Barry Bagels Brings Boiled Bliss to Ohio City
Liam Cutwater · October 14, 2026
Barry Bagels has quietly debuted in Ohio City, introducing classic boiled bagels and deli favorites to Lorain Ave. Get the scoop before everyone else finds out.
Cleveland’s bagel game just leveled up—Barry Bagels officially touched down in Ohio City today, taking over the old Dave’s Cosmic Subs spot. If you haven’t lined up yet for a real, boiled-and-baked bagel, you’re already behind.
What You’ll Find At Barry Bagels
This isn’t your corner convenience bagel—Barry Bagels means chewy, golden-crusted beauties boiled the proper way. Classic flavors rule the menu, but there’s more:
- Bagels with traditional and creative cream cheese schmears
- Hearty breakfast sandwiches with eggs, cheese, and choice of meat
- Deli-style sandwiches stacked with turkey, roast beef, corned beef, and all the extras
- Old-school salads (egg, tuna, chicken) and fresh sides
- Soup lineup includes the rare Cleveland find: matzo ball soup
Why Ohio City?
Location, location, location! The shop is sitting pretty at 2547 Lorain Ave, right in the buzz of Ohio City. They’ve taken over space next to Boaz, and the aroma wafting down Lorain isn’t hurting foot traffic. With the neighborhood’s steady brunch crowd and parade of hungry coffee-grabbers, expect this location to be hopping on the weekends.
A Little History: Bagels With Roots
Barry Bagels started slinging bagels in Toledo over 50 years ago, and they’ve only gotten better with age. After their Avon debut a decade back, they started popping up in Westlake and Lakewood—but Ohio City is their first crack inside city limits. Thanks to a recent franchising boom, this could be the first of several more.
Hours and How to Get Your Fix
You know the drill: bagel shops do not do late nights. But they do dominate the breakfast and lunch crowds. Barry Bagels opens every day from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. So set your alarm and prepare to join the morning bagel rush.
- Monday-Sunday: 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Walk in or grab-and-go for Ohio City’s easiest hand-held breakfast
Why Cleveland Bagel Fans Should Care
Ohio City’s been “hipster-hot” for years, but this is the first real NYC-style bagel joint east of the Cuyahoga. Competitive with any deli in town and worth crossing the river for, Barry’s fills a longtime void for classic bagels with chewy insides, crusty exteriors—and a little bit of Jewish deli soul.
The Verdict So Far
Early reviews? Clevelanders are loving the classic schmears and those fat, loaded deli sandwiches. Give it a week and you’ll see crowds forming for those matzo ball soup-and-bagel lunch combos. Whether you’re a traditionalist or like your bagels weird, this is a carb pilgrimage worth making.
Now go get in line—your morning needs a chewy upgrade.