The Great American Bagel- Palos Heights

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The Great American Bagel- Palos Heights

The Great American Bagel - Palos Heights is a restaurant and coffee shop located on S Harlem Avenue. They offer catering services, signature bagel bites, and homemade cream cheese options. Come for the delicious food and stay for the ever-changing decor!

Recent social media posts

03/22/2026

Catch us if you can.” 💨 Open until 2pm daily.

02/21/2026

01/31/2026

Love is in the air… and in the oven ❤️🥯
Our LIMITED-TIME Heart-Shaped Bagels are here for Valentine’s Day!
Only $2.99 each — baked fresh and perfect for sharing with someone you love (or keeping all to yourself 😉).
Available for a short time only, so don’t wait!

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01/29/2026

Hosting a Super Bowl party? 🏈
We cater! 🥯
Bagel platters, sandwiches, and more — perfect for game day crowds.
Call and get your order locked in!
🏈

12/31/2025

🎉✨ HAPPY NEW YEAR! ✨🎉
From our family to yours

As a family-owned business, we want to thank you for an incredible year. Your support, loyalty, and kindness truly mean everything to us. You are more than our customers — you are part of our extended family.

Thank you for sharing your mornings, traditions, and everyday moments with us. As we welcome the New Year, we wish you and your loved ones health, happiness, warmth, and success. Please celebrate safely, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another year of fresh bagels, great coffee, and familiar smiles.

🥯☕✨

📅 Holiday Notice
We will be CLOSED on New Year’s Day
to allow our team time to celebrate with their families.

12/25/2025

12/21/2025

Santa is here 10am-Noon!

12/15/2025

This Sunday! Come join Santa! 10am-Noon!

Address

12774 S Harlem Avenue
Palos Heights, IL
60463

To reach S Harlem Avenue in Palos Heights, you can take the Metra Rock Island District Line and get off at the Palos Heights Station. From there, walk south on S Harlem Avenue for approximately 10 minutes to reach your destination.

If driving, take the I-294 and exit at IL-83 towards Worth/Palos Heights. Turn right onto IL-83 N/S La Grange Road and then turn left onto W College Drive. Turn right onto S Harlem Avenue and continue straight until you reach your destination.

There is street parking available near the restaurant and coffee shop as well as a small parking lot adjacent to the building.

Opening Hours

Monday	6am - 2pm
Tuesday	6am - 2pm
Wednesday	6am - 2pm
Thursday	6am - 2pm
Friday	6am - 2pm
Saturday	7am - 2pm
Sunday	7am - 2pm

Website

http://www.greatamericanbagel.com/

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What people say

The Great American Bagel- Palos Heights is a must-visit restaurant and coffee shop located on S Harlem Avenue. This establishment has a lot to offer, from their delicious bagels to their homemade cream cheese, butter, and jelly. They also have an impressive catering menu that is perfect for any party needs. The staff at The Great American Bagel- Palos Heights are friendly and always ready to serve you with a smile. They go above and beyond to make their customers feel special by giving out flowers to mothers on Mother's Day and offering discounts to graduates who take their picture at the restaurant. The owners of this establishment are constantly making improvements, including adding new wall art for customers to enjoy. The Great American Bagel- Palos Heights is truly dedicated to providing the best possible experience for its customers, which is why it has become a favorite spot in the community. If you haven't visited this gem yet, be sure to stop by soon!

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