James Oliver Corktown

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About James Oliver Corktown

Known for

• James Oliver Coffee’s flagship café
• House-made bagels, pastries and lunch dishes
• Coffee and tea
• Wi-Fi and laptop-friendly seating
• Dogs welcome inside and outside

What reviewers say elsewhere

• “I don’t often eat bagels outside of New York because I’ve been disappointed too often, but this place has some great food! I got a salt bagel with cream cheese (simple, but good) and a pretzel twist, and if I wasn’t heading to the airpor…”

  — Peter Verry, September 12, 2026 · google

• “A private restroom that is easy to get to. Accessible and clean.”

  — Shooki App, September 7, 2026 · google

• “The best bagel l've ever had! The outside was firm and the inside soft and chewy. The building has a wonderful historical vibe with brick walls and wooden benches. The menu is on a upside down caulkboard. Outside there are picnic tables…”

  — D George, September 5, 2026 · google

• “Great scene for Bagels and always a pleasant space to be in.”

  — aman jain, September 5, 2026 · google

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