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Pop’s Bagels – Brentwood
Master Critic Reviews (2 Lists)
Pop’s Bagels – Brentwood
8.6
A polished neighborhood bagel shop known for nicely fermented, airy-chewy bagels and inventive pressed breakfast/lunch sandwiches. Locals line up for the classic schmears but also for the deli-style builds that feel built for Brentwood mornings. Strong execution across flavors, including a well-liked gluten-free program.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nova Lox on Everything Bagel, Pastrami, Egg & Cheese Bagel, Pressed Reuben on Plain Bagel
Scores:
Value: 7.3
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 9
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 7.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Modern LA bagel shop with standout pressed deli-style sandos.
Who should go: Brentwood locals craving a reliable everyday bagel.
When to visit: Weekday mornings to dodge the peak rush.
What to order: Everything bagel + scallion schmear; nova lox; pastrami egg & cheese.
Insider tip: Order a baker’s dozen early—popular flavors sell out.
Pop’s Bagels – Brentwood
7.8
Bagel shop with breakfast-and-lunch sandwiches built on fluffy-chewy, well-boiled bagels. The bacon-egg-cheese is the obvious move, but pressed lunch sandos work surprisingly well here too. Quick, casual, and reliably hits the spot.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacon Egg & Cheese on Bagel, Nova Lox Sandwich, Pressed Reuben
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.1
What makes it special: Excellent bagels used as the foundation for hearty handhelds.
Who should go: Morning commuters and bagel-sando fans.
When to visit: Early morning before the rush.
What to order: BEC, lox bagel, pressed Reuben.
Insider tip: Order online to skip the weekend line.