Vegan
Take-out
Breakfast
Jewish
Est. Nov. 2021. All-vegan deli offering fresh bagels, bagel sandwiches, and various prepared foods. Has vegan corned beef, chik'n, and lox. Non-veg turned vegetarian in 2020 and in turn, turned all-vegan in 2021. Open Mon-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm.
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90 Reviews
First Review by phathousecat
BradfordPowell
Points +24
Delish - Edit
Best tofu eggless salad I’ve ever had. Bagels, cashew cream cheeses & Philly cheezesteak are all excellent. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Selections are plentiful , Tastes are phenomenal , Staff are all friendly
Cons: A bit pricey , Parking sometimes difficult
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Emrelle
Points +36
Amazing! - Edit
We ate here while visiting our (non-vegan) kids for Thanksgiving. It was similar to a local place here in Vegas that we love (No Butcher) but with all new flavors because it is a Jewish deli. We all had different sandwiches and they were all delicious. Our daughter said she would be tempted to come back because the food was so good.
Read moreIt will be a regular stop for me whenever I am visiting Portland. Next time I will pause long enough to take pictures to add to my review. #Veganuary
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EmdotAlice
Points +5018
Came back to get our favorites - Edit
They had a power outage last night so they had a pretty limited menu this morning. We weren’t able to get our favorites, but the sesame bagel with veggie schmear hit the spot. 👌 We picked up some veggie shmear to go.
Read moreEdit: On our most recent trip to PDX we got the steak and egg and lox bagel sandwiches. 10/10, y’all still got it.
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-01
Pros: The best vegan shmear
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1AP1
Points +1001
Very good - Edit
Food always really good, dining area could use some work, not very comfortable or welcoming
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ElectricAntelope
Points +515
Amazing matzo ball soup - Edit
Love love love this place! Spectacular matzo ball soup and adore their black and white cookies.
Read morePros: Matzo ball soup, It's jewish vegan food!, Black and white cookie
Cons: They run out of soup pretty early
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Aniseed
Points +5323
Best Bagels and Sandwiches! - Edit
I have loved everything I have tried from Ben & Esther's! All the sandwiches are amazing and the bagels and schmears are top quality! I also enjoy buying their deli items like vegan egg salad, vegan tuna salad and vegan chicken salad to bring home for the week. The desserts and baked goods are also phenomenal. and the matzo ball soup!!! I recommend trying everything on the menu at least once!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-11-16
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tracyrocks
Points +1867
Great! - Edit
We are from Brooklyn NY and came here and had the rza, the veggie, and latkes. Everything was delicious. The bagels are as close as you can get to to Brooklyn bagels without being in Brooklyn! No step to enter. Large single stall gender neutral ADA restroom.
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Roux
Points +62
Comfort Food - Edit
Super friendly staff, cute and comfortable dining room, amazing food just as it should be. Although this is clearly a local spot, they were super friendly to visitors, too. I love a vegan twist on a classic, but this food is just straight up classic. The matzo ball soup was the perfect thing for a rainy morning and the brisket sandwich was everything. Grabbed some bagels to go which made for the perfect breakfast the next day. Can't wait to return!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-10-18
Pros: Comfortable vibe, Inclusive environment, Classic deli food
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jmroney
Points +32
Great deli vibes - Edit
We got the LOX bagel (they actually know how to make bagels the way they should be!) and the Siegler Sammy (turkey twist on a Reuben) with sides of the egg salad and loaded baked potato salad - all 4 were amazing and the staff was very friendly, service prompt!
Read moreWe'll definitely be coming back to try hot breakfast sandwiches.
Pros: Friendly, Fast service, Delicious!
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swedash
Points +1841
Excellent food and service! - Edit
Oh wow I wish we lived closer so we could try more of their options. I loved my veggie bagel brekky sandwich.
Read morePros: Food, Service, Prices
Cons: Far from me :(
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ElisaSaldivar
Points +51
Amazing - Edit
The best vegan sandwich I’ve ever had!!!! (I ordered the Benny’s brisket)
Read morePros: Flavors, Vibe, Melty cheese
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jenna33
Points +674
Yummy bagel sandwich - Edit
I got the bacon, egg, and cheese on jalapeño bagel and it was perfect
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lizzy1997
Points +134
Best vegan spot on Alberta! - Edit
It has great bagel sandwich options and sides! Definitely worth going to, get here early! They aren’t open late in the afternoon!
Read morePros: Bagel, Side options , Vegan
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StealthBoyd
Points +1000
Nifty little Jewish deli - Edit
I was there between my shifts, and this one isn’t too far from where I work. I decided to try their Lox bagel since I loved the actual Lox bagel sandwich before I became vegan. Their bagel sandwich tasted just like the actual stuff except it’s a tad better! Who would thought that carrot would make a good substitute for the fish? I overlooked the fact they also serve Reuben sandwich, so I will have to come back for that. Definitely the deli to go to along the Alberta “Vegan-friendly” Street.
Read morePros: All-vegan… can order without fear!, Great deli varieties
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Seitanicveg
Points +1107
Hits the spot! - Edit
Enjoyed the steak and egg bagel and side latke.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-08-15
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jordikers
Points +98
Get your schmear here! - Edit
Yummy bagels, matzoh ball soup and pickles! Oh, my!
Read moreWe were happy with our food choices. Would seek out Ben & Esther’s again.
Pros: Can eat anything off the menu!
Cons: Pricey
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Steffoknee
Points +254
So good!! - Edit
Delish deli options, wish we had one of these in Aus!
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FrizzeFrazz
Points +294
great "fast" food - Edit
still heartbroken that their Sandy blvd location isn't there anymore, it was so convenient and in a spot that desperately needs more vegan choices. Not on Alberta often but when I am, I always go here. Their bagel egg cheese and steak is to DIE FOR. great food on the go as you can order ahead of time
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DanMiller
Points +183
New York style - Edit
And all vegan
Read moreReally good bagel and rye sandwiches
I had the Reuben, quite tasty.
Reasonable prices, fresh, friendly
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CA89SS
Points +2168
Banging breakfast - Edit
I wasn’t feeling so hot so I opted just for an everything bagel and schmear (scallion & bacon). This thing perked me right up! My husband had the sausage, egg and cheese on everything and was very happy. There’s a far bit of seating inside and I liked the bar seats facing out the windows for some morning people watching.
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BonnieSpringsteen
Points +507
deli of my dreams - Edit
abslutely incredible egg, cheese and bacon bagel sandwiches. the sammy siegler was to die for as well. can’t wait to go back next time I’m in town.
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kellyymaee
Points +120
The vegan deli of your dreams - Edit
Do yourself a favor and have lunch at this delicious deli! I ordered the lox bagel sandwich and was kind of blown away. Who knew you could make incredible vegan lox out of carrots?! 🥕 The knishes are also fantastic.
Read morePros: Hearty sandwiches, Tasty side dishes
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wuski
Points +325
A must go! - Edit
We were so sad we only had enough time in our trip for one visit. This satisfied the craving for delicious deli food. Loved their half-sours and the Lizzo. Highly recommend!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-04-23
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CarlaRose
Points +232
Amazing sandwiches - Edit
Their Bak’n is the best I have ever had. Truly delicious and crispy.
Read moreThe flavor on the Philly cheeze was ‘cram in mouth’ delicious
Macaroni salad was a bit TOO ‘al dante’ for my preference… quite firm
Also- went right before they closed and so we got some complimentary bagels!!🥯
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-23
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EmmaCohen
Points +785
Bfast sandwiches 😍 - Edit
I was specifically looking for a decadent egg, sausage, and cheese bfast sandwich on an everything bagel and Ben & Esther’s not only had exactly that but a bunch of other creative sandwich options. SUPER TASTY and all vegan - what more could you ask for?! My partner had the Lizzie, which was also bomb.
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AnnaBananna
Points +248
Delicious - Edit
I tried the Lizzo sandwich, twice. I know I paid more for its association to Lizzo, but I couldn’t help myself. It was quite good; good enough that I ordered a second one to-go for that night’s dinner. I also ordered two cookies, which were sweet, and a little dry.
Read morePros: In a cute neighborhood with tons of indy shops
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Desh
Points +1287
Definitely worth a visit! - Edit
I had been wanting to check out the Portland location before I left town.
Read moreI went to the one in San Diego and it was on point.
The Food was really good overall. I had a few small issues with a couple things here.
Got the vegan matzah ball soup. The matzah balls seemed a little chewy but still good.
The gluten free bagel seemed a little chewy / tough and not as good as over vegan gluten free bagels you could get elsewhere but overall it was really good.
Updated from previous review on 2024-03-08
Pros: Fresh tasty
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