Where To Get Great Bagels Outside of New York
It is an undisputed fact that New York is the go-to destination when it comes to bagels. Firm on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside-- New York bagels don't even need to be toasted. While New York boasts the world's best bagels, there are some cities that are intent on serving top-notch bagels outside of The Empire State. These bagel shops are a reminder that you don't necessarily need to be in New York to enjoy a tasty bagel and schmear.
Belle's Bagels, Los Angeles
Located on the bustling York Boulevard in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Highland Park, Belle's Bagels serves up all of the classics as well as a wide assortment of original specialties like beet cream cheese. Grab a breakfast sandwich or opt for lunch instead with a pastrami sandwich on a fresh bagel.
El Bagel, Miami
What once was an at-home bakery evolved into a food truck before it became the Miami storefront that El Bagel is today. On a typical day you can anticipate an average thirty-minute wait, but there's no doubt it's worth it.
Pigeon Bagels, Pittsburgh
A noteworthy gem in the Pittsburgh food scene, Pigeon Bagels has been baking hand-rolled bagels in the predominantly Jewish Squirrel Hill neighborhood since 2019. Bagels are to-go only and you'll want to be sure to get in line early to secure your favorite flavor.
Flour Moon Bagels, New Orleans
Patrons frequent Flour Moon Bagels as much for the laid-back, colorful atmosphere as they do for the delicious bagels. In addition to standard spreads, you can order your bagel with specialities like carrot spread and tahini or labneh with strawberries.
Emerald City Bagels, Atlanta
Situated in East Atlanta Village, Emerald City Bagels looks as if it were cut right out of New York City and pasted into Atlanta. The bagel shop is known not only for excellent bagels, but incredibly unique flavors of cream cheese including ranch and toasted almond and fig.
Korshak Bagels, Philadelphia
Made from a wild yeast fermented starter, the bagels at Korshak Bagels undergo a 48-hour rising process before they are boiled and baked, which is why they are unlike any other bagel you'll find just about anywhere. A trip to Korshak Bagels yields not only traditional bagel flavors, but plenty of creative options, both savory and sweet.
Ruby's Bagels, Milwaukee
Ruby's Bagels serves up some of the tastiest bagels in Wisconsin through the window of a food track, offering specialty flavors like cinnamon-cranberry and rosemary sea salt, just to name a few. The line for Ruby's is often quite long, so consider ordering online before heading to the truck.
Berstein's Bagels, Portland
A West Coast haven for East Coast transplants, Bernsteins's Bagels is the go-to destination for bagel-seekers in Portland. Enjoy a mouthwatering classic breakfast sandwich or opt for one of the shop's specialties, like a bagel with cheeseburger (yes, you read that right) schmear.
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