Meshuggah Bagels

1208 W 39th St, Kansas City, MO

★★★★★4.7(848 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“This beloved 39th Street institution is a neighborhood anchor where the real star isn't just the bagels themselves, but the schmear—reviewers consistently note that adding cream cheese transforms the value proposition entirely and makes the trip worthwhile. The intimate, chill atmosphere and genuinely accommodating staff create a space that feels like a community gathering spot rather than just a quick grab, though the small size means you'll likely encounter a line, especially around midday. Fair warning: freshness timing matters here, so hitting them when the bagels are warm makes all the difference between a forgettable experience and the kind of place locals will drive back to from the suburbs.”

What to expect

Slow sitLight foodTraditional drinksPastriesQuick grabMeetingsFamily friendly

Google Reviews

Nathan Powers
★★★★★2 months ago

2.75 for a bagel and over twice that for a bagel with schmeer. Honestly went to sell the prices. It wasn't sure if it'll be worth it. But if you get a bagel with the schmear that is easily enough for a launch. It was a lot more filling than I thought it would be. And it was all delicious. The best deal is buy a dozen bagels for about $17 which comes down to about $1. 40 each. And you can mix and match however you want.

Theresa Howard
★★★★★2 months ago

I live in the suburbs, but whenever I am in my old 39th street neighborhood I stop to get bagels. Love the bagels so much...but more than that, the past several months when I have been in it has been Saturday mornings and Kenny has just been amazing. You know when you can tell that someone is a kind person just from one interaction? That is Every exchange that I have had with Kenny. The good vibes RADIATE from them and just brighten my day each time we stop in. And in this particular world we are living in right now...kindness and joy and good vibes are worth more than anything! Thank you Kenny and crew!

Megan Hubbard
★★★★★6 months ago

Cold and hard bagel. Not worth the hassle of finding a parking spot. Great service but the bagel sandwich was 3/10 at best. Cute shop, bummed the bagels were hard.

Lisa M
★★★★★9 months ago

Loved this place from the second I walked in and I was not disappointed. The staff were great. Super chill and accommodating. The atmosphere was so cute and comfortable. But the bagels! OMG! Haven't had bagel that good since I moved from the easy coast. And whitefish salad and lox spread. I was in heaven. I may have to move to KC metro just to be able to go here more often!

Selena Rodriguez
★★★★★2 years ago

Came around 11:25 and the line was out the door. Don't let that turn you away lines mean it's worth the wait. The restaurant is on the smaller side but has an inviting atmosphere. The smell of fresh coffee and bagels sounds like a great way to spend your Saturday morning. The line moved fast as the staff pushed out orders as they came. A regular recommended the Rosemary garlic smear on an everything bagel is the way to go they were not wrong. We also have a Smoked Nova Salmon and delicious. My childhood favorite cinnamon raisin with strawberry smear. The bagels chewy and are Loaded with smears! We also snagged an apple pie smear for our bagels at home. Next time we will have to try different combinations and come a little earlier.

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