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Cozy shop baking bagels inspired by Long Island, available as is or as breakfast & lunch sandwiches.
Hours
| Sunday | 7 AM–3 PM |
| Monday | 6 AM–3 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–3 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–3 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–3 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–3 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–3 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1257A Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
Phone: (404) 343-3758
Website: http://www.emeraldcitybagels.com/
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Reviews
Elisabeth Pagan
My partner and I got bagels this morning and I loved it! It was my first time and as a person who passively likes/ eats bagels it was my first time I was like oh wow. I would actually love eating a bagel sandwich from here.
Here’s why:
The everything bagel I got had great flavor (a touch more salt than other places. Do other places actually use salt on the outside of their bagels? )
It was thin in a way that was amazing. The bagel was thin enough where it didn’t feel like my jaw was having a light workout.
It was just great flavor and exterior perfection with enough bread inside to be filling.
I got my cream cheese on the side because I wanted to try both the regular whipped cream cheese and their current flavor of charred scallions which was amazing.
I will say if you’re reading this when they have this flavor, it may go better with just the plain but it was still good on the everything, just a lot of savory flavors in a bite.
I also got their chicken sausage on the side which is a thin patty that was also savory but beautifully balanced and amazing for a bagel shop.
With all that in mind, I could imagine me putting all these pieces together next time and having a great sandwich that’s savory and not overwhelming as some bagel sandwiches can be.
Tips for myself that you’re welcome to take with you for your order:
If you’re traveling to take the bagel home, don’t get it toasted. Toast it yourself so it remains perfect longer and assemble yourself so your cream cheese ratio is to your preference.
… moreHere’s why:
The everything bagel I got had great flavor (a touch more salt than other places. Do other places actually use salt on the outside of their bagels? )
It was thin in a way that was amazing. The bagel was thin enough where it didn’t feel like my jaw was having a light workout.
It was just great flavor and exterior perfection with enough bread inside to be filling.
I got my cream cheese on the side because I wanted to try both the regular whipped cream cheese and their current flavor of charred scallions which was amazing.
I will say if you’re reading this when they have this flavor, it may go better with just the plain but it was still good on the everything, just a lot of savory flavors in a bite.
I also got their chicken sausage on the side which is a thin patty that was also savory but beautifully balanced and amazing for a bagel shop.
With all that in mind, I could imagine me putting all these pieces together next time and having a great sandwich that’s savory and not overwhelming as some bagel sandwiches can be.
Tips for myself that you’re welcome to take with you for your order:
If you’re traveling to take the bagel home, don’t get it toasted. Toast it yourself so it remains perfect longer and assemble yourself so your cream cheese ratio is to your preference.
Tahj Blow
Having previously lived in New York City for 25 years before coming to Atlanta, Emerald City Bagel was a curl of the monkey’s paw when I asked for a New York-styled bagel. As some caveats, my partner and I went to the secondary location on the belt line – which receives the boiled bagels from the main location every morning. We also went around 1:00 PM, so we didn’t get a chance to try the freshest bagels. However, having been to other NYC bagel stores like Best Bagel and Coffee and Katz Deli, this Emerald City Bagel experience was a 2.5/5
I asked the cashier about how the bagels were made, and he let me know that the owner of the franchise moved from New York to Atlanta to open his shop. The cashier let me know that the bagels are boiled in the traditional way, and that they are sent from the main location every morning. The environment and ambience was a retro take on a bagel shop. All of the employees had a 1950s styled uniform, complete with a small paper hat. The pace of the restaurant was decidedly not NYC, which wasn’t a problem but a noticeable difference. The restaurant was not jam packed with people calling out their bagels, and the staff didn’t have the feel of seasoned, efficient bagel cashiers.
When we ordered, I got a standard toasted everything bagel with regular cream cheese and capers, and my partner got an egg and cheese bagel with avocado. My bagel was decidedly “Okay”. The bagel itself tasted like a garden variety bagel you could get in the city. Given the huge range of bagel options, being middle of the pack isn’t a strong endorsement, and I would struggle to describe this bagel as a solid mid-range bagel. Positively, it was clear that the bagel was boiled the right way, and it was seasoned well. However, the bagel came out lukewarm despite the toasting, and there was no fluff to mine. I got a generous dollop of cream cheese and capers, so I was happy with that.
My partner’s bagel, on the other hand, was crazy. I could not, in good faith, call her egg, cheese, and avocado bagel a NYC styled one. Her bagel had a glossy finish to it that made us question if it was truly boiled. When asked about adding avocado and tomato to the bagel, we were told that hot and cold sandwiches had to be built certain ways, and that hot sandwiches couldn’t have cold toppings added to it to “preserve the bagel”. So my partner’s avocado and tomato came in a separate container, which she added to the bagel herself. Looking at her bagel, the egg and cheese were really disappointing. The egg looked like a thin, fried egg rather than the fluffy scramble that we were expecting, and the cheese didn’t seem like it was added on at the right temperature. When compared to some random photos of an average NYC bagel (Final image), you can clearly see the difference between how the eggs were made.
All together, Emerald City Bagel on the beltline just barely makes it on to a recommendation list. For people from the Tri-state area, I would describe my experience as fine for someone who wants the closest reminder to what bagel should be. But, in my opinion, there was a lot of daylight between these bagels and what I expect from an NYC one. This wasn’t the place where you’ll get the BECSPK you had before hopping on the plane. I’m looking forward to a different experience at the main site later this summer.
… moreI asked the cashier about how the bagels were made, and he let me know that the owner of the franchise moved from New York to Atlanta to open his shop. The cashier let me know that the bagels are boiled in the traditional way, and that they are sent from the main location every morning. The environment and ambience was a retro take on a bagel shop. All of the employees had a 1950s styled uniform, complete with a small paper hat. The pace of the restaurant was decidedly not NYC, which wasn’t a problem but a noticeable difference. The restaurant was not jam packed with people calling out their bagels, and the staff didn’t have the feel of seasoned, efficient bagel cashiers.
When we ordered, I got a standard toasted everything bagel with regular cream cheese and capers, and my partner got an egg and cheese bagel with avocado. My bagel was decidedly “Okay”. The bagel itself tasted like a garden variety bagel you could get in the city. Given the huge range of bagel options, being middle of the pack isn’t a strong endorsement, and I would struggle to describe this bagel as a solid mid-range bagel. Positively, it was clear that the bagel was boiled the right way, and it was seasoned well. However, the bagel came out lukewarm despite the toasting, and there was no fluff to mine. I got a generous dollop of cream cheese and capers, so I was happy with that.
My partner’s bagel, on the other hand, was crazy. I could not, in good faith, call her egg, cheese, and avocado bagel a NYC styled one. Her bagel had a glossy finish to it that made us question if it was truly boiled. When asked about adding avocado and tomato to the bagel, we were told that hot and cold sandwiches had to be built certain ways, and that hot sandwiches couldn’t have cold toppings added to it to “preserve the bagel”. So my partner’s avocado and tomato came in a separate container, which she added to the bagel herself. Looking at her bagel, the egg and cheese were really disappointing. The egg looked like a thin, fried egg rather than the fluffy scramble that we were expecting, and the cheese didn’t seem like it was added on at the right temperature. When compared to some random photos of an average NYC bagel (Final image), you can clearly see the difference between how the eggs were made.
All together, Emerald City Bagel on the beltline just barely makes it on to a recommendation list. For people from the Tri-state area, I would describe my experience as fine for someone who wants the closest reminder to what bagel should be. But, in my opinion, there was a lot of daylight between these bagels and what I expect from an NYC one. This wasn’t the place where you’ll get the BECSPK you had before hopping on the plane. I’m looking forward to a different experience at the main site later this summer.
Alex Gio
Colassal disappointment! Not sure who they think they are, but the bagels are tiny and they barely put spread on them. I asked for them to go heavy. The one with butter had to be a joke! 2 bagels w/cc and 1 bagel w/butter. $16! Never gonna throw my money away there again on their frozen dough tasting bagels. I’d rather go to Einstein’s, and their bagels are trash as well. But still better.
… moreSarah Kelehear
I love this place so much! I’m obsessed with their Suffolk bagel with lox, capers, garlic herb cream cheese, on a sea salt olive oil bagel. They have so many options and amazing bagel sandwiches. Today I had their Valentine’s special of a “crembrulagel” with their seasonal chocolate strawberry cold brew. Also blew my mind. I love that it’s locally owned by a mother and daughter too.
… moreMahalia & Mario Roberts
Brief
Suffolk -sun lox with chicken sausage. Toasted garlic bagel with garlic and herb cream cheese.
Orange juice –
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Went to Emerald bagel on my way to the airport. I got the Suffolk , but without the lox which I believe is a type of smoked salmon. I substituted it for chicken sausage, and it worked out pretty good. They did not skimp on the cream cheese!!! It made for a delicious, messy bagel so if you don’t like a lot of cream cheese, I would suggest you tell them. You have to be mindful of your parking, you may be able to park on the street, but parking is limited. Both times I visited the area I was able to get street parking, so it may depend on the time of day that you go. Everyone is very friendly, and the young man at the counter, took time to explain all of the different types of bagels and the combinations. I got my bagel toasted, and it was a bit more on the “Well Done” side, so if you want it lightly toasted, make sure you tell them and double check your order. I did not have to send it back, because it still tasted delicious. The orange juice they have is bottled, and not made in house. It does have pulp in it, and had an overall weird taste.
Happy eating, and don’t forget to try something new!
… moreSuffolk -sun lox with chicken sausage. Toasted garlic bagel with garlic and herb cream cheese.
Orange juice –
Extended
Went to Emerald bagel on my way to the airport. I got the Suffolk , but without the lox which I believe is a type of smoked salmon. I substituted it for chicken sausage, and it worked out pretty good. They did not skimp on the cream cheese!!! It made for a delicious, messy bagel so if you don’t like a lot of cream cheese, I would suggest you tell them. You have to be mindful of your parking, you may be able to park on the street, but parking is limited. Both times I visited the area I was able to get street parking, so it may depend on the time of day that you go. Everyone is very friendly, and the young man at the counter, took time to explain all of the different types of bagels and the combinations. I got my bagel toasted, and it was a bit more on the “Well Done” side, so if you want it lightly toasted, make sure you tell them and double check your order. I did not have to send it back, because it still tasted delicious. The orange juice they have is bottled, and not made in house. It does have pulp in it, and had an overall weird taste.
Happy eating, and don’t forget to try something new!
Kizzy A
Emerald City Bagels is fun little drop in spot for a quick delicious bagel. I will say that the Suffolk bagel is a bit salty because of the capers and the type of cream cheese you select so be cautious of that. Quick easy service in and out in no time. My spot for a good bagel in the city
… moreDanielle Jackson
Love the vibes of this place. FYI there’s only like 3 or 4 chairs to sit. Tried a couple bagel sandwiches which were good but barely even toasted and a bit dry (and I responded yes when they asked if I wanted it toasted).
Cream cheese options though are AMAZING. The fig one with the sausage on the bagel so good, and I ordered couple others to take home (the chive/green onion one and lox) and honestly prefer just the bagel and the cream cheese at home. Toasted at home how I like it and cream cheeses again, amazing.
Will return again but just for a bagel and CC to go
… moreCream cheese options though are AMAZING. The fig one with the sausage on the bagel so good, and I ordered couple others to take home (the chive/green onion one and lox) and honestly prefer just the bagel and the cream cheese at home. Toasted at home how I like it and cream cheeses again, amazing.
Will return again but just for a bagel and CC to go
Morgan McMains
I have been hyper-fixated on Emerald City Bagels lately — especially their blue-berry cream cheese on poppy seed. I also love their cold-brew and the seasonal creamsicle flavor (only available at the belt line location). The vibes and service are always great. Atlanta is so lucky to have this little bagel shop!
This review was made in connection with a Toast promotion.
… moreThis review was made in connection with a Toast promotion.
rodney muñoz
3.8 out of 5. Something is missing and cannot pinpoint what would make it a 5. Good for Atlanta and not being up in the Northeast. Enjoy
… moreC W
Interesting place. Cool retro vibe. The self-service area was old-fashioned yet futuristic. I guess grab and go is kind of the concept since there’s nowhere to sit inside. I’m glad we were graced with warm weather to eat outside. There’s a bench and several tables with umbrellas. I was a little bummed that they don’t have fountain drinks. I don’t drink soda, coffee matcha tea, etc. Fortunately, I don’t leave the house without my water bottle. We had everything bagels which devoured. They did not skimp on my butter. Healthy, no. Finger-licking good, .
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