Einstein Bros. Bagels

3.9
299 reviews
Smoky brisket and melty cheddar breakfast sandwich layered with egg and chipotle cream on a toasted jalapeño-cheddar bagel—fresh, bold, and crave-worthy

About

Bagel ShopBakeryBreakfast RestaurantCoffee ShopCafe
Einstein Bros.® Bagels is your neighborhood bagel shop. We take pride in serving you our freshly baked bagels & shmear, the best breakfast sandwich featuring fresh-cracked eggs, as well as fresh-brewed coffee and much more. We'll have a fresh bagel and cup of coffee ready for you!

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Credit cardAvailable

Location

Einstein Bros. Bagels
10460 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA
92120, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.9
299 reviews
5 stars
151
4 stars
73
3 stars
20
2 stars
16
1 star
39

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Many customers reported slow service, order mistakes, and unhelpful staff, leading to frustration.

Food Quality

While some customers enjoyed the bagels and breakfast sandwiches, others found the food lacking in flavor or quality.

Customer Experience

Several reviews highlighted positive interactions with specific staff members, but there were also complaints about rude behavior from employees.

Atmosphere

The atmosphere was described as cozy by some, but concerns were raised about cleanliness and the presence of unsavory individuals nearby.

Pricing Concerns

Customers expressed that the prices were high for the quality of food and service received.
  • CA
    Cort Alan
    Nov 12, 2025
    2.0
    Slow slow SLOW service. Go in when it's completely dead and they still take 20-30 min for a bagel. Absolutely no sense of urgency. Lots of other breakfast options elsewhere.
  • JM
    Jesus San Miguel
    Nov 7, 2025
    2.0
    Like coming here specially with the cool deals they usually have however i really dislike the 20 minute wait time after placing order. To top it off at this location in particular they have about 3 employees in the early morning shift i place my order , come in and still wait past the 20 min prior making order. They somehow do notice me waiting and help me get my food ready. The whole point of making an online order is to PREVENT waiting in person to "save time". If a 20 minute Window is given I'm assuming that is the max wait time in a worst case scenario. It seems they always have order ready 20 or more after placing order. That's a terrible business idea.
  • DP
    David Perham
    Sep 29, 2025
    4.0
    Get there early or they won't have the bagels you want.
  • CA
    Claudia Ahumada
    Sep 27, 2025
    2.0
    If you are expecting a —Real Bagel— don’t come here. Highly disappointed with fake bacon/egg/cheese bagel and fake cappuccino… McDonald’s makes it better ( not endorsing McDonald either)
  • YV
    Yassir Velazquez
    Sep 7, 2025
    5.0
    This place is the best! The atmosphere is very cozy, the food is great and the staff are the best!! Especially Veronic C. She absolutely makes my day with her charisma, can do attitude and quick service!

Frequently Asked Questions About Einstein Bros. Bagels

What kind of food and beverages does Einstein Bros. Bagels offer?

Einstein Bros. Bagels serves freshly baked bagels, cage-free egg sandwiches, deli lunch sandwiches, pastries, and beverages including hot coffee and cold brew.

What are the operating hours of Einstein Bros. Bagels?

The store is open from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM Monday through Friday, and from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM on weekends, with holiday variations such as closing on December 25th.