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Grand Central Bagel
245 Centerville Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603, United States
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Au
Review №1

So many delicious options! The sandwiches are so good, so huge. Great selection of coffees, lots of tempting desserts! Employees are so friendly, helpful, courteous. And theres an upstairs dining area, which is pleasant, relaxing. Im still smiling from the good food, good atmosphere.

Ma
Review №2

Best place in Lancaster for breakfast/lunch! Hands down the best bagels, and super quick service

Ch
Review №3

Very efficient team effort! The food is always fresh and Delicious. They have the Best bagels in town amongst other Yummy foods they offer.

Pa
Review №4

A great place to get bagels, coffee, tea and other amazing food. I highly recommend coming here. Be aware that you may have to wait as its a popular place. I wish this place was near me.

Gr
Review №5

Like some of the reviews have mentioned the biggest downside to this place is customer service, which I feel comes from the management. Not only are they downright unfriendly at times, but they continually drop the ball in areas of execution such as timeliness, attention to detail, and customer retention. Also, they will nickel and dime you for everything possible. They have a $5 minimum for credit cards; the other day my order was $4.98 and they refused to allow my credit card. One day, hopefully soon, another bagel cafe will open in the area and it will blow them out of the water. I love good food, and GCB is good, but its not good enough to retain my business if I have ANY alternative options.

Ra
Review №6

It’s so hard not to give them five stars when the food and drinks are great. Yeah the lines are long, but they move fairly quickly. Staff is generally friendly, too. They just seemingly never like to toast my bagel sandwich (after when asked). Once or twice during a midday rush, understandable. The fourth or fifth time, it almost seems comedic

Je
Review №7

Absolutely the best bagel I have had in PA. Do I know a good bagel, spent enough time working in NYC to have tried many. But sadly they suffer from slow service, cream cheese on a bagel shouldnt take 10 min when your the 5th person to walk in the store. If you dont mind the wait you wont be disappointed. If I go back it will be for a pick up and make my own.

Le
Review №8

Bagels are terrific. Lady at the register is quite rude. I would never allow someone that obnoxious to interact with customers.

Ed
Review №9

Great food. I had the Chrysler but on an asigo bun. Yum

Je
Review №10

I really like the atmosphere.. The place smelled so good so I had to get a bagel, and I wasnt disappointed. The cashier didnt even try to be nice 🙄 but its ok, everything else was very good, I just give a dollar tip.

Ke
Review №11

There is always a long line but it moves fairly quickly. The bagels are chewy, springy and doughy. A true baked and then boiled New York bagel. The best bagels around Lancaster by far. Delicious absolutely delicious.

DJ
Review №12

This place is amazing. Its packed for a reason. Dont be mad or go some place else. Stand in line and enjoy later. Trust me.

Ju
Review №13

I put in an internet order for a sandwich before I go to work I get there and its an empty bag with my name on it that just says see cashier out of pastrami. I dont have time to sit in a 20 minute long line to reorder food thats why I ordered online in the first place. I dont understand why someone couldnt have called me to tell me that the food was out so I can at least have an alternative to eat breakfast before I go to work. When I called to cancel the order I was put on hold for 5 minutes and heard an oops in the back ground realizing they forgot I was on hold. I told the woman on the phone to cancel my order because I dont have time to pick it up now. I explained to her how frustrated I was that no one called me between the 40 minutes I ordered it and me picking it up. She seemed to write it off about she has a hard time finding pastrami for sandwiches, thats not the problem, the problem was the lack of customer service, I would have gladly have found an alternative food item to order had I been given decent notice. Now Im stuck at work for the next 4 hours before I get coverage so I can go get something to eat. Cool.

Sa
Review №14

Love grand central bagel! Food is great! It does get very busy in there but, the service is still great

Ma
Review №15

Easily the best Bagel breakfast sandwich Ive ever had. Big fan of the red pepper or jalapeno. Well put together, never greasy, and the fresh bagels are perfect. Worth the wait, if theres a line.

Sh
Review №16

Yay, bagels! Dont be discouraged by the long lines. It moves quick and is worth it. This crew knows how to put out great food and they hussle.

SU
Review №17

Best bagels I’ve ever had! I was working in the area one day and stopped here. Damnit, I wish I lived closer ☹️

Sa
Review №18

How do I expound so affectionately of a place whose food I absolutely love? I mean, where do I begin and end? Shall I wax eloquently on their ecstasy-inducing chocolate cream cheese brownies? Or shall I blubber interminably about their taste bud-altering, mind blowing Long Island Lox sandwich? Dont even get me started on their Focaccia Grill sandwiches with the mouth-mesmerizing lava flow of gooey cheese. Or the delectably cold and effervescently refreshing Yogurt Parfait? And their coffees! Oh my! Each time I visit with exultant anticipation like a little child on Christmas morning. And each time I am never disappointed and ultimately content because each time I visit is an experience.

St
Review №19

Great coffee shop. Love the cinnamon bagels. Staff is always friendly and nice.

Ra
Review №20

This place is worth checking out if you are in the area and in need of a breakfast sandwich. The food was great and the staff was friendly.

Br
Review №21

I always love this place. Their frozen coffees are delicious, especially on hot summer days

Ka
Review №22

Busy place plan on waiting awhile, but servers are attentive and all working quickly to serve you. the bagels 🥯 are worth the wait ! mmmmm

Jo
Review №23

Was very impressed staff work good together, they move the line on a Sunday morning very well, the crumble cake was fantastic, the bagel sandwich was very good I had, Top shelf Boers Head meat.

To
Review №24

Generally, I love the food at this place. I have taken friends and family there –all have liked their food choices.I do have one criticism, many times around the noon hour give or take 45 minutes I will attempt to call in an order. Immediately after cashier/ waitress answers they put the phone down and wait on customers already in the store. That’s a good thing unless you’re the one on the phone. On average I have waited 15 minutes or more before they realize that someone is on the line. If I hang up and call back the line busy. That kind of suggests the phone wasn’t hung up. My journey to the store takes about fifteen minutes. After arriving in the parking lot there is no point to placing a phone order. Could you work to resolve this annoying problem regarding phone orders. Thank you.

Ja
Review №25

Truly a great bagel and assorted choices for breakfast and lunch.

Ve
Review №26

The food was soooo good! I got a bacon, egg, and cheese. I like mine cheesy so if youre the same you might want to ask for extra cheese. The Buffalo sauce wasnt spicy. It was sweet, but still good ! They were very busy, but still fast, professional, and very nice! You guys are doing great!

Ca
Review №27

Live in the area and was told about this place by our neighbor. Unbelievable find....very good bagels!

St
Review №28

This is one of our regular stops for weekend brunch to go. The breakfast sandwiches are consistently well made and flavorful. They also have a broad selection of items including breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

my
Review №29

The classic is a classic. i recommend it on an egg bagel, that’s what i get, but they have a decent selection of savory / cheesy bagels. their coffees, iced drinks, and smoothies are also good. it’s all good. pretty good. yeah

Ch
Review №30

Really good bagels.reminds me of NY style. Very busy place. Even has Taylor Ham on the menu. You can eat outside if you can get a table.

Lo
Review №31

They were very busy the staff were awesome they handled it well

Ma
Review №32

Busy. Even at mid-morning. Bagels are the best!

Da
Review №33

1st timer here and loved their sandwich selection! Great place for lunch

Dy
Review №34

This place is pretty awesome, very delicious food. Staff is quick and polite. The only qualm, is they are very busy and run out of bagels quickly, so make sure you come early! Although this always convenient, I think its just a testament that they get fresh bagels daily.

Fe
Review №35

The bagels are not worth to be yeal at. I am not sure if the lady who take my order is the honer but as another lady said, I dont know why she treated you like that, she didnt have any problem hear others. Perhaps she had a bad morning. So sad!

Re
Review №36

Walked out with a Long Island Lox and an iced coffee sometime during the mid morning rush. Absolutely blown away with how life changing my experience was. What a bagel. This is the place to get bagels in Lancaster.

jo
Review №37

Forget about calling as they instantly put you on hold and take care of customers in store. They treat phone call ins less than in person customers. Little do they know the phone people could have waited 10-15 minutes (longer than those in restaurant) to get served. The management is lacking. Is it too hard to hire a teenager $10 an hour to just take orders and that is their job instead of shuffling back and forth. The manager is rude and very quick. She mentioned some app you can place an order ahead of time and be able to prepay, but I have several times in the past prepaid over the phone. When she said you could never prepay and that its always been that way is a straight up lie as I have done it several times and not long ago have I done that. The way she comes off is not very professional and I cancelled the order I previously purchased on the call before and mentioned that I will not ever go back. Business is doing well there but hey my $+/-15 a month or 200-300 a year is lost based on essentially calling me a liar. If she could have done it over she might have said Im sorry sir we are really busy and we have done away with prepaying.

An
Review №38

Excellent bagels, coffee, and sandwiches. Fast & friendly service!

He
Review №39

The best rice crispy treats ever!

Bu
Review №40

I know a real bagel made from scratch, from a frozen hockey puck you proof boil and bake. And honey these arent the real deal. Im willing to put my money on it. The worker bees are excellent, but the management is a little off putting the way they treat their workers.

mj
Review №41

Always great service and even better food.

Ji
Review №42

Great service, friendly smiles, please have Emma give a few barista classes before going off to school!!!🙏🏻🙏🏻

Jo
Review №43

Great food, great service, great price

Mi
Review №44

Always a great meal !

ra
Review №45

Be advised they have a $5.00 min order. I stopped in and the order was under $5.00 and I said make it 5.00 and the lady said no I must to buy something more. I did not want more. What the person did not know was this was rapidly becoming my new lunch spot. The cashier action caused me to cancel my order and leave. Not sure this will be a lunch spot moving forward. Bummer the lunch food is good. Should consider customer service training. Just a thought! It was not about the 5 spot. I went down the road and paid more for breakfast.

Ji
Review №46

Be prepared to wait at least 30 minutes for a sandwich on any given day. Of the 2/5 times Ive been here they never called my name for my food; just forgot to hand it out. Food was cold. Waited 40 minutes.Their food is good, theyre not very good at timing.

ch
Review №47

Great spot. Food was great. Fast pleasant service!

Ja
Review №48

I would previously rate it 4-5 stars, but since ownership change, there have been changes to the bagels taste and consistency. I used to love the bagels. if you changed your recipe please change it back. I have tried several times just to see if it was just that day.

Aa
Review №49

Waited 20 minutes for this.

Wa
Review №50

The young women at the counter was not exactly a focused cashier. The service was fast in the order and the ice mocha was straight up delicious and freshly made. Advice would be to place your order ahead a pick it up. If they could expanded next door shhhh the room they would have. The staff does great work on getting the orders out the door in a timely manner. Every item is wonderful.Call, pick-up and enjoy!!!!

Ma
Review №51

Let me start by saying. Best bagels sandwiches around. We have been eating here for 20+ years. The biggest issue lately with this place is no one answers the phone for mobile call in orders and the “web/mobile order” appears to have been taken offline. The convenience of the mobile/web ordering can’t be beat, and we will not be back until it’s online. Shame that convenience to customers is not valued higher...

Mi
Review №52

I’ve been coming here for almost 3 years now and decided to finally review it. Today I thought my bagels were even better than they have been in the past and I did just read in the reviews that there was recently an ownership change. So as much as some people are saying they like the old ones better I think the bagels they are making now are the best they’ve ever been. I’m a transplant from Long Island and this place would hold its own to any Long Island or New York City bagel shop. Most places around here make them way too soft and maybe that’s what people are used to. To me that’s not a bagel. There has to be some chew which these have. People here also like to have them toasted which I don’t get as a New Yorker unless the bagels a day or two old. Give them a shot straight up untoasted with butter or cream cheese. If you know what a good bagel is you should love these.

Ge
Review №53

Grand Central Bagel has outstanding coffee, bagels, sandwiches unbelievably delicious.The employees are the best in customer service.

To
Review №54

Ordered a couple of breakfast sandwiches from the website-- we were impressed with all the options for customization. Everything was actually made as we had requested, and quite tasty. Quick and easy no-contact pickup, with some outdoor seating (subject to availability).

Co
Review №55

Best everything bagel youll ever have

Bl
Review №56

It would be easier to list things I dislike, and there is nothing. Staff, pricing, the Cafe itself, all terrific. Too bad I can only give 5 stars!

Je
Review №57

Always good call ahead cause they get busy sometimes

Ma
Review №58

I do enjoy a schmear on my Grand Central Bagel and they have the perfect one! Bagles to die for right here in Lancaster County! WOW!

Sc
Review №59

The go to place for bagels in Lancaster. Only 4 stars because they are super busy and it may take time to order in person and have your food/beverage prepared. Breakfast sandwiches are made to order and taste amazing.

Ge
Review №60

Always great service. Love everything especially the salads...theyre always fresh and delicious

Ma
Review №61

I am shooketh. WOW. No words. Only a standing ovation. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Jo
Review №62

Real bagels, best in Lancaster County.

Ro
Review №63

Great bagels

Jo
Review №64

My favorite breakfast bagel sandwich locally. Convenient location, call ahead!

Ca
Review №65

Cute little shop near Isaacs. I always pass it on the way to work. Finally tried it this morning and was not disappointed. The cashier was super friendly (i think she could tell I wasnt there before).

Ol
Review №66

Really poor organization system here. Our order got lost and we waited for 30+ minutes for two toasted bagels. The employees finally realized what happened after we spoke up (they would have never in a million years been observant enough to notice how long we were waiting) and then just tried to pass the bag off to us after it was sitting for 30 minutes on a mobile order shelf. I said “these aren’t hot anymore” and the manager literally snatched the bag out of my hand and snipply said “we’ll remake it then” as she threw our bag into the trash. Not a single apology from anyone. This is not the first time I’ve waited close to thirty minutes for bagels here. Will not be returning anymore.

La
Review №67

I am from New Jersey where there are Bagel shops and Delis everywhere. Grand Central puts them to shame. One of my favorite places to get food from.

Gr
Review №68

Really good turkey sandwich... Their rolls it comes on are excellent!! Also had a Tandy cake for dessert... Delicious! Highly recommended for lunch... Altho they get super busy... But the line moves quickly. Oh ya had a white chocolate mocha and this too was very good, especially with the Tandy cake!

De
Review №69

Great everything bagels. Get that when they first open so theyre still warm.

Th
Review №70

Good pastries, terrible iced coffees

Br
Review №71

Nice visit, even with it being crowed as it was still got my food fast. Staff is friendly. They switched the rewards program. I like the old way but its understanding going to an all online one.

B
Review №72

Best bagels this side of Philadelphia! Always fresh, always good. Great people, excellent service with fair prices.

Da
Review №73

Great breakfast bagels and service

St
Review №74

Hands down the best diner in Lancaster. The portion sizes are LARGE, the service is quick and the prices are more than fair for what you get. Order the Lyndon Breakfast Special and you will know what I’m talking about.Especially with the new COVID protocols, eating outside was actually really really nice!

Ry
Review №75

I use to love coming here when I worked next door. Now that I dont, I definitely need to find time to still stop in. I absolutely love this place! Deb is amazing and always wonderful to talk too! All the food and drinks are great! Always something else to try when you are there!

St
Review №76

Great bagels, great service and very good coffee. The lines can get pretty long but the y typically have extra staff that opens additional registers. Staff has always been courteous to me as well as efficient.

Jo
Review №77

Awesome place.Staff super courteousGreat bagels!

Ja
Review №78

My first time here. Was better than I expected. Not from the area but Ill definitely be going back. Staff was very friendly, service was quick.

Je
Review №79

Well run for a privately owned establishment.

Lu
Review №80

Good food..good service

Be
Review №81

When I’m in town, I always find myself ending up here. They’ve got great bagels and bagel sandwiches. It’s the perfect place to grab a good lunch or breakfast and they’ve got indoor and outdoor seating.I’d recommend it to anyone looking for some good breakfast food (as that’s all I’ve had so far.).

Fr
Review №82

Love Love Love these bagels. Best ever.

St
Review №83

My girlfriend and I were enjoying our meal until we found multiple long dark brown strands of hair in both of our breakfast sandwiches. Told the staff about the hair in our food and was told it was egg hair... we politely reiterated that it was human hair and received no apology or refund. Threw out the food and left.Accidents happen, but expected better of this business that seems to have a decent reputation.

Jo
Review №84

We love this place.

Pe
Review №85

Best bagels and cream cheese in the area by a good margin. Breakfast sandwiches are also some of the best around. It can be a wait sometimes because they get busy, but it is worth it.

Am
Review №86

My bagel and cream cheese was delish. Best bagels around by far. Some of the staff is unpleasant but I guess you have that everywhere.

Sh
Review №87

The best coffees and breakfast sandwiches!

La
Review №88

Always impressed by how polite the staff members are, even with each other when it’s super busy. Food is excellent every time, wide selection of breakfast and lunch options. Not a single bad thing I can think of

Ge
Review №89

Good grub

Ka
Review №90

Food was great I am originally from NY and these were the best bagels I have tasted in a long time. My egg & bagel was perfect Saturday morning meal. Excellent service too. It is popular so view website for times if you dont want to wait long.

Sh
Review №91

Food does always taste good however the accuracy is not great. Today wasnt the first time they got my order wrong and they said the order was over there so I accidentally took someone elses order along with mine. After I got home and noticed, I tried at least ten times and no answer. Apparently too busy to be concerned.

Er
Review №92

The smoothies are so great here and breakfast sandwiches are always a favorite! Fast service, even on a busy Saturday morning. Small place overall, but there is additional seating on a patio outside. Atmosphere is your typical coffee shop vibe. Great drinks & food for a quick breakfast or lunch date.

mi
Review №93

GCB is beyond a doubt my favorite bagel place in Lancaster county. Their bagels are delicious and fresh. I love the breakfast sandwiches, and the coffee is good. The shop is a cute, comfortable and slightly romantic place to eat with a friend or friends. The icing on the cake is the owner. What a nice, professional, caring, friendly woman. She is definitely the piece of the puzzle that makes it all come together.

Sl
Review №94

An employee refused to make my bagel again once I had seen her smash my bagel down and wrap it up I asked her nicely and she replied with “I’m not making that for you again “ her name was claire

Ja
Review №95

Located between Isaacs and Subway it would be easy to overlook this place. Dont make that mistake. Excellent food, great service, and a unique atmosphere. A new favorite place of ours.

MT
Review №96

For the only bagel place in Lancaster and close to my house I decided to try it. I agree with other reviews, the lady at the front counter answered a call while I was in the middle of ordering. I waited almost 25 mins for a smoothie and blt. I would say this, the food is good and I never had a problem with the staff but if they would to get rude with me I would make sure the whole place would know.

Em
Review №97

They have good food, but the wait time needs improved, expect to wait about 15-20 minutes for one to-go bagel.

Ka
Review №98

Absolutely, love their bagels and in the variety of coffee they have available. Quick service, quick turn around. Can not wait till they are open normal hours again!

Ka
Review №99

Not a lot of seating for how popular this establishment is. Parking is spacious and easy to navigate through. Given the high volume of customers I have never found myself getting impatient waiting for my order nor has it ever been inaccurate which is why I always keep coming back. There is more seating g upstairs which is not obvious to new customers.

Ti
Review №100

Holy smokes, this place is great.If you want a good breakfast, coffee, or place to kill a little time with friends, this place is definitely a good one to visit. It’s no wonder it gets so busy when you have very good quality products and service.Atmosphere is very good. Comfortable albeit generally full, being highly trafficked by everyone else who loves this place.Bagels. Oodles and oodles of DELICIOUS bagels. If you like Dunkin’ bagels, get the heck out of there and GO HERE. They have every flavor and more. The coffee is wonderful, the breakfasts very appealing to pretty much any food lover. I adore their French toast bagel...maple flavor is on point!You can’t make a mistake going here. Like ever. Fun to go on a date or meet up with old friends and new friends. Take a trip there. You won’t regret it!

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  • Address:245 Centerville Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603, United States
  • Site:http://grandcentralbagel.com/
  • Phone:+1 717-299-0700
Categories
  • Bagel shop
  • Cafe
  • Bakery
Working hours
  • Monday:6AM–3PM
  • Tuesday:6AM–3PM
  • Wednesday:6AM–4PM
  • Thursday:6AM–4PM
  • Friday:7AM–3PM
  • Saturday:7AM–3PM
  • Sunday:6AM–3PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • Usually a wait:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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