Hey! What's not to like? If you're going to carb load on bagels, this is a reliable option. Good selection - the Asiago and chocolate chip bins are replenished regularly. There are usually coupons available online or in Sunday newspaper, but the Baker's Dozen (with 2 tubs of cream cheese) is a good deal. Tub out!
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Anita L.
Ugh....ordered a tuna on ciabatta with red onion. Barely ANY tuna and came with lettuce and tomato after I specifically said no to either one. I'm sorry...if you can't get a simple sandwich order right...will not be back
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Bobbi K.
Really?? Out of bagels?? You're a bagel shop and that's what you specialize in. Poor management!
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Daniel B.
A bit overpriced for the quality. Great customer service! Poor quality of chicken, it tastes like bleach. The Nova Lox is the best quality food served of all the options I've tried.
(2)
Madeline S.
Went in on a Saturday morning (around 10:30). There was no line when I came in and all I wanted was a plain bagel, no cream cheese not toasted or anything so I figured I'd be in and out super fast. The staff obviously had other ideas. I literally stood at their counter for 5 whole minutes until someone even acknowledged my presence...I should have left I know it. All I got was "We'll be with you soon." All of the workers proceeded to continue making whatever sandwich/bagel concoction they were making (3 workers for one sandwich, really?). It took 10 minutes before my order was even taken! Then it took another 5 minutes before one of the high schoolers, who kept flirting with each other instead of actually working, could find the time to grab my one plain bagel and put it into a bag. To say this was a frustrating experience is putting it mildly.
(1)
Katee C.
Don't use them for office catering. Dropped off our order and missed the sandwiches. Pickles - check, Fruit salad - check, Chips - check. Cookies - check. Main course - oops. So I called and was super nice about it. The guy apologized and said he was on his way with them, that the driver had simply forgotten them in the refrigerator there. They are only 15 minutes away so I asked everyone to delay our meeting by about 20 minutes. 30 minutes later ... no sandwiches. I called, only to be alerted that the guy had left with the sandwiches 10 minutes before. I said, "But I called 30 minutes ago" and I got an "Well, I don't know what to tell you, hon." (Actual words. Hon? Come on. You're kidding me. You called me hon?) 15 minutes later, my sandwiches come, so it took them 45 minutes to bring my sandwiches. And guess what? No regular-sized plates. Mini plates that do not hold a sandwich. Well isn't that great? The guy that delivered it said he would have his catering manager call. He did call and I called him back and was very polite (explaining what happened) at which point he says, "Well, I'm not near the computer. I'll have to look this up, get the store's side of the story and see if I can do anything for you. That is, if you ever order from here again." What? What kind of customer service is that? SEE what you can do? IF I ever order again? And guess what? it's been four days. I guess he hasn't gotten to a computer yet.
(1)
Carly G.
The staff at this place really stinks. They are slow and rude. I have had way better experiences at Einsteins elsewhere.
(2)
Stove P.
Okay, today the guy gave me TWO pickles! I love him a lot.
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Jelena Z.
Do you like lukewarm coffee? I don't. I like mine hot, hot, hot! Unfortunately, I grabbed my morning cup right as it was about to expire, methinks. I hadn't been to an Einstein Brothers in some time, and they've apparently jumped on the healthy wagon. I mean, these days, it's somewhat more difficult to get people into your stole with the word bagel (Oh no, carbs!) in your name. So they now offer 'bagel thin' sandwiches (it's a bagel revolution!) in addition to breakfast wraps, etc. made with egg whites and turkey sausage. I wanted to try one of these healthier creations, but the line full of giggling high school girls made me hit the ignore button on my hunger pangs as I didn't want to be late for my meeting across the way. Hopefully next time I'm in the area, the coffee is HOT.
(3)
Jenn C.
I like Einstein's in general, but the staff here are so slow. In the morning it gets busy... Duh... it's a bagel joint on a corner of a neighborhood downtown and with school all around the neighborhood... I don't think they have "morning" people to work the AM shifts. Other than that, the food is fine.
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Kitty K.
Meh, indeed. The food is mediocre, the coffee and coffee-type beverages are blah, and the service is awful. A typical experience consists of waiting in line, usually in back of someone ordering two dozen individually-selected bagels for her office. When you are served, the person behind the counter looks at you as though he is doing you a favor in acknowledging your presence. Then, he yells out your order in a foreign language to the food-prep people. I've been to Einstein's a number of times, but have decided that the place is a true waste of money and time. Wish there were a "real" bagel shop in Hinsdale.
(2)
Stacey K.
I like Einstein alot! I've never had a problem with slow and/or rude service; however I've never been here at a peak time. Their bagels are delish - and I love me some thick, chewy, carb-filled bagels. I suppose if I lived up on the North Shore, I'd be spending all of my free time at Kaufman's, but I personally think Einstein does very well. Their lox and bagel is fantastic, too. Good sandwiches, yummy spreads, and a nice choice of coffee drinks. Nice location in downtown Hinsdale. That's all you need to know. Now my mouth is watering. How very Pavlovian of me.
(4)
Justine M.
This review is more about the service. I've been here a number of times for breakfast/lunch cuz it's right next to our office. No line when I went, but last time I got a wrap from there (which wasn't very good) they didn't even give me my chips. I walked back to my office and realized I didn't have it, so I had to walk back. The worker wasn't even apologetic. She just asked what kind of chips I wanted. It also took forever for them to make my wrap.
(2)
Chris W.
I've eaten here for both breakfast and lunch and I've enjoyed each. Starting with the restaurant itself, it is located right on downtown Hinsdale, a very nice spot. The restaurant itself isn't huge, but there are a dozen or so tables for those who'd like to sit and eat. The offer all types of, you guessed it, bagels. Every bagel I've had has been delicious. They also offer breakfast and lunch sandwiches on the bagels. These are all incredibly tasty and a bit on the gourmet side. Definitely not some cheap, poorly put together sandwich. With each sandwich, you get a pickle and the choice of one side (chips, coleslaw, potatoes salad). They also have some other sides that cost a bit extra. The price is a little higher than average, but still not really expensive. For a sandwich and drink expect to spend $9-10. I like to stop here for a quick bite to eat before getting on the train which is about one block away. I'd recommend it for just that or for a quick breakfast or lunch.
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Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : No Attire : Casual Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No
Benjamin T.
Hey! What's not to like? If you're going to carb load on bagels, this is a reliable option. Good selection - the Asiago and chocolate chip bins are replenished regularly. There are usually coupons available online or in Sunday newspaper, but the Baker's Dozen (with 2 tubs of cream cheese) is a good deal. Tub out!
(4)Anita L.
Ugh....ordered a tuna on ciabatta with red onion. Barely ANY tuna and came with lettuce and tomato after I specifically said no to either one. I'm sorry...if you can't get a simple sandwich order right...will not be back
(1)Bobbi K.
Really?? Out of bagels?? You're a bagel shop and that's what you specialize in. Poor management!
(1)Daniel B.
A bit overpriced for the quality. Great customer service! Poor quality of chicken, it tastes like bleach. The Nova Lox is the best quality food served of all the options I've tried.
(2)Madeline S.
Went in on a Saturday morning (around 10:30). There was no line when I came in and all I wanted was a plain bagel, no cream cheese not toasted or anything so I figured I'd be in and out super fast. The staff obviously had other ideas. I literally stood at their counter for 5 whole minutes until someone even acknowledged my presence...I should have left I know it. All I got was "We'll be with you soon." All of the workers proceeded to continue making whatever sandwich/bagel concoction they were making (3 workers for one sandwich, really?). It took 10 minutes before my order was even taken! Then it took another 5 minutes before one of the high schoolers, who kept flirting with each other instead of actually working, could find the time to grab my one plain bagel and put it into a bag. To say this was a frustrating experience is putting it mildly.
(1)Katee C.
Don't use them for office catering. Dropped off our order and missed the sandwiches. Pickles - check, Fruit salad - check, Chips - check. Cookies - check. Main course - oops. So I called and was super nice about it. The guy apologized and said he was on his way with them, that the driver had simply forgotten them in the refrigerator there. They are only 15 minutes away so I asked everyone to delay our meeting by about 20 minutes. 30 minutes later ... no sandwiches. I called, only to be alerted that the guy had left with the sandwiches 10 minutes before. I said, "But I called 30 minutes ago" and I got an "Well, I don't know what to tell you, hon." (Actual words. Hon? Come on. You're kidding me. You called me hon?) 15 minutes later, my sandwiches come, so it took them 45 minutes to bring my sandwiches. And guess what? No regular-sized plates. Mini plates that do not hold a sandwich. Well isn't that great? The guy that delivered it said he would have his catering manager call. He did call and I called him back and was very polite (explaining what happened) at which point he says, "Well, I'm not near the computer. I'll have to look this up, get the store's side of the story and see if I can do anything for you. That is, if you ever order from here again." What? What kind of customer service is that? SEE what you can do? IF I ever order again? And guess what? it's been four days. I guess he hasn't gotten to a computer yet.
(1)Carly G.
The staff at this place really stinks. They are slow and rude. I have had way better experiences at Einsteins elsewhere.
(2)Stove P.
Okay, today the guy gave me TWO pickles! I love him a lot.
(5)Jelena Z.
Do you like lukewarm coffee? I don't. I like mine hot, hot, hot! Unfortunately, I grabbed my morning cup right as it was about to expire, methinks. I hadn't been to an Einstein Brothers in some time, and they've apparently jumped on the healthy wagon. I mean, these days, it's somewhat more difficult to get people into your stole with the word bagel (Oh no, carbs!) in your name. So they now offer 'bagel thin' sandwiches (it's a bagel revolution!) in addition to breakfast wraps, etc. made with egg whites and turkey sausage. I wanted to try one of these healthier creations, but the line full of giggling high school girls made me hit the ignore button on my hunger pangs as I didn't want to be late for my meeting across the way. Hopefully next time I'm in the area, the coffee is HOT.
(3)Jenn C.
I like Einstein's in general, but the staff here are so slow. In the morning it gets busy... Duh... it's a bagel joint on a corner of a neighborhood downtown and with school all around the neighborhood... I don't think they have "morning" people to work the AM shifts. Other than that, the food is fine.
(2)Kitty K.
Meh, indeed. The food is mediocre, the coffee and coffee-type beverages are blah, and the service is awful. A typical experience consists of waiting in line, usually in back of someone ordering two dozen individually-selected bagels for her office. When you are served, the person behind the counter looks at you as though he is doing you a favor in acknowledging your presence. Then, he yells out your order in a foreign language to the food-prep people. I've been to Einstein's a number of times, but have decided that the place is a true waste of money and time. Wish there were a "real" bagel shop in Hinsdale.
(2)Stacey K.
I like Einstein alot! I've never had a problem with slow and/or rude service; however I've never been here at a peak time. Their bagels are delish - and I love me some thick, chewy, carb-filled bagels. I suppose if I lived up on the North Shore, I'd be spending all of my free time at Kaufman's, but I personally think Einstein does very well. Their lox and bagel is fantastic, too. Good sandwiches, yummy spreads, and a nice choice of coffee drinks. Nice location in downtown Hinsdale. That's all you need to know. Now my mouth is watering. How very Pavlovian of me.
(4)Justine M.
This review is more about the service. I've been here a number of times for breakfast/lunch cuz it's right next to our office. No line when I went, but last time I got a wrap from there (which wasn't very good) they didn't even give me my chips. I walked back to my office and realized I didn't have it, so I had to walk back. The worker wasn't even apologetic. She just asked what kind of chips I wanted. It also took forever for them to make my wrap.
(2)Chris W.
I've eaten here for both breakfast and lunch and I've enjoyed each. Starting with the restaurant itself, it is located right on downtown Hinsdale, a very nice spot. The restaurant itself isn't huge, but there are a dozen or so tables for those who'd like to sit and eat. The offer all types of, you guessed it, bagels. Every bagel I've had has been delicious. They also offer breakfast and lunch sandwiches on the bagels. These are all incredibly tasty and a bit on the gourmet side. Definitely not some cheap, poorly put together sandwich. With each sandwich, you get a pickle and the choice of one side (chips, coleslaw, potatoes salad). They also have some other sides that cost a bit extra. The price is a little higher than average, but still not really expensive. For a sandwich and drink expect to spend $9-10. I like to stop here for a quick bite to eat before getting on the train which is about one block away. I'd recommend it for just that or for a quick breakfast or lunch.
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