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Chicago Bagel Authority
Bagel Shop and Sandwich Spot$$$$
North Side, Chicago
"Best bagel sandwiches, if you like bacon get the 5-o!"(8 Tips)
"The dirty swede tastes a lot better than the name imples"(3 Tips)
"Next time in Chicago, I'll come back to eat Bread Intruder again."(3 Tips)
"The pizza bagel on an everything bagel is awesome!"(2 Tips)
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Mmmmmmm steamed bagel sandwiches. Get the Dinosaurus Rex for breakfast and the Honey Badger for lunch. Call ahead on weekends and take it to go because it's packed city.Upvoted Jan 27- B PSeptember 21, 2015Great! As tourists in town entered randomly. Very tasty, fun people preparing and serving. Next time in Chicago, I'll come back to eat Bread Intruder again.
Lots of great options here. The Super Deluxe is God's breakfast sandwich. Pro tip: add jalapeño. The heat complements the saltiness of the bacon & ham just right.
Daniel Hauff-LazarMarch 3, 2017Vegan Options! Definitely ask because they've got a lot more vegan options than I realized at first.
Lori KilkellyJanuary 20, 2012Not sure if the guys of CBA have an agreement with Ned of Miami of Ohio's Bagel & Deli but it's essentially the same place. Thank God b/c now I can get a Cool Jules add avocado without a trek to MU :)
Kellen TerrettJanuary 6, 2013Worth waiting in the crowd. Don't be afraid to push through people. Always trust the people making sandwiches. They're the smartest people in the room.- The pizza bagel on an everything bagel is awesome! These cookies ain't bad either.
Stephen ManganJanuary 23, 2016Literally everything. Try something different every time and never go wrong. Today it's the Huevos Rancheros.
Kevin DulinAugust 26, 2011Awesome staff and huge list of bagels sandwiches all of which are amazing! Its definitely a must!! The Wrigley Fielder on a Bialey is my favourite!
Jake SmithApril 30, 2013If you're planning on getting a sandwich containing cold cuts (turkey, roast beef, ham, etc.), I suggest trying it on a salt bagel.
Anamaria HernandezApril 24, 2015The Dirty Swede: turkey, cream cheese, bacon, colby, smoked cheddar, lettuce, tomato, sprouts & mayo on an onion bagel. NOM NOM NOM
Don't take the bagel to go very far, otherwise it gets all soggy. It's a really tasty steamed bagel if you don't leave it in the tin foil.
Leah NicoleOctober 27, 2014Can't go wrong with anything on the menu! Nothing like a crunch and munch though! Reminds me of Miami days!
Nina NiremaSeptember 27, 2012Best bagel shop in the city. Craving something savory? Chia Bagel. Something sweet? Banana Surprise. And the owners are incredible!
The Ghost Dust is by far the best spice/sauce they have. Also the Dreadlock bagel with habeñero mayo is fantastic!
Eric RivasNovember 5, 2012Try the Huevos rancheros - More ham than egg, which is what I was looking for. #ham #jalapeño
Carly SFebruary 22, 2016Takes a ... hot... minute but the steamed bagel sandwiches are worth the wait!
Oh man. Bread Intruder. Corned beef, bacon AND egg? Sign me up! The habanero mayo will make you sweat. Hide yo wives indeed.
andrew jordanFebruary 4, 2010Eat everything on the menu at least once (and chart your progress) and you get to create your own sandwich that they'll add to the menu.
Alice LermanJune 16, 2011Marsha's Garden salad- no croutons or cheese- add avocado. A perfect healthy lunch! Yum!
Hands down the best hangover cure I've ever had. Great sandwiches
Order your bagel, then pay while you are waiting for them to make the sandwich. Speeds things up!
Megan GatesJanuary 18, 2011The steamed bagels are the best in the Chi! If you havent had one, you gotta try it!
Brandon SullivanFebruary 18, 2013This sticker pretty much sums up this place. Also, walk to the back and wait for them to say "anyone else ready?" I had no idea ordering was such organized chaos
Welcome to CollegeFebruary 18, 2011Ever had a steamed bagel!?! Hit up a few Windy City colleges, but you can't leave without the most unique bagel experience.
Bring your own toaster. Great bagels served gentile style.
Stephen SpiewakJune 18, 2010If you're from NY, you'll be shocked when your breakfast sandwich uses a pre-made egg patty. The sandwiches take very long to cook (steam). I only go out of necessity.
Examiner.comMay 31, 2011
Jen AprahamianFebruary 5, 2011The Tonya Harding Club is fantastic! Steamed bagel sandwiches > regular sandwiches.
- If you typically hate Bagels, then this is your place. The only bagel I'll eat is a steamed CBA Bagel sandwich.
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Chicago Bagel Authority
953 W Armitage Ave (at N Sheffield Ave)
Chicago, IL 60614
United States
Chicago, IL 60614
United States
Chicago Bagel Authority is Chicago's home for steamed bagel sandwiches! We offer Breakfast, Brunch, Fast Food, Sandwiches, and Vegan & Vegetarian options. Come in today to experience the best little sandwich shop in America!
Closed until 7:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 7:00 AM–9:30 PM
- Sun
- 8:00 AM–9:30 PM
(773) 248-9606
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