The Great American Bagel – Chicago, IL: Hours, Menu & Directions

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1154 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607

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Address1154 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607

NeighborhoodNear West Side

Phone(312) 763-3970

StyleBagel shop

CountyCook County

Time zoneCentral Time

From city center1.6 mi southeast

About The Great American Bagel

The Great American Bagel serves Chicago from 1154 W Madison St, about 1.6 mi southeast of central Chicago.

Our Chicago directory counts 805 bakeries in total, roughly one for every 3,381 residents. The closest neighbour on our map is Warm Belly Bakery, 0.1 mi away.

Opening hours for The Great American Bagel are not verified in our data. A quick call to (312) 763-3970 before you go saves a wasted trip, especially on holidays.

This is one of 35 locations of the same brand in our directory.

At a glance

Listed as	Bagel shop
Bakeries in Chicago	805
Nearest bakery	0.1 mi
Brand locations	35

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What to order

Typical items at a bagel shop like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Classic bagels

Plain bagelBoiled-then-baked ring with a shiny, blistered crust and dense, chewy interior; a clean base for any spread or sandwich.
Everything bagelTopped with sesame, poppy seed, dried garlic, onion and coarse salt for a savory, crunchy crust in every bite.
Sesame bagelCoated in sesame seeds that toast in the oven, adding a nutty aroma and fine crunch over the malt-sweetened dough.
Poppy seed bagelRolled in blue-black poppy seeds that give a subtle, earthy flavor and a pleasant pop against the glossy crust.

Specialty bagels

Asiago bagelBaked under a crust of shredded Asiago cheese that crisps into lacy, sharp-tasting edges around the chewy ring.
Jalapeño cheddar bagelDough folded with diced jalapeños and baked under melted cheddar, bringing mild heat and salty, tangy cheese.
Salt bagelPlain dough heavily crusted with coarse pretzel salt; bold and briny, and especially good with a smear of butter.
Whole wheat bagelMade with stone-ground whole wheat flour for a nuttier taste, darker crust and slightly denser, more rustic chew.

Cream cheese & spreads

Honey walnut cream cheeseSweet cream cheese swirled with honey and chopped toasted walnuts; rich and crunchy, best on cinnamon raisin.
Strawberry cream cheesePink, fruity spread made with real strawberry pieces, light and sweet against a plain or blueberry bagel.
Tofu scallion spreadPlant-based spread whipped from tofu and seasoned with scallions and lemon; a dairy-free stand-in with a similar tang.
Whitefish saladSmoked whitefish flaked and mixed with mayonnaise and celery; creamy, smoky and a classic New York deli spread.

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Bread - Ekmek — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

(A bagel also spelled beigel, is a bread product originating in the Jewish communities of Poland) — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

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NCI cream cheese bagel — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

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Questions about The Great American Bagel

What are The Great American Bagel's hours?

We have not verified a weekly schedule for The Great American Bagel yet. Call (312) 763-3970 to confirm before visiting.

Where is The Great American Bagel located?

The Great American Bagel is at 1154 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607, in the Near West Side neighborhood. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.

What is the phone number for The Great American Bagel?

The listed phone number is (312) 763-3970.

What should I order at The Great American Bagel?

As a bagel shop, typical picks include Plain bagel, Everything bagel, Asiago bagel, and Jalapeño cheddar bagel. See the full menu page for more.

What other bakeries are near The Great American Bagel?

Nearby options include Warm Belly Bakery (0.1 mi), Nohea Cafe (0.2 mi), and Stan's Donuts & Coffee (0.3 mi).