I went for the first time today and I was very intrigued by the Bulgogi and Egg breakfast sandwich (on an everything bagel). I usually pick up food in the morning so I can eat it for lunch and this sandwich did not disappoint. It was obviously a bit cold when I ate it hours later but even though it was cold I can say it was easily one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. The beef was nice and tender and seasoned and the egg complimented it very well. They were kind enough to give me a fried rice ball with kimchi sauce poured over it and that was a really pleasant surprise. It tasted great. I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: SMB - Seoul Meets Bagel Sandwich, Rice Balls
Carlos Gnlo
SMB, that’s all you have to say when you walk in. Owner knows how to take care of customers, very welcoming, rare to see that nowadays. Drive all the way from NJ to make a stop here, worth it, hope you expand to Fort Lee. Cheers!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: SMB - Seoul Meets Bagel Sandwich
H M
Delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Don Mitchell
Hopping, flavorful. Interesting fusion of Korean and bagels. Bialy was dry. Bagels and toppings were great. Staff was generous even if a bit
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Joe Romano
Food was good but the mirrors and windows look like they are never cleaned, i want to like this
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Magdalena Szewczyk
Absolutely phenomenal bagels! Each bite was a burst of flavor, and the variety of fillings was impressive. The staff provided excellent service, making the experience even more enjoyable. Can't recommend this place enough – a must-try for bagel lovers!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aliah James
First time and I loved it here! Wild because I’ve been in Astoria for years! The shop definitely has that old school NY feel to it but I enjoyed that feel and aesthetic. Plus, he offered free Nutella banana pudding ;). Definitely a new fav bagel spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ed lim
The secret is getting out but get the SMB (Seoul Meets Bagel) and don't look back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul Yune
Heard about this place via social media... and it was worth the hype. I ordered the Bulgogi Bagel and the owner was cool enough to offer me a Kimchi & Bulgogi Fried Rice Ball topped with a creamy kimchi sauce. Everything was awesome.
This place represents the best of New York. A charismatic Korean man knows ALL his customers, is giving out free food to first timers, speaking English and Spanish to customers, and peddling New York bagel classics and bagel Korean fusion cuisine. And, best of all, the food is excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephen Prevost
Deserves all of the hype. Get an SMB, DAPS, or whatever new creation Ben is working on and enjoy one of the best bagels in the city. And don't turn down his balls if offered — Korean arancini that will change your life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Abby Goodrich
LOVE THE ENERGY OF THIS PLACE!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Wallman
Best breakfast sandwich I’ve ever had. The bulgogi, eggs, and sauce is such a wildly good combination. The balls he gives you before are also delicious. This place is really far away from me but I’d make a trip back here just to get this sandwich again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bulgogi, SMB - Seoul Meets Bagel Sandwich
maria mejia
I’ve come in for bagels several times, and all times it’s superb!My first encounter with Ben made me love the shop even more!We’ve gotten complimentary candy, banana pudding and extra Ben’s balls!There are more than a few bagels spots in Astoria but this by far tis my fave!You have to try this place!
big fan of Ben's
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went for the first time today and I was very intrigued by the Bulgogi and Egg breakfast sandwich (on an everything bagel). I usually pick up food in the morning so I can eat it for lunch and this sandwich did not disappoint. It was obviously a bit cold when I ate it hours later but even though it was cold I can say it was easily one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. The beef was nice and tender and seasoned and the egg complimented it very well. They were kind enough to give me a fried rice ball with kimchi sauce poured over it and that was a really pleasant surprise. It tasted great. I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: SMB - Seoul Meets Bagel Sandwich, Rice Balls
SMB, that’s all you have to say when you walk in. Owner knows how to take care of customers, very welcoming, rare to see that nowadays. Drive all the way from NJ to make a stop here, worth it, hope you expand to Fort Lee. Cheers!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: SMB - Seoul Meets Bagel Sandwich
Delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hopping, flavorful. Interesting fusion of Korean and bagels. Bialy was dry. Bagels and toppings were great. Staff was generous even if a bit
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Food was good but the mirrors and windows look like they are never cleaned, i want to like this
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely phenomenal bagels! Each bite was a burst of flavor, and the variety of fillings was impressive. The staff provided excellent service, making the experience even more enjoyable. Can't recommend this place enough – a must-try for bagel lovers!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time and I loved it here! Wild because I’ve been in Astoria for years! The shop definitely has that old school NY feel to it but I enjoyed that feel and aesthetic. Plus, he offered free Nutella banana pudding ;). Definitely a new fav bagel spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The secret is getting out but get the SMB (Seoul Meets Bagel) and don't look back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heard about this place via social media... and it was worth the hype. I ordered the Bulgogi Bagel and the owner was cool enough to offer me a Kimchi & Bulgogi Fried Rice Ball topped with a creamy kimchi sauce. Everything was awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This place represents the best of New York. A charismatic Korean man knows ALL his customers, is giving out free food to first timers, speaking English and Spanish to customers, and peddling New York bagel classics and bagel Korean fusion cuisine. And, best of all, the food is excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Deserves all of the hype. Get an SMB, DAPS, or whatever new creation Ben is working on and enjoy one of the best bagels in the city. And don't turn down his balls if offered — Korean arancini that will change your life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
LOVE THE ENERGY OF THIS PLACE!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best breakfast sandwich I’ve ever had. The bulgogi, eggs, and sauce is such a wildly good combination. The balls he gives you before are also delicious. This place is really far away from me but I’d make a trip back here just to get this sandwich again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bulgogi, SMB - Seoul Meets Bagel Sandwich
I’ve come in for bagels several times, and all times it’s superb!My first encounter with Ben made me love the shop even more!We’ve gotten complimentary candy, banana pudding and extra Ben’s balls!There are more than a few bagels spots in Astoria but this by far tis my fave!You have to try this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gourmet Bagels, Bulgogi, SMB - Seoul Meets Bagel Sandwich