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Steingold's Bakehouse
Master Critic Review
Steingold's Bakehouse
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Steingold's Bakehouse in Humboldt Park is the production hub for Steingold's Jewish deli, selling bagels, babka, and baked goods directly to the public. It’s more of a counter and takeout operation than a sit-down deli, but locals make the trip for New York–style bagels with classic deli toppings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything bagel with lox cream cheese, Plain bagel with flavored cream cheese, Breakfast bagel sandwich with egg, cheese, and bacon
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Bakehouse outpost of a popular Jewish deli, focused on bagels and baked goods.
Who should go: Bagel fans who prioritize product over sit-down atmosphere.
When to visit: Morning hours for freshest bagels and best flavor selection.
What to order: Everything bagel with lox spread, plain bagel with schmear, breakfast sandwich.
Insider tip: Pick up a dozen bagels and babka; the bakehouse often has flavors not seen elsewhere.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Mostly street parking in the surrounding residential blocks; usually manageable but can fill during morning rush.
Dress code: Completely casual – come as you are.
Noise level: Low to moderate depending on the morning rush; easy to place orders and chat while you wait.
Weekend wait: Not applicable – this is a daytime bakehouse operation.
Weekday lunch: Usually little to no wait, though there can be short lines during peak midday bakery traffic.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes – plenty of vegetarian bagels and schmears available.
Vegan options: Limited – some bagels may be vegan-friendly, but schmears and deli spreads skew dairy-focused.
Gluten-free options: Very limited – traditional wheat-based bagels are the focus and gluten-free alternatives are not the specialty.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you want something super casual and quick. It’s more of a grab-and-go bakery stop than a sit-down date spot.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There’s no reservation system and limited or no formal seating — expect counter service and takeaway as the default.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for families picking up bagels or pastries, but it’s not designed for lingering with young kids since seating is minimal.
Best For
Better for: Purists who care most about high-quality, New York–leaning bagels and deli-style spreads straight from the source.
Skip if: You want a full-service deli meal, lots of seating, or a leisurely brunch environment.