Tali's Bagels & Schmear

Started when founders Talia and Kelly Bongolan-Schwartz ran out of their freezer stash of New York bagels during the pandemic, the operation evolved from Instagram orders and farmers market stalls into a bustling Honolulu shop. Freshly baked rounds come in regular and mini sizes, topped with notably generous portions of cream cheese that extend to savory picks like lemon dill. For something heartier, the kitchen turns out a breakfast sandwich with Portuguese sausage, while an organized counter keeps brisk morning queues moving.