Jeff’s Bagel Run

Jeff’s Bagel Run on Rea Road in Blakeney is the chain that people call the closest thing to a real New York bagel in Charlotte, with a second location at Ayrsley in Steele Creek. The cream cheese flight, three flavors in one order, is the thing to get. Bagels are served fresh but not toasted, which catches first timers out, and hot bagels come from a limited selection.

What to know

• The app takes orders ahead and runs a rewards program.
• Rosemary salt with onion chive spread is a favorite pairing.
• Everything bagels have been sliced unevenly on some recent orders.
• Both locations open early seven days a week.