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Cafe offering espresso drinks & smoothies, plus European-style bites, such as panini & crepes.
Hours
| Saturday | 6 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 6 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 |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1010 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: (619) 574-7878
Website: http://www.bcbcafesd.com/
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Order and Reservations
Order: Order online
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Reviews
Alec Ramirez
Great bagels and very accessible location. Only gripe is that the wait was a bit long considering all I ordered was a few bagels with cream cheese, which is a bummer when I am rushing to get to work. Otherwise, a good bagel and good service. I would definitely come again
… moreMegan Malave
I’ve been coming to BCB Cafe for the last couple of years since moving into the neighborhood. The staff is always friendly and engaging, and the food is consistently good.
It gets very busy on weekends, so I usually order ahead and pick up. When I’ve dined in during slower times, the experience has always been positive. If you’re planning to go in and order on a weekend, just be ready for at least a 45-minute wait.
My favorite items are the tuna melt, the veggie bagel sandwich, and the ham, egg, and cheese bagel. The bagels are fresh and always hit the spot. I also like to grab one of their iced teas from the fountain — they make it fresh and it’s great. Their coffee and lattes are solid as well.
If you join their loyalty program, you get a free bagel on your birthday, which is a nice perk.
… moreIt gets very busy on weekends, so I usually order ahead and pick up. When I’ve dined in during slower times, the experience has always been positive. If you’re planning to go in and order on a weekend, just be ready for at least a 45-minute wait.
My favorite items are the tuna melt, the veggie bagel sandwich, and the ham, egg, and cheese bagel. The bagels are fresh and always hit the spot. I also like to grab one of their iced teas from the fountain — they make it fresh and it’s great. Their coffee and lattes are solid as well.
If you join their loyalty program, you get a free bagel on your birthday, which is a nice perk.
Jacob Anderson
This place is not good. I ordered a bacon egg and cheese on a sesame bagel. The bagel was dry with weird texture. The eggs and bacon were clearly made in the microwave. The bacon was chewy, the eggs were not good, and overall it was extremely bland with no flavor. I asked for a small side of cream cheese with the hopes it would improve the meal but they charge over $2 for a small 2 oz side of cream cheese. You are better off going across the street to Vons and getting some bagels there. Don’t waste your money.
… moreAnnette Schwab
Big City Bagel in San Diego is an absolute gem!
Their bagels are everything you want—fresh, warm, perfectly chewy, and packed with flavor. The selection is fantastic also. Their cream cheeses and lunch sandwiches are amazing too; you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. They even have donuts now!
The staff is friendly, fast, and always welcoming. The shop is clean, bright, and has that great local neighborhood feel.
Highly recommend—this is easily one of San Diego’s best bagel spots!
… moreTheir bagels are everything you want—fresh, warm, perfectly chewy, and packed with flavor. The selection is fantastic also. Their cream cheeses and lunch sandwiches are amazing too; you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. They even have donuts now!
The staff is friendly, fast, and always welcoming. The shop is clean, bright, and has that great local neighborhood feel.
Highly recommend—this is easily one of San Diego’s best bagel spots!
Ryan King
Love BC Bagels. Been here 3 times and the quality and customer service is consistently good. Love this place. Always order a plain bagel with cream cheese and a sausage egg and cheese on an everything.
… moreJuan GUEVADRA
BCB Bagels is one of those rare places that instantly becomes a non-negotiable stop once you’ve had it. From the moment you walk in, you can tell this spot is dialed. There’s a perfect balance of local energy, efficiency, and straight-up pride in what they’re serving.
Let’s start with the bagels themselves, because that’s where BCB separates from 99% of the competition. These bagels are legitimately elite — crispy, golden, and slightly blistered on the outside, with that chewy, dense, New York–style interior that most places try to replicate and completely miss. Every bite has structure, flavor, and texture. They’re not fluffy bread circles pretending to be bagels — these are the real deal.
Now the sandwiches. Absolute weapons. Perfect ratios every time. Nothing sloppy, nothing dry, nothing overdone. Whether you’re going classic breakfast, loading up on bacon/egg/cheese, or going full deli-style, everything tastes intentional. The eggs are cooked right, the meats are high quality, the spreads are generous without being overpowering, and the bagel never gets soggy — which is honestly impressive.
The cream cheese game deserves its own paragraph. Smooth, rich, and flavorful, with options that actually taste fresh and well-balanced. Not overly whipped, not bland, not clumpy. You can tell they care.
Service-wise, BCB absolutely crushes it. The staff is friendly, fast, and locked in, even when the line’s out the door. Orders come out quick, accurate, and with zero attitude — which matters way more than people admit. It feels like a place run by people who genuinely want you to have a good experience, not just get you in and out.
Atmosphere? Classic local gem vibes. Clean, welcoming, and buzzing with regulars — which is always the best sign. You’ve got surfers, locals, families, and people who clearly know food all in the same space. That alone tells you everything you need to know.
Bottom line: BCB Bagels isn’t just good — it’s top tier.
… moreLet’s start with the bagels themselves, because that’s where BCB separates from 99% of the competition. These bagels are legitimately elite — crispy, golden, and slightly blistered on the outside, with that chewy, dense, New York–style interior that most places try to replicate and completely miss. Every bite has structure, flavor, and texture. They’re not fluffy bread circles pretending to be bagels — these are the real deal.
Now the sandwiches. Absolute weapons. Perfect ratios every time. Nothing sloppy, nothing dry, nothing overdone. Whether you’re going classic breakfast, loading up on bacon/egg/cheese, or going full deli-style, everything tastes intentional. The eggs are cooked right, the meats are high quality, the spreads are generous without being overpowering, and the bagel never gets soggy — which is honestly impressive.
The cream cheese game deserves its own paragraph. Smooth, rich, and flavorful, with options that actually taste fresh and well-balanced. Not overly whipped, not bland, not clumpy. You can tell they care.
Service-wise, BCB absolutely crushes it. The staff is friendly, fast, and locked in, even when the line’s out the door. Orders come out quick, accurate, and with zero attitude — which matters way more than people admit. It feels like a place run by people who genuinely want you to have a good experience, not just get you in and out.
Atmosphere? Classic local gem vibes. Clean, welcoming, and buzzing with regulars — which is always the best sign. You’ve got surfers, locals, families, and people who clearly know food all in the same space. That alone tells you everything you need to know.
Bottom line: BCB Bagels isn’t just good — it’s top tier.
Jane Kennedy
My husband and I are from the East Coast. Finding a good bagel shop has been a challenge. However, not any more! BCB has the best bagels in SD! The location is spotlessly clean, the service is wonderful, and everything on the menu is fantastic. This is our go to spot, for sure! Highly recommend!
… moreJen Cunningham
Coming from the East coast & loving NY style bagels, (boiled & baked) I had high expectations.
BCB never disappoints!!
The BEST bagels in SD!!
Favorites are the 5th Ave & the TPR breakfast sandwich.
Love this place!
… moreBCB never disappoints!!
The BEST bagels in SD!!
Favorites are the 5th Ave & the TPR breakfast sandwich.
Love this place!
Jessica Lopez
So good!! Visiting from Vegas with my husband and we came across this place and we loved it! Will be back
… moreHillcrestHostel San Diego (HillcrestHostel)
They lost a loyal daily customer today when a young service level employee (male) verbally got in between a discussion I had with another customer, who brought her dog (not a service dog in any way) – He interrupted “We allow all dogs in here” which has to be a liability if employees are spouting untrue policies while in the service of their sandwich making duties.
If indeed true and they allow dogs at this restaurant (inside as it was) they should explicitly state it as I’m sure the health department would appreciate knowledge of your “exceptional” business
… moreIf indeed true and they allow dogs at this restaurant (inside as it was) they should explicitly state it as I’m sure the health department would appreciate knowledge of your “exceptional” business