Great sandwiches, soup and staff is very friendly. Maybe it’s because it was our first visit and there were 5 of us, but ordering was a little “wonky” and we had to go back and buy our drinks separately because they were located away from the front where you were place orders. Now we know to grab our drinks first and then order our food. Very relaxing place to enjoy lunch with the family!
I think this might be the best bagel place in Chicago. I don’t think it can quite match what you’ll find in New York City, but it’s very good. You can order at the counter or on your mobile device, which is efficient and convenient. There’s water and sparkling water at the front which I appreciate. I’ve had a few of the sandwiches as well and they’re all quite good. The interior is big and the turnover is quick, even on a weekend morning, so it can work out well for larger groups. The service is fast and friendly. Overall a great place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Laura Harrison
Mmm we went here for a birthday breakfast. We left saying that we’re sure we could order almost anything on the menu and be satisfied. I recommend the Ruth. Husband had the Uncle Rube and really enjoyed.Kid-friendliness: Brought our baby and there was ample space for a stroller despite it being slightly busy. Other kids were there enjoying themselves.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Savagian
I’m not usually a breakfast sandwich person, but I would push my grandma down the stairs to get at anything Steingold’s pops in a warm bagel.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Sandwiches
Tristin Crum
Steingold’s is great! We were looking for NYC style bagels and we found them here, we’ll absolutely be
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam Barton
Amazing
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Drake Shafer
So excited to have gotten to try the Philadelphia collab. Such good bagels with such good cream cheese!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Justin Reiling
Delicious, hole-less bagel collab with Philly Cream Cheese! My everything bagel was tender and soft with a bit of a bite. Generous amount of cream cheese.
Hannah Lauer
I actually really enjoyed the food I had but the staff member we engaged with was down right mean! She was the hostess (albeit lacking any host vibes) and managing the cash wrap and made us feel like we were an absolute burden for patroning the business. She was in an awful mood and had such a chip on her shoulder. She made numerous rude comments and we brushed them off at first and figured we walked in at a stressful time but then almost an hour later as we were leaving (after the same person somewhat forcefully made us leave and wouldn’t let us finish our last few bites of food bc they were closing at 3pm) she made a nasty sarcastic comment. We also wanted to buy a bunch of their refrigerated salads and spreads to go but she said “too late. Time to go home.” even tho it wasn’t 3pm yet… weird. It’s just a bummer to spend money at a place and be made to feel like you’re an inconvenience. Unfortunately, I won’t be back because of this experience even though I live and die for Matzo Ball soup!
Terrible place, it's no reason I should have 45 minutes for a grilled cheese. Wont be going back to this place anytime soon.
Lai Anderson
Steingolds is our Friday treat! Every week, I look forward to ordering from here, walking up with our dog, and taking a nice stroll back. We almost exclusively get their draft dark matter cold brew and 2-3 bagels with cream cheese (light on the cc for me!). I’ve treated myself to some of their pastries or to go packaged snacks for picnics. I’ve also ordered dozens for parties. Everyone that works there is an absolute gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bagel & Cream Cheese, Bagels
Gregg Johnson
Very nice place and tasty food with a lively atmosphere. Portions were a little small for that sandwich which I think was called a Sister-in-law. The sandwich was really good and the atmosphere was very vibrant. The lady taking our order was very kind and she helped us decide what to order. I really liked everything about this experience except.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Arnell Corbin
I’m in search of the best Ruben in Chicago and this place was not it! From the customer service to the food, I’ll give it 1 star. The price of the Ruben with a side of potato salad was not worth it. The Ruben was very dry and did not taste fresh at all, the potato salad tasted like a smashed potato, that was just placed inside of a condiment container with no ingredients. However I will rate the cashier with the pink hair 5-star, she was very polite.
Great sandwiches, soup and staff is very friendly. Maybe it’s because it was our first visit and there were 5 of us, but ordering was a little “wonky” and we had to go back and buy our drinks separately because they were located away from the front where you were place orders. Now we know to grab our drinks first and then order our food. Very relaxing place to enjoy lunch with the family!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Corned Beef, Matzo Ball Soup, Uncle Rube Sandwich, Grandma Rachel Sandwich
Best in Chicago
I think this might be the best bagel place in Chicago. I don’t think it can quite match what you’ll find in New York City, but it’s very good. You can order at the counter or on your mobile device, which is efficient and convenient. There’s water and sparkling water at the front which I appreciate. I’ve had a few of the sandwiches as well and they’re all quite good. The interior is big and the turnover is quick, even on a weekend morning, so it can work out well for larger groups. The service is fast and friendly. Overall a great place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mmm we went here for a birthday breakfast. We left saying that we’re sure we could order almost anything on the menu and be satisfied. I recommend the Ruth. Husband had the Uncle Rube and really enjoyed.Kid-friendliness: Brought our baby and there was ample space for a stroller despite it being slightly busy. Other kids were there enjoying themselves.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’m not usually a breakfast sandwich person, but I would push my grandma down the stairs to get at anything Steingold’s pops in a warm bagel.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Sandwiches
Steingold’s is great! We were looking for NYC style bagels and we found them here, we’ll absolutely be
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
So excited to have gotten to try the Philadelphia collab. Such good bagels with such good cream cheese!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious, hole-less bagel collab with Philly Cream Cheese! My everything bagel was tender and soft with a bit of a bite. Generous amount of cream cheese.
I actually really enjoyed the food I had but the staff member we engaged with was down right mean! She was the hostess (albeit lacking any host vibes) and managing the cash wrap and made us feel like we were an absolute burden for patroning the business. She was in an awful mood and had such a chip on her shoulder. She made numerous rude comments and we brushed them off at first and figured we walked in at a stressful time but then almost an hour later as we were leaving (after the same person somewhat forcefully made us leave and wouldn’t let us finish our last few bites of food bc they were closing at 3pm) she made a nasty sarcastic comment. We also wanted to buy a bunch of their refrigerated salads and spreads to go but she said “too late. Time to go home.” even tho it wasn’t 3pm yet… weird. It’s just a bummer to spend money at a place and be made to feel like you’re an inconvenience. Unfortunately, I won’t be back because of this experience even though I live and die for Matzo Ball soup!
Restaurantji Recommends
Always a great stop while in Chicago!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Sandwiches, Bagels, Pastrami Egg Cheese
Terrible place, it's no reason I should have 45 minutes for a grilled cheese. Wont be going back to this place anytime soon.
Steingolds is our Friday treat! Every week, I look forward to ordering from here, walking up with our dog, and taking a nice stroll back. We almost exclusively get their draft dark matter cold brew and 2-3 bagels with cream cheese (light on the cc for me!). I’ve treated myself to some of their pastries or to go packaged snacks for picnics. I’ve also ordered dozens for parties. Everyone that works there is an absolute gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bagel & Cream Cheese, Bagels
Very nice place and tasty food with a lively atmosphere. Portions were a little small for that sandwich which I think was called a Sister-in-law. The sandwich was really good and the atmosphere was very vibrant. The lady taking our order was very kind and she helped us decide what to order. I really liked everything about this experience except.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
I’m in search of the best Ruben in Chicago and this place was not it! From the customer service to the food, I’ll give it 1 star. The price of the Ruben with a side of potato salad was not worth it. The Ruben was very dry and did not taste fresh at all, the potato salad tasted like a smashed potato, that was just placed inside of a condiment container with no ingredients. However I will rate the cashier with the pink hair 5-star, she was very polite.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Reuben