Store: Contemporary styling, all brick walls and wooden tables. Very long space. Large spread and deli selection, moderate drink selection, small pastry selection. Unusual ticket/receipt system. The cashier seemed quite unhappy with her job. 3.75

Bagel: Light toppings on one side, virtually none on bottom. All standard toppings for what is there. Wonderful visual browning on the crust and a great brine wash over it all. A frustratingly tough chew, particularly for a purchase still firmly in the AM. 3.75

Cream Cheese: A little colder than preferred and underapplied. That said, an absolutely luscious spread, fresh and creamy with no cheesy taste. Scallions aren't a featured player but make for great support. A true bagel store cream cheese. 4.25