Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar

"Little to-go coffee and bagel shop tucked away in an alley. They have limited outdoor seating but don't count on getting a table, there was a constant queue when I went on a Thursday morning. The staff is friendly and efficient. I got the smooth criminal on an everything bagel which was delicious if you like salty sweet flavors with a slight spicy kick!"

"After a long flight, I was really craving a good coffee and a bagel, so I searched for cafés near my hostel and found this place. Tucked away at the end of an alley, it’s definitely a hidden gem and made for a fun, unique experience. I was surprised to see a security guard at the entrance directing people into the café, but it quickly made sense. The café itself is tiny, and they only allow about four customers inside at a time. The alley is decorated with string lights and has a really cool vibe. There isn’t any indoor seating, instead, all the tables are set up outside in the alley. You place your order from the alley, and when it’s ready, they call your name to pick it up from the small service window. I decided to try one of their seasonal drinks, the Choco Taco Cold Brew, and it was absolutely delicious. The real star of the meal, though, was the Herd Bagel Sandwich. It was hands down one of the best bagel sandwiches I’ve had in a long time. Fresh, flavorful, and exactly what I was craving after traveling. The only downside is the seating. Since there are only a handful of outdoor tables, finding a spot can be a little tricky during busy times. But if you can grab a seat, it’s definitely worth the visit."

"The first thing we received was the coffee, which was the first indicator of quality. Quick and tasty, we both loved our iced dirty chai and vanilla lattes… then the bagel sandwiches came. We both thought the coffee was excellent, but these sandwiches left us both completely silent for the first half of eating. For me, this was the best breakfast sandwich I’ve had in my life. The Manhattan on a sesame bagel is tough to beat. She got a sausage, egg, and cheese on a jalapeño cheddar bagel and it was also insanely good. They also have cool stickers you can grab at the counter! Can’t recommend this place enough, give it a try! 😄😄"