The Bagel Shack

Lake Forest, CA · Bagel shop

Rating
4.4/5
★★★★☆ 4.4
Reviews
20
Rank in Lake Forest
#45
of 180 restaurants
City Percentile
57%
rating percentile
Address
The Bagel Shack, 23653 El Toro Rd Ste C, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Phone
(949) 305-2034
Website
thebagelshack.com
Status
Closed · Opens 6 AM Sat

The Bagel Shack is a restaurant located in Lake Forest, CA. It is one of 180 restaurants listed in Lake Forest. Its 4.4-star rating is above the Lake Forest city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About The Bagel Shack

Whether you're craving a classic bagel with cream cheese or a hearty sandwich, we provide a delightful dining experience that captures the essence of Southern California's relaxed coastal culture.

Hours

Friday6 AM–2 PM
Saturday6 AM–2 PM
Sunday6 AM–2 PM
Monday6 AM–2 PM
Tuesday6 AM–2 PM
Wednesday6 AM–2 PM
Thursday6 AM–2 PM

Customer Reviews

★★☆☆☆ 2.0 Evan Yu · Dec 2025

I’ve been coming here almost 15 years. Always slaps. Waited a year this time. Drove 14 hours. It missed today. Hard bagel, hard bacon, hard everything. Stingy with the cream cheese too.

★★★★★ 5.0 Xyz · Feb 2026

Very good. The peanut butter and jam was good. The sandwiches were legit w avocado. They make their own bagels. It’s good to keep you going through out the day, perfect if you are looking to avoid heavy heavy foods that get your energy down. Quick meal.

★★★★★ 5.0 George U. · Jan 2026

2/1/2026 Had a lowers with ham on a jalapeño cheese bagel for breakfast. Yummy. I also had a mocha and OJ. The food is always fresh and the service top notch. Great bagels, sandwiches etc. Highly recommended Previous review Stopped at Bagel Shack this morning for a Lowers with Ham, hot coffee and an orange juice. The service is terrific and the food fantastic. The ambiance is clean and calm. Chad Meser provided quality service. The food was perfect and I must say this place has the best breakfast sandwiches this side of the Mississippi, I mean in Orange County lol. Highly recommended.

★★★★☆ 4.0 Kristy Pavlick · Aug 2025

Pretty decent bagels for CA. I was surprised to find my bagel served open face with barely any cream cheese, but my expectations are high coming as a New Yorker. That’s what I get for ordering outside NYC. Otherwise, the bagel itself was good - nice texture and size. Also, the staff was super friendly

★★★★★ 5.0 Jen Y. · Apr 2025

Best bagels in town in my opinion, and I have tried all the best Google reviewed bagel spots. They are chewy in the best way, not hard doughy like other bagels. I love their cheese covered bagels but everything is good. Need to freeze them the day of if you buy a bunch.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Identifies As Women Owned ✓ Small Business ✓ Curbside Pickup ✓ Delivery ✓ In Store Pickup ✓ In Store Shopping ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating ✓ Coffee ✓ Breakfast ✓ Gender Neutral Restroom

Services

Bagel shopBreakfast restaurantCatererCoffee shopSandwich shop

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