Stopped in on my way to passing time. Small place. No wait time. Bagels are good. Price OK. -- You should eat your bagel here or at your destination. Walk one block east munching on your good bagel, and your nose will be overwhelmed with the human waste smell.
Best Bagels in Portland. Trust me, I’ve tried them all. Bowery goes a fantastic job and offer a bakers dozen at a great price. Wonderful bagel breakfast sandwiches as well! Worth the try, you won’t be disappointed.
Note: Staff is always fast and friendly ☺️
Have been twice so far and that’s all I need to know that I’ll be back over and over again. The bacon and egg bagel was incredibly tasty even on a “plain”. Very much recommend!
Wow! Genuinely the best bagels I’ve had in a long time. The vegan savory spread was delectable and perfectly seasons. And the vegan breakfast sandwich was so mouthwateringly delicious, I thought I died. The service was super friendly and the atmosphere was perfect.
Delicious bagels, not too tough and definitely fresh. Pretty good coffee as well. Friendly staff. Bit of a wait mid-morning Sunday (10-15 minutes for the entire visit), but worth it if you don't need to be immediately in and out.
I grew up eating authentic NY style bagels on the east coast, and I can tell you Bowery Bagels are legit! I can't go a week without coming here.
I would respectfully argue that any reviewer claiming these to be "too hard" may not be totally aware of (or perhaps just do not like) what an authentic NY bagel is. They are boiled for a few seconds before they get baked. This seals the crust and gives it that authentic bagel crunch on the outside that bubbles slightly when toasted and develops another layer of flavor, while also remaining chewy on the inside. This is what makes a great bagel. Most store bought and inauthentic bagels are soft because it is simply just enriched wheat flour bread shaped in a circle. Not here. These are quality. I don't think it's fair at all to criticize a bagel shop or dock them stars for having authentic NY style bagels, which is what the website even states they do.
Bowery is the best and the staff are lovely too <3
Very good New York style bagels in a really clean store with friendly and efficient staff.
The bagel egg only sandwich was very good and nicely wrapped. The bagels were just the right amount of density yet chewy soft for NY style bagels. The egg was good as well.
The staff was friendly and accommodating with dietary restriction requests. They were very friendly to a newcomer as they were to several regulars that came in. They had their orders known as they said hello.
The store is very clean and seems well run. They scored a perfect health code rating on the last inspection in June 2022.
The Pride items around make the environment welcoming and affirming. Not a direct effect on the products sold, but adds to the general experience as a positive one.
A great choice for a good bagel, sandwich or warm or cold beverages.
Great spot for authentic NY style bagels. Heavy on flavor and consistent quality. Good service rounds off a great bagel shop!
It's the kind of place that sells "nyc authenticity" but puts the schmear on there like butter. Maybe if they spent less on on authentic looking fake subway mosaics they would need to stiff you cream cheese. I'm still giving five stars cause the coffee is good, the bagels themselves pretty "authentic" and the exhausted looking young women who work there are always "inauthentically" friendly
Was heading up to Seattle on the Bolt Bus and saw Bowery Bagels from the bus stop. Having been born and lived near the Bowery, in New York, I was curious.
The décor is that of the old Noah's Bagels, tiled to look like a NY subway station. The staff were attentive, getting my order just right (and that's not a given).
The bagels are good, and the toppings too. It's not up to par with NY's best -- Russ & Daughters on Houston St -- but it was very satisfying in Portland, very early on a Saturday morning.
Excellent bagel! Perfect level of chew, not sugary, good zing of yeast, excellent flavor and level of salt. Just a great bagel. Lox sandwich was also very nice.
everyone here is always super friendly :) usually doesn't take too long, and their bagels and coffee is good!
Pretty good! Everything bagel is too salty. That seems to be the norm with PNW bagels. They automatically toast/reheat it, which is a shame because it has a good chewiness.
Delicious bagels, fast service, and kind employees. I love their sandwiches, and they have a great deal for half off bagels after 12. Can’t be beat!
Their Everything bagel is unique and fantastic -- a great mix of seeds and spices. A superior bagel!
I'm eating the Reuben right now and it's incredible. I'm not a huge fan of bagels generally because I have weak teeth and find them difficult to chew, but the everything bagel saturated with pastrami juice is perfect. Fresh and easy to chew. Service was very friendly, preparation was quick, shop felt clean, safe, and welcoming, substantial sandwich for a reasonable price. Will return in the future.
Delicious bagels, as good as any other. Had the plan and onion bagels. Warm and tastes fresh. The cream cheese options delicious too.
Special shout out to the 2 staff who were working there- top customer service.
Will visit again.
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