Northside is about to get a fresh shot of carbs. The Bagel Group is moving into 4172 Hamilton Avenue, where new signage already marks the storefront while crews finish a modest interior buildout. Co-owner Theodore Wininger says the team is shooting for an early-spring debut and plans to lean on hand-rolled bagels and deli-style steamed sandwiches. Inside, workers have been installing kitchen equipment and rolling fresh paint on the walls as they get ready for a compact counter-service operation geared toward the breakfast and lunch rush.
Wininger told What Now Columbus that the crew is hoping to open by April 1, with a menu centered on hand-rolled bagels, deli meats and steamed sandwiches. According to the outlet, the business was registered with the Ohio Secretary of State on May 30, and the owners are waiting on permits from the City of Cincinnati before they lock in a firm opening date. What Now Columbus also pointed readers to the shop’s Instagram, where the team has been dropping buildout clips and early peeks at the menu.
Former tenant and neighborhood fit
The Hamilton Avenue space most recently housed Katch the Kitchen, which moved from a food truck into the brick-and-mortar location, per CityBeat. That history suggests The Bagel Group is stepping into a spot that is already familiar to local foot traffic and well suited to morning and midday customers.
Timeline and permits
As reported by What Now Columbus, the owners say they are in permit limbo for the moment, waiting on city approvals and inspections to clear the way for an April 1 target. A recent video shared by the team shows staff installing kitchen add-ons and painting interior walls, and the outlet notes that the exterior signage is already in place for passersby to spot.
What to expect on the menu
Early descriptions from The Bagel Group tease hand-rolled bagels in straightforward varieties, including plain, everything and sesame, along with deli meats and steamed sandwiches built for quick weekday orders. For the latest buildout shots and menu updates, the owners are steering people to Instagram at @bagelgroupcinci.
