Modern Bread and Bagel

The options are plentiful and delicious and all gluten free which is phenomenal!! Not everywhere offers a GF bagel so we were thrilled while the others in the group who did not have dietary restrictions still throughly enjoyed their food! The coffee and matcha was also 10/0!

The entire menu is gluten free! They don’t have a microwave which I think is very strange. We had to enjoy our cinnamon roll room temp. It was still good but it would’ve tasted better heated. I don’t recommend the cinnamon raisin bagel- it tasted different and nowhere near as good as the sesame bagel.

100% gluten free kitchen and the most delicious bagel I’ve ever had. You can choose bagel type, cream cheese flavourings and toppings. I added salmon, avocado and tomato to a sesame bagel with chive cream cheese and it was the best! Friendly staff and nice area to eat in. Lots of gluten free cakes including cinnamon scrolls! If you are gluten free (or not) you will not be disappointed with a visit to this place.

The whole menu is gluten-free 😍. And for me who can eat gluten I don’t taste a difference to a normal bagel. They are really good and you can build your own bagel or take one from the menu. You can also pay with card.

I was just passing by and stumbled upon this gem, and I'm so glad I did. I placed a to-go order and the experience was fantastic. The bagels were absolutely delicious, fresh, chewy, and flavorful. The atmosphere inside was really nice and welcoming, even just for a quick stop. This place made my morning!

Hands down beat gluten free bagels (open everything bagel, spicy feta) I ever had. My husband (sesame bagel mit cream cheese and salmon) didn't even realize they were gluten free, as they were not only super tasty but also had the right consistency. The whole place is gluten free, which is a paradise for celiacs! I'm going to be honest though: the cinnamon bun was very tasty but it was very clear from the consistency that is was gluten free, differently from the bagels.

The best gluten free bagel I’ve had! I had the everything bagel with scallion cream cheese and it was a perfect match of crispy and chewy. We also had the mac and cheese slice and it was delicious. Surprisingly my stomach didn’t even hurt after eating eat. ❤️

The gluten-free menu is really astonishing, the bagels are BY FAR the best in the country, the vegan carrot "lox" is indescribably DELICIOUS, everything here is overpriced, BUT WORTH IT. HOWEVER... and this is a very big caveat... if you can order takeout or delivery, it is STRONGLY recommended over trying to order and eat there. It is often VERY CROWDED with very few, very small tables and everyone waiting in the line is constantly gauging and stalking the tables for a seat. This is Modern's second location in Chelsea and they vastly underrated just how popular it would be! So don't go expecting a comfortable dining experience. This is not the place for that. It's busy, it's rushed, it's a little frenetic and the bakery items often SELL OUT BY NOON. All that said... the bathroom was clean, the staff was friendly, and above all else, their FOOD IS AMAZING.

I very much appreciate a bagel shop and bakery that's dedicated gluten-free and with a good number of vegan options. They have one vegan bagel (the super seed one), and tofu cream cheese spread. There's a couple of vegan sandwich options and I went with the BEC (bacon, egg, and cheese) on the super seed bagel. Aside from the fact that it was nearly $15 when all was said and done, it was delicious, steaming hot, and very filling. So this isn't something that I would buy on a regular basis and only as an occasional splurge now and then, I appreciate having a solid meal option when I need one. I've also had the thin mint cookie that is one of their couple of vegan baked goods, and that was delicious. I think there's also a zucchini muffin that's vegan? Definitely want to try one of those next time I'm in the area.

The grilled cheese with bacon and onion jam sandwich is sensational. Grab a ton of napkins and don't try to eat this on the move. Honor yourself and the sandwich by sitting down and taking the time to enjoy it. For those who cannot eat gluten, this place is heaven. The staff are young and seemed to enjoy their job. The front tables by the door could have used a little more attention when we got. It got much busier at 9:30 am (on MLK, Jr. day). Grab a thin mint or carrot muffin to complement your matcha latte (unsweetened unless you request it). They made a hot vanilla milk steamer for my son and he was elated.

I was excited to try this gluten-free bakery after a recommendation, especially as someone open to exploring new food spots. Unfortunately, our visit was underwhelming. While the bagels were decent, the customer service left a lot to be desired. The person at the cash register came off as quite rude, and there was a confusing moment with the order pickup that wasn't handled well. When I tried to confirm if the bagels being handed to me were indeed mine, given the specifics of our order, the response from the staff was dismissive, which was disappointing. Good customer service is crucial, especially in food service, as it enhances the overall experience. I hope this feedback can be a constructive nudge towards improvement, as every customer deserves a pleasant interaction. For those looking for a gluten-free bagel option that is both delicious and more economical, I've found that purchasing gluten-free bagels from Trader Joe's can be a great alternative. They offer 4 bagels for just $6. Pair them with a $9 tub of scallion cream cheese, and you can have an enjoyable at-home bagel experience for a fraction of the cost.

A CELIAC'S DREAM!!! All the baked goods are gluten free (well the whole place is)!! We got a plain bagel with cream cheese and lox! The bagel was near perfect with its crusty outside and fluffy inside!! We also got an affogato donut and a chocolate sufganiyot! The affogato was a bit under flavored (in terms of coffee) but had a great creamy filling/texture! The chocolate sufganiyot was a perfect fluff donut with a sugary chocolately filling!! The staff were super nice and patient but the restaurant was a bit small so there were no tables available.

Modern Bread and Bagel was our first stop on a recent trip to New York. The service is friendly and helpful, and the food is delicious. We got a plain bagel with lox and cream cheese. Probably the best gluten free bagel I've ever had. It tasted like an actual bagel. We also got a chocolate sufganiyot and an affogato donut. But we're absolutely delicious. Unfortunately, the tables were all taken, so we found another place to eat. Definitely a place to go if you're celiac or eat gluten free!

Hands down best gluten free bagels around. If you're gluten free like me, you know how bagels have the ability to taste like cardboard and have gross hard chewy textures. Not these!! These are the fluffiest softest most delicious gluten free bagels I have ever had. Honestly you would never know they were gluten free. I really like the one with avocado and lox. Don't sleep on their baked goods either. I had the most delicious pumpkin loaf from here. I wasn't such a fan of the pop tart I tried but I've loved all the muffins as well. They also have a good turmeric latte. It's a little pricey, but sometimes you have to just treat yourself!

The food and coffee were amazing portions and quality which justify the price! A note: they do not have drip coffee only espresso bar options and teas. All of their food is gluten free which is super awesome, they also have plenty of vegan options. The line can get a little long and there isn't much seating available so I would plan to either take out or stake out a table. However it's very cozy inside! And super close to Chelsea market.

if you're gluten free, you're in luck!! i love this place!! i love a good NY bagel but and these bagels actually compare very well to a "classic NY bagel" - i for the veggie bacon, egg and cheese on an everything. personally the everything bagel was a bit too salty for me and over toasted as it came a bit burnt on the edges but the bagel itself was fluffy and delicious I definitely want to come back and try more of their menu, the table next to us highly recommend the French toast sticks so i plan to be back and try more of their menu items. they have more than just bagels if you're not in the mood for bagels which is also great! the service was quick and the lady who took my order was very nice! there is some seating inside

Are you looking for fresh gluten free bagels in NY? This is your spot for great bagels, with options on leveling up and getting a delicious tasting breakfast sandwich. They have a nice assortment of desserts as well, but the bagels are the allure to draw you in. There are a couple of locations in New York so be sure to map it out which one is most convenient for you. You will also be happy to know this establishment is completely Gluten Free, so you do not have to worry about cross contamination. As always people SYOY!!!

Bakery heaven! Especially if you're gluten-free. Also if you're vegetarian. I had a breakfast bagel sando with vegan bacon that was excellent. So good I went back the next day and go another bagel and a container of smoked whitefish spread. Pure bliss!

Truly the best GF bagel I've ever had! Line can be long here and it's also hard to get a table but so worth the wait and already dreaming of when I can return!

Couldn't tell you it was gluten free from the taste!! Good crunch, fresh toppings, kind service - will become one of my go to spots irregardless of the lack of gluten

5 star food- the best gluten and vegan free bagels, sandwiches, and baked goods. I repeatedly go out of the way for this place whenever I'm craving a bagel. Avo & Smoke on an everything is manifique My husband misses the smoked trout bagel sandwich. 4 star atmosphere- always packed and the shop size and layout is not conducive to the volume of people they get. But the location is great. 4 star customer service- have met some friendly people here who are kind despite the volume of customers they deal with all bombarding the place at once.

Not as sad of a scene as you'd expect from a fully gluten-free and vegetarian joint. It is admittedly pretty good for what it is. Dirty chai was not great

Good luck getting a bagel at this bagel store If your hours say you're open until 5pm you should have bagels until 5pm. I went out of my way to get bagels for an upcoming trip and when I got there the woman shrugged and said they didn't have any bagels left. She went on to say that it gets busy this time of year and that this has happened a lot lately. Then MAKE MORE BAGELS. I wasn't the only person who got there well before 5 but after they ran out of bagels and she said there were people before me. She suggested I try the other locations to see if they had any bagels left but I did not have the time or money to travel to the other locations.

Chewy, tasty, didn't fall apart. Got the sesame bagel with plain cream cheese and it was everything I missed in a bagel. Delicious

There has to be a reason why they are packed. If you come early in the morning you'll snag a table. Everything is gluten free & awesomely delicious. It's a favorite, and trust their is an ambiance of warmth.

Bagels smear lattes oh my! Lots of Gluten Free goodies try it you won't be sorry! Worth the walk wind and breeze....

Best gf bagel, and that's coming from someone who's not gf at all, but my daughter is. Also got a gf Cinnabon which in my opinion is the best I've had! I'm not crazy about the regular Cinnabon because it's too sweet and way too filling. This one was the Goldilocks one. Young lady at the register helped us narrow down the choices which was very much appreciated. The seating area is just that, nothing special, but at least you can enjoy your very messy bagel so you don't end up wearing it.... All in all a very nice treat, but it doesn't come cheap which is the only downside. Then again, it seems that gf is being treated as a money making opportunity at the expense of those who have no choice. Not this bakery's fault, because I'm sure the ingredients also get up charged.

Wonderful, gluten-free bagels and pastries. We tried the gluten-free cinnamon bun with cream cheese frosting. It was excellent. Also the gluten-free bagels were very very good.

Give them an award,yall. These are the best gluten free bagels in America. This is my second time having them,but this time I got there EARLY in the day and so they were FRESH. I ordered a few plain and raisin to freeze for later. I also ordered their open faced bagel sandwich - farmers garden I believe. DELICIOUS!!!!!!!!!!! And to top it all off I got a strawberry donut... PEOPLE!!!!! That DONUT!! Omg. Before the gluten allergy hit me like a truck,I was the definition of a foodie and I could point you to the best donuts in the city. But after over 7 years,I have finally had not only one of the BEST donuts ever in my brown life,but it's gluten free too. Glory!!!!! Omg! I say that all to say: it's really good. You should try it. Also CAN YOU ALL PLEASE COME TO MARYLAND! Please come closer! I need you. Thanks.

I've stopped in here several times now and enjoyed almost everything! I've tried a variety of sweets and their bagels. My conclusion is that the bagels are killer (and much better pricing than getting a GF bagel at a regular bagel spot) but the sweet pastries are a little hit or miss for my taste. I got a donut that was really just a very very dense cake. I was expecting a lot since I've had some really phenom GF donuts before. Most of their sweets are very sweet and dense so not the worst thing in the world but I don't really ever crave their pastries. My mom, however, really loved their coffee cake loaf. So it might be more about the types of sweets you enjoy! Overall, it's absolutely worth checking out. I recommend going for a bagel and then trying one sweet that strikes your fancy. The service is friendly and super quick! The shop is very cute but often pretty packed. So you might need to hang around for a minute if you're looking for a seat.

Finally tried Modern and it did not disappoint. Went at 8:15am on a Sunday to avoid a line. I wasn't in the mood for a bagel, so I opted for the breakfast burrito and a slice of the cinnamon bread/roll. The breakfast burrito was super flavorful and enhanced with the side of salsa...it's hard to find a good breakfast burrito in NYC, but the flavor profile in this one really worked well. The cinnamon bread is sweet and delicious...maybe a tad sweeter than I would prefer, but I'm not complaining. All in all, great stuff. Will be back!

These are the best gluten-free bagels in the world. It is shocking how good they are. Having had Russ and Daughters, Nagles, Utopia etc, these are close to those and beat your standard average gluten bagel. I got the garden bagel and it was delicious. The people at the counter are very friendly and helpful. It is also fun to see Gluten-free people of various stripes come in and get blown away.

I tried the BEC. The bacon sucks... its too salty. I also had the pastrami crusted salmon with cream cheese. It was a bit bland. The actual bagels were good, though! It might be better with the jalepeno cheddar cream cheese (I got chive cream cheese and everything bagels). I got and loved the cinnamon bun, the raspberry pastry, the chocolate donut, and a round brown pasty that wasn't labeled. That one was good bc it wasn't too sweet. The donut had kind of a weird taste but was good at the same time. The chocolate frosting on it was really good. The amount of gluten free options is liberating.

Came here with my friend while she was in town because she eats gluten free and said this place is well known. There was a decently long line on a Saturday at 11am but it went fast. She ordered a bunch of gluten free bagels and other items, while I separately ordered a chai tea. There isn't seating in the shop for parties larger than 2-3, so we walked to Union Square Park nearby to eat. Mixed feelings about the experience because while the bagel and cream cheese I tasted was very good and I would not have guessed that it was GF, my chai tea got forgotten or missed by the people making drinks, so I spent an extra 15 minutes in the tightly packed pickup area by the door. One of my friends bread items also got missed and she had to ask for it, but she ordered a lot of items so that made more sense. The chai tea itself tasted fine, though at the bottom of the tea there was a piece of plastic that looked like it came from the seal of a bottle. I would bring friends here for GF options, but probably wouldn't go back of my own accord.

Great food, great service, great staff! Dee and the crew will start your day off with a smile! She's the best

A Gluten Free FAVE you can eat here secure & confident knowing that it's 100% safe. What an amazing time & the team were great Thank you to the owners for creating my safe place :)

Extremely rude staff did not want to answer any questions at all. Cashier was on her private phone when we came up to the register and didn't even want to acknowledge us. Won't be coming back here! So many better places to go in the city.

This location is leaps and bounds better than the UWS one!!! Fantastic service, less crowded and great seating options. The wait area is also much more pleasant. This is totally my go-to spot for last minute Gluten Free pastries and bagels from now on.

The absolute BEST gf donut. No contest. I've been searching for a gf donut that was raised and not cake for YEARS. This place nailed it. I bought one donut and then immediately went back to the counter and told them to give me literally all of them on the shelf. I ate 13 glazed gf donut on a 3 day work trip. This will be my first stop when I'm back in the city in April.

Ice latte was great but the cinnamon roll was the best I've ever had. I feel dumb that i just found this spot. Need to come back to try more of the baked goods and the bagel situation also looked divine!!

This place was such a treat for two celiac NY visitors. We are constantly on the hunt for good gluten free bread alternatives, especially bagels. We ended up coming here twice in our five day visit and also got bagels to bring home. All the sandwiches we got were amazing. Coffee is also great! We ordered BEC on everything and Lox bagel on everything bagel. Not pictured but we also got the Farmers Garden one day and added Lox - so good! Would definitely come here if you are gluten free and want to be apart of the NY bagel buzz!

Loveee this spot. I'm so glad I was able to enjoy a bagel in the city and not have to skip the smear. The everything bagel was delicious especially when loaded up with all the toppings. The tofu cream cheese was light and the vegan carrot lox had a nice smoky flavor with soft texture.

First time at this gluten free establishment. Have got to say I was very excited to try their menu items, particularly because its hard finding good tasting GF food. As other reviews note, this establishment tends to get busy. So much so, that several customers were fighting over tables being hostile. Though this is not the shop's fault, the attitude the cashier had when taking our orders further made us feel on edge. As for the food, the bagels were pretty good but not amazing. I can see how many people would turn to modern bagels for a GF alternative. On the other hand, the chocolate cupcake was actually very good! I'd go back to try other items but not because I had a great experience- mostly out of convenience.

Amazing gluten free bagels, bread and pastries. So many dairy free options and even some vegan as well! Definitely worth repeat visits.

Very disappointed to be writing a bad review for this place, I've gone to their UES location many times and this one a few times and it's usually great. I have celiac and it's my favorite GF spot in the city. Today I ordered at 11:30 it wasn't very busy when I arrived and I ordered quickly and got my other items within 10 minutes like normal but didn't get my breakfast sandwich until 12:20. They did get a rush shortly after I ordered but it still took way longer than it should have, there were other people who also took a long time to get their food but there were also some people who got it much faster. I'm not sure if they were just not firing things in the right order or what but would've liked to have known that they were running so behind so I could have ordered differently

You can never go wrong with MBB. I have been to both NYC locations and have always had fast and friendly service. Everything is GF, so I can just pick and choose. Take out some Bagels. It is a must Hint- bring ziplocs and seal right away. When you get home place in freezer and they will taste fresh when you reheat later. Today I tried the lemon ricotta shortstack. Only 2 pancakes, but combined with the Jam and the coconut cream, this was a tasty and filling breakfast. Also got the always delicious cinnamon bun (for later) as well as the monthly special - the pop tart. Will have to get back on the review for that. Music is ok, sometimes innapropriate lyrics, so be aware if you stop in with little ones.

The service was very nice and the ingredients felt very organic , gluten free and the food did not fell heavy on my stomach . Very clean and the service was very fast. The food justifies the price .

Lively cafe that is completely gluten free! Friendly staff and busy with takeout and dine-in, moderate noise level. Fantastic range of tasty breakfast sandwiches available on a variety of bagels, and plenty of dessert options as well, would absolutely recommend!! Surprisingly light donut, so used to heavy/dense gf baked goods, this was a lovely surprise.

A celiac's DREAM!!! I have been here a few times and cannot wait to go back. I have tried the bagels, donuts, & cinnamon rolls. All are amazing!!! Modern Bread and Bagel is a must-visit for anyone gluten free!!

First bagel shop I stopped at in NYC and worth the walk down from 96th! The interior is adorable, dog friendly while ordering and the staff seem to be in a good mood every time. The bagels are toasted well and smothered in cream cheese. They have sandwich options too!

Don't get me wrong, these are the best gf bagels I've ever had. But, I got a bagel with cream cheese with the most pitiful amount of cream cheese in NY. I also got 4 bagels to go, and they are left exposed in a wide open bag. I asked if I could get something else to wrap them in, and they said it's 50 cents PER bagel to have them plastic wrapped. Really?! I have to take them exposed back on the subway. I feel like the food is good but gluten free places have got to do better and not just rely on knowing we have no other options :(

Delicious GF bagel spot with tons of dairy free options! A must try for anyone with celiacs!!

Not very good. And surprisingly expensive too. I am not sure why it is often crowded on weekends. That is why I tried it, but there are so many other better places nearby.

Finally a gluten free bagel shop and bakery that tastes delicious! Best GF bagels I've ever had. Prompt service and clean bright atmosphere rounded out the visit. The location on 14th street is easy to get to from the subway stop and I recommend going early to beat the rush. We were staying in the Times Square area for the weekend and the morning trip was very simple. In addition to the GF bagels, we sampled two of their breakfast sandwiches (GF) and their tasty coffee. The breakfast grilled cheese was very good and the homemade onion jam topped it off. The B.E.C on a bagel was very good. Even the homemade vegan bacon was surprisingly good to me as a traditional bacon lover. I was very impressed and would have liked to try some of their GF bakery sweets, which looked amazing, but that will have to wait until the next visit to NYC.

i'm not always gluten free, but when i am.. i prefer Modern Bread and Bagel. i was between 4 and 5 stars but for the taste they have accomplished for a gluten free bagel alone, i will give them 5. like others have noted before me, you really cannot tell it's gluten free. usually ordering a gluten free bagel in new york means a mouthful of warm sawdust and regret, not here. i would compare the taste of these bagels and size to black seed bagels. i ordered their loaded salmon on everything and although they accidentally gave me plain instead of chive cream cheese, it was great. generous everything bagel seasoning and great quality salmon. would highly recommend it.

You would not know this place only serves gluten free! It tastes like a regular bagel. I have celiac and am so relieved places like this exist in the city. As soon as I finished my bagel I wanted another. The place was pretty packed on a Sunday so you might not find a place to sit.

Pros Friendly staff Cute, charming& green seating area Variety of pastries Full food menu Friendly staff Vegetarian and vegan options Clean Mr. Grumpy coffee Serves breakfast Pancakes mixes Cons Zero