Rose DeliuLocal guide
★★★★★2 months ago
Library Bagel absolutely blew me away — this place deserves every bit of a 5-star review.<br><br>First off, the chicken tenders… wow. These were hands down the most delicious tenders I’ve ever had. Each piece was thick, juicy, and clearly made with high-quality chicken — not those thin, dry strips you get elsewhere. The breading had the perfect crunch: crispy, golden, and seasoned just right, without overpowering the flavor of the meat. Every bite had that satisfying crunch followed by tender, flavorful chicken that practically melted in your mouth.<br><br>And then there’s the rainbow bagel with birthday cake cream cheese — easily one of the most fun and delicious things I’ve eaten in a long time. The bagel itself was soft, fresh, and subtly sweet, but once you add that birthday cake cream cheese, it turns into a full-on flavor explosion. It’s rich, creamy, and packed with that nostalgic cake batter sweetness, with little bursts of flavor in every bite. Somehow it’s indulgent without being overwhelming — just pure happiness in food form.<br><br>Between the insanely good chicken tenders and that unforgettable rainbow bagel combo, Library Bagel has completely won me over. I’ll be thinking about this meal for a long time and definitely coming back for more the next time I travel to New York.<br><br>*No photo of the bagel - my teenage daughter devoured it, before I could get a photo.
Response from the owner
Thank you so much for this amazing review! 🥯 We’re thrilled to hear you loved both the chicken tenders and the rainbow bagel with birthday cake cream cheese—that combo really is a fan favorite 😊 We also love that your daughter enjoyed it that much! We can’t wait to welcome you back next time you’re in New York!