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Bongiorno Bagels
3107 S Gilbert Rd #101, Gilbert, AZ 85295, United States
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Bongiorno Bagels
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An
Review №1

Tasty tasty bagels. Theyre big, well-priced, and filling. Plus, everything in the store is delicious!! I always get the build your own bagel sandwich. They use good cheese and good bacon. They dont skimp out on anything either! Go here for a fantastic breakfast!

Sc
Review №2

Fantastic food and awesome service. We are so lucky to have this place in Gilbert. There may be a short line but it moved fast and the food 100% worth it. Great family runs the place...

Em
Review №3

Soooo good! If you like bagels and you’ve been going to Einstein, stop! This place has better bagels, great prices and it’s local! We got lunch sandwiches - they had delicious, unique options and they came out fast!

Le
Review №4

Been here about a dozen times so far. Great service every time! The everything bagel is perfect! Ive had an everything bagel in NYC too and this is way better. I dont drink coffee that much either but when I do its at Bongiorno Bagels.

Ta
Review №5

It’s rare to go somewhere where the service and food are as equally incredible. The owner is consistently kind, helpful, and happy to both the customers and employees.

Ja
Review №6

My wife is from the Morristown NJ area via Cali and said these are the best 🥯 outside of the city! I like their plain 🥯 with a flavored cream cheese. Fresh made daily. Super friendly people.

Am
Review №7

Being an east coaster it’s been impossible to get a good bagel - but hearing only amazing things about this place before coming I had high hopes. After finally trying Bongiorno Bagels, I can’t recommend them more. Plus having a pork roll as a meat option was just enough to love this place. Can’t wait to come back time and time again.

Sc
Review №8

Best NY style deli. Bagels are great. Deli selection is great too. I go once a week as a treat to myself.

C
Review №9

UPDATE (October 2020):Proper Mask wearing is poor and there is little social distancing but they at least no longer allow dine in eating though they have two outdoor tables next to the open front door. The staff member (who was under 30) who helped me wore his mask over his mouth only. That’s not how you wear a mask!! And the customer after me (who didn’t understand that we’re supposed to keep distance between customers) also wore his mask only over his mouth. Didn’t see hand sanitizer and employees weren’t wearing gloves to prepare food. So disappointed to see what’s going on when the owner isn’t there.In terms of the bagel, well this is no New York bagel so if you’re not from the NY area don’t think they taste like this. The bagels at Bongiorno are too soft and doughy, no different than the rubbish at Einsteins. And if you ask for your bagel to be toasted they barely toast it. I also didn’t like how they put the containers of deli salad in the same bag with the bagels. The blueberry bagel does have a lot of blueberry flavor which was nice.I do appreciate that they have have the usual deli fare like macaroni salad, potato salad, tuna salad, etc. and even Marino’s Italian ices though there’s no wooden spoon that used to come with it. Seemed Expensive to me, the quality declined as did the standards.The tuna, which they make, was terrible. Extremely dry and they put something in it other than celery that looked like parsley. Tasted odd. Whitefish is imported so that’s always good.ORIGINAL REVIEW:Friendly, helpful staff who gives away bags of bagels when it’s close to closing time. Whitefish is imported from Acme in New York. It can be salty but it’s good. My family thought the bagels weren’t authentic NY bagels. We’re from NY so we’re tough critics. I’ve had the gluten friendly bagel and didn’t like it.They have large deli pickles and good iced tea.

Je
Review №10

I am not one to review a business. If I don’t like the place, I don’t go back. If I love it, I frequent it. But I got to speaking with the owner, Eddie, at this bagel shop last week. It was my second time in. And although the line was out of the door and he was extremely busy, he was willing to talk with me, suggest some items to us, and reminisce about where we were both from back on Long Island. Aside from a couple dozen bagels, crumb cake (that they get flown in from NY), and some amazing cream cheese (tubs of bacon chive and roasted garlic), we got the New Yorker sandwich which is their corned beef on marble rye with this spicy Russian dressing and pickles. it was so good. Pricing is very reasonable for what you get. Service is out of the world. Their reputation is 100% accurate. They have the best bagels and the best sandwiches. The vibe is spot on. You feel like you are walking into a deli in New York. Not to mention, this is a FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS. Wow is all I can say. Great job!

mi
Review №11

Bagels are legitimate they reminded of the North Shore part of Staten Island, New York Bagels I use to get every morning going to Tottenville. Lox and cream cheese keep it simple and old school

Fr
Review №12

Stopped by today for the first time, glad I did.Great Personalized service, bagels, rolls and all ingredients are fresh, flavorful and cooked to perfection.Authentic NYC style, felt like back at the deli/bodega on my way to the subway station.Will definitely be back for more.

Ni
Review №13

Im from New Jersey, so I can say with certainty that Bongiorno Bagels is the real deal! These are not just the absolute best bagels Ive found outside of the NY/NJ area -- but some of the best in general. Really happy to have such a gem in the East Valley!

Be
Review №14

This is my first visit. Seeing the line while pulling into the parking lot let me know these bagels were going to be great! I waited in line 10 minutes. Staff are every efficient filling orders and accepting payment. Bagels are best Ive ever eaten. I will be back!

Da
Review №15

These bagles hit different. They are big and crispy. All the flavors they have are really good. It Looks like it may be a long wait, however they are very quick to clear the line.

Se
Review №16

Growing up in NJ…we had access to tons of great bagel shops. Here in AZ…it was a different story until we found Bongiorno. Best bagels in AZ…by a large margin.

Pa
Review №17

I’ve traveled the world looking for the best bagels and I finally have found it. This place does bagels the right way. This is the best bagel west of the Mississippi. Never been to NYC? Just go here. It’s practically the same thing.

B
Review №18

It was nice to walk in and order a bacon egg and cheese on a roll with a coffee just like I did back home. A little east coast in my desert living.

Da
Review №19

Best bagels in town. High quality Boars Head meat and fresh baked bagels cant be beat. Be sure to go early because they can get really busy and sometimes certain bagels sell out fast.

Do
Review №20

Authentic NY bagels in AZ! Steamy and hot in the store but worth every drop of sweat, so delicious but they are closed for vacation July 13-29!!! See you in August!

Ca
Review №21

Excellent bagels and service. And they have NY crumb cake!!

Jo
Review №22

Hands down, best bagels in Arizona. They are busy because they are the best. They sometimes run out because they are THAT GOOD. Believe me when I tell you, this place is the real deal. I’m from NY and this bagel could compete with the best places back home. Get the BECSPK on an everything bagel or a sesame bagel with the walnut cinnamon raisin cream cheese. You won’t regret it. Those are my 2 favorite items on their menu. What a great family owned business to support.

em
Review №23

I had a plain bagel with jalapeno cream cheese. It was a pretty basic bagel. There was a hefty amount of cream cheese but so was the price. It was almost $8 for two bagels and cream cheese.

Da
Review №24

My meal was fresh and tasty, very friendly staff.

Au
Review №25

My favorite place for weekend breakfasts. Love the build your own bagel options. And the crumb cake is the best Ive had.

To
Review №26

Yummy goodness!!! Fiery egg/hot Cappy/Muenster cheese/Roasted jalapeno/ Jalapeno cheddar bagel

Qu
Review №27

This place is dangerously located too close to my house. Amazing bagels! I highly recommend the Fireman Bagel. This is my new favorite place for a bagel and coffee. Everyone must try this place. They will not want any bagel from anywhere else. Trust me!

Sa
Review №28

The New Yorker was AMAZING. Perfect blend of flavors, texture, and temperature. So juicy. The chocolate chip cream cheese is so so good. Great service. So nice. Would come back in a heartbeat.

Ja
Review №29

Excellent. Thank you, thank you, thank you for knowing how to make a SALT bagel. The best in town. Very excited to find this establishment. Also excellent customer service. The woman that assisted me was very nice and accommodating.

De
Review №30

I have never had bagels in NY but if they are just like these ones I would have one every freaking day, forget about it!! Love this place!

Ch
Review №31

The line out the door should tell you this place is worth it! I havent been able to find good bagels in AZ since moving here from NY until now. This place is amazing! If you want a little slice of NY in the desert, visit this place!

Mo
Review №32

Absolutely delicious Bagels!!!, and wonderful Marinos Italian Ice,Thank You mr Bongiorno, YUMM!!Returned to experience yummy Bagels again today. Forgive me Bongiorno Bagels for being greedy, I am very grateful that in my late hour visit that I did get to experience a few that were left. Yes they are that good!! I understand, and well try to get there sooner next time. PS the Italian icees are scrumptious too 😋

Ya
Review №33

Wanted to try a bagel and egg sandwich and this place did not disappoint! I got the everything bagel with egg, munster cheese, and bacon! Then i added mayo, because mayo makes the world better. I loved it all. Will definitely be back.

To
Review №34

Love this place sooooooo much!! Everytime I leave a tip, even ifs its just $1, they say thank you that goes along way with me. They have good manners. Besides that, the food is AWESOME! I love the fireman, (lox bagle sandwich), macaroni salad and delicious coffee. Plus when the staff has time, they talk to their customers and sees us as valued individuals....(Again...good manners) All and all .... good customer service and good product, I hope to see this family business thrive for years to come!

Ji
Review №35

Solid bagels that reminded me of bagels I used to eat almost everyday in NJ. Great service as well as they take orders over the phone and provide curbside pick-up. Will definitely come back when Im in the mood for some more bagels! Only criticism is that I wish the bagels were a bit wider and thinner as I thought they were too fat.

Da
Review №36

Anyone leaving a bad review is full of it. Best bagel Ive ever had!

Vi
Review №37

I moved here from NY a few years ago and I am happy to say these bagels are legit! They have great flavor combined with the perfect chewiness that is extremely hard to find in bagels outside of the Northeast. Looking forward to coming back 👍

me
Review №38

Love the bagels at this place. Easily the best bagels in the valley. If your on this side of town during their open hours their sandwiches are amazing, breakfast or lunch. They only use boars head and fresh made cream cheese. We love to come and just get bagels and the fresh cream cheese even sometimes. They have coffee as well, just regular coffee or decaf I believe, not sure the brand. The owner is really nice, head been there everytime weve came, nice local run business with a great method for making quality food. Glad to have them in my neighborhood!

Sy
Review №39

Definitely a must visit! Very comparable to a NY deli breakfast sandwich. Great choices and add ons.

Ri
Review №40

Suppose to be a NY quality bagel experience...not quite. First off this Bacon egg and cheese bagel cost almost $8.00!! Absolutely crazy expensive for NY or AZ or any other state. The sandwich itself is good, although by no means worth $8! And is certainly not even close to a NY bagel. I can tell you first hand because Im from NY. The sandwich is a good novelty for those who moved to AZ from NY, but for native Arizonians I cant see them spending $8 on a sub par breakfast sandwich.....after response from owner I was apparently charged incorrectly, mistakes happen...2 stars now 3 stars.

Ma
Review №41

My clients LOVED the bagels that I brought in for our breakfast meeting. Im so happy that this bagel shop in close to my office. I have been back several times and everyone LOVES when I bring bagels from Bongiorno.

Ni
Review №42

If you are a true New Yorker you will cry when you eat a bagel from here! Its amazing and not breakfast in Arizona is ruined because nothing will match this joint!

Me
Review №43

It did seem like a popular, so I thought I’d give it a try. Place was crowded but that’s because it a Saturday morning. Even though the place was crowded at quick and efficient BUT.... the bagels weren’t tasty at all and it didn’t have that crunch when I got it toasted. I had high hopes for this place because I thought it was going to taste like a New York style bagel. That was not the case. I love cream cheese but not a block of it. Overall the place was nice, quick and efficient but the bagel was not tasty or satisfying.

Da
Review №44

These guys know how to make bagels. Based on how busy they can get, most of Chandler already knows this.I almost always get a bagel sandwich, and they never disappoint. One is definitely enough. Maybe even for two people.Bongiorno is a local business, so I’m more than happy to support them, but they make it easy with amazing quality, so everyone wins.

JM
Review №45

These bagels and breakfast sammies are amazing. The team here is very friendly and fun! Thank you for the great service today all!

Le
Review №46

The bagels are thicc, chewy, with a crispy crust. The sandwiches are excellent. The owner told me he has a water service that supplies water with the same alkalinity found in NY. Hows that for authentic!

R
Review №47

This is a must visit! Of course, everyone has a like, and for me, a crispy outside crunch, with a soft chewy inside is what I like in a bagel. This will not disappoint. Bought the bakers dozen where you get a free bagel, and I also got their bacon and scallion, garlic, and plain cream cheese. All were thick, creamy and full of flavor. Again, this place is a must visit.

Ph
Review №48

Hands down the best bagel place in the Temple/Gilbert area. I feel like Im back in NYC. Delicious. Customer service is superb. Dont believe the one-star review from the Door Dash person. Its folly.

Ad
Review №49

Great NY bagel deli in the middle of the desert.

K.
Review №50

Had the plain with the bacon &chive cream cheese. It was delicious and will definitely be getting more.

Ri
Review №51

A little piece of New York in the dry Arizona desert. Great, quick service with delicious tasting bagels. You will definitely be able to taste the difference between Bongiorno Bagels and bagels from other bagel shops in the valley. So happy to have found a place that reminds of me home! Not only do they have great breakfast sandwiches they carry Boars Head deli meats and Marinos Italian Ices. Thank you Bongiorno Bagels for bringing the taste of NY to Gilbert!👍❤️

Ma
Review №52

Had the Fireman breakfast sandwich. Delicious! Cant wait for the next visit.

Br
Review №53

Dont let the line out the door keep you away. It goes fast and its worth the short wait. Try the mickey b sandwich. The maple sausage with a jalapeno cheddar bagel is amazing.

Ka
Review №54

This place is quite the hidden gem! The bagels were just how I remembered them from NYC. The folks running it are so friendly and accommodating. I wanted to go today but there was a crazy long line. They are following COVID-19 precautions which is great. That does mean you might be waiting in the Phoenix heat for a bit but they are really efficient and fill orders quickly.

Da
Review №55

Very impressed with the bagels and the whole vibe of this place. I just moved to the area and this is a place I’ll definitely be frequenting. They actually convert water into New York water and you get that awesome chewiness if a real NY bagel. If you want great bagels give this place a try.

To
Review №56

Just outstanding people and outstanding bagels and sandwiches!! Love it.

Ch
Review №57

Wonderful reminder of living back in NY!

Na
Review №58

Wow, so glad I stopped in. Now excited to show my NY friends a great local spot. See you again soon Bongiorno friends!If youre wondering, my wife got the New Yorker, and I got the Aggressor. Thank goodness they split them so we could each swap a half since they BOTH were too good to decide on.

Ja
Review №59

Delicious bagels with a great variety of schmears. Grab a black and white while youre there.

Sc
Review №60

Best bagels this side of the Mississippi River! Friendly staff. And best of affordable pricing. Delicious coffee too. Don’t ask if you should go here. Just run out the door now and come experience it.

Am
Review №61

The bagels are legit. Taste fresh outta NY. The sandwiches are delicious too... Made with boars head meats and cheeses, so you cant go wrong! Definitely will be back!

Mi
Review №62

Excellent, friendly shop. Great bagels, sandwiches, sliced deli meats, and especially lox and whitefish salad. Also, a huge drink selection. They even have black and white cookies!

Na
Review №63

Absolutely love this place! Customer service is awesome... food is even better! Its nice to have something NY style on this side of the coast... keep up the amazing work.

Da
Review №64

Great food and great staff! Been here a few times and always get stellar service and the bagels are consistently delish

Ja
Review №65

Love this place. The service is awsome everyone is patient and helpful. The food is delicious 😋

Da
Review №66

Delicious authentic bagels! Get there early to beat the long line.

Ch
Review №67

Best bagels in east valley. Owners are straight out of New York and have a device that flavors the water used to make the bagels to taste exactly like they do back in New York. Everything about the food and staff is outstanding.

Th
Review №68

Excellent Bagels, they use Boars Head products.

cr
Review №69

Attempted to visit this place several times but always closed but finally did Sunday, NOT impressed! small bagels for the price, looked like rolls, bland and cream cheese I got was grainy like it was old. Service was decent though

Ge
Review №70

Wont find bagels that taste like this anywhere else. The crew is friendly that work there. Can be long lines, but worth the wait.

Dr
Review №71

Ive been wanting to try this place for a while! So I decided that today was the day. So I was a little torn what to order, so I ordered both the Fireman and the Mickey B. Honestly, I dont think I can chose a favorite. They are both so delicious, but so different. The Fireman is rich with maybe just a little too much cream cheese to salmon ratio. The everything bagel is absolute perfection. The Mickey B is so savory, the maple syrup drizzled on the sausage is perfect aint of sweetness. The raisin bagel is soft and delicious. So in all, great first experience.

Je
Review №72

Will 👏 Be 👏 Back 👏This sammich was on point! 👌

Sh
Review №73

Excellent bagels and breakfast sandwiches! Glad theyve moved into this area. Be aware, they do sell out of certain bagels daily, so get there early!!

Jo
Review №74

After 1 1/2 years of searching for a good sandwich here in the valley, this place delivers. Not only do they meet my expectations, they go above and beyond what i am looking for.Customer service: they make it as fast as possible from the second its ordered.10 outta 10 score! wait time is only held up, minimally by orders ahead of you... And i dont blame them . the food is amazing so a wait time is expected lol. Best damn sandwich iv ever had. Its worth while. I promise.Great coffee and great coffee add ons... Coffee crumb cake and what not. Its such a delight!!!Diversity with the breakfast and lunch options is a 10-10. I am so satisfied with my options . the best in town i dont even know any of the staff by name but i assure you im a regular, and its heart warming knowing they put in the effort for our first responders as well. All round 10 outta 10 . from the sandwich, to the comunity, to the hospitality. i love this place.Side note i ordered a lunch sandwich and then got back in line and ordered another sandwich so i can save for dinner. Lol . from the staff to the owner these people open up shop and hustle their bagels off lol. Makes me proud of the long line, and sad as well. I love good business but i cant wait to get a bongiornos sandwich in my hands...Thats the honest truthTHE BEST FRICKEN SANDWICH IN TOWN!!!!!

mu
Review №75

Great bagels. Friendly staff. Did I say great bagels?My only complaint is that sometimes they run out of bagels before they close. This is because they only make what they are sure they can sell. Get there early.

Da
Review №76

First time here this morning, this place was great! Closest thing to NY bagels in AZ. Excellent service. Will definitely be coming here more often.

Jo
Review №77

Really great bagel shop. Everything is fresh and tasty and hot and the staff is friendly and nice.

Ly
Review №78

Everything from here is absolutely amazing. If you havent been here, you are missing out!

El
Review №79

Went to pick up an order and as I was paying, the staff member told me that next time I would have to wear a mask. I told him I was medically exempt and he said they would bring the order out to me in the parking lot. The only issue was I had to pay in person so I asked what the solution would be for that next time, to which he stated, then theres gonna be a problem. The only problem is you lost a customer. Not okay with discrimination over my personal health and intimating threats that there will be a problem over a bagel. Completely inappropriate and menacing.

Aq
Review №80

In my opinion this is the best bagel shop in the Chandler Gilbert area. Love the food there. It’s family ran and the staff is super friendly. The bagels are amazing and the different options You have for cream cheese are endless!

Di
Review №81

Only got a few bagels - but they are the best we have had so far in the Phx area. They are larger than expected, but have the right texture and taste. The everything bagel has good fresh tasting garlic and salt, etc. We will be back, and we live over an hour away!

fr
Review №82

Absolutley amazing bagels. They tasted so good I was sad to eat my last bite. The bagels had the perfect out side crunch and chewyness. The owners were there and made us feel like family. Cant say enough about the taste of the bagel. They even have the water maker to make the water taste like New York water. Overall it was a enjoyable eating experience.

me
Review №83

Best place in phoenix to get bagels.. Just run

Ja
Review №84

If you are from ny and looking for the closest to ny bagels, definitely check out this place. Best bagels in az!

Mi
Review №85

We have the New Bagel King!!!! Stopped by and had a poppy seed bagel with pastrami, tomato, mayo and mustard. Absolutely the best bagel sandwich Ive had! Bongiornos just doesnt put your sandwich together with pre-portioned refrigerated deli meat, they freshly slice your pastrami, fresh mozzarella, homemade herb Mayo. Do I need to go on? Ill see you at 6 a.m. tomorrow!

S
Review №86

Long lines but worth the wait

Je
Review №87

This place is the best. Breakfast bagel sandwiches with bacon egg and cheese hit the spot every time. No need to have these bagels toasted either as they are perfectly crisp on the outside and soft in the middle. Easily the best bagel on this side of town. I have driven to all the top bagel spots in the East Valley and Bongiorno destroys them by a fairly wide margin.

An
Review №88

This place is awesome! Im from NJ and its hard to find a decent bagel joint here. I usually just have them shipped from back east to Arizona but prices have gone up and Im not willing to pay it unless Im having overnight guests in town. Now that my husband found this place I dont need to order from NY! You need to go early in the day because they run out of bagels closer to closing time it seems. I do the drive from Tempe so its about 25+ minutes away. That should tell you something. Five stars for sure! Theyre always busy yet owner still has time to speak to his customers. I love this place! Dont hesitate.. just see for yourself! Five stars for sure!!

Da
Review №89

Easily the best bagel on this side of the valley. I could tell it would be good just from the look of the bagels as I walked up to order. When a bagel is right, the crust has an unmistakable sheen that I havent seen very often in AZ, but it was commonplace growing up in New Jersey.Ill be going back again for sure as they make a lot of other deli sandwiches that Ive had a hard time finding since I moved out west. To my surprise, they even make Taylor Ham/Pork Roll.The people running the place were very friendly as well.

Ke
Review №90

Amazing bagels!!

Ry
Review №91

Best bagels in AZ! Get the everything bagel w garlic cream cheese, or the Micky B sandwich!

T
Review №92

Ive come here numerous times. Came in during 2020 when masks were required. I had on a cloth mask and was asked to put on a surgical mask which I cannot wear. They said the cloth mask was not allowed, when I asked how the employees had on the neck gaiter style cloth masks were any different and they said they would take my order outside. The large employee with glasses stared me down as if he wanted to fight for calling out their hypocrisy. Lost a customer over something so stupid!

Mi
Review №93

Bagels pretty good. My only issue so far is their blueberry bagel. Im pretty sure they use artificial blueberry. Something is not right. I wish theyd use fresh, real blueberries in their bagel. I wont order those anymore.

Za
Review №94

Great bagels and friendly service. They have a large variety of cream cheese and sandwich options, everything I have had has been great!

Da
Review №95

Best bagels since NY

Sa
Review №96

I moved to Arizona from New York about 3 years ago and these bagels are amazing! Tastes just like New York bagels. I drove 20 minutes just to try them and I am impressed. I cant wait to go back and show my whole family!

An
Review №97

Bagels are always fresh and they have a water filtration system so they can have water as close as possible to New York City water. Arizona water is horrible so this system really helps. I highly recommend this place if youre looking for an authentic New York bagel.

Am
Review №98

Finally a good bagel place in the east valley! The bagels are fresh and delicious and they toast them to perfection! The birthday cake cream cheese is a fun option for my kids. My only complaint was that it was really warm inside, but I may have visited on a day when their AC was on the fritz, so I wont let that affect my rating. I do wish there was a little more seating though.

Ly
Review №99

The Fireman sandwich is crazy good. Lox, capers, onion, tomato... I could have that for breakfast every day.

Ap
Review №100

NY bagels right here! I always make it a point to stop in when in the area.

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  • Address:3107 S Gilbert Rd #101, Gilbert, AZ 85295, United States
  • Site:https://bongiornobagels.com/
  • Phone:+1 480-588-8222
Categories
  • Bagel shop
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:6AM–2PM
  • Thursday:6AM–2PM
  • Friday:6AM–2PM
  • Saturday:7AM–2PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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