Bagels Restaurants in San Diego, CA

“Always an amazing experience. I love that they offer vegan options that are delicious and unique. It is one of my favorites for donuts! The coffee is quite good too.“

“Delicious bagels. Soft and very fresh! I wanted to try the rosemary and shakshuka bagels, but they were sold out by the time I got there (1pm). The sesame bagel was excellent though. FYI: they stop making egg sandwiches at 11, so plan ahead if that’s what you want. Also kosher Cholov Israel (wish I’d known about this place sooner!). Will definitely be back.

Update: I made it back for the Shakshuka and the Rosemary bagels (photos) Rosemary might be my favorite so far!
The Shakshuka sauce is delicious, the bagel is more like a soft pizza crust (yum!) however the egg might get overcooked if you ask to toast it- just so you know.“

“When we visit San Diego, we eat here at least 3 times. We absolutely LOVE their bagels (they are heavenly and actually give you a good amount of cream cheese!)I love the look of their merch, my only complaint is that we visit yearly, every single year I try to get merch and they are always “sold out” 😔 I dunno how everything is always sold out every-time I ask the last 8 years. Online they tend to be sold out as well the few times I have looked. It is such a dang bummer. I’d love to support with wearing merch. Still hoping one trip I’ll get lucky and they will have something in stock 😅. Also, their lemonade is super super tart. So if you like it sweet like I do, dont get it. The sugar did not help it at all and I added a ton 😂 The other drinks are good!“

“Favorite brunch is nova lox on sesame bagel . Yum!“

“Very friendly staff. I got a monkey mocha and it was delicious. I saw the orange coconut cake and had to go back later to get some. It was amazing also.“

“Todo riquisimo muy amables y atentos“

“Attention that they are a CASH ONLY establishment! P.L. Bagels is a no-frills local spot for fresh bagels. I recommend the poppy seed with chive cream cheese. They aren’t the biggest bagels I’ve ever had, but the price is right. I will be returning!“

“They have the most amazing drinks. I’ve gotten a hot Chai Late and an Iced Vietnamese coffee. I also got a Lox bagel it was so amazing. They ate super fast and kind. I highly recommend and I’ve gone 2 days in a row because I loved it so much. It’s very cute and cozy too! Love this place and will continue going back.“

“Always treated kindly here. Highly recommended.“

“My daughters & I visited this area in March & found this cute little cafe. It was so good we ate there 3 mornings in a row. Andrea greeted me by name on only our 2nd visit there. If you want a friendly, quaint little breakfast place I would highly recommend The Cliffs Cafe!“

“Great breakfast items! Great family 💙“

“My husband and I love coming here! One of our favorite places to go! The owners are amazingly sweet, very welcoming and always have great customer service!🥰 I recommend anything you get here will be delicious!😋 They have some speciality drinks from Lemon Tea which is my favorite, Green lemon tea, Thai tea, Vietnamese coffee, cold brew and plenty of shake drinks to choose from! Their bacon croissant is super tasty 🤤 but anything you get you won't regret! 😉
Not to mention all the different flavors for donuts 🍩 So stop by and enjoy!“

“My Fav Lox & Cream breakfast bagel 🥯 🐟 🐠 🎣 sandwich! Bagels are made fresh here daily 😎 and you can sign up for points! A great 👍 way to start the day! ☆☆☆☆☆“

“When we visit San Diego, we eat here at least 3 times. We absolutely LOVE their bagels (they are heavenly and actually give you a good amount of cream cheese!)I love the look of their merch, my only complaint is that we visit yearly, every single year I try to get merch and they are always “sold out” 😔 I dunno how everything is always sold out every-time I ask the last 8 years. Online they tend to be sold out as well the few times I have looked. It is such a dang bummer. I’d love to support with wearing merch. Still hoping one trip I’ll get lucky and they will have something in stock 😅. Also, their lemonade is super super tart. So if you like it sweet like I do, dont get it. The sugar did not help it at all and I added a ton 😂 The other drinks are good!“

“Good morning 🌞 . Rise and shine ✨.“

“After coming here for four years, the service has consistently been great. When my brain is fried from being a college student and parent, the staff is always friendly and smiley even when I stall or forget half of my order. They are life savers and the support I never knew I would get. Food is excellent, ambience is calm and the service is fast.“

“Probably the best coffee I’ve had outside of Washington state since I’ve been here. Food was excellent and a good value also!“

“Bruegger’s Bagels has become one of my absolute favorite go-to spots, especially on busy mornings when I need something comforting, flavorful, and fast. There’s just something about walking into a Bruegger’s and smelling the fresh bagels baking that instantly puts me in a better mood. No matter how hectic my morning might be, I know I can count on Bruegger’s to give me that little moment of peace — and a seriously good bagel — before I dive into the rest of my day. I usually switch between a jalapeño cheese bagel with cream cheese and a plain or jalapeño bagel loaded with ham, egg, and cheese. Both options are absolutely delicious. The jalapeño cheese bagel has that perfect little kick to it, balanced by the smooth, creamy richness of the cream cheese. And when I’m hungrier or need something more filling before a long workday, the ham, egg, and cheese sandwich totally hits the spot. The bagels are always fresh and chewy with just the right amount of crispness on the outside, and the flavor is so satisfying — bold, rich, and super well-made. One of the things I appreciate most is how quick and reliable the service is. Even on a rough morning, I know I can walk in, order, and have my bagel hot and ready in about five minutes. That convenience makes a huge difference when I’m trying to get to my corporate office on time but still want something that feels homemade and hearty. I usually eat it right there before heading in to start my day, and those few minutes of enjoying a warm, fresh bagel always help ground me. Bruegger’s isn’t just a bagel place to me — it’s part of my routine, part of what helps me push through the tough mornings and feel a little more ready to take on the day. There’s comfort in knowing I can rely on them for good food, good service, and a little calm in the middle of the morning rush. I just love Bruegger’s, and I’ll always keep coming back.“

“Standard chain bagel shop in the West in America. Not NY bagels exactly, but better than competitors such as Einstein. Wanted a local shop, but none available in Pacific Beach within beach cruiser distance of the Airbnb.
Good bagels and cream cheese and super nice staff.“

“Great ambiance. Was a great scene to see a kitten being walked on a leash. I appreciate the dog friendliness. Reminder of better times. Hopefully all is well in sunny San Diego.“

“I came across this local bagel shop after seeing all the great reviews and decided to give it a try, so glad I did! I went around 2 p.m., and they were already sold out of several bagels, but I got an onion bagel with jalapeño cream cheese and it was absolutely delicious. The staff was friendly as well. I can’t wait to come back and try more of their bagels.“

“Your basic chain bagel situation. Very similar to Einstein bros bagels. I got a pastrami and egg and a corned beef and egg bagel sandwiches for breakfast. They were decent. I would recommend coming here for a quick cheap grab and go breakfast.“

“Good coffee. Cute shop. Barista's were friendly.“

“Bruegger’s Bagels made our morning with a breakfast order that delivered on both comfort and flavor. We started with the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese breakfast sandwich, which was classic, satisfying, and exactly what you want from a go-to breakfast—warm, hearty, and delicious. The Farmhouse breakfast sandwich was equally enjoyable, offering a well-balanced and filling option that didn’t disappoint.

The real standout, though, was the Sriracha Honey Sunrise breakfast sandwich. This one absolutely stole the show. The sauce hit that perfect balance of sweet and heat, elevating every bite and turning a great breakfast into an unforgettable one. It was bold without being overpowering and easily the highlight of the meal. After this experience, Bruegger’s has earned a spot as a regular weekend breakfast staple for us. Honestly, we’re not sure why the review score is as low as it is—our breakfast was fantastic from start to finish.“

“BEST BAGEL AND COFFEE SHOP IN TOWN service was by far the best I’ve gotten since I’ve moved out here to SD thank you to the staff and VERONICA :) who prepared the bagel it was outstanding 😄 and my coffee perfect to the taste chefs kiss 💋 !! I will be coming back as a regular“

“I know it’s a chain but it feels like a welcoming little local spot. Prices are very reasonable which I feel is so rare these days, service is good and all the employees are friendly. We love coming here for bacon/sausage, egg, and cheese bagels/croissants and a few donuts.“

“Great service and seating“

“Delicious, wonderful, and great customer serve. I’ve never been unhappy. That’s my me-time place to be.“

“Good coffee. Cute shop. Barista's were friendly.“

“Great coffee. Pastries are fresh. Even if the display case looks low on supply don’t worry as it is regularly replenished due to high demand.
I often go to Java Earth when in PB but it is getting annoying that it is hard to get a table.
Too many singles working by themselves occupying 90% of tables for hours longer than what one drink warrants.“

“Loved it! 😍😍 Came for an event and fell in love with this place. So cool and best atmosphere ever“

“I frequent La Jolla with my dog from National City; and I’ve been wanting to try this place. It’s super clean inside; and the owner (elderly Asian lady) id super nice.

Lots of choices from bagels to pastries as well as drinks.

I got the sausage egg and cheese on a sourdough and a plain bagel with cream cheese.

Outdoor seating is available if you bring your pets“

“Apparently this doughnut shop has been around for a long time. I driven by here hundreds of time and didn't even know it was there. I stopped in for a maple old fashion and a cup of coffee.

The maple old fashion was very good. It had those good crisp edges and soft middle. The maple flavor was very good. The lady Chen, dropped a couple of glazed doughnut holes in my bag and they were good. The coffee was very good. It was of the drip variety and it was smooth with good flavor.

The owner Chen was very nice. She was a one woman crew when I came in, and with several customers, the handled it well with a smile on her face. The doughnut shop offers a variety of doughnuts, breakfast sandwiches, frozen yogurt, and ice cream.“

“Good coffee. Cute shop. Barista's were friendly.“

“Today I went there to redeem my reward for a free egg bagel sandwich because it was my birthday. They had send my redeeming code through my email. I got what I wanted.“

“Fantastic bagels 🥯 and delicious coffee“

“First time having avocado spread on toasted bagel. it was good.“

“I am not the biggest fan of donuts but someone bought me the blueberry donuts to try and oh my goodness these might become my favorite donuts ever they are SO good. They were just the perfect amount of thick but not too hard to eat, and not too messy, and the flavor was so yummy. Can’t wait to try everything else here now.“

“Thank you to Sophie for her wonderful customer service. I ordered two sandwiches inside and unwrapped them at home. Unfortunately the sandwiches were missing eggs, but Sophia happily took my call and was able to get me store credit. Bagels were and are always amazing.“

“Best deli sandwich I've ever had! Customer service is awesome. Only and minor complaint are the tables! Not stable! Need to get some new tables. Have gone almost every day since visiting here. They get crowded at lunch but they are still pretty quick.“

“Good Bagels what else can I say. 🤓“

“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.“

“My favorite coffee shop in PB! I work in the area and frequent the PB location every time I work. All of my coworkers LOVE Spill the Beans and I always bring friends here for breakfast because the vibes are always high! The service is truly what keeps me coming back to this location specifically because every member of the team is truly so kind and welcoming! I have had the pleasure of being served by KT, Sheccid, Desi and Tyler on many occasions and can only rave about them!! The food is also always delicious and made to perfection :))“