Cheech’s Bagels

Cheech’s an Instant Hit in Hamilton Park

After some initial delays, Cheech’s Bagels is up and running in downtown Hamilton Park. The neighborhood was highly anticipating this shop as the regular out-the-door lines will attest to. The bagels are hand-rolled each morning and come in every flavor imaginable including a gluten-free option. There are a range of cream cheeses (including two vegan ones) and also a bevy of breakfast egg sandwiches with your choice of Taylor Ham, bacon or sausage. Hungover and/or deliriously hungry? Try out a bagel with eggs, potatoes and peppers (with a side of their scrumptious hash browns if you want to go all out). They also have a Lox bagel with cucumbers, capers, red onion, dill and chopped lox.

Come lunchtime, there are some super-tasty and filling selections like the Clubhouse – turkey, bacon, arugula, tomato and pesto mayo, and the Baby Luc- tuna, olive, onion, lemon, arugula and roasted peppers. The Breaded Chicken Caesar can be served as a standalone salad or on a bagel and is yummy either way.

Cheech’s is also a fine destination for coffee. The interior is lovely with comfy green banquette seating and vintage-inspired gallery walls, as well as two outdoor tables that go fast.

Cheech’s hours are Monday-Friday from 6am to 4pm and 7am-3pm on weekends.

176 Erie St. @cheechsbagels