New York bagels have a reputation that stretches far beyond the city’s five boroughs. Something about the water, the technique, and the city’s relentless energy makes them unlike anything else in the world.
From classic lox and cream cheese to creative new toppings, the bagel scene here is thriving. These 11 spots are the ones locals swear by before they even think about starting their morning.
Russ & Daughters – New York, New York
Since 1914, Russ & Daughters has been a Lower East Side legend. Few places carry this much history on a single bagel.
Their hand-rolled, boiled-and-baked bagels paired with silky smoked salmon and cream cheese have been feeding New Yorkers for over a century…