The Bagel Loft Tuckahoe: Authentic New York Bagels, Breakfast & Gourmet Lunches

The Bagel Loft Introduce

Introduction / Overview

For any New Yorker, the search for the perfect bagel is a serious endeavor, and in Southern Westchester, the hunt often leads directly to The Bagel Loft in Tuckahoe. This highly-rated bagel shop has earned its stellar reputation by consistently delivering a product that defines the classic New York standard: bagels that are fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. More than just a morning stop, The Bagel Loft serves as a comprehensive breakfast, lunch, and catering destination, offering a massive menu that extends far beyond cream cheese and lox.

Patrons know that while there’s "always a line at Bagel Loft," the quality of the food and the efficiency of the staff make it worth the wait. The atmosphere is bright, bustling, and friendly, reflecting the high-energy nature of a top-tier New York food establishment. It is a local favorite that serves oversized bagels with unbeatable flavor and aroma. The shop caters to the hurried commuter looking for a quick, essential breakfast sandwich, the local resident craving a full gourmet lunch, and the family needing a baker's dozen to start the weekend. With its combination of fresh-baked goods, expansive grill menu, and generous portions, The Bagel Loft is considered the best bagel around by many in the community.

Location and Accessibility

The Bagel Loft boasts a prime, highly accessible location at 307 Columbus Ave, Tuckahoe, NY 10707, USA. This address places it directly in the heart of the Tuckahoe community, making it an extremely convenient stop for daily commuters and local residents alike.

A significant highlight of its location is its proximity to Metro-North. The shop is located "just steps from Crestwood Station," making it a crucial stop for anyone traveling into or out of New York City. As one user noted, you can "Hop off the Metro-North, turn left, and you’re there," underscoring its commuter-friendly convenience.

For those traveling by car, accessibility is well-addressed with a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot. This focus on ease of access ensures that The Bagel Loft is a welcoming and convenient spot for all members of the Westchester community, reinforcing its appeal as a true neighborhood cornerstone perfect for a Quick visit.

Services Offered

The Bagel Loft operates as a full-service food establishment, specializing in bagels but offering a wide range of meal options and convenience services.

Full Dining Options: Services include Dine-in, Takeout, In-store pickup, and Delivery, ensuring flexibility for all customer needs.
Breakfast Focus: Specializing in Breakfast with an enormous selection of fresh bagels, Breakfast Sandwiches, Breakfast Wraps (Mexican, Italian, American, etc.), Omelettes, and Pancakes and More (Waffles, French Toast, etc.).
Gourmet Lunch Service: Offering extensive Hot Lunch Specials (Philly Cheesesteak, Bagel Loft Special) and Cold Lunch Specials (Nova Classic, Italian Combo), as well as Paninis and large, customizable salads.
Fresh-Baked Goods: The Bakery Department features items like Croissants, Muffins, Crumb Cakes, and Big Chocolate Chip and Black & White Cookies.
Full Beverage Bar: Serving Coffee (hot and iced), Tea, Hot Chocolate, and a variety of bottled and canned beverages, including Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice and popular energy drinks.
Bulk/Family Ordering: Offering the Baker's Dozen (13 Pieces), a staple for groups, offices, and weekend family breakfasts.

Features / Highlights

The Bagel Loft is celebrated for several key attributes that distinguish it in the highly competitive New York bagel market, combining quality ingredients with an efficient, friendly service model.

The Perfect Bagel Texture: The primary highlight is the quality of the bagels themselves, consistently praised for being fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside, meeting the high standards of a true New York bagel.
Commuter Convenience: Its location "just steps" from the Crestwood Metro-North Station makes it an indispensable daily stop for commuters, as noted by local reviews.
Generous Portions and Value: Customers consistently highlight the oversized bagels and the staff’s generosity, specifically noting that they are "generous with the cream cheese." The value proposition, such as a "bagel and coffee combo costs $10 or less," is a major financial draw.
Expansive Menu Variety: The menu is far more comprehensive than a typical bagel shop, featuring over ten specialty cold cut sandwiches, multiple hot panini options, full-scale omelettes, and various homemade salads and soups.
Gourmet Options: High-end menu items such as the **Nova Classic ($24.43)**, Panini Di Prosciutto & Pollo ($18.88), and the variety of Whitefish Salad offerings cater to more discerning tastes.
Service Efficiency: Despite the constant crowds and lines, the staff is noted as being quick, friendly, and efficient, ensuring the wait is minimal and the experience is pleasant.

Contact Information

To place an order, inquire about catering, or for general information, use the following contact details:

Address: 307 Columbus Ave, Tuckahoe, NY 10707, USA

Phone: (914) 268-0397

What is Worth Choosing

Choosing The Bagel Loft is choosing a guaranteed high-quality start to your day or a satisfying mid-day break, centered around what many consider the best bagel around in Southern Westchester. It’s worth choosing for the commitment to the authentic New York bagel tradition and the exceptional convenience of its location.

For a classic experience, you must choose a fresh Bagel With Plain Cream Cheese or, for a step up, the Lox With Cream Cheese. For those seeking a fully loaded morning meal, the Turkey Bacon Egg and Cheeses are highly recommended and praised for being "perfect." The staff is also known to be generous with the toppings, so consider a Bagel With Flavored Cream Cheese for an extra indulgence.

At lunchtime, the specialty sandwiches are the way to go. Consider the famed Nova Classic ($24.43) for a high-end cold cut experience, or the hearty Philly Cheesesteak ($21.58) from the hot menu. The extensive selection of homemade salads, including Whitefish Salad (1 Lb) and the classic Tuna Salad (1 Lb), also provides excellent, fresh options for those planning meals throughout the week.

The Bagel Loft provides an essential New York experience: superior food quality, exceptional speed and service, and unbeatable convenience, making the brief wait for this "southern Westchester favorite" entirely worthwhile.

The Bagel Loft Food & drink

Hot Lunch Specials
Philly Cheesesteak $21.58
Served only on a hero. Steak, onions, peppers, and, melted cheese. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Manhattan Special $20.98
Grilled chicken, tomatoes, avocado, cilantro, swiss, and mayonnaise. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Spicy Gina $19.38
Spicy. Buffalo chicken, Pepper Jack cheese, celery, and blue cheese. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Ralph's Roast $19.38
Roasted pork, grilled onions, tomatoes, green chili sauce, and mayonnaise. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Tuna Melt $19.38
Mama's Parm $19.38
Chicken cutlet, melted mozzarella, and tomato sauce. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Chubby Chicken $20.73
Chicken cutlet, melted cheddar, bacon, grilled onions, and BBQ sauce. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Grilled Chicken $19.38
Served with lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Bagel Loft Special $22.08
Grilled steak, sautéed onions, tricolor peppers, and mozzarella. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Gaetanos Grille $19.38
Grilled chicken, roasted peppers, mozzarella, and pesto sauce. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Chicken Cutlet $19.38
Served with lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.

Cold Lunch Specials
Lox With Flavored Cream Cheese $16.68
Comes with macaroni salad, potato salad, or coleslaw.
B.L.T $16.68
Rare Russian $19.38
Roast beef, Swiss, coleslaw, and Russian dressing. Comes with macaroni salad, potato salad, or coleslaw.
Chicken Caesar Wrap $18.88
Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, croutons, and Caesar dressing. Comes with macaroni salad, potato salad, or coleslaw.
B.L.T $12.49
Cici's Club $19.38
Blackened turkey, Jack cheese, bacon, cucumber, and ranch dressing. Comes with macaroni salad, potato salad, or coleslaw.
Teresa Dulce $19.38
Honey turkey, cranberry spread, walnuts, Fontina cheese, lettuce, and honey mustard. Comes with macaroni salad, potato salad, or coleslaw.
House Special $19.38
Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, Grammy smith apples mozzarella cheese and raspberry dressing . Comes with macaroni salad, potato salad, or coleslaw.
Turkey Club Special $20.73
Turkey, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, and bacon. Comes with macaroni, potato salad or cowslow. Also can ask for French fries or sweet potato fries
Lox With Cream Cheese $15.38
Comes with macaroni salad, potato salad, or coleslaw.
Stuffed Tuckahoe $19.38
Roasted beef, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, American cheese and mustard. Comes with macaroni salad, potato salad, or coleslaw.
Italian Combo $22.08
Ham, salami, pepperoni, prosciutto, soppressata, provolone, roasted peppers, lettuce, tomatoes, and Italian dressing. Comes with macaroni salad, potato salad, or coleslaw.
Nova Classic $24.43
Nova sliced smoked salmon, capers, scallion cream cheese, onions, and tomatoes. Comes with macaroni salad, potato salad, or coleslaw.

Omelettes
Vegetable Omelette $17.93
Broccoli, spinach, mushrooms, and peppers. Served with home fries or hash browns, and small coffee.
Western Omelette $17.93
Ham, peppers, and onions. Three egg omelette are served with home fries or hash browns, and small coffee.
Greek Omelette $17.93
Spinach, tomato, and feta cheese. Served with home fries or hash browns, and small coffee.
House Omelette $17.93
Bacon, sausage, and cheese. Three egg omelette are served with home fries or hash browns, and small coffee.

Breakfast Sandwiches
1 Egg Sandwich $4.97
Served on any bagel, roll, or sliced bread.
2 Eggs & Any Meat ( No Cheese) $9.02
2 Eggs & Meat & With Cheese $9.68
2 Eggs Sandwich $6.32
Served on any bagel, roll, or sliced bread.
2 Eggs & Cheese (No Meat) $7.67
Served on any bagel, roll, or sliced bread.

Breakfast Sides
Order Of Turkey Bacon $10.78
Order Of Hashbrowns (2 Pieces) $8.08
Order Of Home Fries $9.43
Order Of Bacon $10.78
Order Of Onion Rings (10 Pieces) $9.43
Order Of French Fries $6.73
Order Of Sausage $8.08

Beverages
Seltzer Water Bottle $2.99
Ask for regular, lime, or orange flavors
Diet Pepsi (Can) $2.50
A crisp tasting, refreshing pop of sweet, fizzy bubbles without calories.
Iced Coffee $3.50
Diet Coca Cola (Can) $2.50
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
San Pellegrino Bottle $2.99
Horizon Chocolate Milk $2.50
Orange Juice Tropicana $2.99
Nesquik $2.99
Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice $5.99
Apple Juice Tropicana $2.99
Pepsi (20 Oz) $2.99
The bold, refreshing, robust cola
Red Bull $3.50
Snapple $2.99
Pepsi (Can) $2.50
The bold, refreshing, robust cola
Gatorade $2.99
A crisp, satisfying taste to quench thirst and energize without caffeine
Water $2.50
Bai 5 Antioxidant $2.75
Unsweetened Iced Tea $2.75
Yoohoo $2.99
Tea $2.25
Starbucks Frappuccino $3.50
Made with the signature espresso coffee.
Vitamin Water $2.99
Vitamin and nutrient-enhanced water beverage with electrolytes and other good stuff.
Coffee $3.00
Coconut Water $3.50
Coca Cola (Can) $2.50
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Diet Pepsi (20 Oz) $2.99
A crisp tasting, refreshing pop of sweet, fizzy bubbles without calories.
Hot Chocolate $3.00
Arizona $1.25
Cranberry Juice Tropicana $2.99
Coca Cola (Bottle) $2.99
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.

Bakery Department
Croissant $5.38
Crumb Cakes $4.71
crumb cake vanilla flavor, from the bakery section.
Muffins $5.58
Corn, blueberry, chocolate, banana, chocolate chip, raisin bran, and oat bran.
Big Chocolate Chip Cookie $4.71
Black & White Cookie $4.71

From the Grill
Chicken Quesadilla $20.23
Served with French fries, potato fries, or onion rings.
Hamburger $17.53
Served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and fries.
Bacon Cheeseburger $20.23
Served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and fries.
Chicken Tenders (6 Pieces) $14.83
Wings $13.48
Ask for hot, mild, or bbq
Mozzarella Sticks (6 Pieces) $13.48
Steak Quesadilla $21.58
Served with French fries, potato fries or onion rings.
Empanadas (Each) $3.37
Chicken or beef.
Turkey Burger $17.53
Served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and fries.
Chicken Fingers (4Pieces) With Fries $14.83
Served with French fries or sweet potato fries.
Cheeseburger $18.88
Served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and fries.

Home Made Soups
Chicken Noodle Soup $9.99
Lentil Soup $9.99
Clam Chowder Soup $9.99
Minestrone Soup $9.99

Bagel Varieties
Mini Bagel (Only) (NO ADD ONS) $2.03
Plain only.
Mini Bagel With Flavor Cream Cheese $5.06
Minis are plain only.
Mini Bagel With Butter $3.37
Minis are plain.
Flat Bagel (Only) (NO ADD ONS) $3.37
Flat Bagel With Plain Cream Cheese $8.08
Flat Bagel With Butter $6.73
Bagel (Only) (NO ADD ONS) $2.63
Bagel With Plain Cream Cheese $7.24
Baker's Dozen (13 Pieces) $31.05
Bagel With Flavored Cream Cheese $8.08
Flat Bagel With Flavored Cream Cheese $8.88
Flats are sesame, plain, everything, whole wheat everything and whole wheat.
Mini Bagel With Plain Cream Cheese $4.72
Minis are plain only.
Bagel With Butter $5.38

Paninis
Panini Di Prosciutto & Pollo $18.88
Grilled chicken prosciutto, mozzarella, Fontina, tomatoes, and arugula. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Panini De La Casa $17.53
Artichokes, mushrooms, roasted peppers, spinach, and mozzarella cheese. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Panini Di Carne $21.58
Skirt steak, caramelized onions, arugula, oven-dried tomatoes, and Fontina cheese. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Panini De Avocado $20.23
Avocado, chicken cutlet, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, muenster cheese, and chipotle mayonnaise. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Panini De Manhattan $20.23
Grilled chicken, tomatoes, avocado, cilantro, Swiss, and mayonnaise. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Panini Di Cuba $18.88
Roasted pork, Swiss, ham, pickles, and mustard. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Panini Al Pesto $18.88
Grilled chicken, mozzarella, roasted red peppers, and pesto sauce. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.
Panini Di BBQ $20.23
Chicken cutlet, grilled onions, bacon, Cheddar cheese, and BBQ sauce. Comes with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries.

Pancakes and More
Chocolate Chip Pancakes (3 Pieces) $14.83
Comes with syrup.
Yogurt $9.43
Comes with granola.
2 Eggs (Any Style) Platter $13.48
Comes with home fries or hashbrown, toast, and choice of ham, bacon, or sausage.
Bagel Loft’s Big Breakfast $20.98
Comes with either pancakes or French toast or our homemade waffles. You have the option of eggs any style, any meat and either home fries or hashbrown also comes with a toast.
French Toast (3 Pieces) $15.12
Served with ham, bacon, or sausage.
Grilled Cheese $9.43
Buttermilk Pancakes (3 Pieces) $13.48
Comes with syrup.
Waffles $12.13
Comes with syrup.
Oatmeal Plain $6.73
Banana Split Pancakes (3 Pieces) $16.18
Comes with syrup.

Breakfast Wraps
Vegetable Breakfast Wrap $13.98
Three eggs, spinach broccoli, mushrooms, and tomatoes. Served on a plain, whole wheat, or spinach wrap. Comes with a small coffee.
Mexican Breakfast Wrap $13.98
Grilled chicken, Pepper Jack cheese, grilled onions, and jalapeño. Served on a plain, whole wheat, or spinach wrap. Comes with a small coffee.
Italian Breakfast Wrap $13.98
Three eggs, sausage, peppers, onions, and provolone cheese. Served on a plain whole wheat, or spinach wrap. Comes with a small coffee.
Crestwoood Breakfast Wrap $13.98
Three eggs, turkey bacon, Alpine Lace Swiss, and tomatoes. Served on a plain whole wheat, or spinach wrap. Comes with a small coffee.
American Breakfast Wrap $13.98
Three eggs, turkey, bacon, and American cheese. Served on a plain whole wheat, or spinach wrap. Comes with a small coffee.

Homemade Salads & More
Chicken Salad (1 Lb) $20.23
Macaroni Salad (1 Lb) $10.78
Low Fat Tuna Salad Sandwich $15.33
Low fat mayo, craisins, green apple, tuna.
Low Fat Chicken Salad (1 Lb) $20.23
Low Fat Chicken Salad Sandwich $15.33
Low fat mayo, walnuts, craisins, green apples, grilled chicken.
Chicken Salad Sandwich $15.33
Create Your Own Salad $17.53
Romaine.
Coleslaw Salad (1 Lb) $10.78
Whitefish Salad Sandwich $15.33
Tuna Salad (1 Lb) $20.23
Egg Salad (1 Lb) $12.82
Tuna Fish Sandwich $15.33
Mayo, celery, tuna.
Greek Salad $17.53
Red onions, black olives, and feta cheese.
Potato Salad (1 Lb) $10.78
Avocado Salad $20.23
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and strawberries, avocado, onions.
Caesar Salad $17.53
Romaine lettuce, parm cheese,croutons, and Caesar dressing .
Egg Salad Sandwich $15.33
White Fish Salad (1 Lb) $26.98
Low Fat Tuna Salad (1 Lb) $20.23

The Bagel Loft Details

Service options
Delivery
In-store pickup
Takeout
Dine-in

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings
Coffee

Dining options
Breakfast

Planning
Quick visit

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

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The Bagel Loft Location

The Bagel Loft

New York Westchester County Tuckahoe Columbus Avenue

307 Columbus Ave, Tuckahoe, NY 10707, USA

The Bagel Loft Reviews

An average rating of ★4.2 from 240 user reviews.

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Best bagel around- I’ve tried several bagel places, and these are the best. If you want fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside then come here. We got turkey bacon egg and cheeses and they were perfect. Picture shown is me on my second half and couldn’t resist to take a bite. Highly recommend!
September 07 · Jenna Solazzo
There’s always a line at Bagel Loft—and it’s worth the wait. Just steps from Crestwood Station, this southern Westchester favorite serves oversized bagels with unbeatable flavor and aroma. The staff are quick, friendly, and generous with the cream cheese.Best part? A bagel and coffee combo costs $10 or less. Hop off the Metro-North, turn left, and you’re there.
June 19 · Jay Homme (JHL)
Located just steps away from the Crestwood train station, The Bagel Loft is a quintessential neighborhood deli that feels like a local institution. The space is warm and inviting with a charmingly old-school vibe—exposed brick walls, retro signage, and a mix of counter seating and booths that encourage lingering.What really stands out here is the staff’s attentiveness. Knowing I was racing the clock to catch a train, the team checked in multiple times to make sure my sandwich would be ready in time.The menu is broad—classic water-boiled bagels, hearty breakfast sandwiches, Boar’s Head deli selections, paninis, and even a salad bar and homemade soups. There’s also a wide variety of drinks and Shkreli coffee on tap, which seems to be a popular local brand.I ordered a sausage, egg, and cheese sandwich on a roll. It was satisfying and exactly what you’d expect, though not anything gourmet. Prices, however, do lean on the higher side for a small-town bagel shop.(Also tried a breakfast on a Sunday morning, overall the food is good)
May 11 · Yunong Shi
I was coming here for the bagels for breakfast, but I had to stop because the amount of flies filying around and food just sitting out there, you can't tell me the flies aren't landing on the food ain't no way. Ain't going back here that's way too unsanitary. By the way the rating for the food was well before I saw all these damn flies flying around landing on everything.
September 18 · Xuam Lau
The good:- food- pricing- location- staffCould be improved:- order/pick up processTo order, one needs to get in line on the right. They take your order and start working on in. Then, once ready, they put it on the counter on the left. Now you need to get into another line, to pay and pick up. They don’t ask for names, they don’t call, so you have to magically guess that this was your order. Or ask a person behind the register — but in those cases you need to get through the line of folks waiting to pay. This is really confusing so you end up having a crowd of folks waiting to pick up not being sure who’s next.This isn’t a big problem during slow times but if you come here during a popular time, it’s chaos.
June 16 · Eugene Bakulin