11/8/15: Bagel Boss Hicksville

Hi Everyone!


In February, when we first started working on our blog, we paid a visit to Holbrook Bagel Bakery, where we met the owner, Chris.  Chris no longer works at Holbrook Bagel Bakery, but let us know that he now holds a position at Bagel Boss in Hicksville.  Today, we checked it out!

Bagel Boss Hicksville
432 S Oyster Bay Road
Hicksville, NY 11801
Phone: 516-681-1856
Fax: (516) 681-5737
http://theoriginalbagelboss.com/

Rebecca ordered a light-colored sesame bagel with cream cheese.  Bryan ordered a well-toasted everything bagel with just a little bit of cream cheese.  Here's how we rated it:

Taste: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Cost: $5.21

We really liked the taste of our bagels!  We wouldn't say they were the best we've ever eaten, but we definitely found them delicious.  We both agreed that we loved the store itself.  It was spacious, and made good use of every bit of space.  There was ample space to line up to order, and to wait for your bagels once they'd been ordered.  There was also ample seating space, and there were really nice tables and chairs.  There was also a huge selection with something for everyone.  We were also particularly impressed with our server.  He took the time to make sure Bryan's bagel was very well-toasted and that he only got a little bit of cream cheese.  Also, he made sure Rebecca got a light-colored bagel.

Overall, we would highly recommend this bagel place to anyone looking for a great bagel and a great experience!

Don't forget to check us out next week when we head somewhere new!  And don't forget, you can email suggestions to sundaybagelswithdad@gmail.com.  See you next week!

Bryan and Rebecca

11/1/15: Bagels and Such

Hi Everyone!

Sorry to post so late again after a busy couple of days!  On Sunday, we took a trip to Bagels and Such in Ronkonkoma!

Bagels and Such
90 Railroad Ave #107
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Phone: 631-585-5617
Facebook: Bagels and Such Inc

Rebecca ordered a light-colored sesame bagel with cream cheese.  Bryan ordered a well-toasted everything bagel with just a little bit of cream cheese.  Here's how we rated it:

Taste: 2
Atmosphere:3
Service: 3
Cost: $5.00

We thought our bagels tasted very dry, and Rebecca also didn't think the cream cheese was very tasty, either.  The store itself was very small.  There was seating, but it was kind of cramped, and there was very little room to wait for your bagels.  Our server was nice, and she did make sure Rebecca got a light-colored bagel and that Bryan's bagel was well-toasted.

Overall, we wouldn't rank this bagel shop high on our list.

Don't forget to check us out next week when we head somewhere new!  And, of course, you can always email us suggestions: sundaybagelswithdad@gmail.com.

See you next week!

Bryan and Rebecca

10/25/15: Strathmore Bagels Shirley

Hi Everyone!

So sorry I haven't posted this sooner!  We had a very busy but fun-filled Sunday and Monday.

On Sunday morning we visited Strathmore Bagels in Shirley!

Strathmore Bagels
999 Montauk Highway
Shirley, NY 11967
631-281-1476

Rebecca ordered a light-colored sesame bagel with cream cheese.  Bryan ordered a very well-toasted everything bagel with just a little bit of cream cheese.  Here's how we rated it:

Taste: 3
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 4
Cost: $4.32

We thought the taste of our bagels was average; they weren't the best we've ever had, but we didn't dislike them, either.  The store was very small, and it was hard to find room to wait for your bagels.  There was indoor seating, but there weren't many tables.  Our server was very nice, and she gave us very fast, efficient service.  She did make sure Rebecca had a light colored bagel, but Bryan's bagel wasn't as well toasted as he would have liked, and he got more than a little cream cheese on his.

Overall, we were satisfied with our experience, but wouldn't rank this as one of our top picks.

Where should we go next week?  sundaybagelswithdad@gmail.com

Have a great week!

Rebecca and Bryan

10/18/15: Bagel Hut

Hi Everyone!

This week, on a recommendation, Sunday Bagels With Dad visited Bagel Hut in Farmingdale!

Bagel Hut
525 Fulton Street
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Phone: 516-249-3300
Fax: 516-249-3301

Rebecca ordered a light-colored sesame bagel with cream cheese.  Bryan ordered a well-toasted everything bagel with just a little bit of cream cheese.  Here's how we rated it:

Taste: 3
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Cost: $4.99

Bryan definitely liked the taste of his bagel more than Rebecca liked hers.  Rebecca felt that hers was a bit bland, while Bryan thought the bagel had a flavor to it that he's never tasted before.  We did both agree, however, that the bagels were not the best we've ever eaten.  The bagel shop itself was nice, with plenty of seating.  There was, however, not much room to wait for your bagels, which can pose a problem on a crowded day.  We happened to show up on a day where the line was very long and stretched around the entire store.  As a result, we did have a hard time finding a spot to wait for our bagels.  Other than that, we did enjoy the small-town feel of the store, and would recommend it for its seating area to someone who likes to sit and enjoy their bagel in-store.  Our server was nice, and she did check to make sure Rebecca's bagel was light in color and that Bryan's bagel was well toasted and had only a little cream cheese.  We also received efficient service as the long line moved quite quickly and we received our bagels quickly considering the length of the line.

Overall, we were very satisfied with our experience today, and would recommend it if you are in the area and looking for a good bagel and a great bagel shop!

Remember that YOU can help us decide where to head next!  Our visit to Bagel Hut was a suggestion from a blog visitor just like you--you can be next!  Comment a suggestion or email it to sundaybagelswithdad@gmail.com.  We look forward to hearing from you!

See you next week!

Rebecca and Bryan

10/11/15: Avenue Bagels

Hi Everyone!

This morning Sunday Bagels With Dad headed over to Deer Park to visit Avenue Bagels!

Avenue Bagels
856 Long Island Avenue
Deer Park, NY 11729
Phone: 631-667-7399
Menu and Online Page: AllMenus (click here)

Rebecca ordered a light-colored sesame bagel with cream cheese.  Bryan ordered a well-toasted everything bagel with just a little bit of cream cheese.  Here's how we rated it:

Taste: 3
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 3.5
Cost: $4.89

We thought the taste of our bagels was average; they weren't the best bagels we've ever had, but they weren't the worst, either.  We did think the store was nice, though, Rebecca especially.  There was a nice open area to sit.  However, there wasn't much room to stand as you waited for your order.  Our server was nice, and she did make sure Rebecca got a light-colored bagel, but Bryan's bagel wasn't particularly well-toasted.

Overall, we wouldn't rate this bagel shop as one of our favorites, but we did have a satisfactory experience here.

Don't forget to check us out next week when we head somewhere new!  And, as always, feel free to send us your suggestions: sundaybagelswithdad@gmail.com.  See you next week!

Bryan and Rebecca

10/4/15: Strathmore Bagel Cafe, Riverhead

Hi Everyone!

Posting this on Monday after a very busy Sunday!  Yesterday we took a trip to Strathmore Bagel Cafe in Riverhead!

Strathmore Bagel Cafe
1550 County Road 58
Riverhead, NY 11901
Phone: 631-360-4400
Facebook: Strathmore Bagel Cafe

Rebecca ordered a sesame bagel with cream cheese.  Bryan ordered a well-toasted egg everything bagel with cream cheese.  Here's how we rated it:

Taste: 3
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Cost: $4.45

We thought the taste of our bagels was average; they weren't our favorites, but they weren't the best bagels we ever had either.  We thought the store was very nice, though!  It was fairly big, with ample seating and waiting areas.  Our server was nice, and she served us our bagels promptly.

Overall, we really enjoyed the atmosphere and service of this bagel store, but we thought there was room for improvement in the taste category.

Don't forget to check us out next week when we head somewhere new!  And, as always, you can email us suggestions at sundaybagelswithdad@gmail.com.

Rebecca and Bryan

9/27/15: The Bagel Stop

Hi Everyone and Happy Fall!

Today Sunday Bagels With Dad stopped at The Bagel Stop in Hauppauge.

The Bagel Stop
658 Motor Parkway
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Phone: 631-952-3020
Fax: 631-952-3557
http://www.i8at.com/bagelstop

Rebecca ordered a light-colored sesame bagel with cream cheese.  Bryan ordered a toasted sesame bagel with cream cheese.  Here's how we rated it:

Taste: 2.5
Atmosphere: 3.5
Service: 3
Cost: $4.76

Rebecca really liked the taste of the cream cheese but we both thought the bagels were a little bland by themselves.  The store, although small, had a fair amount of seating and it was easy to find room to wait for your bagels as they were being prepared.  Our server was nice, and he made sure that Rebecca's bagel was light colored.

Overall, we were impressed with the style and service at this bagel store, but weren't so fond of the taste of the bagels themselves.

Don't forget to check us out next week when we head somewhere new!  And, as always, you can comment or email suggestions: sundaybagelswithdad@gmail.com.  See you next week!

Bryan and Rebecca