request or burn it on purpose. When I complain, they act rude and claim, 'That’s how toasted is.' Terrible service—avoid if you actually want your order done right."