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    Kossar's Bagels & Bialys

    3.8 (67 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Wrapped bagel sandwich
    Laura R.

    In town for a concert and could not leave without some bagels. Easy to order online. Order was ready when we got there (skip the line and head in the other door to the register). Our bagel sandwiches were hot, fresh, and perfect. Love that they are wrapped in both paper and foil. My bacon, egg & cheddar on an everything bagel held its shape while I ate it in the car - nothing fell out - only lost some everything topping. And we ordered black & white cookies - very fresh and hit the spot after the bagel. Won't hesitate to stop back when in town.

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    Michelle L.

    Solid bagel stop in NYC! I tried a sesame bagel w scallion tofu and an everything bagel with the salmon delight cream cheese which is like lox spread with scallions. Both were very tasty and I thoroughly enjoyed them. However, I prefer my bagels with a softer exterior. I do enjoy popup's bagel "crust," if you will, but these were just too hard on the outside. I am still mourning the closure of my favorite bagel shop, Absolute. Overall, I will still return! I want to try their bialys!

    Erica K.

    There are probably not enough bagel spots to service the New York population, and Kossar's is just another blip on the map of the city. We tend to stop by for brunch and boy are the weekends rough, you're in a long line with others where you should spend the leisurely time scheming what to order-chances are your order will either be missing an ingredient or they gave you someone else's order. I ordered a #4 breakfast wrap and they missed the main star of the show: the smoked salmon! Even when I told them about it and the receipt was shown, they were still a bit skeptical and it took a good amount of time to even get the corrected wrap back. On top of the crazy wait for something so basic and simple, you somehow leave smelling like the oils/food they cook, which is not an alluring scent to surround others with. Wouldn't recommend going out of your way on stopping by at a Kossar's, but they're there for you when in a pinch.

    Whole wheat bagel with herb and garlic cream cheese
    Christina G.

    I stopped in for a bagel early on a Friday morning. The service was really quick and the staff were friendly. I noticed that the shop was clean and cozy, with some interesting pictures on the walls. I ordered a whole wheat bagel with herb and garlic cream cheese. The bagel was fresh and had a soft, chewy texture. The cream cheese was flavourful and full of fresh herbs. I really enjoyed my bagel and will be back soon!

    Egg bagel with Scallion Cream Cheese
    Chelsea C.

    The service was great and the bagel was delicious! We were in and out within a couple minutes. The bagel was delicious and had the perfect amount of cream cheese! The space was clean, bright, and cute! I'd come back again.

    Alisa J.

    The pastrami lox sandwich with the horseradish cream cheese was surprisingly very yummy. I added tomato which I'm glad I did. The black and white cookie was also so good. It may have been as good as my favorite Zabars one. Service was quick and the store was clean and a nice ambiance.

    Strawberry Cream Cheese on a delicious Bialy. Posted with review. 01/25/2025
    Marianne W.

    Kossar's Upper West Side is in my old neighborhood. It was very convenient when I was visiting over the 2024 holidays. Everyone knows I'm an early riser so their hours are perfect. In the past I've enjoyed the Everything and the Plain Pumpernickel Bagels. When I'm going to hang out with friends and I want a lighter breakfast I get the Bialy with cream cheese. Of all the bakeries I love their Bialy best! This day I had strawberry cream cheese with my Bialy. I'm amazed at how well they made use of the space for seating. I'd be here a lot if I still lived in the neighborhood! Kossar's is a historic NYC Bagel Shop. I'm recommending you go. I can't wait to go back!

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    Spencer K.

    Very solid bagels -- good flavour, texture and size. Salmon salad spread was exceptional. Service was fast and efficient snd pleasant. Tables were well spaced and did not feel like people were on top of me. Coffee was strong and slightly bitter, but quite good.

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    Phil H.

    First let me say the bagels are good. For some reason I think the ones at the lower east side location are better. But nonetheless they are good. Next, service. The staff tries hard to keep the line moving on a Sunday morning. Perhaps this was the worse time to come cause things moved very slowly. After getting my bagel I waited and waited and waited to get my coffee handed to me. I saw it just sitting on the counter waiting to be handed to me by the cashier who was focused on just ringing up other customers. Finally what really got to me, when i got outside the lid to the coffee was not properly secured and my coffee spilled all over the place. I'm sure if I went back inside I could have gotten a replacement. But the place was so busy I didn't want to wait for ever. So what ever stars I gave are for the bagel.

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    Vanessa A.

    Was barely a line when I visited. Ordered egg and cheese sandwich on an everything bagel. It was an okay sandwich; it's not becoming my go-to spot for a bagel (so don't have a bagel spot I love on UWS).

    Turkey Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich everything bagel
    Rebecca S.

    A very very very welcome addition to the neighborhood. Solid bagels, great orange juice, warm service and great bialys! I've tried the traditional bagel and cream cheese, the turkey bacon egg and cheese on a bagel (solid) and the tuna melt- hit or miss, one time ordered and great, another time it took forever and a half and was not great, Love the fresh squeezed orange juice, and the smoothies are refreshing. I do wish they would add lemonade to their menu so I could get an Arnold Palmer!

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    Really lovely place. Service with a smile, quick and the food is delicious. I visited twice in two days.

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    Bagels are average, coffee not great, prices high. Probably wouldn't want to come back here.

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    2 years ago

    Had breakfast today. Bagel was very good. Crunchy outside & chewy inside. Plenty of cream cheese but not too much. Lovely lox. I'll return.

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    1 year ago

    Their bagels are REALLY good. Sometimes has a line but never too crazy. Highly recommend.

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    2 years ago

    One of the best bagels I had in nyc as well as their coffee and babka. Try their pastrami and eggs or Salmon Lox Spread. Well done!

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    2 years ago

    Great customer service. They wrapped my bagels and bialys so securely for travel. Great bagels and bialys and friendly, accommodating staff.

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    2 years ago

    Delicious everything bagels & herb & onion cream cheese. Fresh squeezed OJ was very tasty too! Service was quick, would absolutely go back.

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    2 years ago

    The best bialys you can get. People were great, everything is so fresh. Only downside is the line... go early! Worth it!

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    If you are looking for a quintessential NYC bagel breakfast sandwich, Bagel to Sandwich (BTS) on W…read more40th is a must-visit. We stopped in around 9:30 AM on a Saturday, and the place was buzzing--a clear sign of its popularity. While it is strictly a "to-go" spot, the efficiency of the operation makes the morning rush manageable. The Logistics & Ordering The menu is expansive, spanning three screens with an incredible variety of bagel types, cream cheese flavors, meats, and cheeses. Despite the line, the ordering process was straightforward. A major plus: you have the option to have your bagel toasted before they assemble the sandwich. Our coffees were ready within 2-3 minutes, and the sandwiches followed about 10 minutes later--very reasonable given how busy they were. The Food I went with a classic Sausage, Egg, and Cheese on an Egg Bagel. * The Bagel: The egg bagel itself was phenomenal. It had that perfect, authentic texture that makes NYC bagels famous. * The Build: The sandwich was very generously portioned. Every bite was delicious, well-balanced, and exactly what you want from a hearty breakfast sandwich. The "Extras" One of the most charming and unexpected parts of BTS is their candy selection. They carry an array of nostalgic and "internet-famous" treats I didn't even realize were still in production (or existed at all!). Keep an eye out for: * Dr. Pepper Tic Tacs * Krispy Kreme Doughnut Jelly Beans * Strawberry Creams * Pickle Candy The Verdict Whether you're a local or just passing through, this is a top-tier spot for a reliable, high-quality NYC breakfast. Just be prepared for a crowd, but know that the payoff is worth the wait. If you are looking for a quintessential NYC bagel breakfast sandwich, Bagel to Sandwich (BTS) on W 40th is a must-visit. We stopped in around 9:30 AM on a Saturday, and the place was buzzing--a clear sign of its popularity. While it is strictly a "to-go" spot, the efficiency of the operation makes the morning rush manageable. The Logistics & Ordering The menu is expansive, spanning three screens with an incredible variety of bagel types, cream cheese flavors, meats, and cheeses. Despite the line, the ordering process was straightforward. A major plus: you have the option to have your bagel toasted before they assemble the sandwich. Our coffees were ready within 2-3 minutes, and the sandwiches followed about 10 minutes later--very reasonable given how busy they were. The Food I went with a classic Sausage, Egg, and Cheese on an Egg Bagel. * The Bagel: The egg bagel itself was phenomenal. It had that perfect, authentic texture that makes NYC bagels famous. * The Build: The sandwich was very generously portioned. Every bite was delicious, well-balanced, and exactly what you want from a hearty breakfast sandwich. The "Extras" One of the most charming and unexpected parts of BTS is their candy selection. They carry an array of nostalgic and "internet-famous" treats I didn't even realize were still in production (or existed at all!). Keep an eye out for: * Dr. Pepper Tic Tacs * Krispy Kreme Doughnut Jelly Beans * Strawberry Creams * Pickle Candy The Verdict Whether you're a local or just passing through, this is a top-tier spot for a reliable, high-quality NYC breakfast. Just be prepared for a crowd, but know that the payoff is worth the wait.

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