The Bagel Stop

I love bagel stop! Every time I'm downtown I always get the same thing.A turkey zinger on a plain bagel and it's oh so good! I'm there maybe once every 2 months and the ladies shocked me by knowing my order. I enjoy getting I speak with them when I come in.

This establishments humble location offers no insight into the delicious treats that wait. As you trek through the sterile environment of a downtown high rise you're eventually greeted by the warm, intoxicating smells of your holey prize. My expectations were low as I didn't think Cincinnati had much to offer in the way of fine New York style bagels but the bagel stop proved me wrong. With wonderful customer service behind me and An everything bagel sandwich for a very fair price in my hands I was on my way. No milling about at this establishment, but I can't imagine I would have stayed long. Before I knew it I was biting into this tantalizing treat and not long after I was hoping for another bite. Lo & behold I had consumed the entirety of meal in what felt like a second. They say time flies when you're having fun and my taste buds were no exception. Can't wait to come back to Cincinnati and repeat my experience. This reviewer says skip the chili when in Cinci and if you make it to the bagel stop tell em Dirk P. sent ya!

I overheard someone talking about this as their go to lunch spot downtown, so I made it a point to check it out. I love a good bagel, and Cincinnati has quite a few to offer. I was a little confused about the setup and ordering process, and it was crowded in the small store, but the kind person at the register walked me through it and didn't rush. There are lots of bread and bagel options, and you can get all sorts of sandwiches on any of them. I went for a rueben on an everything bagel, and it was very tasty! Maybe not the tidiest lunch, but we have a sink in our break room, so I'm not afraid of a little sauce. I tried the potato salad as a side, as well as an unsweetened iced tea, and both were good! I think this is a nice addition to downtown!

Stopped here on our way back to Detroit just to grab a quick bite to eat. It's inside a PNC building which we weren't expecting but the bagel sandwiches were wonderful and the employees were just super friendly which we love most of all.

I usually go to Bagel Stop as a last resort, mostly because of price. However, today was a day which made me say "Forget It".When I go to Bagel Stop, I usually order a Garlic Herb Bagel with Egg. I don't mind the egg not being made in front of me, or even that it's microwaved. The problem I had, was when the employee making my sandwich charred my bagel and wrapped it up like it was all right. I took part of it out and looked at him and the cashier. I could've raised a stink about it, but I was running out of time and had to get back to work. "Maybe it's not so bad." I told myself. But, I was very, very wrong. the egg was edible, but the bagel, for the most part, tasted like cardboard...and yes...I do know what that tastes like.After consuming the egg portion with a little of the bagel, I tossed it in the trash where it belonged. I would strongly recommend anyone in a pinch to go elsewhere. This place may be the closest to me, but I'd gladly take a few more minutes to have something prepared right, than to have someone ruin it and keep going like it's all right.

This is the Bagel Stop location in the skywalk at the Chemed Center (there's another location on Walnut). The curry chicken salad is the best option I've found there; other options I've tried (e.g. turkey reuben, regular chicken salad) aren't that great. The wait gets really, really long around noon here (even if it doesn't seem like there are that many people in front of you). It's also a bit overpriced for what you get.So, probably only worth it for those who work very close, or if you can get there via the skywalk without getting hot, cold, or rained on (as the case may be).

Ive eaten here a couple times out of convenience. The guy that works at the lunch counter is incredibly rude. I asked for something that was on the website, but I guess they weren't offering it that day? He talked to me like I was a complete idiot. The food is ok but not great, so it's worth the walk a few blocks to find another place to eat lunch where the service is better!

Quick, tasteful, have had multiple meat egg and cheese sandwiches on the menu and spicy chicken wraps. Have not been disappointed yet. Prices can seem high, but you get what you pay for.

I placed a catering order via email on extremely short notice. The manager was very accommodating and communicative. Every persons order was individually packaged and labeled with their name. Order was ready on time and the employees were all very friendly!

The bright spot of returning to work after Covid shutdown was seeing Benny with that huge smile on his face and enjoying his fabulous Mediterranean sandwich. Yes. That's all it took. Best sandwich downtown made by someone who is always smiling, working hard and who cares about his customers. Thank you!!