Tandem Bagels — Restaurant in Mankato

Amazing food. Very small building. I had just had surgery (7 am + 2hr drive) and broke my foot the day before. Mind you it's cold outside and I'm walking a little slow due to the boot. I ordered online for a pickup and this woman is telling me that I should have used the outside to pick up... Such a great 1st impression. I understand there is a line and the place is small. Other online orders were waiting behind me... I wouldn't use the outside pickup unless we had close parking. Because I would have froze off my toes and fingers; surgery on my wrist and broken foot - both in open hardware. Lovely place except for the dirty looks after being "talked" to in a loud manner by the lovely employee. ~ I work in a fast pace factory and don't yell at people. We have customers come through to see their products costing hundreds of thousands of dollars... it's not that serious....

Tandem Bagels is your go-to spot for handcrafted, freshly baked bagels, delicious spreads, and expertly brewed coffee :coffee:. Whether you're grabbing a quick breakfast on the go or settling in for a cozy coffee date, this local gem has something for everyone. With a commitment to quality ingredients and warm hospitality, Tandem Bagels serves up a taste of home with every bite. From classic bagels to creative sandwiches, each item on their menu is made with care and flavor in mind. My personal experience: “There’s nothing better than starting the day with a fresh bagel and a great cup of coffee! Whether I’m meeting a client or just treating myself, Tandem Bagels always delivers a welcoming atmosphere and amazing flavors. My go-to? A classic everything bagel with veggie cream cheese—perfection!” Sonja Zoet | Associate...

The service is always friendly, even when they're busy. The coffee is excellent, and their monthly drink specials are worth checking out, even if you don't normally drink flavored coffee. Their salt and onion bagels are my favorites. Typically, I get some bagels to take home, but I decided to get breakfast in store this morning. I got the simplest option, the egg and (pepper jack) cheese, on a salt bagel. With any simple dish, the quality of the ingredients and skill in preparation make all the difference, and in this case, it was perfect. The eggs were soft and moist, and the cheese was melted throughout them. The salt on the bagel was just right to balance the creaminess of the eggs and cheese. I ended up sitting on the bench outside in the cold and eating the whole thing because I didn't want to wait...