I have visited Bagel Nash on the south side of Steeles Avenue West, just west of Dufferin before. I didn't realize that it has a location in Thornhill!
What stands out with this store is corn bagels. I have not seen this variety at any other bagel store. If you have been following me for even the last two months, you know that I have an healthy affection for bagels.
After having a late lunch at The Corned Beef House, I noticed this Bagel Nash two doors down. Should I go in? It wasn't even a question. My feet automatically walked me into the store.
Sugar-free cookies greeted me. Customers are interesting. Apparently, I was blocking a woman who was in a serious hurry on a Saturday afternoon.
I stood in front of the bagel section for what seemed to be ten minutes. The corn ones were there. I saw these huge sesame ones. There are Montreal-style bagels that have poppy and sesame seeds on them. There was also cinnamon and a bunch more.
Bagels are cheap here. A dozen go for $7. I went for it. I got four each of corn, Montreal, and jalapeno.
This place also had a wonderful selection of baked goods and breads. I want to get a croissant next time. You can also get a deli sandwich. I liked looking at all the cream cheese spreads. The challah looked amazing. I can see making a bread pudding with it in my cards.
I walked over to the cashout area. I let the woman know that I had a dozen bagels. She took me for my word, without even looking into my bag. Nice!
She asked if I needed freezer bags. Even though I can inhale a dozen bagels in a few days, I asked for them. I paid using my debit card. The woman was friendly and wished me a nice day. I reciprocated.
The freezer bags are wide. They aren't like the narrow ones that you typically get. They do the job.
I have had the Montreal and corn bagels already. The Montreal one is a bit thin, but is delicious. The corn bagel is larger and it's just how I remember it to be. It's chewy with a hint of sweetness.
I like this store. I'd come back. Staff are friendly and I love how fresh their bagels are.
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