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Visiting from Alabama for the senior week. I don’t think I have ever been to a business with such an enthusiastic owner. He connected with every customer. He also kept the extremely long line moving but at the same time took the time to connect with us and offer recommendations- asking if we were first time visitors/where we were from. So 10 out of 10 on the atmosphere and culture. We ordered a salted bagel with strawberry- so good and the jalapeño popper breakfast sandwich and split it so we got both sweet and savory. It was a great combo. My other daughter got the jalapeño popper and ended up taking half of it home to eat for breakfast tomorrow- it was very filling. There was a wait time but we expected that because of how popular the place is. That is a normal situation and the owner seemed aware yet grateful to be busy :). Worth the wait.

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Amanda H.

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Stopped in today and got two salt bagels with salmon schmear and two bacon egg and cheese bagel sandwiches. All four of us were impressed. Did not disapoint it was so good! Big shout out to Kristine R and Bryce for exceptional customer service. Kristine greeted us and gave us one of the nicest encounters we had so far in Bloomington. We ended up bringing some frozen salt bagels and matzo ball soup home with us for supper. If you are ever in Bloomington I highly recommend stopping by Gables Bagels.

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Jamie H.

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I chose the worst time to go to Gables Bagels- parents weekend, the morning after the annihilation of Illinois 63-10 :)The place was mobbed, of course. After waiting in line to order for 45+ minutes, I decided to try the Mendoza Brothers Cubano.After my daughter placed her usual veggie sausage breakfast sandwich. I ordered it.Ed was so enthusiastic about it, telling us how great the Mendoza family is, and how they told him it was “the best Cuban sandwich they’ve ever had”, I was skeptical. I know Ed wants to promote his products, but being that they are from Miami, I thought that Ed was just selling me.I too am from Cuban lineage and have a very critical mindset for these.Well, I’m happy to say it was right on. The mojo roast pork and the authentic ingredients were the real deal!My only negative take was that the time delay to get it out left the bagel sweaty and a bit soggy. That just made it a mess to handle but had no affect on the flavor.Gabby, at the register, with her friendly smile and welcoming attitude was a pleasure.Kudos Ed!! Can’t wait to try your new shop in Zionsville on 10/31.Ate it at the curb, of course. ;)

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Ray M.

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Thank you Chris for providing the best customer service experience I’ve had not just in this town but all year. You truly made me feel valued as a customer. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a an excellent bagel.

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Allan G.

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I was visiting my alma mater for a wedding this weekend and a group of 5 of us decided to get Gables Bagles for the first time. Ed Schwartzman (the owner) gives off the best positive vibes. He was taking orders and while we were eating and he was making sure everyone ordered the best version of their bagel. The atmosphere was incredible, the bagels were fresh and delicious, and Ed was the best part. Thank you!

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Emma C.