Green Olive

Master Critic Review

Green Olive 7.8

East Harlem

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Narrow East Harlem deli on 116th that quietly does steady bagel business alongside wraps, salads, and grill items. It’s the move when you want a basic bagel with cream cheese or smoked salmon at true deli pricing, plus the option to add on a drink or something from the hot line.

Must-Try Dishes: Bagel with Cream Cheese, Bagel with Flavored Cream Cheese, Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese on Bagel with Tomato

Scores:

Value: 8.5 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.3

What makes it special: No-frills deli that leans on simple, well-priced bagels with cream cheese and lox for the neighborhood.

Who should go: Budget-minded locals who treat bagels as everyday fuel

When to visit: Early mornings or late nights when you want a fast grab

What to order: Bagel with cream cheese, flavored cream cheese bagel, smoked salmon bagel with tomato

Insider tip: Use delivery apps for custom cream cheese and bagel combos—the menu there is often more detailed than the in-store board.