Back Home Bagels Deli & Bake Shop

David N Miller

2024-04

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Emily Rodriguez

2024-04

I just love this bagel place so much! If only it was closer to home! The atmosphere is welcoming, and the bagels are delicious. There is a very decent selection to choose from. The menu has great sandwich options, but you can of course customize your own to your liking. I attached a photo of their “Just Keep Swimming” sandwich, which I ordered with the egg bagel instead of the default pumpernickel. Because this particular sandwich is understandably a little costlier, I typically stick to my regular egg-and-cheese bagel, keeping the “JKS” as a more occasional treat. Self-serve hot coffee, hot chocolate, and a small selection of baked goods and refrigerated drinks are all available. I do think the coffee could use some improvement, but it’s nothing to complain about—for the value, it isn’t awful. The ladies’ restroom is well-maintained (can’t speak for the men’s, but I’m sure it’s no different), and the staff has always been so friendly, kind, and efficient! I’ve been coming here consistently for five years, and hope to eat bagels here for many more! 😂💕

Natalie B

2023-10

Love LOVE this place! It’s is such a hidden gem within the valley. Truly has THE BEST bagels and breakfast sandwiches! They never disappoint, they have such unique flavors of bagels and cream cheese, always something new! Their pastries are to die for ESPECIALLY their turnovers! Everyone who works there is super kind and very sweet! Delicious food and great environment = the best breakfast/lunch spot!

Elizabeth Han

2023-05

The bagels were nice and soft. The blueberry cream cheese was good. I didn’t care for the garlic and scallion cream cheese. The bacon egg and cheese on plain bagel was delicious. The inside is clean and there were fresh flowers which brightens my mood! I would definitely go back.

Emily Reichling

2024-03

Closest thing to a new york deli you will find in the area! Growing up on Long Island and moving to PA meant losing out on the delis we frequented often as a family. I was thrilled when this one opened up just down the street from my parent's house a little while back. The staff is super friendly, the food is great, and more importantly the BAGELS are great. Nothing quite like this in the area.I'm a fan of the fun bagel sandwich creations as well as their chives cream cheese.

Liz Younger

2023-05

This place has amazing bagels and bagel menu. They are so good they often run out of bagels. If I happen to be up early enough to get there, I just grab my keys and go. The Staff all seem to work together like a well oiled machine and they look like they enjoy what they are doing. Positive vibes everywhere.

maddie galucy

2023-12

My favorite place to get food in the Lehigh Valley! Everyone that works there is so kind, they even remember my order which is awesome! Great atmosphere, and clean too. The bagels are INCREDIBLE and there’s a big variety of flavors (although the cheddar jalapeño is my favorite) and the baked goods are to die for. The sandwiches are great and the specials they come up with never fail to impress. The service is friendly and fast. The pricing is a steal in my opinion, fresh food that actually fills me up is compatible to the prices at the Dunkin down the street. I’ve never been to a better bagel place and I don’t think I ever will. I try to go once a week as a treat on my day off, never disappoints!!!Wheelchair accessibility: I’ve seen them personally come out and help disabled patrons into the store 10/10 accessible. There are handicap spots and ramps.

Stephanie Schrader

2021-05

This place is absolutely AMAZING! It’s the best Breakfast/lunch place I’ve ever been too. The ambiance is homey, the food is fantastic, and the staff couldn’t be friendlier. Keep in mind this place is not open for dinner, and that is my only complaint. I wish it was 24 hours 😂 I also recommend taking your items to go, the shop is on the small side. While there are tables available, Covid regulations have further limited the space.Masks required. 👍🏻The only improvements I think they could make is expanding with a beverage/fountain bar. Like mixed coffees, spiced teas, or smoothies.*Prices photographed my be subject to change, and items on the menu may be based on availability.*. Do NOT use my photos to request prices and items. They are to give you an idea of what you may be able to get.

Rhianna Marie

2023-12

Been here a few times now and will continue to come here during my lunch break. The bagels are soft and easy to chew. Today I got the Zeppy on a garden veggie bagel, absolutely amazing. I will continue to try every signature sandwich they have. My favorite bagel to get is an everything bagel with strawberry creamcheese. Staff is very friendly and service is quick. Will definitely continue to come back.

Erica Rice

2023-11

My favorite bagel shop. I have to visit every time I'm in town to visit my parents. The chocolate chip bagels are my favorite but the bagel sandwiches are great too. Love the seasonal bagels and pastries too. Can't go wrong with anything.Please be patient with the staff! They are always busy and wait times can be long, but they are incredibly friendly and are doing everything they can.

Kyle Delp

2019-05

I drive an hour for a sandwich here and it's worth every second! Comfortable shop with lots of seating, quick service and the best bagels you will ever eat! Cheddar jalapeno is my fave, I could eat one every day. And don't forget to take home some tasty homemade cupcakes or cinnamon roll for later, you'll be glad you did! Please please please open a shop near reading, you guys rock!

David Parsons

2023-12

The server just transacted with a customer before me with cash, then turns around with the same gloves that she used with the cash, and grabs my bagels. No paper, no change of gloves, the same ones that just touched money! When asked "Whoa, you are using the same gloves you just used with money" the response was "So" - and then we always do that! To top it off, the deli sheets where right there to grab the bagels. But hell no, let's not serve anything clean. This is not the first time, the first time I called it out to a manager. But the attitude topped it. For a mediocre product (compared to real NY Bagels) the service could be less disgusting. Wonder what health code violations could this be?

Michael Clary

2024-04

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Sarah Medina

2022-05

Mmm! You have to stop here if you are in the area! The food, atmosphere, and coffee is so worth it! I got the Jive Turkey breakfast bagel (the perfect amount of spicy!) and a Death Wish coffee. It was delicious!!! The pastries looked to die for; I will definitely be trying some sweets next time I visit!

Luis Fernandez

2023-06

The majority of reviews are right; this is the worst place to come as a truck driver. Most ppl will wait 4-8 hrs to unload. Absolutely unacceptable wait times, no regard for our schedule and log books! Try to avoid this place if you can, if not they do have parking for waiting. They need to do better for us!

Bryan Dittemer

2023-05

Drive 30 minutes to Jersey if you're looking for real Bagels and breakfast sandwiches. Lots of people behind the counter and service is slower than molasses. I don't know if the folks out here have anywhere to be but don't come here if you're trying to go to work.

Kellie Kaplan

2023-05

The BEST bagels in the Valley. No other bagel shop compares. I drive 40 minutes round trip twice a week to get my breakfast sandwich. It’s worth the drive! Try it out.

Katie M

2022-05

Amazing!! I got a SEC on an everything bagel and my boyfriend got the Jive on a Jalapeño cheddar bagel. It was amazing! I also took 6 to go and they were still warm! Pastries are awesome, too! Highly recommend.

Diane Gatens

2023-12

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Mayur Patil

2024-01

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Dan Brown

2023-08

It doesn't get much better than Back Home. The breakfast sandwiches -- I recommend bacon, egg, and cheese, add avocado on a salt bagel -- are outstanding. Good variety of bagels with some interesting cream cheese flavors, made in house. Pricing is great.When they are busy -- and they usually are -- they won't answer the phone so you have to go in to get the order. I'd also recommend going in early because they frequently sell out.Honestly, one of the best local spots in the Schnecksville/New Tripoli area.

Mike Wilson

2023-10

The bagels are amazing, but they are constantly putting you on hold and either forgetting you’re there or hanging up on you. I wish their ordering was better because we’d go there more often. When we need a quick breakfast option, we need to go somewhere else.

Chris Voit

2023-05

This was a bit of a hike and we arrived about 30 minutes before the closed, but it was probably the best bagel sandwich I have ever had. I went with the Tree Hugger (without cheese) and it was banging. Great taste, soft & perfect bagel. We also got coffee and I'm not sure what brand (they had Death Wish coffee & Taylor Roasted listed) was served, but it was fresh and wonderful. Then entire staff was friendly and great. The food was fresh and quick. We got a few bagels and enjoyed another another bagel later that day and for breakfast this morning.This will be a regular stop going forward. Worth the trip! Fantastic and fun setting too.

Jordan Keuler

2019-05

In my opinion it's the best bagle shop in town!! They have an amazing variety of bagles and different sandwiches. They also treat the first responder community very well !

David Nemeth

2023-08

The energy inside this bagel business is electrifying as I watched the staff hustle to help fill orders and make sandwiches.Special shout out to Johanna for multitasking with a great attitude, a smile and a little shimmy.Girl, you are a ROCKSTAR.The Carnivore Kid with triple protein (pork roll, sausage patty and a fried egg) was served on toasted Everything bagel.Very good. ($8)The pork roll, fried egg & pepper jack on the jalapeno cheddar bagel checked all the boxes for simple yet satisfying. ($6)Several bagel flavors with a dozen cream cheese flavors plus a menu full of sandwich options and more.Baked goods and coolers full if assorted drinks.Great place employing awesome staff.

T H

2023-10

Yimmy bagel sandwich to start off the day with a solid cup of joe. Full menu with lots of options including build your own. Seasonal bagels and cream cheese flavors available. Will definitely recommend the catering menu to my company.

Melissa Wuchter

2023-06

I give a 4 he food because I think the quality is good! However, do you really feel the need to gouge people with recent markup prices?Understandably, prices go up but the mark-up is crazy.Adding meat to salads and also cream cheese on a bagel? You have my business for bagels but as far as sandwiches , breakfast, no thank you!You have my business for PlainI ordered lunch and wanted it in the salad wrap and it actually cost me more than if I got a sandwich?

Paul F.

2018-05

A great selection of bagels, pastries, and made-to-order sandwiches. Cozy atmosphere, quality ingredients and fast, friendly service make this place an outstanding local gem!

Elizabeth Foley

2023-05

First time stopping in, ordered 2 breakfast sandwiches and picked up a dozen bagels. The sandwiches were AMAZING! The bagels were soft, the eggs cooked exactly as I requested, and the staff was great. Definitely going back, and would highly recommend to anyone.

Brandon McGregor

2023-05

Excellent place to grab fresh homemade bagels! The wife and kids always appreciate when I swing in and grab a dozen. They have amazing specialty bagels as well hot from the grill. Highly recommend this place if you are looking for expertly crafted, fresh, delicious bagels!