Bagels Restaurants in Boston, MA

“Went here with a friend who is a huge fan of this spot 🥯

. Bagels have a hard(ish) baked outside and a soft, fluffy inside. So incredibly good! Got the everything and salty bagels and the doughy poofy inside balanced out the salty flavors so well. Unfortunately when we went the limited edition vodka flavored cream cheese was sold out, but we still got to try the pesto butter and it did not disappoint! Pesto flavor was prevalent and the butter was so creamy. We each got the 3 bagels + 1 schmear deal, which was $15.

Service: the employees were so energetic and friendly. Absolutely loved their energy and the vibes!

Atmosphere: It was more of a grab and go so not much to say here, other than upbeat and casual!

Overall, highly recommend checking out a popup bagels, especially this location !“

“This place has amazing breakfast sandwiches, I love the onion bagels! They are so soft and toasted perfectly! The hot and cold coffees are really good tooo! I will be coming here a lot! It’s like being in a New York bagel shop right in Allston, I love it!“

“My favorite bagel with lox - perfect every time!“

“We were looking for a new place to try croissants and coffees. We found this by their good images and except the coffee the pastry wasn’t as good as we expected. However we found the drink good and enjoyed it. Their standing kiosk is not same as the items that they really have so keep in mind to check the glass display counter.“

“I recommend this location for their bagels, but NEVER buy a gift card for someone who would use this location. They do not take them. Corporate says that because this is a licensed store, they can choose not to....buyer beware for here and ANY location that is licensed on a college campus, airport or mall. They apologized and have only a handful of locations in the USA that will take a gift card. 😢“

“Great coffee & some of the best breakfast sandwiches in all of Boston“

“Honey cinnamon iced coffee + cherry-ginger scone is my favorite treat breakfast when i’m in the north end for doctors appointments!“

“The BYO lox bagel. Btw not an issue at all that the toppings were on the side. It was 10/10 the best I’ve ever had. Came with the right amount of everything so if you wanted more or less, it was up to you. Ofc onion, tomato and capers. Suggest with jalapeño cheddar and scallion CC. Cant wait to show my sister this place. I know she’d love it too.“

“We had a baby shower at the Bagel Table for my daughter. They were so helpful and accommodating! Great food and great service! Friendly people and atmosphere! Thank you!“

“I was very happy with my breakfast and coffee, very tasty and good value. I had the scrambled eggs, hash browns, bacon, and a cinnamon and raisin bagel with cream cheese.

The lady that served me was friendly, and the upstairs seating area was good.“

“We stopped by the Congress St store on Thursday Oct 30, desperately needing coffee, but not wanting Dunkin or overpriced South Station places..we were delighted with two different variations on breakfast bagels . The bagels are perfect, not skimpy in the filling either... Coffee is out of this world and all are priced amazingly well for downtown Boston! The staff is genuinely friendly and attentive as well!!“

“Can't wait to go back. Wish we were in town longer to visit more than once. There so many options that sounded great. My husband had the #2 which is the Boston Common, Make You Own Breakfast Sandwich. I had the #9, the Beat which is Smoked Salmon, Plain Cream Cheese, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onions, Alfalfa Sprouts & Capers. Both were Delicious and they did not skimp on the filling!! Staff was friendly and atmosphere was great!“

“The BEST bagels!!! Outstanding selection!! Fantastic service!! Excellent location!!! When you’re in Boston,be sure to visit Better Bagels!!“

“If you are anywhere near Berklee College of Music and you have not stepped into Pavement Coffeehouse on Boylston Street you are missing out on one of the most magical spots in the entire city. This place is more than a coffee shop. It is a daily ritual for students and locals and artists and anyone who wants to feel taken care of from the moment they walk in the door. There is something about this specific Pavement location that feels warm and alive the second you enter. You hear the grinders humming and the staff laughing with customers and you instantly know you are in the right place.

The coffee is consistently incredible. Not sometimes good and sometimes okay. Always incredible. The espresso tastes like someone who actually cares pulled it. The drip coffee is rich and full and never bitter. The lattes are silky and made with the kind of intention that you normally only find in small independent shops. You can tell they take their beans seriously and you can taste that care in every sip. Even on the busiest mornings the drinks come out consistent which says everything about how strong and trained the team is.

Then there are the bagels which deserve their own chapter in a book. Fresh chewy hot and perfect every single time. You can smell them before you even order and you already know you made the right choice. The breakfast sandwiches are legendary among Berklee students who basically live off them. You get this perfect mix of warm bagel buttery egg melty cheese and whatever add ons you choose. It is the type of food that makes your entire morning feel right.

But the thing that really makes this Pavement the top tier Pavement the elite Pavement the Pavement you secretly measure all other Pavement locations against is the manager. The manager at this store is on another level. Every great review that mentions the staff being sweet patient fast and welcoming starts with the leadership at the top. This person clearly knows how to build a team that actually likes coming to work. You can feel that energy in the room. The manager is organized calm positive and knows every regular by face. They create an environment where the staff moves like a well coordinated band. You can see them supporting the baristas checking on orders solving problems before anyone else even notices and doing it all with total kindness. A lot of places have managers who hide in the back. This one is hands on always present and sets the tone for how good the store feels. Berklee kids write whole essays about how good the service is here and that does not happen without someone incredible running the show.

Even when it is packed which happens often because everyone wants to be here it still feels smooth. The line moves fast. Drinks are accurate. The staff stays friendly. You never feel rushed and you never feel ignored. That balance is rare and it is the clearest sign that the manager is the heartbeat of this location.

The atmosphere is perfect for everything. Studying. Journaling. Hanging out with friends. Waking up before a morning class. Taking a break after a long lecture. The mix of music and conversation and the slight chaos of student life makes it feel alive in a really comforting way. There are always Berklee students carrying instruments or running to rehearsals which adds to the whole vibe. It feels like a creative hub where good coffee and good people intersect.

If you want coffee that is always consistent food that always hits service that always feels warm and a team that clearly loves what they do this is the Pavement to go to. It is the crown jewel of the Berklee neighborhood and a place that genuinely brightens your day. I would recommend it to anyone in Boston without hesitation.“

“I’ve been having lunch almost every day at this marvelous place with my husband recovering from his heart surgery at BID, and I couldn’t have made a better choice for lunch. All the people who work there are so lovely and kind, and the bagel sandwiches are delicious! I leave feeling comforted and full.“

“Super cute and yummy!!!!!“

“Usually I go to the Newbury location of Pavement, which I absolutely love. This location was also very good. I came here with some friends who are gluten free, dairy free, and egg free, and there were plenty of options for them! Usually it’s very hard to find places they can eat, especially breakfast options, but Pavement was absolutely amazing. My friends said these were the best gluten free bagels they have ever had. I am not gluten free, and the bagel I ordered was delicious — rosemary salt, garlic and chive cream cheese, egg, sprouts. I do think some menu items are overpriced ($2.50 for a slice of cheese!?) and I also think they overcharge a bit for allergen-friendly options, but if you’re careful about what you order then it’s reasonably priced. The coffee is also good, but runs a little on the sweet/milky side for me.

A note on the ambiance: There is a lot of seating, but the location felt very crowded. It’s cute, but people stay for over two hours even if they only order one coffee. That’s not Pavement’s fault, but it does mean it’s difficult to find seating.“

“Went in not expecting much from a former pavement coffee experience, but I was wrong to judge one time for a whole brand. This was so different. The coffee was good! Got the eggnog seasonal latte with a brownie and it was divine. Wish I could frequent more.“