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Schlok's Bagels & Lox
Master Critic Review
Schlok's Bagels & Lox
8.7
Takeout-only window turning out chewy, crackly bagels and in-house–cured & smoked lox. Long lines move fast, and the NoPa location is the city’s benchmark for New York–leaning bagels.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything w/ nova lox & scallion schmear, Sesame bagel w/ whitefish salad, Jalapeño cheddar w/ egg & cheese
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 9
Food Quality: 9.2
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: House-cured, house-smoked lox with classic, well-fermented bagels.
Who should go: Bagel purists and lox obsessives
When to visit: Opening hour to avoid sell-outs and lines
What to order: Lox sandwich, whitefish salad, everything bagel plain
Insider tip: Order online right at open; pickup window is efficient.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only—NoPa side streets can be tight, but early mornings usually have open spots within a block or two.
Dress code: Ultra-casual—hoodies, joggers, and weekend wear fit right in at the takeout window.
Noise level: Low—no interior seating and minimal ambient noise aside from the street and customer line chatter.
Weekend wait: Closed for dinner service; operates mornings and early afternoons only.
Weekday lunch: Expect 10–20 minutes in line during peak hours, faster with preorders.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—plain, everything, and sesame bagels with cream cheese or egg add-ons.
Vegan options: Limited—bagels themselves are vegan-friendly, but spreads are mostly dairy-based.
Gluten-free options: No—traditional flour bagels only, no gluten-free alternatives offered.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a formal date—it’s takeout-only with no seating, but grabbing Schlok’s and heading to nearby Alamo Square can make for a casual, low-key meetup.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There are no tables or reservations—order ahead online or queue up early for fastest service.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—kids who like bagels will enjoy it, though there’s no seating or kid-specific menu. Best for grab-and-go family mornings.
Best For
Better for: Best in San Francisco for texture and chew on the bagel, plus premium house-smoked lox unmatched by competitors.
Skip if: You want dine-in seating, coffee service, or a broader brunch menu—try Boichik or Wise Sons instead.