Ess-a-Bagel is a true NYC classic! Very tasty bagels with generous portions that actually leave you full. The ingredients tasted fresh, the bagels had great texture, and everything was packed properly without being stingy.
You can immediately understand why this place is so famous — it delivers that authentic New York bagel experience. Busy atmosphere, fast-moving energy, and food that lives up to the hype.
Definitely worth the stop if you are in New York and want a proper bagel done right.
The best and most expensive bagels ive had haha We ordered the signature favorite and mr nova lova and holy it is so stacked!! Since it’s so massive it’s hard to get everything in one bite, but each bite is heavenly! The sliced nova with the scallion cream cheese and fresh tomatoes and crunchy lettuce makes it a very filling breakfast. If you love avocados youll love mr noba lova, it’s very creamy! I’ve come a couple times and sometimes there’s a rlly long line, but I came once on a tues afternoon and there was no line, so it rlly depends on time of day. Staff are very quick to prepare your food and there’s some tables and seats to sit inside. Def recommend trying the signature as a first time ny bagel experience!
5
My girls Wanted to try NY bagles. This place was a hit. We had 3 different kind. Traditional plain with cream cheese, chicken parm one and a ham bagel. Everything thing was good. Definitely love the strawberry cream cheese. It’s fast pace. Recommend looking at the menu before.
5
Probably one of the best breakfast bagels I’ve tried!
• Ess-a-Bagel did not disappoint. I got a warm bagel with creamy cheese, nicely cooked eggs, and generous turkey slices.
• Well-seasoned overall, though I love a lot of pepper, so I added extra to mine, and ketchup too.
• Staff were kind and quick to take and serve orders.
• Went around 8:30 AM on a Thursday. There was a line, but it moved fast.
• They also have a great variety of pastries.
• Limited dining area, but I managed to grab a window seat.
• Will definitely be back to try more!
3
Was highly recommended but generally found it to be a bit simple and bland. The bagel sandwich didn’t even have butter on it - super dry. I feel like it might have been a better experience with just a bagel with cream cheese, but definitely expected more from the breakfast sandwich.
