Bagel Union

Portions are so small. I was still hungry after I had a bagel. They have parking lot next to it so that’s a good thing. Everything looks fresh and clean. Overall I had a great experience there but I wish the bagel was bigger.

My wife and I stopped here for brunch and being from the Jersey/NY area, it felt just like home. The ambience, staff (shout out to Delaney who took excellent care of us) and of course the bagels were what we missed and were craving. We got the Rachel but Delaney kindly hooked us up with a salt bagel paired with their triple whipped cream cheese while we waited for our order. They truly have brought the NY bagel to St. Louis and it’s spot on! The cream cheese phenomenal, the Rachel was hitting on every level and the side of bacon I got for myself was the perfect finishing touch with our entire meal. Thank you again to Bagel Union and Delaney + Staff for making our first experience both a delicious and lasting one!

The bagel sandwiches and cream cheese at Bagel Union are amazingly delicious. They also have some unique bagel flavors such as cherry crunch. The bagels are good but not quite too the NYC bagel standard as they are a bit bready. Cream cheeses and condiments are terrific. The front of the store is spacious so that the line can wind around. There are some stools at a counter in front and some tables outside on the side where there is parking but this is more of a takeout place. Fast service and easy to pay. Def recommend.

These bagels are AMAZING. Crunchy outside, chewy inside. We got a half dozen, and can’t wait to try them all. The guy with the orange glasses helped us and was great. Very friendly and helpful. Bagels are the perfect size to try 2 flavors and not feel like you’ve overindulged. I’m giving 4 stars because they use the same slicer for all the bagels, which meant that my amazing cherry bagel tasted like onion. 😢 I’d love to see them get a 2nd cutter or just use a knife on the bagels that folks likely won’t want to have taste like onion.

Bagel Union is a fun shop that serves great bagels! I ordered a tzitzelnickel bagel (it had a taste similar to rye bread) with cherry schmear and it was fantastic! The combo was so good......and the cherry schmear is a brilliant idea. First time I've ever encountered it. I also had a cinnamon raisin bagel with regular schmear and it was just as good. My wife ordered an everything bagel with scallion cream cheese. I had a bite and the flavor combination was very good. The scallions added a nice twist to the flavor. The staff is very friendly and knowledgable. We didn't know what we wanted and definitely didn't feel rushed (it was fairly busy). They helped us make our decisions. There is plenty of space if you'd like to dine in as well. We would return to Union Bagel if we're in the area again. Well done!

Food was DELICIOUS but I recommend ordering two things- the bagels are just a little small. So the only reason why it’s not 5 stars is because it’s a bit pricey for the amount of food you get. But it’s so good! Will definitely be back. Service was great, line was long (you take a ticket and wait for your number to be called), but it’s NYE and a Sunday, so I don’t blame them. Ended up spending $45 on 5 bagels total.

Overall, this is a terrific spot! I grab bagels to go on Sundays (go between open and 8 AM, way less crowded). The staff is so attentive and friendly and efficient, so even if it is crowded (which is often because it's so good!), the wait isn't too bad. And it's well worth it! Get the everything bagel! The only reason it didn't get 5 stars is because 2 of the last 3 times I've had an issue with the bagels when I got home. I've been about 10 times total probably! One time the bagels weren't very fresh, and the other issue was when I ordered a half dozen bagels I only got five. I wish I could give a 4.5 review!! Awesome spot!

Amazing bagels and a good price too! Service seemed a bit slow when they were busy and there wasn’t much room to eat inside. We will definitely come back. These might be the best bagels in STL!