Classic NY bagels w/ traditional & inventive flavors. Don't miss the French toast bagel w/ bacon scallion cream cheese!
This East Village institution is a go-to for classic New York bagels, offering everything from traditional plain and pumpernickel to unique flavors like French toast. Customers rave about the quality and variety, with options for sandwiches and a wide array of spreads and cream cheese. It's a beloved spot for both a quick breakfast and a satisfying deli experience.
Specializing in traditional and unique bagel flavors, this spot is highly recommended for its classic options like plain and pumpernickel, as well as specialty choices like French toast and chocolate chip. Customers often praise the quality of the bagels themselves and the generous selection of spreads and cream cheese, with a standout recommendation for the French toast bagel with bacon scallion cream cheese.
"Highly recommended are the everything bagel with chicken salad and the plain toasted bagel with bacon scallion cream cheese. The French toast bagel BEC with maple bacon cream cheese is also a standout for those with a sweet tooth."
Customers overwhelmingly praise this establishment for its exceptional bagels, with many considering it a top-tier choice for a classic New York bagel experience.
Important Note
One user noted that while the line can look long, it typically moves quickly. Another mentioned that the filling in a particular sandwich was a bit much.
"This user recommended Tompkins Square Bagels, specifically mentioning their tofu schmears as being pretty good."
Positive"A commenter recommended Tompkins Square Bagels, noting they have two locations in the East Village and apologized for unhelpful responses from others."
Positive"This commenter appreciates the detailed review but humorously reacts to the idea of a French toast bagel BEC with maple cream cheese."
Neutral"Tompkins Square Bagels is nearly the author's top bagel choice, with the French toast bagel BEC with maple bacon cream cheese being a standout for sweet cravings. They also enjoy the everything pumpernickel and generous cream cheese."
Positive"Recommends Tompkins Square Bagels, calling them the 'best bagel' in response to the OP's request for bagel recommendations."
Positive"Mentions having 'always liked' Tompkin's Bagel in the East Village for bagels, though it has been some time since their last visit. This was in response to OP's request for bagel spots."
Positive"Maximum_Biscotti recommends Tompkins Square Bagels as a must-visit, calling it a good place to start a walk for the day and a classic NY bagel spot."
Positive"The plain toasted bagel with bacon scallion cream cheese grew on them and they liked it quite a bit."
Positive"Recommends Tompkins Square Bagels for a classic NY bagel experience."
Positive"Went to Tompkins Square Bagels after the line at Apollo was too long and found them super dope."
Positive"Suggests Tompkins Square Bagels over Apollo Bagels, noting the line looks long but moves."
Positive"Recommends Tompkins Square Bagel for breakfast."
Positive"Lists Tompkins Sq Bagels as a breakfast spot in the neighborhood."
Positive"Everything bagel with chicken salad was the best bagel they had, but the filling was a bit much."
Positive"Lists Thompson square bagels (Tompkins Square Bagels) as a recommendation."
Positive"Recommends Thompkin Sq Bagels."
Positive"Recommends Tompkins Square Bagels as a place to get a good bagel."
Positive"Recommends Tompkins Square Bagels as a much better option in the immediate area compared to Apollo."
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