ARIZONA
Bruegger’s Bagels
Location: Tucson, Arizona
“YUM. Brueggers has some of my favorite bagels in town. The staff is very willing to clean down an area and lay parchment paper to limit any cross contamination…”
@toriwong who manages peanut, tree nut, and milk allergies
The Bagel Joint
Location: Tucson, Arizona
“The staff is very accommodating and always happy to help and answer questions…it’s still delicious and flavorful!”
@toriwong who manages peanut, tree nut, and milk allergies
CALIFORNIA
Caffe Capriccio
Location: San Francisco, California
“Lots of things on the menu have pesto, so I played it safe with their “tomato bagel” (bagel with cream cheese/tomato/capers/onion). Good, cute spot that isn’t too pricy!”
@scristol who manages peanut, tree nut, shellfish and pea allergies
Erin McKenna’s Bakery
Location: Santa Monica, California
“Erin McKenna’s is completely gluten free and vegan and all their products are free from peanuts and tree nuts (they do bake with coconut). This location serves an amazing brunch! Their brunch options include gluten free vegan bagels…”
@emilyamcelroy who manages a peanut allergy and Celiacs
I Love Bagels
Location: Oceanside, CA
“My favorite bagel shop in California! Love the variety and helpful staff. They do have walnut cream cheese, but took precautions and used new knives. I have eaten here a few times with no issues.”
@theallergictab who manages peanut, tree nut and legume allergies
Noah’s NY Bagels
Location: Roseville, CA
“My child with a nut allergy ate here safely. The bagels are fresh and delicious.”
@dsarsour who manages tree nut, flax, mustard, sesame, peach, and quinoa allergies
Spill the Beans Coffee and Bagels
Location: San Diego, California
“We picked up bagel and eggs from here. The only peanuts/peanut oil here are in the bagged chips. After ordering, the lady assisting me went to the kitchen to confirm our allergies and make sure nothing touched the tree nuts present at the facility. The staff was exceptional with our allergies.”
@leslieevans who manages a peanut allergy
ILLINOIS
Bagel Art
Location: Evanston, Illinois
“No tree nuts or nut-based cream cheese on the premises!”
@eelawrence who manages tree nut allergies
Big Apple Bagels
Location: Northbrook, Illinois
“Hector and Maria are the owners and have been baking up pre-ordered plain bagels on clean pans for our sesame and nut-allergic kids for years…I’ve probably ordered from them 50 times in the last 6 years and we’ve never found a stray sesame seed.”
@cleanlabelmom who manages peanut, tree nut, sesame, chickpea, lentil, and pea allergies
Brobagel
Location: Chicago, Illinois
“No peanuts at all. One bagel has walnuts. It’s been fine for us but they said all the bagels are made in the same facility.”
@susie who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
NYC Bagel Deli
Location: Chicago, Illinois
“We have gotten bagels here for years! The best in Chicago that we have found!”
@susie who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Once Upon a Bagel
Location: Highland Park, Illinois
“They baked the bagels in a sesame-free oven and kept them separated in their kitchen. It was such a relief to be able to serve bagels that were safe for my son! And everything was delicious!”
@sheberhard who manages peanut, tree nut, flax, poppy, sesame, and hemp allergies
The Bagel
Location: Chicago, Illinois
“My favorite restaurant! A go-to for my celiac friend with its large menu and many gluten free options. Wait staff is attentive and accommodating.”
@sarahaviva who manages an apricot allergy
Shalom Kosher Bakery
Location: Buffalo Grove, Illinois
“The owner is incredibly welcoming as well as knowledgeable about different products and if they contain any allergens. I greatly recommend this place.”
@katieparkins who manages tree nut, fish, shellfish, carrot, cucumber, apple, apricot, banana, kiwi, melon, peach strawberry, and green bean allergies
Upper Crusts Bagels
Location: Deerfield, Illinois
“Upper crust has the best bagels in town, plain and simple. The restaurant is beyond willing to accommodate anyone that has any type of food allergy, while also using limited, to no nuts.”
@cfriedland9 who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
INDIANA
Organic Bread of Heaven
Location: Gary, Indiana
“I have boxes of bakery items sent to me year round. Clear labeling, good packaging, so delicious. Nut free facility, organic, vegan and parve. Actually free of 7 of Top 8 (wheat being the one they use). They also don’t use any yucky filters like mold inhibitors. My favorite is the sugar free, yeast free rustic sourdough! My kids love the Blessed Bagels and 100% Stone Ground Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread.”
@skellenbeck who manages a peanut allergy
MASSACHUSETTS
Bagelsaurus
Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
“All of their bagels are nut-free and dairy free except for the cheese ones. If you tell them you have an allergy, they will prepare it in a separate area with fresh utensils and clean gloves! Get there early on the weekend or be prepared to wait awhile.”
@tpgordon who manages peanut, tree nut, and milk allergies
Jennifer Lee’s Gourmet Bakery
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
“This entire place is free of most allergens and vegan, they only use soy in their cheeses and some frosting. I had not eaten a bagel in 10 years until this place, and they are DELICIOUS! Her custom cakes are also phenomenal.“
@allergytravelr who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, soy, shellfish, wheat, Celiac-gluten, banana, blackberry, cherry, kiwi, peach, barley, rye, msg, xanthan, guar gums
MICHIGAN
Zingerman’s Delicatessen
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
“Zingerman’s did a fantastic job of accommodating my allergies and making me feel safe eating here. They have a great allergy statement on their website, and the manager came out while I was ordering (regular protocol for all allergy orders!) and ensured my food would be prepared in a sanitized prep area with fresh gloves and served in an red allergy indicator basket. They have everything from sandwiches, salads, soups, to pastries, baguettes and bagels! I safely enjoyed a grilled chicken sandwich and chips for dinner, and came back for a egg and cheese breakfast sandwich on a sesame seed bagel the next week! However, they do caution that their bread is “shipped to the facility with other breads contain tree nuts.”
@bauder19 who manages peanut, tree nut, fish and shellfish allergies
NEW JERSEY
Seed to Sprout Bakery
Location: Wanamassa, New Jersey
Vegan bakery. Love this place so much. Cute vibe and they have coffees, bagel sandwiches, grab and go items, etc. I order cakes here often for special occasions as well. I’m a loyal customer but will disclose that they’ve definitely been late with finishing my cakes and things like that so just always call to double check prior to picking up!
@dairyfreeeats who manages a milk allergy
NEW YORK
Bagel Emporium of Port Chester
Location: Port Chester, New York
“They do not make any bagels with nuts. All of their bagels are considered nut-free. I’ve eaten from here countless of times and never had a reaction. However, I never get my bagels sliced and always slice it at home to be safe.”
@sackerman13 who manages peanut, tree nut, soy, shellfish, Celiac-gluten, mustard, sesame, apricot, cherry, kiwi, melon, peach, quinoa, legumes and sulfites allergies
Bagel Emporium of Tarrytown
Location: Tarrytown, New York
“Understanding staff and clear labeling on products.”
@jakeourman1 who manages peanut, tree nut and sesame allergies
Bagel Shop
Location: New York, New York
“The tofu cream cheese is dairy free and really good! Some of the workers are great about knowing the allergens, so you just have to ask.”
@morganromo who manages tree nut and milk allergies
Bagel Town
Location: West Hempstead, New York
“Severely allergic to sesame and tree nuts. Bagel town of West Hempstead is completely sesame-free and nut-free. Best tasting bagels ever!!!! We place huge orders (they will slice all of them for a very small fee, which is so convenient and safe bc no allergens), and we freeze them. Highly recommend. Excellent baked goods, side dishes, etc. Check out their menu and order!!!! Go there if you can make a special trip! They are so helpful and kind.”
@alylippy who manages tree nut and sesame allergies
Barney Greengrassoof
Location: New York, New York
“Perfect place to go for people with allergies. The waitstaff is very knowledgeable and proactive and there are plenty of items for people with nut allergies.”
@laurasum who manages a peanut and tree nut
Black Seed
Location: New York, New York
“Always get nervous going to a bagel place with a dairy allergy. Not so much because of the bagels themselves but because of cross contamination. Black seed in the East Village was super kind about my dairy allergy. They actually had the bagel maker pull a fresh bagel for me so that I knew nothing was contaminated. I never get anything on my bagels somewhere like this but I so appreciated the plain bagel and not to mention they are delicious”
@dairyfreeeats who manages a milk allergy
Ess-a-Bagel
Location: New York, New York
“NY STAPLE! I love these bagels! I literally think the bagels are the size of my head but I don’t care because they’re so good!”
@apalin who manages peanut and soy allergies
Everybody Eats
Location: Brooklyn, New York
“This is a no frills kind of bakery but they put out some amazing products. They are a dedicated gluten, nut, soy, and sesame free bakery. They do make dairy free stuff too. The owner will give you tips on reheating as they freeze right after baking to preserve freshness. The texture is so good. Love that this place isn’t just sweets because it’s so hard finding bagels, baguettes, other breads out there. Definitely check this place out if you’re in the area! So glad my daughter could get a safe NYC bagel on our trip!”
@vkotz who manages peanut, tree nut, and wheat allergies
Liberty Bagels Midtown
Location: New York, New York
“There are nuts on premises but due to the manager’s daughter’s own peanut and tree nut allergies, they have protocols in place. I contacted them in advance and spoke to the manager and he was so helpful and truly got the food allergy issues. We had breakfast sandwiches that were amazing as well as prepared with tree nut and peanut allergies protocols. We got lunch to-go. Highly recommend for delicious food and knowledgeable staff”
@cwa who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, soy, chickpea, green bean and pea allergies
Modern Bread and Bagel
Location: New York, New York
“I shared the Babka French Toast and the egg sandwich which were both so delicious! The ladies sitting next to me didn’t even realize that this gourmet bakery/cafe was 100% gluten-free!”
@cbrauner who manages a Celiac-gluten allergy
Russ & Daughters Cafe
Location: New York, New York
“They offered to prep my bagel in a separate area because of my sesame allergy. Be sure you are very clear about your allergens though. There is usually a long line so unless you are very clear, there is a chance it could get overlooked. I didn’t have a problem.”
@awissink who manages peanut, fish, sesame, apple, cherry, peach, nectarine, pineapple and plum allergies
Stars Bagels & Cafe
Location: Ardsley, New York
“Great for bagels and sandwiches. They took our nut allergy seriously”
@anurag who manages tree nut and pectin allergies
Water Street Bagel Co.
Location: Syracuse, New York
“Great bagels! The workers changed their gloves and washed their hands after I told them I had food allergies.”
@therealmathias who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
OREGON
New Cascadia Traditional- A dedicated gluten free bakery
Location: Portland, Oregon
“Love New Cascadia! My favorite are the hoagie rolls and marble loaf. I eat bread from their bakery even though they bake with hazelnuts and I have never had a reaction.”
@elise who manages peanut, tree nut and Celiac-gluten allergies
PENNSYLVANIA
The Bagel Factory
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
“Felt comfortable that the order taker took our food allergy seriously. Shared that there were nuts in their factory but not in their bagels or cream cheese. We felt comfortable ordering!“
@anurag who manages tree nut and pectin allergies
The Bagel and Bread House
Location: Horsham, Pennsylvania
“I can eat all of the bagels here except the egg bagels. The chocolate chip bagel with cream cheese is my favorite!“
@delaneybrody who manages peanut, tree nut, and egg allergies
The Happy Mixer Gluten Free Bakery
Location: Chalfont, Pennsylvania
“Dedicated gluten-free bakery!”
@didenofa who manages milk, Celiac-gluten, Eoe-dairy allergies
Johnny’s Bagels & Deli
Location: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
“Notified them of our nut allergy. They took it seriously. They told us they had no nuts on the premises.”
@anurag who manages tree nut and pectin allergies
TENNESSEE
Frothy Monkey
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
“These guys were great, everything is cooked with vegetable oil and there are limited dishes with nuts.”
@merylhunter who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
TEXAS
Biderman’s Deli
Location: Austin, Texas
“One of my go-to lunch options downtown. Their BLT is dairy/nut free as long as you tell them to hold the butter on the bread. Their bagels are also really good and safe!”
@tpgordon who manages peanut, tree nut, and milk allergies
Nervous Charlie’s
Location: Austin, Texas
“They clearly labeled my order with a nut/dairy allergy and were careful to avoid cross contamination from utensils. While the bagels were definitely not up to par with NY bagels, they were safe and one of the better bagels in Austin.”
@tpgordon who manages peanut, tree nut, and milk allergies
UTAH
Bagels and Greens
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
“The entire facility is nut-free! They occasionally have brownies that are so yummy!”
@michlitch who manages a peanut allergy
The Bagel Project
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
“Nut-free facility!”
@michlitch who manages a peanut allergy
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Baked By Yael
Location: Washington, D.C.
“While the cake pops are delicious the bagels are the best in the mid-Atlantic!”
@lafr who manages tree nut allergies
CHAINS
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Location: all locations
“I have to be careful with sesame here, but generally, I feel comfortable eating plain and cinnamon raisin bagels as long as I ask for it in a separate bag from the rest of the bagels my friends/family order!”
@awissink who manages peanut, fish, sesame, apple, cherry, peach, nectarine, pineapple and plum allergies
