Welcome to Dago Bagel
Welcome to Dago Bagel, a charming gem nestled in San Francisco's North Beach. Founded by renowned chef Tony Gemignani, this unique bakery embraces a reclaimed identity through its bold name, turning a once-insulting term into a beloved neighborhood hub. Offering a delightful range of hand-crafted bagels—each made with skill and love—Dago Bagel invites guests to savor both classic New York-style options and innovative creations like the pizza bagel. With a commitment to quality, everything is produced in-house, including artisanal loaves and Italian pastries. Here, the atmosphere is warm, the staff is knowledgeable, and every bite reflects a rich story of transformation and creativity.
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728 Vallejo St., San Francisco, CA 94133 Hotline:
Welcome to Dago Bagel, a captivating gem nestled in the heart of San Francisco at 728 Vallejo St.. This unique bagel destination is the brainchild of acclaimed chef Tony Gemignani, who has turned an offensive term into a triumphant celebration of flavor and culture. Operating at the intersection of tradition and innovation, Dago Bagel serves up a delightful selection of bagels, bagel sandwiches, and European-style treats that keep locals and visitors alike coming back for more.
Dago Bagel opens its doors from Thursday to Sunday, bright and early at 8:00 AM, offering true New York-style bagels crafted with a meticulous approach. Each bagel is made with a blend of premium ingredients and expert techniques, resulting in a delightful chew that even the most discerning bagel aficionados will appreciate. For those in search of variety, the menu showcases an impressive range including distinctive options like the Pizza Bagel and the visually stunning Detroit Bagel, both of which have garnered rave reviews from satisfied customers.
- Skott C. praised the knowledgeable staff and the impressive display of choices, particularly noting the delicious pizza bagel.
- Tina L. found the unique serrano cheese bagel with honey butter cream cheese to be a standout dish, highlighting the freshness of the ingredients.
- Molly T. declared the Asiago bagels the best in the city, showcasing the shop's commitment to quality and flavor.
Beyond bagels, the bakery also offers an array of freshly made breads and classic Italian pastries, all crafted with skill and passion. From the Pride Bagel to artisanal sourdough loaves, Dago Bagel ensures there’s something for everyone. Guests can also relish in specialty drinks like Topo Chico sparkling mineral water, a refreshing complement to any meal.
Dago Bagel doesn’t just represent great food; it embodies a unique story of resilience and creativity in the culinary landscape of San Francisco. The warm atmosphere, coupled with friendly and passionate staff, enhances the overall experience, inviting patrons to learn more about the delicious offerings as they watch fresh dough being prepared.
So, whether you’re a local resident or a visiting food enthusiast, make sure to put Dago Bagel on your must-visit list. With its inviting ambiance, stellar menu, and a bit of history behind the name, you’re in for a delightful treat that’s more than just a bagel—it’s an experience waiting to be savored.
Well first off and amazing and knowledgeable as well as helpful staff . The display is impressive as well as unique. I had the pizza bagel - it was delicious- but I want to try the Detroit because that is one impressive looking bagel . Looks like Vegas . I highly recommend this spot . Many unique choices.
small bakery that offers bagels / bagel sandwhiches as well as classic european style sandwhiches. my bagel sandwhich was filled with a fair amount of very fresh ingredients. the bagel itself had a nice flavor with a good chew, but it was missing the classic fluffiness and fullness of an east coast bagel ... have yet to find that in sf. the sandwhiches on baguette were very light and had simple flavors.
I was missing the NY bagels so wanted to find a good bagel place nearby. This place is a gem, everything was made fresh, and I really liked serrano cheese bagel I got with honey butter cream cheese filling. Bagels are not as fluffy as NY bagels, but that's expected (I heard it's due to difference in water). I recommend this place to bagels/bread lovers!
Cute little shop. I got the pepperoni pizza bagel! The rainbow cake, the Apricot scone and a cappuccino. We were leaving back to San Diego I opened yelp and there they were #1 on the list. Staff was great and fast.
Great bagels, flavorful lattes, and great back story. Owner Tony G transformed an offensive insult into a neighborhood favorite. Bravo!
Dago Bagel is a little gem. But then I realized anything Tony touches turns to delicious. I'm not entirely surprised his bagel/bakery ended up being good. Dago has a real racial and negative connotation to it. Bold by Tony to go with that name. Even bolder that he makes this giant sweet flatbread thing with all these seasonings and honey on it. They got a savory one too! The bagels are assumed. They are good. What I've realized that elite bagel places do, is that they get them seasonings on both sides of the bagel. Not just the top. I'm requesting that be done here please. The amount of cream cheese they give you just isn't enough. Such a crime to under cheese a bagel. But the quality of the cream cheese is very nice. They have a lot of other really solid offerings that come and go. All good. I think what they do well but I don't buy is the bread. They got all types of bread and I feel like if you're in the neighborhood why not buy your special bread here? Everything is made in house. Again, well done Tony. If you're reading this give me a call. I'm your biggest fan. I just want an autograph. And more of your food. Thanks. (4.3 Stars)
Debuted at the end of the pandemic in response to an ethnic slur Dago Bagel from Tony Gemignani is one of three concepts inhabiting 728 Vallejo Street, and from Thursday through Sunday beginning at 08:00am guests are welcome to enjoy everything from true New York Style Bagels to housemade loaves and traditional Italian Pastries made with skill and love. A change of pace for the lauded Pizza maker, a man whose name is nearly-synonymous with North Beach, it is inside the shop that acts as both Bakery and storefront that guests will meet well trained staff and pleasant servers more than willing to discuss products and production at length. Beginning with Bagels, developed in conjunction with Adam Sachs, Dago's collection spans from Pride to Everything and from stretchy skin to a dense interior with good chew the "best" is a matter of personal opinion whether toasted with Cream Cheese or plain. Liberally using Malt and a Cuppone Panettone deck oven imported from Italy, plus stone-ground Flour made on-site, visitors attention is next drawn to Toscano Brothers including "Gold Standard" Baguettes and Organic Sourdough Ace Pagnotta incorporating Spelt, Rosemary and Olives into a 40 year old Sourdough starter. Trending sweet from here, a Sour Cherry and Chocolate Batard souring local produce and TCHO Chocolate, Tony's "Piattina" cuts a wide swath of textures and flavors before Antonio's Italians Pastries rounds things out with classic Rainbow Cookies and world-class Lemon Ricotta Cake plus silky Budino hidden alongside Prosciutto and Mortadella in the cold case.
Literally best bagel in the city, in my opinion. What sets them apart is their Asiago bagels - one has peppers , one does not. Both are equally fantastic, filling, and leave you wanting more. Staff is always incredibly kind. Take time to chat with them about the place and you'll learn it's part of the highly esteemed Tony Gemignani restaurant family. You can watch them make dough as you wait for your bagel and enjoy a slice of Italian culture.