FiDi's bagel heaven, serving up top-tier bagels & sandwiches. Generous portions & unique tofu cream cheese options make it a must-try.
This Financial District gem is a go-to for seriously good bagels, described as a bagel heaven by locals. While some find them a tad heavy for daily consumption, the consensus is that they are top-notch and worth the trip. They offer a variety of flavors and are known for generous portions, especially with their tofu cream cheese options.
The star of the show here is undoubtedly the bagels, which are highly recommended by a wide range of patrons. Specifically, the 'Benny's Club' sandwich is called out as exceptionally good. They also offer vegan-friendly options, such as tofu cream cheese, and are noted for their generous servings. The everything bagel with lox, red onion, capers, and scallion tofu cream cheese is a particular highlight.
"The 'Benny's Club' sandwich is specifically highlighted as an exceptionally good choice. The everything bagel with lox, red onion, capers, and scallion tofu cream cheese is also a recommended option, especially for those seeking dairy-free alternatives."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the bagels, with many calling it the best in the area. Some note the bagels can be a bit dense, but this doesn't detract from the overall positive experience.
Important Note
One commenter noted that the bagels might be a bit too hard and heavy for everyday consumption, although still highly rated.
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Positive"Leo's is recommended for bagels on a weekday by this user."
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Positive"This comment groups Leo's Bagels with Murray's and Zuckers, suggesting they are comparable bagel establishments."
Positive"The author included Leo's Bagels with cream cheese on multigrain as one of their favorites from their NYC trip."
Positive"Recommends Leo's bagels as some of the best in the city."
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Neutral"This user recommends Leo's Bagels as a place to find good bagels and potentially wild smoked salmon."
Positive"Author recommended Leo’s (presumably Leo's Bagels) in Fidi, suggesting it as one of several 'much better options' for bagels, worth an early trip from Times Square."
Positive"Recommends Leo's Bagels for their generous portions of tofu cream cheese. They also suggest trying the everything bagel with lox, red onion, capers, and scallion tofu cream cheese."
Positive"The author is a fan of Leo's Bagel in FiDi, considering it the best bagel place they found in that area by miles."
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