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Best Bakery in Palms-Cheviot Hills
Best Bagels in Palms-Cheviot Hills
Master Critic Review
Daniel's Bagels
8.0
A former farmers market operation now running a full storefront in Palms, boiling and baking eight bagel varieties fresh each morning with a lineup of house-whipped cream cheeses designed for generous spreading. The draw is the process — real boiled bagels on the Westside, where that's still uncommon — and the small-shop energy keeps regulars cycling through on weekend mornings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rosemary Bagel, Everything Bagel, Scallion Cream Cheese
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 7.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Former farmers market vendor now boiling and baking eight varieties of bagels fresh daily in a Palms storefront, with house-whipped cream cheeses built for ripping and dipping.
Who should go: Bagel purists and Westside locals chasing a legit boiled bagel
When to visit: Arrive at open; they close early when sold out
What to order: Get a rosemary bagel with chili crisp cream cheese and an everything bagel with scallion; add a Groundwork coffee to round it out.
Insider tip: The cream cheeses are house-whipped daily — tear your warm bagel into pieces and dip rather than spreading.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Free parking lot out front plus street parking — lot is small so it fills up, but street spots on Overland are generally easy to grab
Dress code: Pajamas-welcome casual — it's a strip mall bagel counter in Palms, no one is dressing up
Noise level: Upbeat music and friendly chatter — lively but small-space cozy, not a quiet retreat
Weekday lunch: Opens 7 AM and closes at 1 PM (or when sold out). Arrive at open for the full selection — popular flavors like rosemary can sell out by mid-morning
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Most of the menu works — plain, scallion, and chili crisp cream cheeses are all vegetarian, plus smoothies with almond milk and vegan protein
Vegan options: Vegan cream cheese available as a schmear or on a bagel sandwich; smoothies made with almond milk and vegan protein
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not a traditional date spot, but great for a low-key, early-morning casual date. It's a counter-service bagel shop in a strip mall with a clean, modern interior and a view of the baking process. The relaxed neighborhood vibe — regulars come in pajamas — makes it easy to chat over fresh bagels without any pressure. Best for a morning coffee-and-bagels meet-up rather than a romantic evening out.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — this is a walk-in, counter-service shop with no reservation system. Order at the counter and grab a seat. The main thing to know is they close at 1PM (open at 7AM weekdays, 8AM weekends) and will close early if they sell out. Arrive earlier in the morning for the best selection, especially on weekends.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — the casual, no-fuss atmosphere works well for families with kids of any age. The simple menu of fresh bagels and cream cheese is easy for children, and the laid-back neighborhood vibe means no one will bat an eye at a noisy toddler. No dedicated kids menu, but the straightforward offerings are inherently kid-appropriate. The open bakery view can be fun for little ones to watch.
Is it good for groups? It can work for small groups, but this is a compact strip-mall storefront with limited indoor seating — not ideal for large parties. For bigger gatherings, they offer catering bundles with bagels and cream cheese that you can take elsewhere. Groups of 4-5 should be fine; anything larger may struggle to find seating together, especially on busy weekend mornings.
Is there outdoor seating? Not confirmed — no outdoor patio or sidewalk seating has been specifically documented. The shop is in a strip mall unit and seating appears to be indoors only. Call ahead at (310) 903-6264 to confirm current seating options.
Best For
Better for: A quick, high-quality breakfast bagel run — grab-and-go with no-additive, hand-rolled bagels and house-whipped cream cheese, all before the lunch hour
Consider Alternatives If: You want a sit-down brunch spot or need a late-day option — they close at 1 PM and frequently sell out of popular flavors well before that
Hours
Monday7am - 1pm
Tuesday7am - 1pm
Wednesday7am - 1pm
Thursday7am - 1pm
Friday7am - 1pm
Saturday8am - 1pm
Sunday8am - 1pm