"I've been coming to Owens since before I actually moved to Charlotte, so I figure a review is long overdue. Owens is my go-to spot for breakfast bagels for their creative menu, delicious sandwiches, and unique vibe.\n\nWalking in for the first time can be a bit intimidating for a few reasons including the long line and expansive menu. I have no idea who put together their original menu, but it's worth a short read for entertainment. If you can't find something that grabs you, then you can't go wrong with making your own. I often lean on bacon, egg, cheddar with avacado. Hangover helper is a solid backup (and yes, it does help). \n\nI do like that they steam their bagels, which seems to meld the flavors together better than toasting. Be careful though, as the bagels are around 1 million degrees when you first get them. Also be sure to check out their strong coffee game that features local roasters and now cold brew on tap."^^ . "5"^^ . "0"^^ . "1"^^ . "2016-11-12T00:00:00"^^ . . . . "0"^^ .