The Local Bagel Shop That Has People Lining Up Down The Street

Some Of Our Bagels We Bought Yesterday

I waited thirty plus minutes for bagels yesterday and you know what?

I’m not mad about it.

Far from it.

We happened to be in Bristol to pick up a 25 pound box of peaches (more about that later this week) and ended up scoping out all the red, white and blue decorations folks had put up in anticipation of today’s festivities.

And that’s when I spotted all the people standing on line outside of what I later found out was Bristol Bagel Works on Hope Street.

Ultimately I did what any good lifestyle or food blogger or curious RI’er would, grabbing a spot in that flipping line, so I could see what all the fuss was about.

When I finally got closer to the front of the line and stepped inside the cafe, I was pleasantly surprised to be greeted immediately by the smell of freshly made bagels. (When you get to the counter to place your order, at that point, that’s when and where you can see the bagels being made in real time in the back room.)

The whole time I was waiting, I was also eavesdropping on the group in front of me who were deep in conversation about which bagels and topping they were going to order.

Turned out there are over 15 different kinds to choose from including: Plain, Poppy, Sesame, Works, Spinach, Cinnamon Raisin, Cinnamon Sugar, Onion, Garlic, Cranberry Walnut, Cheddar Broccoli, Blueberry, Salt, Multi Grain and 4 varities of Asiago Cheese.

And don’t even get me started about the spreads or toppings. It’s crazy! You can get everything from the classic schmear (aka, plain cream cheese) to hummus or Nutella.

They’ll also whip up a bagel sandwich for ya too.

Yesterday Afternoon At Bristol Bagel Works (Which Dates Back To 1994)

There’s some indoor seating, but I noticed yesterday that it’s mostly a carryout or to-go type situation.

You can also call in an order to this family owned and run biz, which is a marvelous way to avoid the line.

We walked out with a bag containing one of almost every bagel they had available on Sunday.

I have since eaten 2.5 and can say with absolute certainty that they are indeed excellent.

*Bristol Bagel Works is located at 420 Hope Street in Bristol, Rhode Island.

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