A bagel lover's dream with a unique twist on the NYC classic. Expect delicious everything bagels & scallion cream cheese, but be prepared for a potential wait.
This spot is a must-visit for bagel enthusiasts, offering a unique take on the classic New York bagel. While not traditional, their offerings have garnered significant praise, with many highlighting the everything bagel and the everything bagel with scallion cream cheese as standout choices. Despite potential waits, the quality and taste make it a worthwhile experience for many.
The bagels here are a highlight, with the everything bagel and the everything bagel with scallion cream cheese receiving frequent praise. One user noted the salt bagel was too salty. Another found the bagels to be small and not great once cooled. However, many consider them delicious and among the best they've had.
"The everything bagel, especially with scallion cream cheese, is frequently recommended and highly praised. The salt bagels are also noted positively by some."
Customers overwhelmingly enjoy the bagels, often praising the everything bagel with scallion cream cheese. Some find other options too salty, and a minority feel the bagels aren't worth the hype or wait.
Important Note
Some customers find certain bagel flavors too salty or find the bagels lose quality when cooled. There are mixed opinions on the length of wait times, with some reporting long lines and others experiencing none.
"This user enthusiastically recommended Popup bagels."
Positive"This user simply mentioned 'Orwasher’s', which is another bagel spot."
Neutral"This user mentioned that Popup makes a good bagel and cream cheese."
Positive"This user stated 'PopUp all the way'."
Positive"This user suggested PopUp as a better option."
Positive"The commenter expresses strong affection for Popup Bagels on Columbus at 75th."
Positive"The commenter considers Popup Bagels a close second choice, particularly if they have a good special schmear and for their salt bagels."
Positive"A user is not a fan of Pop Up Bagels, finding them small and not good once cooled, attributing their popularity to social media trends rather than quality."
Negative"The original poster acknowledges the information about Pop Up Bagels but notes their primary time for purchasing bagels is Saturday morning, which they anticipate would be prime time for long lines."
Neutral"A user contradicts the long line reports for Pop Up Bagels, stating they have gone multiple times on weekends after lunch and found no lines."
Neutral"A user has heard about Pop Up Bagels but avoids them due to often reported 20-30 minute lines, which is too much for them."
Neutral"A user finds Pop Up Bagels delicious and among the best they've had, noting the lines move fast and the bagels last longer than most. Their only complaint is limited schmear choices."
Positive"A user recommends Pop Up Bagels, finding them a bit different but really liking them."
Positive"A user has not yet tried Pop Up Bagels on Columbus but notes they are always swamped and "look delicious.""
Neutral"The commenter personally prefers Pop Up Bagels over Apollo Bagels."
Positive"Despite waiting in line for 30 minutes on a weekday, the author and her husband ended up loving the bagels, especially the everything bagel with scallion cream cheese, though the salt bagel was too salty for her."
Positive"A user enjoyed Pop-up Bagels, despite acknowledging they are not typical New York style bagels."
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