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Desserts and cream cheese bagels

A cream cheese bagel is a solid foundation, but it always leaves room for a proper dessert.

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Updated May 2026
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Small cafe with outdoor seating and cozy atmosphere offers a friendly vibe that shifts from bustling mornings to homey evenings. Arabic pop music plays softly in the background, enhancing the welcoming environment. Few tables outside provide a quiet spot to enjoy flavorful coffee and sandwiches.

Desserts come in an abundant variety with a focus on baklava and a standout pistachio dessert. They consistently earn high marks for taste and quality.

Bagels come with cream cheese and often include fresh toppings like tomato, cucumber, and avocado. Toasted options and variations with egg and bacon also appear alongside solid coffee choices.

People are saying

"I found the coffee here to be amazing and flavorful."

"I found the desserts here to be delicious."

"I went back for the same cream cheese bagel the next day."

Good to know

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Mellis Cafe opens at 5:00 a.m. and stays open until midnight.

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Expect reasonable prices for sandwiches and breakfast items.

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Mellis Cafe is ideal for quick breakfast and coffee options.

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Coffee shop offers a cozy, bustling atmosphere with bright, welcoming spaces and comfortable seating despite some cramped areas. It features Wi-Fi and air conditioning, making it suitable for working or relaxing. The vibe includes a steady buzz of activity and a view of busy streets, attracting people who come for quick orders or to stay awhile.

Busy spot offers a variety of desserts and breakfast pastries served quickly. Desserts taste pretty good and pair well with great-looking sandwiches.

Everything bagels come with lots of filling and pair well with salmon. Plain cream cheese bagels offer a decent option alongside a cappuccino.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing and so worth the price."

"The desserts here are delicious and offer a great variety."

"The cream cheese bagel had lots of filling."

Good to know

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Expect a wait if the cafe is full; seats become available shortly.

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Breakfast items are available until 11am on weekdays.

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The price of a croissant with cheese and ham is $12.

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Narrow, small shop with no indoor seating and often crowded atmosphere. The vibe is old school, evoking a sense of history and tradition with a calm, unhurried pace despite the crowd. Outdoor benches offer brief respite while enjoying classic bagel and lox combinations.

Desserts feature fun spins on classic Jewish and Mediterranean flavors. The chocolate babka and bread pudding stand out for their quality and taste.

Everything bagels with cream cheese come with lox and caviar, offering a rich flavor. Variations include smoked salmon and Scottish lox with scallion cream cheese, all noted for their delicious taste.

People are saying

"I thought the salmon bagel was the best I ever had."

"The pastrami-cured salmon on an everything bagel was stupid good."

"I loved the bagel with cream cheese and smoked salmon."

Good to know

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You must take a number when you first enter to be served.

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There is no dine-in option; it's takeout only.

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Expect long wait times, often over an hour, especially after 10am.

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Coffee shop offers an authentic Greek design with green chairs and wood accents and real plants creating a warm, welcoming vibe. Loud music fills the space, which is open and airy with plenty of seating including outdoor tables. Atmosphere suits working, socializing, or relaxing away from city stress.

Desserts include amazing Greek options alongside other sweet treats. Quality stands out, matching the great coffee and sandwiches served.

Bagels come with cream cheese options including a lox cream cheese and a tofu cream cheese for vegan preferences. Both the classic and vegan versions offer strong, flavorful profiles.

People are saying

"I experienced the best coffee in the city."

"I found the desserts and coffee here to be delicious."

"The cream cheese bagel here is super delicious."

Good to know

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A bagel with cream cheese and a cup of coffee costs $14.

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The cafรฉ opens before 7am for early customers.

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The price of macaroons is $17.

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Bagel shop connects to a record store and coffee bar, featuring vintage vibe, funky artwork, and brick floors. Atmosphere feels cute and charming with indoor and outdoor seating, including a shady patio. Crowd enjoys a fun, relaxed energy while dining and sipping coffee.

Lady Flour bakes dope treats in house for dessert. Options like Tiramisu and Banana Bread Pudding stand out as solid choices.

Sesame bagels come with cream cheese, dill pickle, and tomatoes. A bagel with cream cheese costs around five dollars.

People are saying

"I found the bagels here to be amazing and delicious."

"I think the pizza here is the best I've had in Salt Lake City."

"I thought the Cream Cheese Bagel here was fantastic."

Good to know

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Babyโ€™s Bagels accepts only cashless payments.

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Parking can be hard to find, but there's a small lot behind the building.

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There is limited indoor seating available.

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Gluten-free bakery with best gluten-free bagels and artisanal bread offers mostly outdoor seating with heated patio and benches. Atmosphere feels modern and inviting but indoor space lacks tables and is limited. Energy is slow with some inefficiencies in layout and service.

Dairy-free gluten-free desserts stand out with moist textures and flavorful icing. The owner offers clear info on vegan options and ingredients, making choices easy for those with allergies.

Soft bagels come with cream cheese in several tasty combos like lox with jalapeรฑo cream cheese and cinnamon raisin with blueberry cream cheese. Fresh toppings like guacamole and salmon add extra flavor to the bagels.

People are saying

"I found the gluten-free bagels to be the best I've ever had."

"These desserts are so moist and delicious, especially the cupcakes."

"I loved my plain gluten-free bagel with cream cheese."

Good to know

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Everything at this place is gluten free.

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The entire restaurant is dedicated gluten-free, making it a must-visit for any Celiac or gluten-sensitive people.

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You should order ahead and pick it up to avoid waiting in the long line.

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