Skip to main content

ZipPicks Awards

Best Bagels in Upper East Side

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

0 / 5 selected

Master Critic Review

Gourmet Bagel 7.9
Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill
Gourmet Bagel is a Lexington Avenue staple pairing hand-rolled bagels with a full grill, deli case, and juice bar. It’s a busy, all-day stop for neighborhood workers and residents who want breakfast sandwiches, lox, and coffee without a sit-down restaurant commitment.
Must-Try Dishes: Bacon, egg and cheese bagel sandwich, Lox and cream cheese bagel, Bagel with scallion cream cheese
Scores:
Value: 8.1 Service: 7.8 Consistency: 8.2 Food Quality: 8.5 Atmosphere: 6.3 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Bagel shop plus full grill and deli setup in one busy corner space.
Who should go: People wanting bagels plus omelets, juices, and deli staples.
When to visit: Weekday breakfast or lunch before the heaviest rush hours.
What to order: Bacon, egg and cheese, lox and cream cheese bagel, scallion cream cheese on sesame.
Insider tip: If you’re customizing a big sandwich, order by item number to keep the line moving.