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Whitestone, Queens
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Store: A classic store in the deli style housed in one of the multi floor shopping centers popular to the area. Small drink selection but absolutely stacked pastry options supplied by Absolut Cookies, which seems to share the space. A large variety of spreads poorly displayed in a dimly lit deli case. Bagels are not on display. I spoke to some locals outside the store and they informed me this is the best place in the area for sandwiches, plus their iced coffee is chilled with coffee cubes. None of this is reflected in the store score as the experience had enough character to slide by, but the input is noted. 3.5/5 3.5
Bagel: Two trips were made to the store and they were out of everything's in the early afternoon both times. In lieu of skipping the review entirely we have a whole wheat bagel. Medium size with an exceedingly doughy chew. It's almost certain the bagel was brought in from outside the store as no means of production were apparent. The fact that they were equipped with a variety of spreads is at least some forgiveness for this, but it's never a great look to have 'bagel' in your store's name and not make the bagels there. The end result is a perfectly safe bagel experience with no real flavor perspective, even when accounting for the whole wheat variable. 3.25
Cream Cheese: Served deli case cold. A heavy, overly thick spread, likely due to the resting temperature. Even application and decent amount applied. Small cut scallions make no taste or texture overtures. Fairly tangy; not overripe but without intention. 3.25