Best Bagels Restaurants in San Francisco
50 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Schlok's Bagels & Lox
House-cured, house-smoked lox with classic, well-fermented bagels.
Notable Picks
8.7
Takeout-only window turning out chewy, crackly bagels and in-house–cured & smoked lox. Long lines move fast, and the NoPa location is the city’s benchmark for New York–leaning bagels.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything w/ nova lox & scallion schmear, Sesame bagel w/ whitefish salad, Jalapeño cheddar w/ egg & cheese
What Makes it Special: House-cured, house-smoked lox with classic, well-fermented bagels.
8.6
Presidio Heights outpost of the Bay Area favorite turning out dense, glossy, New York–style rounds with assertive chew and balanced seasoning. Lines move steadily and the lox builds are generous for the price.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Lox on Everything, Chive Schmear on Sesame, Bialy with Butter & Salt
What Makes it Special: NY-style bagels with proper boil, chew, and well-built lox.
#3
Bones Bagels
8.6
Small Noe Valley shop turning out naturally leavened, long-fermented bagels with a tight, glossy chew. Short rotating menu, bialys, and a few seasonal sandwiches keep lines moving and quality high.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asiago Black Pepper bagel with scallion schmear, Salted Rosemary bagel with cultured butter, Bialy with jalapeño-onion seed mix
What Makes it Special: Natural fermentation and tight, shiny crusts with bold seasoning.
#4
Dago Bagel
8.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hand-rolled, New York–style bagels baked on burlap-wrapped boards turn out with proper chew and shine. Sandwiches stay focused on quality basics—schmears, egg-and-cheese, and lox—served counter-style with brisk efficiency.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything bagel with scallion schmear, Smoked lox, capers & red onion bagel, Egg, cheese & hot honey bagel
What Makes it Special: Serious, board-baked NY–style bagels in the heart of North Beach.
8.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Business Lunch Power Players
Trendy Table Hotspots
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Downtown outpost of the cult-favorite bagel shop serving chewy, malt-forward rounds with lox cured and smoked in-house. Weekday service moves quickly, with counter seating to watch fresh lox slicing and cable cars roll by.
Must-Try Dishes:
House-cured smoked lox on sesame, Egg & cheese with sweet pepper butter, Blackened everything with scallion schmear
What Makes it Special: Chewy, East Coast–style bagels with lox cured and smoked in-house.
8.4
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Long-running Richmond District stalwart known for classic kettle-boiled rounds, bialys, and deli-style spreads. Choice is wide, prices stay friendly, and turnover keeps bagels fresh.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salt Bagel with Whitefish Salad, Everything with Scallion Schmear, Bialy with Lox Spread
What Makes it Special: Old-school kettle boil and deli spreads with deep local roots.
Weekend market counter from the SF deli known for traditional techniques and sturdy, well-seasoned bagels. Lines move quickly and you can grab a dozen plus schmears while browsing the Ferry Plaza stalls.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sesame bagel with house-cured lox, Everything bagel with scallion cream cheese, Egg & cheddar 'bodega-style' bagel
What Makes it Special: SF-born deli (since 2011) bringing celebrated bagels to Ferry Plaza.
Bagel-focused Jewish deli turning out hand-rolled bagels, lox, and classic egg-and-cheese sandwiches with efficient counter service. Locals use it for reliable breakfast runs and takeout from a central Hayes Valley corner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything bagel with lox & schmear, Bodega egg-and-cheese on sesame, Cinnamon raisin with honey butter
What Makes it Special: Classic deli bagels and lox executed with Bay Area sourcing.
8.3
Boiled-from-scratch bagels with rotating schmears and a legit lox option anchor this community-focused café. Lines move quickly in the morning, and the bagel texture hits the chew-crisp balance locals want.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bagel w/ Lox, Egg, Meat & Cheese Bagel Sandwich, Chipotle Shmear on Everything
What Makes it Special: Traditional boiled bagels made fresh daily with rotating whipped schmears.
#10
The Bagel Bakery
8.3
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
Long-running South Beach shop (since 1976) turning out boiled-and-baked New York–style bagels, lox sandwiches, and bagel dogs near the ballpark. Locals come for reliable execution, early hours, and fair prices that work for weekday mornings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lox & Cream Cheese, Veggie Bagel (balsamic-veg stack), Bagel Dog with Cheddar
What Makes it Special: Classic boiled-and-baked bagels served since 1976.
8.3
Mission flagship for classic Jewish deli fare with a strong bagel program—made for breakfast sandwiches, shmear, and smoked fish. Locals hit it for reliable boils, generous toppings, and all-day breakfast in a lively 24th Street setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Smoked Salmon on Everything, Bodega Egg & Cheese on Sesame, Veggie De-Luxe (veggie shmear, cucumber, capers)
What Makes it Special: A full deli with a serious bagel lineup and smoked fish.
#12
Bageletto
8.2
New-school Mission bagel shop baking throughout the day, with dense, New York–leaning rounds and loaded sandwiches. Founded by Brooklyn-raised Rich D’Aloia in 2025, it’s become a quick-stop favorite for lox, chopped-cheese riffs, and Calabrian chile schmears.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Lox on Everything, Calabrian Chile Schmear, Pizza Bagel with Soppressata & Hot Honey
What Makes it Special: Fresh-boiled-and-baked batches all day with house-forward flavors.
#13
Eight AM
8.2
Bright breakfast spot with thick pancakes, avocado toasts, and omelets plated cleanly for easy shots. Friendly pricing for the area and efficient flow keep waits manageable.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buttermilk Pancakes, Avocado Toast with Eggs, Vegetable Omelet
What Makes it Special: Clean, high-light plates perfect for simple overhead shots.
#14
Star Bagel
8.2
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
Compact Polk Street counter spot focused on bagels and bagel sandwiches with speedy service. Expect classic combos done right and prices that make it an easy weekday habit.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything with chive schmear, Lox bagel (capers, onion), Bacon, egg & cheese
What Makes it Special: Straightforward, well-priced bagels with quick turnaround on Polk.
8.2
Bright café inside the JCC serving deli-leaning bagel builds with careful toppings and improved boil-and-bake. A reliable stop for lox, schmears, and coffee with ample seating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lox & Cream Cheese on Plain, Salt & Pepper Bagel with Avocado, Egg & Cheddar on Sesame
What Makes it Special: Deli-style builds with careful toppings in a comfy community space.
#16
Noe Bagel
8.1
Long-running neighborhood counter baking classic New York–style bagels with straightforward schmears and hot breakfast builds. It’s a fast, affordable stop for locals on 24th Street.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything bagel with lox & chive schmear, Egg-and-cheese bagel sandwich, Cinnamon raisin with honey-walnut cream cheese
What Makes it Special: Classic boil-and-bake bagels at true neighborhood prices.
#17
Crostini & Java
8
Lower Nob Hill café known for made-to-order breakfast sandwiches and a ‘Works’ bagel loaded with smoked salmon and classic fixings. Friendly owners keep the pace brisk without rushing guests.
Must-Try Dishes:
Works bagel (lox, capers, red onion), Cream cheese bagel, Egg & avocado bagel
What Makes it Special: A hefty ‘Works’ bagel built fresh with clean, balanced flavors.
8
Neighborhood café serving a mix of classic and Mediterranean-leaning bagel builds at friendly prices. It’s a sit-and-chat spot where toasted bagels meet generous schmears and lox without fuss.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lady Lox Bagel, Hummus Veggie Bagel, Le Mediterranean Bagel
What Makes it Special: Affordable, creative bagel builds with all-day breakfast energy.
#19
The Laundromat
8
By day, hand-rolled bagels; by night, pan pizzas, salads, and natural-leaning wines in a converted laundromat. It’s a casual, design-forward hangout fueling Balboa Street’s current momentum.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sausage & Peppers pizza, Crispy Brussels, Little Gem Caesar
What Makes it Special: All-day bagels-to-pizza concept with a playful wine program.
Worthy Picks
#20
Caffe Trieste
7.9
Historic North Beach coffeehouse (since 1956) that also serves simple bagels and bagel sandwiches alongside espresso. Expect lively counter service, classic cafe seating, and fair prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toasted bagel with cream cheese, Bagel with lox & tomato, Bagel egg sandwich
What Makes it Special: A storied cafe pairing espresso culture with straightforward bagels.
#21
Donut World
7.9
Inner Sunset stalwart known for a broad selection and late hours by neighborhood standards. Reliable cake and raised styles make it a post-park or N-Judah grab-and-go favorite.
Must-Try Dishes:
Maple Old Fashioned, Buttermilk Bar, Glazed Raised
What Makes it Special: Late open hours and a deep case of old-school styles.
#22
El Café
7.9
Corner café in Parkside known for a straightforward bagel lineup and friendly counter service. Locals use it for quick morning carbs and simple lox or cream-cheese builds without the downtown lines.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lox Bagel, Roasted Red Pepper Cream Cheese Bagel, Everything Bagel with Scallion Cream Cheese
What Makes it Special: Simple, affordable bagels (including lox) at a friendly neighborhood corner.
#23
Hazel's Kitchen
7.9
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
Neighborhood sandwich shop on Potrero’s 18th Street serving hearty, straightforward builds and breakfast-to-lunch staples. It’s the kind of casual counter you rely on for friendly service and solid value.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smoked Turkey Club, Tuna Melt, Egg & Cheese on Bagel
What Makes it Special: Unfussy, satisfying sandwiches from a long-running neighborhood counter.
#24
House of Bagels
7.9
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Family Friendly Favorites
Downtown counter-service shop baking classic New York–style bagels with a full lineup of schmears and breakfast sandwiches. Lines move quickly and portions stay reasonable, making it an easy morning stop near the Lesher Center.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lox & Schmear on Everything, Bacon, Egg & Cheese on Sesame, Chive Schmear on Salt Bagel
What Makes it Special: Classic boil-and-bake bagels with generous schmears and quick service.
#25
Mercury Cafe
7.9
Long-running Hayes Valley cafe (since 2009) known for house-baked goods and a short breakfast menu that includes toasted bagels with smart toppings. A calm, work-friendly room makes it an easy sit-down option near the arts corridor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toasted sesame bagel with egg and cheddar, Smoked salmon bagel with capers, Avocado-tomato bagel
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood cafe with sit-down bagel plates and steady execution.
7.9
Russian Hill café-wine bar that doubles as a relaxed breakfast stop with a solid lox-and-bagel. Settle into a window seat and linger over coffee and a simple, well-built bagel plate.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lox & bagel, Egg & cheese bagel, Avocado bagel
What Makes it Special: Calm corner café with a reliable lox bagel and good coffee.
#27
Bagel Cafe
7.8
A Pleasanton sandwich counter that splits the difference between a classic American bakery and a Vietnamese banh mi shop, turning out both croissants and pork chop sandwiches at prices that keep the lunch crowd loyal. The menu is short and focused enough to move fast, which matters when the small Main St lot fills up on weekends. It runs as a grab-and-go operation where the draw is reliable, inexpensive handhelds rather than any particular dining experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Banh Mi, Croissants, Turkey Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Pleasanton sandwich counter blending classic bakery items with Vietnamese-style banh mi at wallet-friendly prices
#28
Best Donuts
7.8
Neighborhood strip-center shop known for friendly service, steady quality, and fair prices. The case runs classic glazed, old-fashioneds, and hearty fritters, with quick grab-and-go flow.
Must-Try Dishes:
Old-Fashioned, Raised Glazed, Apple Fritter
What Makes it Special: Classic donut lineup at true budget prices with fast service.
7.8
Lower Haight community hub with a long-running bagel lineup alongside sandwiches and coffee. Easy counter service and late hours for a casual bagel fix outside peak breakfast.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bagel w/ cream cheese and tomato, Lox bagel, Veggie bagel with sprouts
What Makes it Special: Casual café serving bagels all day with friendly, no-rush pacing.
7.8
Neighborhood cafe on Lombard serving bagels with cream cheese or as breakfast sandwiches, plus solid coffee and a relaxed, plant-filled space. It’s a reliable pick for a light bagel breakfast off the main drag.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything bagel with cream cheese, Bacon, egg & cheese bagel, Veggie bagel with avocado
What Makes it Special: Low-key cafe with dependable bagels and easy seating.
7.8
24-hour Civic Center bakery-counter with a pastry case that includes classic donuts alongside bagels and croissants. It’s a practical grab-and-go stop for courthouse staff and students.
Must-Try Dishes:
Glazed Donut, Chocolate Old-Fashioned, Maple Bar
What Makes it Special: Always-open counter with steady, inexpensive donuts.
#32
Java Beach Cafe
7.8
Beach-side cafe (since 1993) pouring coffee with a menu that includes bagels and smoked-fish builds, plus sidewalk seating steps from Ocean Beach. Ideal for a post-surf or park walk bite.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asiago Bagel with Sundried Tomato Cream Cheese, Smoked Salmon Bagel, Egg & Cheddar Bagel Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Long-running oceanfront cafe with bagels and ample seating.
7.8
Terminal 3’s longtime deli slings classic bagel sandwiches—lox, BEC, and veggie—alongside espresso with dependable airport-efficient service. It’s a solid choice when you want a proper deli-style bagel before F-gate flights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nova lox & cream cheese bagel, Bacon-egg-cheese bagel, Everything bagel with jalapeño schmear
What Makes it Special: Classic deli bagels and espresso right on the F concourse.
#34
Philz Coffee
7.8
Neighborhood Philz that reliably stocks toasted bagels—everything, plain, and jalapeño-cheddar—served with cream cheese on the side. It’s a simple, fast bagel stop along Mission Creek when you want grab-and-go breakfast with a custom pour-over.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese, Jalapeño Cheddar Bagel, Plain Bagel (toasted)
What Makes it Special: Toasted bagels with cream cheese paired to made-to-order coffee.
#35
Rossi’s Deli
7.8
Old-school Castro deli that treats bagels like a proper sandwich platform—griddled breakfast builds and deli combos are the move. Not a bakery, but execution and value make it a local standby.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sausage, egg & cheese on everything, Bagel with lox spread and tomato, Bagel with hummus and cucumbers
What Makes it Special: Deli-first shop turning out hot, customizable bagel sandwiches.
7.8
Casual counter serving customizable salads alongside light breakfast fare and smoothies. A reliable morning stop for balanced plates before classes or errands.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito (egg, spinach, pico), Veggie Omelet Plate, Acai Bowl
What Makes it Special: Health-forward breakfast items and smoothies next to the salad line.
7.7
Haight Street café with a patio and a short but useful bagel section. Straightforward toasts and a tomato-basil bagel option make for an easy, quick morning stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toasted bagel w/ cream cheese, Tomato Basil Bagel, Toasted bagel w/ butter
What Makes it Special: Patio café with quick, affordable bagel basics on Haight.
#38
Bean Bag Cafe
7.7
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Business Lunch Power Players
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Neighborhood cafe (since 1992) with an all-day menu spanning salads, crepes, and sandwiches. It’s a dependable, low-key choice for working lunches with varied diets.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cobb salad, Turkey avocado club, Savory crepe with pesto & feta
What Makes it Special: Long-running cafe with broad, customizable lunch options.
7.7
Artisan marketplace on D-Gates Retail Street that builds bagel sandwiches with quality local ingredients—think Acme breads, Cowgirl-style dairy, and market add-ons. Expect fresh prep and airport-premium pricing with wide grab-and-go options.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacon-egg-cheese bagel, Smoked salmon bagel with capers, Veggie bagel with cucumber and tomato
What Makes it Special: Locally sourced marketplace bagels with broad add-on selection.
#40
Ocean Beach Cafe
7.7
Daytime café with sandwiches, salads, and a well-known non-alcoholic beverage program. A bright, beach-adjacent setting and efficient counter make it practical for quick, health-leaning lunches.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Bagel Sandwich, Turkey Pesto Sandwich, Veggie Hummus Stack
What Makes it Special: NA-focused drink list alongside solid daytime sandwiches.
#41
SPRO Coffee Lab
7.7
Craft-focused café with a proper salmon everything bagel and quick breakfast sandwiches steps from the park. Service is efficient, seating is casual, and it’s a dependable grab-and-go before the workday or ballgames.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salmon Everything Bagel Sandwich, Egg & Bacon Breakfast Bagel, Avocado Egg Bagel
What Makes it Special: Precision coffee program paired with legit bagel sandwiches.
#42
Tasty Coffee
7.7
No-frills neighborhood café with bright juices, bagels, and pressed panini that still plate well for the feed. Handy Balboa Park stop where breakfast runs early and takeout is efficient.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smoked Salmon Bagel, Chicken Pesto Panini, Fresh Orange Juice
What Makes it Special: Early-opening café with colorful juices and pressed breakfast bites.
#43
The Posh Bagel
7.7
Counter-service bagel shop with a broad selection of bagels, schmears, and hearty sandwiches. A dependable Inner Sunset option for a bagel-plus-coffee lunch run.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Salad Deluxe on Spinach Asiago, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Bagel, Bagel Dog
What Makes it Special: Wide variety of bagels and fillings with fast turnaround.
#44
The Posh Bagel
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Business Lunch Power Players
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Long-running Bay Area bagel shop doing classic boils and substantial breakfast/lunch bagel sandwiches for the FiDi crowd. Expect fast counter service and steady quality at street level of Embarcadero Center.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asiago bagel with scallion schmear, Sesame bagel with lox & tomato, Bacon–egg–cheddar bagel
What Makes it Special: Local chain with 30+ years of Bay Area bagel know-how.
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Sunrise-opened counter turning out classic donuts alongside bagels and coffee. A dependable Outer Sunset stop with fast service and steady quality through the morning rush.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Fritter, Glazed Twist, Chocolate Cake Donut
What Makes it Special: Ultra-early hours and swift counter service for morning commuters.
7.7
Straightforward diner plates at early hours: eggs, pancakes, burritos, and coffee. Efficient counter rhythm and wallet-friendly pricing suit workday mornings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Pancake Stack, Country Potatoes & Eggs
What Makes it Special: No-frills, early-open breakfast with fast ticket times.
7.6
Regional bagel shop known for a wide flavor lineup and made-to-order breakfast and lunch sandwiches. The Bernal Avenue location is a quick stop for commuters looking for hearty bagel builds and coffee.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything bagel with scallion cream cheese, Asiago bagel breakfast sandwich, Turkey-avocado melt
What Makes it Special: Large flavor range and fast line for commuter mornings.
#48
Beanstalk Cafe
7.6
Compact Lower Nob Hill cafe for espresso drinks, bagels, and toasted sandwiches. Friendly counter service and quick prep make it an easy morning stop or light lunch option.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pesto turkey sandwich, BulGoGi beef sandwich, Matcha latte
What Makes it Special: Tiny cafe turning out quality coffee and toasted sandwiches fast.
7.6
Union Square counter spot offering a dedicated bagel menu with classic schmears and hearty sandwiches geared to commuters and tour pickups. It’s a practical downtown grab-and-go with early hours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bagel with cream cheese and lox, Egg & cheese bagel, TLT (turkey, lettuce, tomato) bagel
What Makes it Special: Downtown bagel lineup with quick service and early open.
#50
Cafe Bean
7.6
Neighborhood stalwart serving bagel sandwiches alongside classic espresso drinks at wallet-friendly prices. It’s a quick, no-fuss stop for a BEC or lox bagel before starting the day.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lox bagel, Bagel with egg & cheese, Bagel with peanut butter & jelly
What Makes it Special: Old-school café with fast, inexpensive bagel builds.