Bodo's Bagels

I would say the best part of this place is the value. Im not sure if other places in this area are similarly priced, but as someone from DC area, I could not imagine being able to get a bagel for $1 anymore and a sandwich for ~$5. When we arrived the line was out the door and when we left it was even longer. But the line moved quickly and the overall time wasn't too bad. The breakfast and chicken salad sandwiches were good. I would say I have had bagels and bagel sandwiches I liked better but not anywhere close to this price, at least not since a very long time.

We all liked Bodo's bagels. I had an egg w/sausage with everything bagel and all was very fresh and yummy. Also tried pastrami sandwich w/plain and strawberry cream cheese w/plain - really liked all we tried and certainly will be back. Sunday noon was really busy.

Absolutely the best bagels anywhere! I regularly travel over 3 hours a couple times a year to get bagels from this location. If you order a dozen or more and slice them and freeze them the same day they're still great when you warm them in a toaster. My favorite is the fresh everything bagel with sausage and muenster cheese.

Neither me nor my wife like the bagel sandwiches here. I think it's popular because it's inexpensive. The sandwiches lacked flavor and they were stingily made with little to no avocado and mayo. Even Panera Bread is better. It could be just us because the place is really popular but we didn't like the food here.

They say that their bagels are NY style but I think it’s better! It’s fresh from oven, moist bread with high quality filling. I ate their regular pastrami bagel sandwich and tried custom order smoked salmon sandwich with everything bagel. I have tried both regular and wheat everything bagels, both of them are equally delicious; all the seeds are popped in my mouth while chewing my delicious bites. If you are near by don’t miss it!

I have been to bodo’s multiple times but always forgot to leave a rating. Always busy, always a line, but the staff is always efficient and reliable too. Cheap and affordable. I love their egg bagels, especially bacon with garlic and sausage with sesame. The plain cream cheese was the most fresh one I have ever had. The whole wheat lox bagel was such a fire! I also loved their strawberry one. Highly recommend!!

Best bagels south of New Jersey/New York! I’ve been here a few times and have never left disappointed. The cream cheese and bagels are legit! The coffee is not pretentious and goes well with the meal. My only complaint is that they don’t toast the bagels, but their freshness makes up for it.

Good Gawd! REAL NY BAGELS!!!! In town for work, drove by and had to try it. I got an EVERYTHING 🥯 w smoked turkey, munster 🧀 sprouts, lettuce, mayo & mustard. It was FANTASTIC and way better than any fast food junk you would get for $6 bucks. Going back for breakfast and taking a dozen home... I would highly recommend stopping by and having a nosh! Went back for breakfast today and to pick up some bagels 🥯 to take home! Gotta MONSTER Sausage, egg and cheddar on an everything bagel! Cured my hangover!

I came here Saturday morning and there was a line. It goes by fast though. Pretty crowded but there was plenty of open seating. The jalapeño cream cheese was really good. Not spicy at all. They forgot my egg in my bagel but I'd still give it 5/5. It tasted fresh, hot, creamy. It was delicious!

The bagels are fresh and great. Prices are better than just about anywhere you can find theae days. They were very busy on a saturday afternoon, but they kept the line moving. Took about 10mins to get half a dozen bagels and cream cheese. They were so busy there were no tables to sit and eat, and there wasn't even room to really stand and wait for your order. It is quite loud and the ambiance isn't anything special. But if you are looking for fresh food at a great price, the massive crowd can be mostly overlooked. *note on pricing, ordering toppings on the side can be costly. A tiny amount of pesto in a tiny cup was $1.

The lines may be long but it goes pretty fast and is worth it. As an alumna I had to stop in to eat at the infamous Bodo's. I got a lunch sandwich and a breakfast (honey pecan cream cheese on plain) bagel for the next day. Both sandwiches were absolutely delicious. Love that the prices are still affordable and the staff was friendly as usual. Love Bodo's and I definitely recommend trying it if you haven't before.

Might be one of the most overhyped place I have heard of in a long time. Like I get it college kids are going to love bagels but this is easily not a new york bagel and kind of false advertising saying that. The bagels all small and not better than store bought. I got an everything with lox and the spread was good but the bagel was mid.

Bodo's is a big deal for Charlottesville. This location is off campus a few miles. This was my first ever visit to the famous locals bagel shop. Their iconic location is on the UVA campus. Surface parking is nearby, but they can get slammed! The employees park in the drive-thru lane no longer in operation. The lot was clear of debris. The atmosphere inside was electric! My visit was on a UVA move-in Saturday. It was busy, but not packed at around 330 in the afternoon. It took little time to walk up and order. Menu boards make it easy, but if you're new I recommend looking at their online menu first. Service was super friendly by the young male staff. Some questions were asked on suggestions and customization. Payment is at the counter and they accept all major credit cards. There was no option to tip. Orders are called out and my pastrami on everything came out within 5 minutes. My wife got a chicken salad and daughter egg & bacon. I absolutely loved my pastrami on swiss. The everything bagel was not toasted and was soft with a nice chew. My daughter like the egg & cheese, but bacon lower quality. My wife thought the chicken salad was quality, but they forgot the lettuce. Ultimately they both liked their sandwiches. While enjoying our meal staff was wiping off tables and sweeping underneath tables. Trash is deposited by customers and it was within its boundaries. Also the restrooms were clean. A super operation all around. Great bagels and a strong value. They missed the mark a bit, but I will 100% return and if never been it's a must! 4.5 rounding down.

Jameson: I ordered a bacon egg and cheese and it was delicious. Very fast delivery of food. Customer service was could use some work. Wesley: The cinnamon raisin with honey and butter was exquisite. The style of decor and interior adds to it. Ambience and music could use some work. Bella: Immediately when I arrived I was gripped by the fact that the line was out of the door. I thought to myself, "wow this must be a GREAT bagel!" However my experience was somewhat thwarted by the ordering experience, I was somewhat confused on what I wanted however felt rushed to order. There were so many really great options that I was so overwhelmed and quickly order a plain bagel with turkey, egg, and sprouts. Good bagel, nothing special though, however I believe it was more of a user error. I would have maybe gotten a spread to add more flavor. Would definitely come back, and maybe be more prepared with my order!! Fia: From the moment I stepped foot into Bodo's Bagels, I was inspired by the abstract, creative environment. The menu had a variety to choose from, which personally was not an ideal for me but is for most people. The customer service could have been friendlier but the speed at which they got the bagels out made up for it. I was amazed by how quickly they made my bagel, despite the amount of orders. My everything bagel with bacon and egg was incredible. The glossy crust was a clear representation of the New York style bagels. It was obvious that the boil before bake method was used. Thank you Bodo bagels for the experience. Although, I hope that whenever I come next, the speakers are on

It's probably the best you can find in CVille but couldn't cut it in the northeast. Bagels are a bit underdone (I guess) and heated to be "hot out of the oven". They can't toast or grill anything. Probably under boiled (do they boil them?) because the outer crust was underwhelming. They are generous with cream cheese. Coffee is average. Employees are polite and efficient. A donut makers bagel.

WOW. Great great spot - no frills, no trendy touches, just very good bagels and coffee. We got two breakfast sandwiches on everything bagels (the bagels were chewy and so flavorful, and the eggs were particularly good), plus cinnamon raisin bagel with plain cream cheese (melty and gooey and perfect), and coffees. We brought home a few bagels as well (they put a small tub of cream cheese in the bag, which I didn't even ask for but was thrilled about!). The staff are efficient and nice, and the spot just feels so classic - I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in Cville!

Bodo's.... Did you really just give me a "tofu sandwich" with a slab of uncooked, unmarinaded tofu!? As a vegetarian, I loved you, but this is my second attempt to eat here as a vegan and it's been disgusting each time. Please, marinade or season your tofu! Additionally, your avocados have no flavor and have a slimy texture as if they were frozen. Additionally, 70% of the world is lactose intolerant and you don't have a dairy free, vegan cream cheese alternative. I'm truly disappointed in my recent dining experiences here. This was a one star bumped up solely for the bagel and how fast the food came out.

I absolutely love Bodo's so much that I always get it whenever I'm visiting Charlotteville even years after I graduated. I have noticed that some days it's even better than others (like the bagel is warm, or sometimes they put too little or too much of an ingredient like onions) BUT every time I go I never regret it! My go to is the chicken salad on an everything bagel with lettuce and onion (I would add tomatoes but I'm used to my broke college student order that tried to save the extra fee for tomatoes). I wish Bodo's was closer, as it's one of the places I miss the most about Charlottesville, and the prices are amazing. There is always a wait whenever I go, and there's a reason why.

Heard that when in Charlottesville, VA was told to give Bodo a try. Walked in and the place is organized and was greeted. Order taken and food came out quickly. Lots of indoor seating and the workers do their best to keep the area tidy. We ordered a few bagel sandwiches and lemonade. Reasonable prices and value for the buck! Fair is fair drop in and give Bodo's a try!

So freaking good!!!! Love the chicken salad with mustard and also hummus with sprouts tomato and cucumbers. Favorite bagels are the onion and the garlic. I tried the everything wheat that wasn't as fresh/a little tough... not sure if it's because it's wheat? Anywho doesn't matter. Great food, DECENT price, and friendly staff. Oh and they don't skimp on the cream cheese!! You can get one bagel and cream cheese and have enough cream cheese to spread another bagel.

Love their bagels & all types of cream cheese. Taste great. Long line but it goes pretty fast.

Awesome bagels with a huge variety of options, toppings cream cheeses, etc. They were packed when I pulled up but I was pleasantly surprised at how fast they handled the crowds.

Food is excellent, consistent, and affordable. Best place for lunch (or any casual meal) in town. Fast, polite service and great food in a pleasant and comfortable environment.

I needed a quick stop for breakfast on the way to the airport, and got several recommendations for Bodo's. I can see why, they were packed even at 6:45! The line went pretty quick, and they were very thoughtful with the service. It's got a lot of seating inside so we didn't have a problem getting a seat. I got a breakfast sandwich and a couple of Everything bagels for my flights (which was great since the airport doesn't have great choices). The sandwich was delicious with fresh made eggs, although I should have gotten some cheese in hindsight. The airplane bagel was also fantastic, and I had the last one for breakfast the next day. They have a lot of breakfast and lunch sandwich choices, and a small but high-quality selection of bagels and house-made cream cheeses. The bagels are softer inside, with a great shell, and so tasty!

if you even drive through Charlottesville, STOP HERE. Cheap, fresh bagels made daily & even fresh cream cheese. Multiple options for any water with any diet. Delicious veggie burger & sides for your bagel sandwich

Really enjoyed the ambiance and bagels while in town. You can tell a lot of locals frequent this place. The prices are extremely reasonable and despite the line going out the door, service was quick. The reason for me to give 4 stars is they don't toast their bagels. I can respect that and still enjoyed what I got, but typically I'm a toasted bagel girlie.

Wowww. I'm not the biggest bagel person but I was surprised by these. I got an everything bagel with egg and bacon. It was ready shortly after. Dang, it was surprisingly good. So simple yet so good. The bagels are chewy and flavorful and just... the way a bagel should be! I really enjoyed it. My boyfriend got his bagel with egg and sausage and we both preferred the bacon one more.

Great bagels, good prices, and super fast service! doesn't compare to a New York bagel but it's still good. The amount of toppings in the BEC were less than I expected, but the bagel itself was chewy and fresh.

I am a bagel snob from the Northeast,and all I can say about this place is WOW! Bagels are well-made and perfect texture (a little crunch on the outside/soft and doughy inside). I had an egg and bacon sandwich on a salt bagel. It was delicious and less than $5! I was only visiting for the weekend. Otherwise, I'd probably grab breakfast here every day

Went to this location on my way out of town last weekend. It was very full so the parking lot was nuts but they were still so quick. And as always the food was fabulous!

Don't flame me for saying this but I think Bodo's Bagels is as good as most New York bagel places and half the price! Most people I know get the everything bagel because it is EVERYTHING. All their bagels have just the right amount of chew and come deliciously warm. My go to order is the ham and egg bagel with a slice of cheddar cheese. Pro tip, make sure you specify the cheese when you order or else they will give you American. Really I don't think you can go wrong with anything you order here as long as you like bagels. They have plenty of indoor seating though with a self-service diner atmosphere. Only down side is the lines can get really long in the late mornings / afternoon on the weekend.

We are visiting from PA and OMG I have been looking for bagels that truly are New York style, and this is it!!!!! The bagels are crunchy on the outside while being chewy and airy on the inside!!! AMAZING!!! The service was quick and friendly! The shop is clean and nice I also love the bagel shaped door handles! We will definitely be back!

Fresh bagels and inexpensive that rival other well known bagel places i've been to! Service was quick even though traffic here looks heavy and i'd assumed it's a norm! Smart, friendly vibe and clientele occupied plenty of tables and seating that are cleaned up as customers come and go. It's refreshing! A solid place, 4.5 stars!

Bodos is an adorable, fast paced bagel shop. It's not quite the authentic new york bagel but in my opinion it's better. There are three Charlottesville locations and they all operate very similar. If you want to be with the college kids, visit the corner/university ave. The Emmet St and Preston locations have slightly nicer restrooms and more Charlottesville regulars. The college kids are obsessed with this place because of the cheap prices and quick filling meal. My friends also love their lemonade- perfect to quench your thirst on a sunny day. I personally love the fast paced (it's the only place in central VA that takes lines/traffic seriously!) and I think the bagel benches (pictured below) are adorable! They also supply some high charlie's so you can usually spot some cute young kids and their families at the Emmet and Preston locations. Sometimes you can even overhear some college kids gossiping at the corner location. The bodos staff is always wearing masks, always very nice, and always very quick at their jobs.

I went to school in Charlottesville and what can I say besides I LOVE Bodo's! Known as a staple for locals and visitors alike, Bodo's always delivers fresh bagels, lip-smacking cream cheese, fast service, and a super satisfying breakfast or snack. Here are some of my fave combos: * Plain bagel with herb cream cheese, tomato, cucumber, onion, and Swiss, cut in half * Plain bagel with avocado, feta, swiss, pesto, tomato * Plain bagel with vegetable cream cheese, egg, cheddar and tomato cut in half

This place is basic and offers tasty bagels and (mostly) yummy bagel sandwiches. Be aware that you are asked to assemble your sandwich ingredient by ingredient, so step back and figure that out before you step up to order. I had a corned beef bagelwich and it was delicious! Top quality meat, no fat and more importantly no gristle. My partner ordered the Tofu which was a mistake- big mistake. This is a thick plank of uncooked, unflavored tofu. So unfortunate, given that mine was sooooo yummy! Bodo, do you hate your vegan customers? You could have had marinated cooked tofu, or made a tofu "egg salad", but damn! Also, something else to be aware of is that there are NO refills on anything except water or tea. I asked the friendly gal at the counter if the drinks were fountain drinks and she said yes, so I assumed that meant a self-service fountain. Nope. Ok, you live and learn. Definitely would return here, although my SO might squawk.

Best bagels I've ever had outside of New York City. Big selection, they make everything fresh, prices are cheaper than bagels at the grocery store. Refills on iced tea and coffee are free, but sodas are not. Definitely worth a trip if you're in Charlottesville.

Absolute best bagel spot ever. No one can compete with Bodo's. If you end up coming in during the busy lunch rush and the line is out the door DO NOT turn around. The staff know how to work a line and it goes by incredibly fast. Tons of options for what ever mood you're in. My go tos: everything bagel, chicken salad, lettuce, tomato, cucumber and sprouts or everything bagel, turkey, lettuce, avocado, herb cream cheese or a Turkey Cleo salad. Bodo's has the best fresh chewy bagels. I crave Bodo's regularly and I'm so thankful to work close to the Preston location. For how busy they always are the inside is incredibly clean and has ample parking.

Stopped into Bodo's Bagels on the recommendation of a friend as we passed through Charlottesville on our way to D.C. and are definitely glad to have made the stop! This place is a well oiled machine, they do just a few things and all of them well. If you're looking for an expansive menu of bagel flavors, crazy cream cheese concoctions, or a zany sandwich, you won't find it here. That said, they do have a selection that I think would make most anyone happy, and the bagels are delicious! I had a ham, turkey, and herb cream cheese on everything bagel. First thing I noticed of course was the fresh bagel! It was on the dense side which I like, and they didn't overdo it on the salt for the everything bagel. Sometimes I can taste an everything bagel in my throat for hours, this one did not leave me with that unpleasantness. The ham, turkey, and herb cream cheese was generously applied. It made for a great sandwich! I really loved the herb cream cheese, it was almost like a pickle dip. Lots of dill in their mixture. Having had an excellent quick meal, we decided to bring a half dozen bagels and an order of that herb cream cheese with us to our destination. I can definitely see us making this stop again in the future!

Obsessed!! I've been going here since I was 12. Scrumptious bagels, sandwiches, salads(esp. the potato salad), drinks, etc. Just everything. No bagel place will ever beat Bodo's Bagels IMO. Service is always great rain or shine, the employees are consistently kind and efficient, and the vibes are on point. My only complaint is that I won't be able to enjoy Bodo's when I move back to Arizona :'(

I am such a sucker for a good bagel and Bodo's is the real deal!!! If you go on a weekend, there WILL be a line out the door but it moves freaky fast. The workers know what they're doing when it comes to serving people bagels. My go- to order is always an everything bagel with veggie cream cheese and Bodo's is a 10/10 for sure. The parking lot is kind of small but there's lots of seating inside. Everyone was friendly and everything was clean! 5 stars all around!!!

Nice local bagel place right next to UVA. Fresh bagels, lots of options, and good service. Went with plain bagel with lox and cream cheese. Was told the everything bagel was really good and chewy

The most prominent bagelry in Charlottesville has a retro vibe, but some forward-thinking options. Notably, they offer numerous vegetarian components for building a bagel sandwich, including a NoBull pattie (a local lentil-based veggie burger that is really the only one I buy for myself at home), locally made tofu, and numerous spreads and toppings. I wasn't convinced that getting watercress was really worth it for the amount that I got, but my sandwich was fresh and tasty, if a little messy. Another intriguing newfangled option is the house seltzers. Mine with a light tangerine flavor was enjoyable, and I wouldn't have ordered a high-calorie beverage. And I got out of there under ten bucks after leaving a tip, which as I write is two gallons of gas. And of course the bagels themselves are pretty good too.

Unpopular opinion but I thought my bagel sandwich was mediocre. It wasn't bad but didn't blow me away. However I was impressed with how efficiently they run things. We came at 10:30 on a Saturday morning and it was slammed but everything moved swiftly.

I love Bodos. I usually go for a plain bagel w plain cream cheese. So fresh so delicious. If you love cream cheese you'll love the bagels here. I usually ask for EZ on the cream cheese because they lay it on HEAVY

Food was incredible. They make bagels fresh all day so they are soft and warm when they get to you. Boyfriend who is from NY says they are the closest he has had to NYC bagels. Had a turkey sandwich on a bagel and it was so good. Line can be long but the line moves quickly. Service is good and fast.

I ordered a cinnamon raisin bagel with cream cheese. Not enough cream cheese and the bagel was super small. It also tasted like it was next to garlic or onion bagels. So, I'd say it could definitely have been better.

A trip to Bodo's always makes my day! Whether I get my go-to order or try one of their many cream cheese flavors, I'm always impressed. They are consistent and efficient, even when the line is out the door. I have an egg allergy and have always felt comfortable eating their bagels, all of which are egg-free.

Line seemed long but it moved. Service was ok. Not-so-friendly but ok. They are too busy to make the line move. Everything bagel was pretty good. But the cream cheese was a bit salty in my opinion. Coffee was good! Didn't like the corn too much. Pickle was refreshing! Pumpkin soup was good. If you are around the area, it is worth it to give it a try.

Bodo's makes bagels well. Yes. It would be nice to see them larger (the last time I had an everything bagel it just seemed kind of small). I guess folks are accustomed to whipped cream cheese. But when you get a bagel in NYC you get this fat ass bagel and a slab of good ol cream cheese. The problem with a toasted bagel and a little bit of whipped CC is it smooshes out the side. It's a mess. Anyways, they make good bagels. But I miss a real NYC bagel.

The bagels were worth the wait! The staff was super efficient and the line moved pretty quick.

Bodo's has consistently great bagels in a variety of flavors. I like the Everything seeded bagel with pastrami. & Swiss and my wife likes the sesame bagel with egg salad. Both are great values. Less than a Big Mac and much better for you! Enjoy!

Not the best, come to Chewy's in Richmond and have that blow your mind. Service is good and the line is efficient Harbor ultimately the bagels, while baked fresh certainly be better lack of a crust and soft inside with no chew .

I love this bagel place. Currently I'm at two visits which is low but, each time I visit the plan is to order something new! I ordered the egg salad sandwich on an onion bagel w/ a small lemonade. Very tasty and a hearty helping! The egg salad was oozing from the middle . Their lemonade is made in house from concentrate .. which well, isn't fresh (duh) but it was so sweet and tart. Can't wait to visit again.

About to fly home with a dozen of these in my carryon and it's not the first time! Having been raised on Bodo's bagels, I've never found a bagel elsewhere that can hold muster. If you were raised on toasted bagels in New York City, this won't be exactly the same as what you're used to, but treat it as it's own bagel category and you will not be disappointed. The bagels are impressively cheap, always fresh and perfectly chewy. If you're looking for an order recommendation, my go to is cinnamon raisin with ham and cream cheese, but really you can't go wrong. Also, don't be intimidated by the long lines - they move quickly!

When there's a line out the door 5 minutes after opening, you know that you're in for something special. After receiving two recommendations to come here, I am thrilled I did. Superb bagels at an affordable price point. There's really not much else you can ask. The service was prompt and friendly. Plenty of indoor seating. Most people ordering were taking it to go. I had an everything bagel with egg salad and coffee. The coffee was solid and exceeded my expectations. It wasn't burnt and is worth ordering if you want your caffeine fix. I'm not a bagel expert, but this bagel was outstanding. Nice amount of seasoning and fluffy and airy with a nice bite to it. The egg salad was prepared and seasoned. well. If I'm ever in VA again I'll definitely be returning!

All I have to say about Bodo's Bagels is YUM! It's one of my favorite bagel spots. I always make a point to stop here whenever I am in Charlottesville because I crave these homemade bagels. My boyfriend and I love them so much, we usually eat two when we pick up, and get some extra to eat later in the week or the next day! I love that there are so many bagel choices, cream cheese spreads, bagel toppings, and sandwich combinations that you can make on your bagels. I always get the lime and jalapeño cream cheese spread - it's my favorite cream cheese at Bodo's. It's so flavorful and not that spicy if you can't handle too much heat. They also make a phenomenal everything bagel and garlic bagel. Those are my top bagel choices and they are yummy as breakfast sandwiches with egg and cheese, or with cream cheese. I also love that they have so many cheese choices - because most places simply have just cheddar cheese or American cheese. But they have different choices such as Muenster, which is what my boyfriend got on his breakfast sandwich! Lastly, this spot is very affordable. I got two coffees, two flavored bagels with no cream cheese, two flavored bagels with cream cheese, and four sandwiches / breakfast sandwiches, for roughly $40? So it's very fairly priced and for the amount of food I got, Bodo's is totally worth it!