Pompton Lakes Bagel — Restaurant in Pompton Lakes

Pompton Lakes Bagel in Pompton Lakes, NJ is hands down one of the best bagel spots around. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a warm, friendly smile and a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel like part of the family. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable — they know their menu inside and out, and they’re always happy to help you pick the perfect bagel or sandwich combination. The variety here is truly impressive. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic everything bagel, a sweet cinnamon raisin, or something more unique, they’ve got it all — and every single bagel is fresh, fluffy, and perfectly baked. Their spreads are creamy and flavorful, and the breakfast sandwiches are made with care and attention to detail. You can tell they take pride in serving quality food. What really stands out is how consistently good everything is. The bagels are always fresh (you can smell them baking in the morning!), the ingredients are top-notch, and the coffee is strong and satisfying. It’s the kind of place you can stop by any day of the week and know you’ll leave happy and full. The environment is also a huge plus — clean, bright, and inviting. You’ll often see locals chatting over coffee or families grabbing breakfast together, which says a lot about the sense of community Pompton Lakes Bagel has built. If you’re anywhere near Pompton Lakes, this spot is a must-visit. Great food, great people, and a true neighborhood gem....

Worst bagel place I’ve ever been too. Wish I could give it a zero star. The rudest owner works here and he clearly does not care how he talks to people. Was online asking for multiple orders for my husband and I and he kept saying “that’s it you want more.” As if I should only come in asking for a single bagel. Then when I was pointing and asking for a specific bagel which looked good he kept saying “come on man, are you kidding”. I wish I had walked out and never given this person my money. Do yourself a favor and don’t go here. Unless you like being yelled at and having someone be rude to you. Terrible owner. The girl working was nice and helpful. They also only had plan bagels and everything bagels to choose from at 7 in the morning. I even called to complain about the service so that they knew and the guy hung up on me. So rude ! Will never set foot in this place again because of how rude the owner was and will never recommend this place to anyone.

Update: new owners are amazing. We go all the time. Best...

I travel a lot around Jersey and other nearby states as a contractor, and I love my bagels and breakfast sandwiches. I can tell you this place is right there to be the best one; it's just perfect. Fast service even when busy. Maybe they could improve their coffee options, like the iced coffee, but their sandwiches and bagels, plus the service, are so good. Whenever I come near Wayne, I don't mind traveling 30 minutes for breakfast to come and eat here;...