I was disappointed with my recent visit. I specifically requested a bagel toasted twice with a light spread of cream cheese. Instead, I received a completely untoasted bagel overloaded with cream cheese — the exact opposite of what I asked for.
To add to the disappointed experience, the employee taking and preparing my order was wearing earbuds and appeared to be engaged in a personal conversation the entire time. This lack of focus and professionalism was evident.
Attention to customer instructions and basic courtesy were clearly lacking.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Bullrock NY
Drove across town to come here bc the other bagel shops all close at 2pm. Hours online and on their window say they close at 2:30pm everyday. No one answered the phone I called (thankfully didn't place an order online, if it would even let me) and when I arrived at 2:10pm, the place was completely closed with the lights turned off. I would understand if there was a note on the door explaining there was an emergency, but there was nothing of the sort
Bob McDowell
Went every day
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Justin Singh
The young lady that care of us this morning was very sweet and was happy to help with my unique coffee request
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Slawson
Island Bagels = breakfast heaven 🥯☕️. This place has that perfect cozy beach-town vibe where everything feels fresh, local, and made with love. The bagels are legit — soft and chewy on the inside with that golden crust on the outside (aka how bagels should be). Whether you’re going classic with cream cheese or loading up with eggs, bacon, and cheese, every bite hits.
The menu is stacked with options — breakfast sandwiches, flavored bagels, fun cream cheese spreads — and they don’t skimp on portions. The coffee is strong and smooth (big plus if you’re rolling in after a late night or early beach walk 🌅). Service is super friendly too, like the staff actually cares you’re starting your day off right.
It’s also the kind of spot where you can chill for a bit — grab a table, sip your coffee, and just soak in the local vibe. You’ll see both tourists and locals rolling through, which is always a good sign.
💡 Insider tip: Go early if you can — the most popular bagels and spreads go fast, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. Also, don’t sleep on the specialty cream cheeses (strawberry is a game-changer 🍓).
Overall, Island Bagels is a must-stop for breakfast or brunch if you’re anywhere nearby. Great food, great people, and the perfect fuel for a beach day. 10/10 would bagel again. 🏖️🥯✨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ed Mcgrath
Very cool place, people were very nice. They actually know how to make a proper bagel... toasted beautifully. the cream cheese, we got two different types was terrific ... i had a toasted asiago. It was chewy and crunchy and still soft and perfect. Like I said you how to do a bagel here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elizabeth yaccarino
If you’re a local or visiting, Island Bagels is a must. If you love NY bagels this is the place to be!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amber (yayitsmeamber)
I got all the way home and didn’t have tomatoes on my BLT… I’ll let that speak for itself.
We called the Carolina Beach location (only # we could find) to ask about their GF bagels. They stated they were out right now but they are available in both locations. I waited a couple days and checked online and saw they were in stock. I was excited to try one for breakfast so we went to the Kure Beach location. We were told they are ONLY at the Carolina Beach location. Very inconsistent info and very disappointed since the reviews were so good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
Ann Fogleman
Definitely recommend! Asiago egg and cheese was excellent!
Melanie “Mel” Crews
An ordinary beachy bagel shop. I love the mission statement but the coffee especially left something to be desired.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Bagels
Melanie Crews
An ordinary beachy bagel shop. I love the mission statement but the coffee especially left something to be desired.
Great food and great staff!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was disappointed with my recent visit. I specifically requested a bagel toasted twice with a light spread of cream cheese. Instead, I received a completely untoasted bagel overloaded with cream cheese — the exact opposite of what I asked for.
To add to the disappointed experience, the employee taking and preparing my order was wearing earbuds and appeared to be engaged in a personal conversation the entire time. This lack of focus and professionalism was evident.
Attention to customer instructions and basic courtesy were clearly lacking.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Drove across town to come here bc the other bagel shops all close at 2pm. Hours online and on their window say they close at 2:30pm everyday. No one answered the phone I called (thankfully didn't place an order online, if it would even let me) and when I arrived at 2:10pm, the place was completely closed with the lights turned off. I would understand if there was a note on the door explaining there was an emergency, but there was nothing of the sort
Went every day
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The young lady that care of us this morning was very sweet and was happy to help with my unique coffee request
Food: 5
Service: 5
Island Bagels = breakfast heaven 🥯☕️. This place has that perfect cozy beach-town vibe where everything feels fresh, local, and made with love. The bagels are legit — soft and chewy on the inside with that golden crust on the outside (aka how bagels should be). Whether you’re going classic with cream cheese or loading up with eggs, bacon, and cheese, every bite hits.
The menu is stacked with options — breakfast sandwiches, flavored bagels, fun cream cheese spreads — and they don’t skimp on portions. The coffee is strong and smooth (big plus if you’re rolling in after a late night or early beach walk 🌅). Service is super friendly too, like the staff actually cares you’re starting your day off right.
It’s also the kind of spot where you can chill for a bit — grab a table, sip your coffee, and just soak in the local vibe. You’ll see both tourists and locals rolling through, which is always a good sign.
💡 Insider tip: Go early if you can — the most popular bagels and spreads go fast, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. Also, don’t sleep on the specialty cream cheeses (strawberry is a game-changer 🍓).
Overall, Island Bagels is a must-stop for breakfast or brunch if you’re anywhere nearby. Great food, great people, and the perfect fuel for a beach day. 10/10 would bagel again. 🏖️🥯✨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very cool place, people were very nice. They actually know how to make a proper bagel... toasted beautifully. the cream cheese, we got two different types was terrific ... i had a toasted asiago. It was chewy and crunchy and still soft and perfect. Like I said you how to do a bagel here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you’re a local or visiting, Island Bagels is a must. If you love NY bagels this is the place to be!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I got all the way home and didn’t have tomatoes on my BLT… I’ll let that speak for itself.
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great, Friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Very fresh bagels, awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We called the Carolina Beach location (only # we could find) to ask about their GF bagels. They stated they were out right now but they are available in both locations. I waited a couple days and checked online and saw they were in stock. I was excited to try one for breakfast so we went to the Kure Beach location. We were told they are ONLY at the Carolina Beach location. Very inconsistent info and very disappointed since the reviews were so good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
Definitely recommend! Asiago egg and cheese was excellent!
An ordinary beachy bagel shop. I love the mission statement but the coffee especially left something to be desired.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Bagels
An ordinary beachy bagel shop. I love the mission statement but the coffee especially left something to be desired.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Bagels
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