If you can’t go a day without chomping on a bagel, then this one’s for you! Whether you’re team cream cheese, brisket-loaded, or enjoy a simple toasted classic, Dubai has subtly become a bagel hotspot where you can grab a bagel for breakfast, brunch, or a mid-day carb fix. From NYC-inspired stacks to quick café bites, these are the best places to celebrate National Bagel Day on 15 January in Dubai.
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1. Bagel Yard
If bagels had a heritage passport, Bagel Yard would be stamped ‘Montreal-approved.’ These bagels are hand-rolled, wood-fired and served up all warm, sweet and chewy. From a range of bagels, try their classic sesame, poppy seed, and everything bagels, topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, or keep it deliciously simple.
- Opening Hours: Daily | 9 AM – 6 PM
- Price: From AED 6
- Locations: Al Wasl Road & Al Thanya Street Intersection
- For more information, visit their website
2. Ronnie’s Café
Ronnie’s at DIFC lets you build your own bagels or indulge in bold signature combos. Go savoury with schmears and fillings, or balance things out with one of their fluffy doughnuts. Bonus points for their bottled drinks that complete the bagel experience.
- Opening Hours: Daily | 8 AM – 10 PM, Weekends from 10 AM
- Price: Approx. AED 28 per bagel
- Locations: Gate Avenue, DIFC
- For more information, visit their website
3. Bagels & More
True to its name, this spot puts bagels front and centre. Dive into their loaded sandwiches, omelette-style fillings, chilli chicken bagels and breakfast-all-day vibes. It’s casual, filling and popular with Sustainable City regulars.
- Opening Hours: Daily | 7 AM – 10 PM
- Price: Approx. AED 125 for two
- Locations: The Sustainable City
- For more information, visit their Instagram page
4. Eggspectation
A breakfast heavyweight that knows how to treat a bagel right. Their menu features bagel-based breakfast sandwiches stacked with fried eggs, Canadian Angus beef bacon, Swiss cheese and onions. Ideal for those who want a hearty, indulgent bagel.
- Opening Hours: Varies by branch
- Price: Approx. AED 200 for two
- Locations: The Beach JBR, Dubai Creek Harbour, City Walk
- For more information, visit their website
5. Tim Hortons
Reliable, affordable and located almost everywhere! Tim Hortons is your quick bagel fix. Grab a classic bagel with cream cheese or upgrade to a breakfast bagel sandwich if you’re extra hungry.
- Opening Hours: Varies by location
- Price: From AED 10
- Locations: Dubai Mall, Dubai Hills Mall, JLT, JBR & more
- For more information, visit their website
6. Circle Café
NYC roots and generous portions make Circle Café a longtime bagel favourite. Their menu includes smoked salmon & cream cheese, grilled halloumi, avocado and hearty egg-filled options. If you want to celebrate National Bagel Day with true NYC-style bagels, this spot is perfect for a sit-down breakfast or brunch.
- Opening Hours: Mon – Fri from 8 AM – 10 PM, Sat – Sun from 7 AM – 10 PM
- Price: From AED 20
- Locations: Dubai Studio City & multiple branches
- For more information, visit their website
7. Breaking Bread
This one’s all about bold flavours. For the die-hard bagel fans, you cannot skip out on The Brick, a whole-wheat bagel stacked with smoked beef brisket, pickles and roasted sweet potatoes. It’s messy, filling and absolutely worth it.
- Opening Hours: Daily | 7 AM – 12 AM
- Price: Approx. AED 145 for two
- Locations: Mag 218 Tower, Dubai Marina
- For more information, visit their website
8. Caribou Coffee
A café classic that quietly delivers when it comes to bagels. Their multi-grain egg white bagel is a regular favourite, especially when paired with a Coffee Cooler or Turtle Mocha. Easy, familiar and always nearby when you need a bagel fix!
- Opening Hours: Varies by location
- Price: Approx. AED 15 – 25
- Locations: Dubai Mall, Souk Al Bahar, JBR & across Dubai
- For more information, visit their Instagram page
