The most efficient service and friendly as well! I was recently on a trip to NY and visited here twice because the bagels were that good! I got their house special - lox bagel one day and an egg and cheese bagel the other. The house special is the best! I would definitely recommend them and will be back next time I'm in NY.

Got a turkey bacon egg Swiss sandwich on an egg everything and it was perfectly portioned. The bagel was chewy and soft and my friend got the lox and also really good, not too much cream cheese which we liked!

Arguably the best bagel we've had in NYC. The service was great, bagels are amazing! I froze them and will enjoy them for weeks!

This place isn't on every "best of list", it's mostly a locals bagel shop, but that doesn't mean it isn't fantastic. Of all the bagels I've eaten in New York, the ones from Bagels and Schmear are consistently my favorite. They're everything a New York bagel should be, fresh and chewy. They also make the best avocado cream cheese with chunks of fresh avocado, scallions, and magic mixed in. My go-to spot when I'm in the city. I heard lots of regulars ordering the bacon, egg, and cheese -- next time!

A tiny bagel store where they make stuff behind a counter. Good bagels but expect a queue in morning.

Bagels places are a dime a dozen in the city but very few are as consistent as Bagels & Schmear. This is my favorite east side bagel spot, you can always find a line going out the door here. The memory of the staff is impeccable as order details are very important, who wants to get home or get on a train to find out they fucked up your order? The staff is very friendly and patient, unlike other joints, and they actually put the salt pepper ketchup for you instead of directing you to packets!! Their coffee is decent and cheap and they have a plentiful selection of bakery goods if you have a sweet tooth. Will be returning often and sending people here for a while. Worth a visit if you're ever on the east side.

Great place for bagel take out. This small snug shop has a few available seating spaces outside. We took ours to go... The display cases take up a large portion of the shop where they have a plethora of items to add to your bagel. Initially, I felt overwhelmed. No need! The very friendly gentleman behind the counter came around to explain each flavor to us. They also have a vast variety of pastries to try. Definitely will be returning. I didn't grab a coffee, so I cannot review their coffee. It looked like a simple drip coffee set up.

First breakfast in NYC in years and I chose Bagels & Schmear. First rate bagels, coffee that rivals Starbucks, and fine customer service.

Fast paced take out only establishment. Friendly service. You order at the far end of the counter then pay at the register by the door. Good chew on the bagels and ingredients are fresh. The mochachino was good as well.

Bagel Heaven!! Got a serious Italian-like Bagel Sandwich and a Bagel with Salmon and Cream Cheese that were over-the-top when it comes to taste! Definitely hit the spot and tantalized the tongue. Reasonable prices, extremely fresh and tasty!