Absolute Bagels
Upper West Side, Manhattan
Total Score
Ranks & Awards
Store: Classic bagel store vibe, 'salt in the walls' for sure. Factory-esque interior with zero frills. A real bagel crew behind the deli cases. Small bottled drink selection, moderate cream cheese selection. 4.75
Bagel: One-sided toppings with a minimum of salt. High density of toppings. Very chewy, mid-sized. Lovely golden brown on the shell. Amounts to a standard taste and texture in the Manhattan style. 4
Cream Cheese: Well composed, on the thicker side. Served colder, unaided by bagel heat. Good scallion presence, more dairy forward. Applied evenly at a good amount. 4