Tompkins Square Bagels – Avenue A (East Village)

Welcome to Avenue A’s Favorite Bagel Shop

Looking for the best bagels in the East Village? You’ve just found your neighborhood go-to. Tompkins Square Bagels on Avenue A is a true NYC staple - hand-rolling fresh bagels daily, offering dozens of house-made schmears, and serving hearty breakfast sandwiches that have locals lining up out the door.

Whether you’re a long-time Alphabet City resident or exploring the neighborhood for the first time, our bagel shop offers an authentic New York breakfast and lunch experience in the heart of the East Village.

Why Locals Love Us

Located just steps from Tompkins Square Park, our Avenue A location is known for:

• Fresh-baked bagels made throughout the day

• Classic NYC spreads like scallion, lox, and tofu cream cheese

• Hearty egg sandwiches and seasonal specialty bagels

• Locally roasted coffee and espresso drinks

• Cozy seating with neighborhood charm

What to Try

Some customer favorites at our Avenue A shop include:

• The Alphabet City Special: Egg, sausage, cheddar, avocado & chipotle mayo on a toasted plain bagel

• Lox & Dill Cream Cheese on a pumpernickel bagel

• The Hangover Helper: Bacon, egg, cheddar & hot sauce on an everything bagel

• Tofu Scallion Spread with cucumber & tomato on a multigrain bagel (vegan)

• Strawberry Cream Cheese on a cinnamon raisin bagel

We also offer a full range of vegan, gluten-free, and build-your-own sandwich options.

Close To: Explore the Neighborhood

We’re perfectly positioned in one of Manhattan’s most vibrant areas. This location is close to:

• Tompkins Square Park (2 blocks away)

• Alphabet City and Loisaida

• St. Mark’s Place dining & nightlife

• East River Park

• The Lower East Side

• Union Square (10 minutes west)

• NYU dorms and East Village student housing

Subway access:

• L Train at 1st Ave (3-minute walk)

• F Train at 2nd Ave (7-minute walk)

Customer Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer vegan options at this location?

Yes! We have a variety of tofu-based spreads and vegan-friendly bagels.

Is there seating available?

Yes, we have both indoor and sidewalk seating.

Are gluten-free bagels available?

Yes - ask our staff about current gluten-free options.

Do you serve breakfast all day?

Absolutely. All-day breakfast is part of the bagel lifestyle.

Visit Us

Address:
Tompkins Square Bagels – Avenue A
165 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009

Hours:
Monday–Friday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday–Sunday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Phone: (212) 388-0408