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Metro Bagels Company

286 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11223
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Metro Bagels Company 7.6
Gravesend
Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Quick Bites Champions Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Metro Bagels Company is a compact Avenue U shop where made-to-order breakfast and lunch sandwiches run on fresh bagels and rolls. Regulars call out its bacon-egg-and-cheese builds and lox setups as a quieter alternative to busier breakfast spots nearby.
Must-Try Dishes: Bacon, egg, and cheese on a garlic bagel, Bagel with lox and cream cheese, Turkey and cheddar sandwich on a hero roll
Scores:
Value: 8.2 Service: 7.5 Consistency: 7.7 Food Quality: 7.9 Atmosphere: 6 Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Small, low-key bagel shop where the focus stays on straightforward, well-built breakfast and deli sandwiches.
Who should go: Locals wanting a quieter, no-frills bagel-and-sandwich stop.
When to visit: Early mornings or mid-mornings for the smoothest counter experience.
What to order: Bacon egg and cheese on garlic bagel, lox and cream cheese, turkey-cheddar hero.
Insider tip: Combine a breakfast sandwich with a second plain bagel to-go; the bagels hold up well later in the day.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Avenue U and nearby side streets; can be tight during morning rush.
Dress code: Very casual — come as you are.
Noise level: Low to moderate — usually easy to hold a conversation except during peak breakfast hours.
Weekend wait: Not applicable — this is primarily a breakfast and lunch shop.
Weekday lunch: Generally short; a few minutes during busy periods.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — egg-and-cheese bagels, cream cheese setups, and simple deli sandwiches can be made meat-free.
Vegan options: Limited — plain bagels are typically fine, but spreads and fillings may not be vegan. Ask when ordering.
Gluten-free options: Unlikely — gluten-free bagels or breads are typically not offered.
Best For
Better for: Quicker, quieter breakfast sandwiches and lox setups than busier nearby cafés.
Skip if: You’re looking for a large brunch menu, latte art, or lots of sit-down space.