Crema's Take
“Sesame makes genuinely excellent bagels and breakfast sandwiches (several reviewers call them the best they've had), and when the service clicks, the staff—particularly managers like India and Kiana—create a warm, welcoming vibe that makes people want to return. The problem is consistency: you'll find complaints about eggs not being ready during breakfast rush, unclear ordering processes, and inconsistent service quality that suggests execution struggles despite good intentions and solid food. It's worth trying if you're in Hyde Park and willing to accept that some visits will be great and others frustrating, but the 3.8 rating reflects real operational hiccups, not just picky customers.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →We had such a great breakfast at Sesame in Tampa. India, the manager, was incredibly attentive and made sure everything about our visit was perfect. She checked in with us, made us feel genuinely welcome, and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. You…
Had to leave a review because this place seriously blew me away. Sesame Hyde Park made hands down the BEST bacon, egg, and cheese I have ever had in my life and I do not say that lightly. The bagel was perfect, everything tasted super fresh, and it was just one of those…
Horrible customer service. I just don’t get it. You’re a bagel place…right? So eggs are kinda a staple? So you should have eggs always ready to be made? I’d say that’s a fair expectation when spending $13-15 for 1 small sandwich. We like fried eggs, not the sloppy scrambled…
From the moment I walked in, this bagel shop felt warm and welcoming. The bagels were absolutely delicious, but what truly made the experience special was the service. Kiana and India went above and beyond—patiently answering every question I had and serving the most colorful,…
We decided to brave the Saturday morning rush at Sesame Bagel Shop in Hyde Park, and while it was bustling, it was definitely worth it! Arriving around 11 am, we were impressed by the speedy service. My Hyde Park sandwich on an everything bagel was packed with delicious…
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