Store: A fairly recent addition to the shopping center on Neptune Avenue. A well-considered take on the contemporary style. Vaulted ceilings give an expansive feel while periodic wooden beams contain customer attention. Strong pastry selection, good spread display and a variety of drink options. Indistinct pop music plays on the radio. As far as bagel stores within a shopping center go, this is a strong example of how to do things right. 4.25

Bagel: A large bagel, light to medium brown shell and an indentation for a hole. Not cut all the way through on prep. Very light topping density on one side only. Low salt ratio, barely registering on taste and texture. The fundamentals of the bagel are strong and worth noting. Fairly fresh, good chew and nice irregularities to the shell shape. The overall impression is mitigated its relative no show as an everything bagel. 3.75

Cream Cheese: Served cool. A fresh, fine whip that demonstrates competency. Slightly messy application, even application amount. Not much scallion play; a smaller chunk cut. A dairy forward spread employing tanginess to good effect. 4