Revdict.

Broad Nosh Bagels & Caterings 42nd Street

Bagel shop · 587 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036, United States · United States

4.8 on Google · 2,705 reviews · View on Google Maps

Manipulation score

Clean

Completed Jul 19, 2026 · 201 reviews flagged

How this score works

The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.

Burst
— an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
Low activity account
— the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
Duplicate text
— the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.

Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →

Case conclusion

What the numbers say

999 reviews examined

Google rating
4.8★

All reviews shown by Google

Not-flagged average
4.6★

798 examined reviews

Flagged
20%

201 of 999

Coverage
37%

999 of 2,705 Google reviews

“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.

Review brief

What reviews not flagged by Revdict say

Reviewers frequently praise the wide variety of fresh bagels and extensive cream cheese options available at this bustling spot. However, multiple reviewers report long wait times, occasional order mistakes, and limited seating inside.

+ Repeated strengths

Extensive Variety

Reviewers highlight the massive selection of bagel flavors and creative cream cheese spreads.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2025-06-29

This place has a good assortment of bagels and the most delectable cream cheese selection. I got a toasted everything bagel with dill cucumber cream cheese and it was so delicious. We were lucky enough to meet and chat with the owner Robert...

5★ · 2025-07-08

Amazing bagel shop. A lot of variety with bagels and spreads. The smoked salmon was fresh. They give you good portions, the bagels are stuffed. Iced coffee was very good as well. Ordering can be a little chaotic because the location is smal...

5★ · 2025-07-29

This was our first visit to the Big Apple, and we loved this place. I've never seen such a huge selection of cream cheeses. We're originally from California, and the bagel shops there can't compare.

Bagel Quality

Reviewers report that the bagels feature a great texture with a crispy outside and soft, chewy interior.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2025-07-04

stumbled on this place by accident. It happened to be our first bagel experience in nyc. The standard was set so high that after trying out other well known places like pop up and liberty, we decided to come back to broad nosh. The outside...

5★ · 2025-07-05

This place is absolutely delicious! There are so many different yummy flavors and the atmosphere is great. The owner Robert is so so kind and makes an effort to talk to everyone. This place is a must!!!!

5★ · 2025-08-05

Bagel is really good. Crispy outside,soft inside

Efficient Service

Many reviewers note that despite long lines, the staff keeps the ordering process moving quickly.

1 supporting review

5★ · 2025-09-19

NYC bagels? One word...done. These bagels were outstanding. We really enjoyed them and got enough to take home and freeze. The line moves quickly and they are so organized it moves quickly and is definitely worth the wait!

− Repeated complaints

Order Inaccuracies

Reviewers report frequent mistakes, missing items, or mixed-up custom orders.

2 supporting reviews

2★ · 2025-06-29

I really want to like this place. I rarely eat bagels (you know, the whole carb thing 😄), but when I do, I want it done right. Unfortunately, every time I go, they mess up the order. Ask for two different bagels, prepared differently, and...

1★ · 2025-07-01

Ordered here today just before jumping on a bus to Boston - ordered turkey, bacon, egg, cheese and they left out both turkey and egg - very unorganised experience and can’t go back to change! Very disappointing! We were charged for it and g...

Crowded and Limited Seating

Reviewers mention that the shop is very busy and finding a place to sit inside is difficult.

1 supporting review

5★ · 2025-06-29

Packed, congested but for good reason. Bagels and cream cheese were amazing!

Inconsistent Preparation

Reviewers note issues with items occasionally being overly salty, under-toasted, or lacking proper spread amounts.

1 supporting review

3★ · 2025-07-25

Let me start by saying my coworkers and I really enjoy Broad Nosh — it’s become our go-to for bagels as a group. That said, I’ve noticed some recurring inconsistencies that I wanted to share in the spirit of helpful feedback. In a single o...

Good for

  • Trying a wide variety of flavored cream cheese spreads
  • Quick takeout breakfast during a busy morning commute
  • Gluten-free bagel options

Avoid if

  • You need a quiet place with guaranteed seating to eat
  • You are sensitive to long lines and chaotic order pickup areas
  • You require strict allergy accommodations
Summarized from 531 text reviews not flagged by Revdict · 2025-06-21 to 2026-07-19 · Summaries can miss context; open the supporting reviews before deciding.

Review anatomy

Reviews per month

Reviews per month, total and flagged
MonthReviewsFlagged
Jun ’258627
Jul ’2514829
Aug ’2510926
Sep ’25602
Oct ’257311
Nov ’2511745
Dec ’25659
Jan ’26425
Feb ’26432
Mar ’26445
Apr ’26424
May ’268031
Jun ’26655
Jul ’26250

Rating distribution

5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Evidence

  • burst 5 occurrences — worst: 34 five-star reviews on 2025-11-09 vs avg 1.9/day
    Show all 5
    • 19 five-star reviews on 2025-06-28 vs avg 3.7/day
    • 18 five-star reviews on 2025-08-17 vs avg 3.0/day
    • 11 five-star reviews on 2025-10-07 vs avg 1.8/day
    • 34 five-star reviews on 2025-11-09 vs avg 1.9/day
    • 25 five-star reviews on 2026-05-24 vs avg 1.6/day
    weight 1
  • low activity account 133 reviews flagged weight 0.8

Flagged reviews

Showing the 10 most suspicious of 201 flagged reviews.

Tiffany Feeney profile photo

Tiffany Feeney

1 review

★★★★★

2025-06-28

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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CASITASHOME CASARES

2 reviews

★★★★★

2025-06-28

Best bagels
burst low activity account suspicion 95
Ekin Maden profile photo

Ekin Maden

1 review

★★★★★

2025-06-28

burst low activity account suspicion 95
Ellie Thompson profile photo

Ellie Thompson

2 reviews

★★★★★

2025-06-28

So awesome and such great bagels!!
burst low activity account suspicion 95
Sirenna Cumberland profile photo

Sirenna Cumberland

1 review

★★★★★

2025-06-28

Robert was so kind and provided great service! Will be back!
burst low activity account suspicion 95
Sydnie Crim profile photo

Sydnie Crim

1 review

★★★★★

2025-06-28

Loved my pride rainbow bagel. It was extremely delicious.
burst low activity account suspicion 95
Mamba Jiang profile photo

Mamba Jiang

1 review

★★★★★

2025-08-17

We ordered bagel with roasted beef, it’s very delicious! Also met with the store owner who is also noce
burst low activity account suspicion 95
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דנה גרשוביץ

1 review

★★★★★

2025-08-17

burst low activity account suspicion 95
Roni Elbaz profile photo

Roni Elbaz

2 reviews

★★★★★

2025-08-17

burst low activity account suspicion 95
Sydney Hmura profile photo

Sydney Hmura

1 review

★★★★★

2025-08-17

burst low activity account suspicion 95

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