# Once Upon A Bagel > Bagel shop with freshly baked bagels and a massive menu offers a lively atmosphere that feels like a local institution. The space is busy but allows for personal space even during peak times. It serves as a cornerstone of the community with a vibe reminiscent of a New York deli. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/OnceUponABagel - Address: 1888 1st St, Highland Park, Illinois, United States - Phone: +18474331411 - Website: http://highlandpark.onceupononline.com/ ## What it is good for - Deli — 9.5/10 - Bagels — 9.4/10 - Food — 9.3/10 - Lunch Spot — 9.2/10 - Breakfast — 9.2/10 - Soup — 8.9/10 - Sandwich — 8.4/10 ## What people say - "These bagels are the best outside of NYC and NJ." - "I tried the matzoh ball soup and it was the best I've ever had." - "This deli felt like home, a true cornerstone of the community." ## Good to know - The place offers a large variety of bagels and different cream cheeses. - Doing a carry out order is convenient. - There is plenty of public parking all around and it is free. - The place is always packed, especially due to the high number of pre-orders. - The place offers more than just bagels, including soup, sandwiches, and salads. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.