Two crazy technologists who have a deep love for bagels (and dogs!)
Jason & Michelle set out to craft NJ/NY-style bagels in Colorado Springs. Jason left his tech career for it; Michelle just added it to hers. It got out of hand - wonderfully.
From NJ roots to the Rockies.
Bella's started with a simple grievance: you couldn't get a proper New Jersey bagel anywhere near Pikes Peak. So Jason and Michelle — two technologists with a deep love for bagels and a dog named Bella, started baking from scratch, every morning, old-school.
Everything is made in-house: the bagels, the schmears, the sandwiches the pastries, and the drinks.The shop off Powers and Old Ranch doubled in size, the awards started arriving, and in early 2027 the second act opens at Creekwalk: Bella's Bagels & Bistro.
Jason takes the leap. Michelle sticks the landing.
“Jason is the risk-taker, the visionary, the ‘let's go for it' one. Michelle is the planner, the stabilizer, the one who wants to think it through.”
Two entrepreneurs, one marriage, a couple of kids, several very good dogs, and a bagel shop that got wonderfully out of hand.
The Bella's constants.
Authentic NJ/NY bagels, made from scratch every morning — baked for boosting happiness.
Every sandwich answers to one of the family's dogs over the past 25+ years. There are even Doggie Bagels on the menu, because dogs deserve bagels too.
Catering that shows up turn-key — boxes, beautiful platters, and Loyal Coffee that make you the hero.
Bellas Bagels & Bistro is currently in design for the Creekwalk Shopping Center on the corner of Cheyenne and S. Nevada. It's literally on a creek!
Somehow, we keep making the news.
The awards are real and we are incredibly grateful for your support
Schmear
of the Year
The West Coast’s bagel championship crowned our Pueblo Green Chile Cream Cheese #1. Colorado heat on an LA stage.
Food & Wine covered the fest →Top 100 Local Businesses
Awarded TOP 25 local food business in the country by Yelp in 2025
Best of the Springs ’26
Decided by the people who stand in our line every week.
“Absolutely perfect every time. The best bagels I have had and their sandwiches are unmatched. I have tried about every bagel on their menu now and each bagel is spectacular with a crusty outer shell and chewy inside. The owner is also super…”
“Got the Lox with an everything bagel with veggie cream cheese — absolutely out of this world food experience. We also got our 3 dogs the doggie bagels (they devoured them in one hot second). Highly recommend this place over every single…”
“While visiting Colorado Springs last week, my husband and I had the good luck to stumble into Bella’s Bagels for a quick breakfast. What a treat!! As we waited for our delicious breakfast bagels, we watched the crew work like a well oiled machine.”
“Possibly one of the best bagels I have ever had! I had the Cooper on rosemary and olive oil bagel, my family had The Bella and the Buddy. Everyone liked their food very much! All of the bagels are named after the owner’s pets, which is super cute!”
“We ordered The Bella (fried egg, bacon, American cheese) on Asiago and Everything bagels. The bagels are generously cheesed with a good portion of bacon and egg. Perfectly balanced texture: tender on the inside with a slight chew that doesn’t fight back.”
“Absolutely perfect every time. The best bagels I have had and their sandwiches are unmatched. I have tried about every bagel on their menu now and each bagel is spectacular with a crusty outer shell and chewy inside. The owner is also super…”
“Got the Lox with an everything bagel with veggie cream cheese — absolutely out of this world food experience. We also got our 3 dogs the doggie bagels (they devoured them in one hot second). Highly recommend this place over every single…”
“While visiting Colorado Springs last week, my husband and I had the good luck to stumble into Bella’s Bagels for a quick breakfast. What a treat!! As we waited for our delicious breakfast bagels, we watched the crew work like a well oiled machine.”
“Possibly one of the best bagels I have ever had! I had the Cooper on rosemary and olive oil bagel, my family had The Bella and the Buddy. Everyone liked their food very much! All of the bagels are named after the owner’s pets, which is super cute!”
“We ordered The Bella (fried egg, bacon, American cheese) on Asiago and Everything bagels. The bagels are generously cheesed with a good portion of bacon and egg. Perfectly balanced texture: tender on the inside with a slight chew that doesn’t fight back.”
“I don’t eat bagels out of my house, ever, until now. I have made bagels for over 25 years and continue to make dozens — this is the first time I have had a fresh, hot out of the oven bagel apart from my own kitchen. Staff were friendly without…”
“This place is adorable! The bagels, schmeer, wide selection of bagel sandwiches are super delicious. Each sandwich is named after the owner’s special fur babies. Genius! You get to see pictures of them on the wall. The staff are…”
“Had the best time of my life eating this bagel. Went to Cottonwood Creek park for a picnic with my girl and the dog — got Bella’s bagel and it slapped. I’d definitely say get there early enough to see the full selection! Great bagels and great vibes.”
“Service is amazing! Food is just as amazing. Every time I come I customize a bagel with avocado spread, tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar. It’s to die for and my favorite avocado bagel in town! If you’re looking for something else I also recommend The Bella!”
“Awesome bagels!! Best in the Springs.”
“I don’t eat bagels out of my house, ever, until now. I have made bagels for over 25 years and continue to make dozens — this is the first time I have had a fresh, hot out of the oven bagel apart from my own kitchen. Staff were friendly without…”
“This place is adorable! The bagels, schmeer, wide selection of bagel sandwiches are super delicious. Each sandwich is named after the owner’s special fur babies. Genius! You get to see pictures of them on the wall. The staff are…”
“Had the best time of my life eating this bagel. Went to Cottonwood Creek park for a picnic with my girl and the dog — got Bella’s bagel and it slapped. I’d definitely say get there early enough to see the full selection! Great bagels and great vibes.”
“Service is amazing! Food is just as amazing. Every time I come I customize a bagel with avocado spread, tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar. It’s to die for and my favorite avocado bagel in town! If you’re looking for something else I also recommend The Bella!”
“Awesome bagels!! Best in the Springs.”
