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Downtown just got a true boiled-bagel option: Northwest Bagels is now serving from a compact window at 190 High Street SE, bringing hand-rolled, kettle-boiled rounds made fresh daily with no preservatives to Salem. Hours, as of Dec. 2, 2025: Tue–Fri 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.; Sat 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.; closed Sun–Mon. The premise is simple—classic technique, minimal fuss, morning speed.
The shop soft-opened Oct. 17, drawing buzz for reclaiming a familiar corner near the Elsinore that previously housed Bearscat Bakehouse, 5 Star Donuts and, most recently, Syrian Chef Restaurant. Co-owner Corey Davis earlier told What Now Portland he was targeting an October debut, and Travel Oregon now lists the venue as a “bagel shop, espresso bar and market,” echoing its bakery‑and‑bodega plan.
On the board, Northwest Bagels keeps it concise: Plain, Sea Salt, Sesame, Everything, and Bacon Jalapeño Cheddar, plus rotating Poppy Seed, Cinnamon Raisin, Marionberry, Onion, Garlic, Whole Wheat, and Pumpernickel. Prices are posted: singles $3; half dozen $15 (one free); dozen $30 (two free); schmears +$2 (Plain, Garlic Chive, Strawberry). Breakfast sandwiches run $8—think Lox, Sausage Egg & Cheese, and the B.E.C.—with espresso, matcha, chai, cold brew, and fresh-pressed OJ…