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Tompkins Square Bagels

Bagel Shop$$$$

East Village, New York

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Ranked #3 for bagel shops in New York
This place is famous for their bagels. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Try the apple cinnamon cream cheese on a french toast bagel!"(20 Tips)
"French toast bagel with birthday cake cream cheese."(9 Tips)
"Also, this is a great place for people who need a gluten free bagel!"(9 Tips)
"Try one with wasabi cream cheese and fresh Nova!"(9 Tips)

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Paige CSeptember 1, 2014
Their egg sandwiches are out of this world. And of course, don't leave without trying the birthday cake cream cheese! They also had pumpkin on the menu, but sadly were sold out!
The Corcoran GroupAugust 19, 2013
One of our favorite bagel places in the city - we love to order an everything bagel with lox spread. The gluten free bagels here are not to be missed, along with their creative cream cheese flavors.
Adrian PhillipsFebruary 2, 2016
My go to for bagels in the East Village. Set your stomach up for success and start your day with an onion breakfast bagel featuring, 2 eggs, cheddar and sausage.
Mike WinstonJanuary 6, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Whenever I need an excellent bagel in the East Village, this is the first place I go. Everything they make is outstanding – especially the Lox and Whitefish. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more
Ben MackeyAugust 10, 2018
Been here 5+ times
The menu is huge, but the line usually is too - so you should have time. If you are here for breakfast you want lox and a smear, or something from the breakfast menu above the kitchen.
Minji LeeAugust 7, 2016
Amazing variety of breakfast, bagels, and spreads. The line goes out the door on weekends, but moves quickly! Grab a bagel and a bench at Tompkins square park to start your morning
Justin OrdovezaJanuary 4, 2017
Cash only. A nice chewy bagel, they have a variety of cream cheese spreads. Defined get the lox, the salmon is fatty and goes well with the bagel. There is a nice seating area in the back.
EaterJanuary 23, 2018
The rainbow of cream cheese options and rainbow-colored bagels, make for long lines but a massive variety of menu items will serve basically any appetite. Read more
Ranu RajkarnikarMay 11, 2015
Crowded but worth it. And the line moves fast. Service is very friendly too. Sesame bagel with scallion cream cheese, lox and cucumber is a staple order.
Fabian MartinJuly 8, 2022
My second fav New York bagel. It’s big it’s crispy it’s full of salmon and absolutely delicious! Don’t miss this one
Avery AlchekNovember 3, 2016
Delicious bagels with as many cream cheeses, meats, spreads, and vegetables as I can think of. Try the Nova Lox if you can. Truly phenomenal. The line can get up to 30 minutes, but it's worth it.
Jackie FerrerAugust 25, 2012
This place is cash only but hot dang!! No more trekking past 14th street for a legit bagel. Get the everything bagel, toasted with lox spread. You're welcome.
Steve AndroulakisAugust 9, 2014
Worth the wait in line.. The Koch bagel was a bit too creamy but very tasty, with crunchy onions and pastrami. The bagels themselves are of astounding quality!
Andrew FurmanJanuary 6, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Every bagel is amazing, you can't go wrong. I usually try the special in order to always get something new and have never been disappointed.
Josh BeckermanJuly 8, 2016
Been here 50+ times
Best Bagel Shop in NYC. Love Everything. Fresh, delicious, amaze. Truly magical. Amazing spreads, great whitefish salad.
Mish and RobMay 16, 2015
Been here 5+ times
We've tried many a bagel, but Tompkins is our favourite (so far). Skip all the specialty sandwich offerings (which are a bit stingy in servings) and go for walnut raisin cream cheese or roast beef.
Michael AnthonyFebruary 2, 2019
Place is the 🐐 breakfast sandwiches. Smoked salmon is amazing.
A BDecember 11, 2014
Everything's good, folks. There's a soup and bagel deal. We got 2 cinnamon raisin bagels w cream cheese & jelly, 2 chicken & vege soups, a sweet potato pie & a Boylan black cherry soda for $21. Bliss
Theodore SmithDecember 29, 2014
Breakfast bagels are delicious! Large variety of bagels that are made fresh daily with lots of different options from their homemade cream cheese to a classic bacon egg and cheese.
SolJanuary 2, 2019
Biggest bagels, and almost the best in the city. Fluffy airy inside and crunchy outside. Get creative, but only after getting a classic everything with cc.
Ashley ChanJanuary 23, 2017
I don't think I'd be satisfied with any other bagel after trying Tompkins. Had the best and most creative bagel here: a French toast bagel with birthday cake cream cheese. Bagel texture was on point.
Lindsey NagyApril 6, 2014
Lactose intolerant? There's a condiment for that: TOFU! Always check for the new amazing cream cheese mixes in the case as you walk in prior to getting to the end of the long line...it helps to order
Clara EloyJanuary 7, 2022
Very very tasty and a lot of options. I thought the cream cheese ratio was a bit off tho
Willem Van LanckerJuly 16, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Get here early on weekends to avoid long lines. Grab a bagel and iced coffee and go enjoy it in Tompkins Square Park.
MerissaJune 28, 2014
Don't be scared off by the line -- these bagels are worth the wait! Plus, awesome customer service. When they forgot part of my order, they offered free pastry and coffee with sincere apologies.
Cloe BushnellJuly 11, 2015
Good service, they move the line along quickly. Can get crowded in the late morning so come around 9 AM on the wknd.
Rachel PortSeptember 30, 2016
I almost always get a French toast or whole wheat everything bagel with sundried tomato or veggie cc and lox 😁
Nate BeattyMay 17, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The bagel perfected. Somehow the blend of flavors on the everything bagel is absolutely ideal every time.
Brandi FrenchfryJune 3, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Best bagels in the village, let alone probably manhattan! They say they recommend not toasting, but I happen to like the extra crunch it provides. Get anything and you won't be sorry
Sweta MohapatraJuly 3, 2015
This place is CASH ONLY (their cash only signs are very easy to miss). The food here is delicious though and they have a large selection of bagels, cream cheese, and drinks.
Melissa MarinelloApril 19, 2013
Great open-air patio out back, friendly service, good food, cool artwork. Surprisingly big inside & not overly packed w/ppl. Good for studying or getting some work done.
Meir SadanJuly 12, 2013
Been here 10+ times
This is a bagel Mecca. Just get one of their special cream cheese spreads if it's your first time. The baked salmon spread is also a great choice.
LaDawn Penigar-MitchellSeptember 3, 2016
Friendly staff and the bagels are cheap, filling and DELICIOUS! The line moves quickly and so many options to choose from. A must try!
Chris SandemanMay 19, 2018
My favorite bagel in NYC; just make sure you check what you got is what you ordered, they can mix it up pretty regularly:)
Kim PhamDecember 23, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Queues are long, but definitely worth it. Go classic with a toasted everything, scallion cream cheese, lox, and capers 👌
Kate FurmanDecember 14, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Lines can be long but the bagels are worth it. Try their bacon and herb House made cream cheese.
Dorothy FigielJuly 12, 2014
Best bagels in Manhattan. I think they've banged up all but one of my delivery orders - but this guy is worth rolling out of bed over. Long lines are worth the wait.
AmateurConciergeJuly 8, 2015
French Toast Bagel quite good. But of crunch on the outside and nice and soft on the inside
AdrienMay 1, 2015
the "everything pumpernickel" is not always listed but you def want to give it a try. Pairing well with tuna salad or Chittle if you're hungry!
SarahNovember 14, 2014
Literally the best bagel I've eaten ever. Also amazing breakfast burrito! They have a decent selection of tofu cream cheese flavors as well.
Borja BurgosJuly 11, 2016
Best bagels in the neighborhood, but not in the city. Lines can be long, but move swiftly. FYI: they only toast bagels if you ask.
Alex FishAugust 11, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Best bagels in the city. The French toast bagel tastes like French toast! The Allison sandwich is a go to for breakfast.
MelAugust 11, 2014
Line is intimidating but moves fast. Portions huge. Wholewheat everything is an excellent option.
AdrienAugust 16, 2015
The Chittle on Whole Wheat Everything bagel on Sunday mornings. Tip: get there before 9am to avoid the line
David GuerrieriMay 16, 2019
Arguably the best bagel egg and cheese in the city, at least on my top 5! Behold...
Pie MaiDecember 7, 2012
Almost daily breakfast during the time in NYC. Not just the bagels are great, also the coffee is nice! Miss it!
Rajkamal Sandhu®December 9, 2013
There will always be a line, just accept it. Wait on it, order your food and after the first bite you realize it was worth every second.Open for breakfast and lunch.
Joy GuettaApril 15, 2016
Avocado cream cheese yammmi.amazing bagels. Great stuff!!! Good service always pleased:)
Santi AmayaJune 7, 2015
Any bagel you get is great. It's not worth coming late on weekend mornings though... The line is too long. Come later in the day or on a weekday
John ClineJanuary 26, 2020
Been here 100+ times
All their bagels all delicious, but for something unique go for the french toast or the daily special.

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