Sometimes, curiosity is the best compass a person can use. On days when I’m undecided about what to eat or where to spend a bit of time, I use curiosity as a compass to pull me in the right direction. That’s what drew me to a wonderful place called The Posh Bagel in Roseville. Many new finds in Roseville seem to check off several boxes of wonderfulness (okay, maybe wonderfulness isn’t a thing yet, but it will be soon). I hope you’ll enjoy what I discovered at The Posh Bagel as much as I did.
The Posh Vibe
As someone who learned Portuguese before English, I’m a bit of a word-aholic (oh oh, is that yet another thing that isn’t a thing yet?) I enjoy thinking about how a word paints a picture. Sometimes, I’m close to being giddy when a word is so cleverly used that it opens my mind to a new way of thinking. Well, I wasn’t in the market to eat my words the day I noticed The Posh Bagel. I really wanted a great bagel. But the use of the word “posh” drew me as well.
Posh, according to its most popular definition, means describing something as elegant, fashionable, and therefore expensive. While I agree that The Posh Bagel is elegant and stylish, it is NOT expensive. As you walk into the shop, you’ll notice that the interior’s elements (lighting, flooring, wall color, architectural touches) are high-end. The food is displayed tastefully, and the smells are incredible! While the vibe is posh, the cost is not.
Surprise on All Levels
My trusty curiosity compass really did me a solid the day I found The Posh Bagel. As already mentioned, the first thing I fell in love with was the notion of an affordable posh experience. The second thing I fell in love with is the BEST version of an Asiago bagel I’ve ever tasted. Let me clarify that I’ve been a fan of the Asiago bagel since the early 90s when I worked next door to a place called “The Healthy Bagel” in Auburn, CA. My absolute hands-down favorite then was a Swiss cheese bagel to which I’d add cinnamon raisin cream cheese. The combo of those two would set right all the difficulties of even the worst of Mondays. That’s how good that thing was. Then along came the Asiago bagel added to the line up, and I’ve never bothered with a Swiss cheese bagel again. Anywhere. But I happily bother with Asiago bagels everywhere and declare them my barometer for a great bagel. Let me tell you, The Posh Bagel has the best version of an Asiago bagel I’ve ever tasted. What I learned is that The Posh Bagel’s original owner invented the Asiago bagel! He took what was already a great bagel and added that lovely Asiago salty, smooth, yet spicy cheese experience. Now, not that you have to do the same, but I find that enjoying an Asiago bagel with cinnamon and raisin cream cheese elevates the whole thing to the stuff that dreams are made of. Okay, maybe only bagel dreams are made of this, but a dream is a dream, right?
Bagels as a Great Foundation
The Posh Bagel is not just one shop in Roseville. These delicious bagels are available in many areas throughout Northern California. In fact, Posh Bagel products are made in large quantities, sold in grocery stores, and used by restaurants. But when you visit The Posh Bagel in Roseville, you also get other equally delicious food besides bagels. Yes, you can have your favorite bagel as a foundation for a fresh sandwich, and you can have what’s called a “salad sandwich,” which is a freshly made salad served on a bagel. Or, if you’re in the mood for something hot, treat yourself to something from the Posh Hot Sandwich menu. While waiting on my order, I saw a hot turkey, avocado melt go by, and an albacore tuna melt. Both were made with bagels and looked delicious.
Along with my bagel treat, I had to try the house coffee, which is as essential as the quality of the bagels. A day with great coffee and a baked good is like a day with rain and an umbrella. It’s the winning combo! The coffee did not disappoint, and I noticed that the drink menu was as robust as the food offerings. I spotted three things I’ll try on return visits. I want to taste the Taro Bubble Tea, a Mocha Javalanche, and Iced Vietnamese Coffee. But I won’t do it all at once, of course. This goal will mean a few return visits (oh darn, wink wink). So, with curiosity as your compass and hunger as your companion, head over to The Posh Bagel for a great treat.
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The Posh Bagel
10301 Fairway Dr.
Roseville, CA 95678
916-771-2689
Open seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
theposhbagel.com
