Below is a list of the top and leading Bagel Shops in New York. To help you find the best bagels located near you in New York, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.
New York’s Best Bagel Shops:
The top-rated Bagel Shops in New York are:
- Russ & Daughters – One of New York’s best and oldest bagel shops
- BO’s Bagels – A destination for handmade bagels with an assortment of spreads
- Tompkins Square Bagels– Provides a wide variety of cream cheese bagels
- Bagelworks – The go-to bagel place for Upper East Siders
- Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company – Your one-stop shop for big fluffy bagels
Russ & Daughters
Russ & Daughters has been on the same location for over a century and people are still lining up for their bagels despite the fact that they have expanded, having three additional stores located in Orchard Street, Brooklyn Navy Yards, and the Jewish Museum. Their delectable bagels are boiled in-house and are hand-rolled, making the perfect combination of chewy and hearty while also having the capacity to still hold toppings like pastrami and fish.
Products/Services:
High-end smoked fish, caviar & New York-style specialty foods
Location:
Address: 179 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002
Phone: (212) 475-4880 ext. 1
Website: russanddaughters.com
REVIEWS:
The wait was SUPER LONG!! We were able to go around and explore the area before our table was ready. I really love the idea how all the ingredients come in a board and you build the bagel the way you like it! I think the experience and the food was amazing!! Though the price was more than if you went to a local cafe for a tasty bagel. – Tracy P.
BO’s Bagels
BO’s Bagels was launched in 2017 after couple Ashley Dikos and Andrew Martinez couldn’t find bagel shop options in Harlem that satisfied their cravings. Now they serve traditionally made bagels that are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. BO’s bagels are fermented for an entire 24 hours and are boiled and baked to perfection with the accompaniment of the traditional spreads. They also serve sandwiches like their trademark Andrew with egg, scallion cream cheese, and a whole lot more.
Products/Services:
Traditional handmade bagels, spreads & deli items
Location:
Address: 235 W 116th St, New York, NY 10026
Phone: (917) 902-8345
Website: bosbagels.com
REVIEWS:
We absolutely love Bo’s Bagels on any day, but certainly (almost) every weekend. All of their bagels, fishes and spreads — and there’s a wide variety — are made fresh daily (and multiple times throughout the day). Great for take-out. Let’s all help support Bo’s and keep their employees paid and doors open! – Micah Jesse
Tompkins Square Bagels
Tompkins Square Bagels is arguably one of the most popular bagel places in NYC for New Yorkers and out-of-towners alike. Tompkins boasts a wide variety of their popular cream cheese options alongside their massive menu of sandwiches, salads, and beverages that can satiate any kind of appetite at any point of the day.
Products/Services:
Hand-rolled bagels, sandwiches, pastries & coffee
Location:
Address: 165 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
Phone: (646) 351-6520
Website: tompkinssquarebagels.com
REVIEW:
Tompkins Square Bagels was amazing. I’ve been trying the different bagel shops in the neighborhood and this one is top tier. I ordered an Everything bagel toasted with Avocado and they delivered it with so much Avocado. We sat in the grass in the park and enjoyed the day! – Marcus Smith
Bagelworks
Bagelworks is the go-to morning bite for Upper East Siders that boasts long lines in the morning. Their bagels are a bit smaller but heartier than their normal counterpart, making each bite fuller. Besides offering the classic spreads, Bagelworks also offer Jewish-themed snacks like black and white cookies and knishes. Kosher lovers will find themselves in their happy place with the abundance of meats that you can swap with the standard sausage.
Products/Services:
Bagels, Paninis, and Burgers
Location:
Address: 1229 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10065
Phone: (212) 744-6444
Website: bagelworks.com
REVIEWS:
Always the most scrumptious bagels! Perfectly chewy and soft. These are made fresh daily right in front of you. We get the sausage egg and cheese on everything bagels almost every Saturday morning. There can be a line but it’s worth it! – Crystal Chiang
Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee
Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee boasts long lines of customers waiting to get their hands on Brooklyn’s big fluffy bagels. They also have a strong selection of smoked sandwiches, cream cheeses, mini bagels, and specialties like their gingerbread bagel. Another charming thing about this place is that you can make your own salads, allowing you to give your own personal touch to your meal. Brooklyn Bagel is also vegan-friendly with their assortment of plant-based milks available for their beverages.
Products/Services:
Bagels & assorted spreads
Location:
Address: 286 8th Ave, New York, NY 10001
Phone: (212) 924-2824
Website: bkbagel.com
REVIEWS:
One of the best bagels I’ve tried in NYC and I don’t seek out bagels. My husband really wanted to come and try their whitefish spread. Their bagel had the perfect balance of density and chewiness. I ordered the Nova sandwich with scallions cream cheese. It was really good. Highly recommend it. – Teresa C.
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