ZipPicks Awards
Best Bagels in Bushwick
Master Critic Review
The Bad Bagel
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Comfort Food Classics
A small neighborhood bagel counter focused on hand-rolled daily bagels and fast breakfast sandwiches, including vegan-friendly options. Come here for a straightforward grab-and-go bagel routine—tight order, quick service, no detours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asiago bacon egg & cheese bagel, Everything bagel with cream cheese, Cheesecake bagel
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 6.9
What makes it special: Hand-rolled daily bagels with fast, no-frills sandwich execution.
Who should go: Grab-and-go breakfast sandwich regulars
When to visit: Weekday mornings for fastest turnaround
What to order: Asiago BEC; everything + cream cheese; cheesecake bagel
Insider tip: Stick to one sandwich plus coffee—don’t over-customize during rush.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; limited turnover near the hub and can be frustrating during weekday mornings.
Dress code: Ultra-casual—jeans, hoodies, work clothes all normal.
Noise level: Low to moderate—mostly order-and-go chatter rather than sustained noise.
Weekend wait: Not applicable—primarily a morning and early afternoon spot.
Weekday lunch: 5–10 minutes typical; lines move quickly even when busy.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—multiple cream cheese, egg-and-cheese, and veggie-friendly bagel options.
Vegan options: Yes—vegan cream cheese and plant-based sandwich builds available.
Gluten-free options: Limited—gluten-free bagel option available, but cross-contamination is likely.
Best For
Better for: Fast, affordable bagel-and-sandwich runs with vegan options and minimal wait.
Skip if: You want a sit-down brunch, a wide schmear bar, or a destination-style bagel experience.