Opening hours
Closed · opens 8:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
Local time in Lake Forest: 4:42 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (224) 436-8028 to confirm.
Location & directions
268 East DeerpathLake Forest, IL 60045
About Once Upon A Bagel
Once Upon A Bagel is a sandwich shop you'll find at 268 East Deerpath in Lake Forest, Illinois. Our Lake Forest guide covers 16 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Once Upon A Bagel is open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Monday).
On the menu: Deli dishes and American dishes.
You can reach the team at (224) 436-8028.
Quick facts
- Category
- Sandwich Shop · Deli, American
- Address
- 268 East Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045
- Phone
- (224) 436-8028
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Monday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 10 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for sandwich shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Once Upon A Bagel’s weekday schedule with 751 other sandwich shops in Illinois. On a typical weekday it opens at 8:00 AM, close to the local norm of 8:30 AM and closes at 6:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 54 hours a week, 37 hours fewer than the local median of 91. 95% of sandwich shops in Illinois open on Sundays, and Once Upon A Bagel is one of them.
Compared with 751 other sandwich shops in Illinois that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for sandwich shops across the US
Based on 42 menus with 769 priced items from sandwich shops across the US, the median menu item costs $7.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.29 and $10.98.
We don’t have Once Upon A Bagel’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what sandwich shops across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Roast Beef | 24% | $7.92 |
| French Fries | 21% | $5.99 |
| Ham | 21% | $4.29 |
| Onion Rings | 21% | $3.99 |
| Grilled Chicken Salad | 19% | $7.10 |
| Hot Dog | 19% | $5.49 |
| Turkey | 19% | $9.69 |
| Tuna Salad | 19% | $6.99 |
Calculated from 42 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What sandwich shops usually offer
Across 42 sandwich shops in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 88% offer takeout
- 81% offer delivery
- 81% have dine-in seating
- 76% take reservations
- 79% are described as good for kids
- 79% accept mobile payments
Ask Once Upon A Bagel directly at (224) 436-8028 to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Once Upon A Bagel there are 10 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 10 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (3), Sandwiches & Delis (2), Italian (1), and Mexican & Tex-Mex (1).
Competition is light: 1 other sandwich shop is within a mile and 2 within three miles. The closest is Lake Forest Food & Wine, < 0.1 mi away.
3 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Cafes & CoffeeLf Juice Shop< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsDunkin'< 0.1 mi
- VietnameseLe Colonial Lake Forest< 0.1 mi
- AmericanThe Peanut Gallery< 0.1 mi
- ItalianFrancesca's Intimo0.1 mi
What to expect at a sandwich shop
Delis and sandwich shops are a lunch institution: Jewish-style delis with pastrami and corned beef piled high, Italian delis with hoagies and imported cold cuts, sub shops, Philadelphia cheesesteak stands and modern sandwich counters. Many also sell prepared salads, soups and grocery items.
What to order
- Pastrami or corned beef on rye – the classic Jewish deli order
- Italian sub or hoagie – cured meats, provolone and oil and vinegar
- Cheesesteak – ask for it “wit” onions in Philadelphia
- Reuben – corned beef, Swiss, sauerkraut and Russian dressing
Good to know
- Lunchtime lines move fast if you know your order before you reach the counter.
- Many delis close in the late afternoon – check before planning a dinner visit.
- Half sandwiches with soup are a common, lighter option.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Once Upon A Bagel's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Is Once Upon A Bagel open on Sunday?
Yes, Once Upon A Bagel is open on Sundays: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Where is Once Upon A Bagel located?
Once Upon A Bagel is located at 268 East Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045.
What is the phone number of Once Upon A Bagel?
You can call Once Upon A Bagel at (224) 436-8028.
Is Once Upon A Bagel open late?
No, Once Upon A Bagel usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Once Upon A Bagel?
There are 10 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Once Upon A Bagel. Nearby options include Lf Juice Shop (< 0.1 mi), Dunkin' (< 0.1 mi), and Le Colonial Lake Forest (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other sandwich shops near Once Upon A Bagel?
1 other sandwich shop within a mile. The closest is Lake Forest Food & Wine, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do sandwich shops across the US cost?
Based on 42 menus with 769 priced items from sandwich shops across the US, the median menu item costs $7.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.29 and $10.98.
Nearby places
All in Lake Forest
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