Overview
Mikey and Mels is a bagel shop in Washington DC that fails at the fundamentals. A bagel sandwich should be straightforward—quality bagel, proper assembly, toppings that don't fall apart. This place misses on all counts. The bagels themselves lack structural integrity, and the assembly is careless.
What didn't work
- Bagels fall apart. The bagels are too soft and don't hold together properly. A basic bagel should maintain its structure through the meal.
- Poor assembly. Toppings are stacked without care or attention. No thought given to how the sandwich will hold together or taste as you eat.
- Sloppy execution. Everything feels rushed and careless. You can taste the lack of attention in every bite.
The verdict
Skip it (3/10). Mikey and Mels fails at the basic execution of a bagel sandwich. There are better breakfast options in DC.
Bagels that fall apart and sloppy assembly. A missed opportunity at a simple breakfast.