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I want to love their counter. I really do. But I said heavy veggie cream cheese, and this ain't it... It looks like the cream cheese has been scraped off, and the other half was just as bare. It's really hit or miss here and the bagels aren't reliably good. I will try their ice cream sometime, but will pass for breakfast.
I love Zabar's market! They have a lot of speciality items that I can't find at home. I purchased some goodies and some merch and just had a fun time looking around the store. They have a little bit of everything from prepared foods, a bakery, deli counter, caviar, coffee, tea, and so much more. I also stopped into the cafe to get a bagel with butter. It was late morning so the shop wasn't very busy. However, it took a long time to get my bagel and I couldn't figure out why. Some of the staff were just waiting around and it seemed like one guy was making all of the orders. Anyways, my bagel was great.
There's a number of items on the menu at Zabar's that I'd still have to go back and try, but we were on a tight schedule and had a time crunch this trip to the city. We went in and got two things of the numerous items that we had on the list. We got the black and whites, as well as a couple of chocolate babka. The cookies themselves were just alright. However, the babka, my mouth is watering thinking of it. It's a shame it'll be a while before I'm back on the UWS, because I'd go back this moment to try the other things on the menu. The babka was definitely a standout. The bread itself was good, and the filling was great. I'd eat that again and again and again. Just on that, this place makes me want to return. There are a number of things I'd still like to try, but that babka was that good that it'd be a good reason by itself to return.
This market/deli has everything. I don't know how someone shops here and doesn't buy way too much good food. We barely controlled ourselves.
This iconic family owned gourmet food store in the Upper West Side of Manhattan is famous for its bagels, smoked fish, lox and salmon, coffee, cheeses, olives, deli favorites, a housewares section and baked goods. Founded in 1934, it's a NYC institution. It is fun to walk around to see everything. I purchased a box of the Black and White cookies $11.98. They were delicious.
Store was pretty empty when we stopped by on a Saturday afternoon for lunch which was a pleasant surprise. I got the prosciutto panini which consists of fresh prosciutto mozzarella, tomato, and basil, on ciabatta. The bread had lots of flavor, and the meat was nice and fresh. The portion was large, I actually had some leftover which is unusual for me. The store did get a little busier, but was still a lot more empty than I've seen it on previous visits. They have some small tables to sit at which was very convenient.
Breakfast burrito was mid, could tell it was premade because the very center was cold like it was not heated properly after refrigeration. Not much meat inside. The chocolate babka was really good though.
This is an amazing market/store. Everything you need for a picnic or for cooking at home. The produce is amazing and the cheese and meats are second to none. Obviously a local place but has an enchanting historic vibe. Definitely worth a trip to experience if you're in the area.
Having grown up in the nabe, this deli holds a special place in my heart. On a cool summer morning, stopped in for coffee and an onion bagel with shmear, all for $7.50 -- a deal! The place was busy with happy diners chomping and slurping.
Zabar is definitely a culinary experience in New York City. Plenty of prepared food, pickles, nova salmon, coffee beans, bread. The store looks cramped with products, some are unique that you can't find anywhere else. Definitely check it out when you're visiting.
This is a specialty grocer with a zillion great products. They also have a bakery department and a bagel sandwich department, both of which you need to visit. The cheese department is at the entrance and if you are a cheese freak, this will be your happy place. The chocolate rugelach were the best I have ever had. The cinnamon ones were fine but the chocolate ones were phenomenal. I wish I had bought more than just two. Apparently, "nova" is different than lox. They look and taste the same to me but I am clearly a novice. The nova bagel sandwich, with tomatoes, capers, onions, and a huge shmear of cream cheese, was fantastic. The counter man probably spent five minutes carefully cutting the nova slices. It was a thing of beauty to watch and weirdly relaxing. I did not love the potato garlic knish. It was very dense and a massive belly bomb. However, if you love garlic more than life itself, this may be for you. Trust me, no vampires will get within a mile of you if you eat this thing. If I lived close to a shop like this, and had a lot of disposable income, it would be spent here. This is well worth a visit.
It's heaven inside Zabar's! I have never been anywhere like it. A long time Institution and it was my 1st time there. Loved the appetizering counters (meats, cheese, bakery, etc) I have mail ordered Cinnamon Babka so I could have a slice of New York at home. I wanna go back!!
This store is located on a busy street with lots of activity and people coming in and out. This store sells more than just coffee and bagels. This is a mega store of appetizing, deli, bakery, and many, many food products - some you've never seen. Upstairs is a store of gadgets and kitchen toys and loads of merchandise. This store requires some time to get through. It's so big and interesting that you need to stroll causally. This is well worth your time if you're visiting locally. I will certainly stroll back through when I'm back in the area.
25 days ago
1 month ago
I work in the area and have been passing by this store for a while. To be fair, the only reason I gave it 3 stars is because the bagel wasn't as fresh as I would've liked. I absolutely love their freshly squeezed lemonade ! I usually go to a bagel shop, but I wanted to give this place a try. TBH, I really want to try one of their fresh deli-cut sandwiches because during my breaks, I always see so many people eating them and they look so good. I'll definitely be going back, just probably not for a bagel. I got the toasted everything bagel with scallion cream cheese. Overall, I'm looking forward to trying some of their other options! read more
2 months ago
I want to love their counter. I really do. But I said heavy veggie cream cheese, and this ain't it... It looks like the cream cheese has been scraped off, and the other half was just as bare. It's really hit or miss here and the bagels aren't reliably good. I will try their ice cream sometime, but will pass for breakfast. read more
I love Zabar's market! They have a lot of speciality items that I can't find at home. I purchased some goodies and some merch and just had a fun time looking around the store. They have a little bit of everything from prepared foods, a bakery, deli counter, caviar, coffee, tea, and so much more. I also stopped into the cafe to get a bagel with butter. It was late morning so the shop wasn't very busy. However, it took a long time to get my bagel and I couldn't figure out why. Some of the staff were just waiting around and it seemed like one guy was making all of the orders. Anyways, my bagel was great. read more
There's a number of items on the menu at Zabar's that I'd still have to go back and try, but we were on a tight schedule and had a time crunch this trip to the city. We went in and got two things of the numerous items that we had on the list. We got the black and whites, as well as a couple of chocolate babka. The cookies themselves were just alright. However, the babka, my mouth is watering thinking of it. It's a shame it'll be a while before I'm back on the UWS, because I'd go back this moment to try the other things on the menu. The babka was definitely a standout. The bread itself was good, and the filling was great. I'd eat that again and again and again. Just on that, this place makes me want to return. There are a number of things I'd still like to try, but that babka was that good that it'd be a good reason by itself to return. read more
This iconic family owned gourmet food store in the Upper West Side of Manhattan is famous for its bagels, smoked fish, lox and salmon, coffee, cheeses, olives, deli favorites, a housewares section and baked goods. Founded in 1934, it's a NYC institution. It is fun to walk around to see everything. I purchased a box of the Black and White cookies $11.98. They were delicious. read more
Store was pretty empty when we stopped by on a Saturday afternoon for lunch which was a pleasant surprise. I got the prosciutto panini which consists of fresh prosciutto mozzarella, tomato, and basil, on ciabatta. The bread had lots of flavor, and the meat was nice and fresh. The portion was large, I actually had some leftover which is unusual for me. The store did get a little busier, but was still a lot more empty than I've seen it on previous visits. They have some small tables to sit at which was very convenient. read more
3 months ago
Breakfast burrito was mid, could tell it was premade because the very center was cold like it was not heated properly after refrigeration. Not much meat inside. The chocolate babka was really good though. read more
This is an amazing market/store. Everything you need for a picnic or for cooking at home. The produce is amazing and the cheese and meats are second to none. Obviously a local place but has an enchanting historic vibe. Definitely worth a trip to experience if you're in the area. read more
3 months ago
Having grown up in the nabe, this deli holds a special place in my heart. On a cool summer morning, stopped in for coffee and an onion bagel with shmear, all for $7.50 -- a deal! The place was busy with happy diners chomping and slurping. read more
Zabar is definitely a culinary experience in New York City. Plenty of prepared food, pickles, nova salmon, coffee beans, bread. The store looks cramped with products, some are unique that you can't find anywhere else. Definitely check it out when you're visiting. read more
This is a specialty grocer with a zillion great products. They also have a bakery department and a bagel sandwich department, both of which you need to visit. The cheese department is at the entrance and if you are a cheese freak, this will be your happy place. The chocolate rugelach were the best I have ever had. The cinnamon ones were fine but the chocolate ones were phenomenal. I wish I had bought more than just two. Apparently, "nova" is different than lox. They look and taste the same to me but I am clearly a novice. The nova bagel sandwich, with tomatoes, capers, onions, and a huge shmear of cream cheese, was fantastic. The counter man probably spent five minutes carefully cutting the nova slices. It was a thing of beauty to watch and weirdly relaxing. I did not love the potato garlic knish. It was very dense and a massive belly bomb. However, if you love garlic more than life itself, this may be for you. Trust me, no vampires will get within a mile of you if you eat this thing. If I lived close to a shop like this, and had a lot of disposable income, it would be spent here. This is well worth a visit. read more
It's heaven inside Zabar's! I have never been anywhere like it. A long time Institution and it was my 1st time there. Loved the appetizering counters (meats, cheese, bakery, etc) I have mail ordered Cinnamon Babka so I could have a slice of New York at home. I wanna go back!! read more
This store is located on a busy street with lots of activity and people coming in and out. This store sells more than just coffee and bagels. This is a mega store of appetizing, deli, bakery, and many, many food products - some you've never seen. Upstairs is a store of gadgets and kitchen toys and loads of merchandise. This store requires some time to get through. It's so big and interesting that you need to stroll causally. This is well worth your time if you're visiting locally. I will certainly stroll back through when I'm back in the area. read more
When a place has been around as long as Zabar's (#1) and still family owned and operated, it becomes an institution. As one of the most iconic Jewish establishments in the city, they've been a fixture on the Upper West Side selling bagels, coffee, fish, cheeses, and a myriad of traditional pastries. They are a historic part of New York City and one that is not to be missed. On the outside, it looks like a glorified grocery store, but stepping inside is like a visit back in time. There is no modern aesthetic with a pretentious vibe, this is as real as it gets. The aisles are tight, the crowds can be fierce, even the staff can get pushy, so it's not all roses here. It's also not just grocery but also a housewares store which specializes in cookware, kitchenware, with plenty of house tsotchkes (#2) but it's an experience and the kind of place where tradition and NY practically are mixed into one place. Some highlights include a dedicated coffee section with in-house roasted blends, as well as a fish counter with cured and smoked fish, ranging from salmon to white fish salads. There is an olive station showcasing some very impressive variety and cheeseheads will love their selection of cheeses from all over the globe. The latter is some of the best I've seen in all of NYC. And of course, there are endless Jewish delicacies here from common items like bagels and latkes to Ashkenazi specialties such as blintzes, knishes, and matzo ball soup. The black and white cookies are excellent, as are their reuben sandwiches. One shouldn't leave without trying their incredible chocolate and cinnamon babkas. It really is worth the hype and makes for an excellent gift. There are definitely some non-Jewish items that feel super random such as jambalaya, ropa vieja, grilled paninis, Greek salads, and multiple Italian specialties that I think were brought in to appease the crowds coming from all over. While I don't discount their versatility with other cuisines, I don't necessarily recommend them over anything they specialize in. The prices have crept up over the years, but it's still affordable given how premium the neighborhood has become. Folks who can't make their way here should consider ordering their products online, since they can ship almost anything across the country. Seating is a challenge and the only seating that I'm aware of is on the corner where frozen yogurt is also being sold. It's likely going to be crowded, so I would recommend walking two blocks down to the Riverside area and heading to River Run Playground / Hudson River and enjoying a little nature, people watching, and views of the NJ skyline. (#3) ___________ (#1) Just short of a century. (#2) A common Yiddish term in NY that basically means small items, that could be knick-knacks, trinkets, or swag. (#3) I know this sounds like a joke, but NJ is looking more and more skyscraper laden these days. read more
6 months ago
The New York institution. Came here with a local and got the hookup. Instead of buying the made bagels and nova, we bought some loose bagels, the salmon pieces in the cooler and a half pint of schmear. The result is a fully loaded breakfast that is off the charts. The salmon here is the best I have ever had and at a great value. This will be a standard for me whenever I am in NYC. read more
This is the best place in NYC for amazing smoked fish. We were recently there right after the passing of the owner. The shop had a little memorial to him. The prices in the cheese department are still very affordable and the selection is immense. We purchased olives, bagels, lox, sable, herring etc for a fantastic feast. They also roast their coffee beans, have a cafe next door, do catering and the household department on the second floor has every gadget you ever wanted and many that you never knew existed! I live in California but as an ex New Yorker Zabar''s is always on my most do list. The rye bread is so delicious as well. read more
3 months ago
6 months ago
Cute bakery in the upper west side. There isn't much seating and it took about 10 minutes for our food to be ready. The bacon, egg, and cheese in a roll was okay, nothing special. The babka was so delirious, I would order again! read more
I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Of course I appreciate it so much more now that I no longer live in NYC and miss it dearly. I make it a point to shop here every time I come home to visit and order their coffee on Z-Peat! I am shocked I never wrote a review! This is the only location and they have a cafe attached for grab and go coffee and some food. I think I have been in the cafe once or twice. When you first enter the store, the wonderful cheese section bombards you. There are so many different cheeses from around the world, you are definitely bound to find rare ones you will love. They have packaged cheeses and then a counter with like 100 other cheeses they can cut for you. There is an upstairs that has everything but food. Kitchen supplies, merchandise, Zabars swag that you have to pay for when you are up there. I have found some unique kitchen goods up there. It reminds me of the shops I have visited every time I went to visit my family in Europe. To get upstairs, there is only one way up & down, which is right after the cheese section. Then there's a cake counter in the back. Omg all the desserts I ordered from there are amazing. There are also shelves of nuts and dried fruits there. There is a deli section, where you can get all sorts of meats, prepared meals, soups. Of course there is a seafood section. I mostly visit the bakery and coffee counters. It is a decent sized store but very jam packed with products and people. I have never went there when it was dead. The staff is 50/50 on friendliness. I cannot recall many employees smiling when I have been there all these years. We have been shopping here as a family for over 20 years and I easily spend $150 each visit. read more
3 months ago
I'm usually not a fan of lox but their bagel and lox sandwich with onion and capers was so good. Their everything bagel with scallion cream cheese was also good. We ordered several bagels to go and eating in the next day was still great. I'd come back for the bagels but they also have a lot of specialty items like cheese, meats, spices. read more
1 year ago
The Classic Nova sandwich at Zabar's is exactly what you'd expect from an NYC institution - their signature everything bagel with scallion cream cheese and piled-high nova salmon. When it first arrived, that freshly toasted bagel had the perfect crisp exterior giving way to a chewy center. Fair warning though - by the time I was halfway through (about 15 minutes later), the toasted bagel had firmed up more than I'd like. That initial perfect texture gave way to something a bit too crunchy. Maybe it's the double-toasting effect from their preparation? Still, the quality ingredients shine through - the nova salmon is some of the best I've had (thick-cut and buttery), and the scallion cream cheese adds just the right zing. At nearly $20 with tax, it's definitely a splurge for a bagel sandwich, but you're paying for that authentic Zabar's experience. Pro tip: Eat this immediately at the counter for peak texture. And maybe ask for light toasting if you're not diving in right away! read more
16 days ago
1 year ago
What an amazing gem of a store! Worth a trip uptown. This place is a beautifully cluttered hodgepodge of all things gourmet and delicious. More cheese than I've ever seen. Fantastic housewares too! I have never seen more different kinds of smoked fish! I learned the different kinds of lox, belly lox, etc. . My husband and I stocked up on amazing side dishes (everything from fresh salads, to hot dishes, pasta salads, etc.). We WILL be back!!! read more
9 months ago
Zabar's needs some improvement when it comes to refunding items that don't make it into your bag. I've already been twice this week. Day 2, I only purchased 2 items, as the other items I returned to purchase weren't in stock. You can see I checked out at 7:17 & they close at 7:30. Got home and 1 of the TWO items I purchased was not in the Zabar's bag. I call tonight, explained to the manager what happened, and that I only bought two items. The manager tells me to "bring the receipt in so we can track the item". What kind of customer service is this? Your cashier is busy chatting with her colleague about store closing, doesn't put both items in the bag, and now I have to pay MORE money to get back uptown, so you can "track the ($4) item"??? NOPE. The day before this, I spent over $150, not a single item missing. I recommend that you watch them like hawks as they ring your items and make sure everything makes it in the bag. I posted a photo of both receipts, side by side, Dec 15th & Dec 16th, to verify this. It's sad that an actual manager thinks this is acceptable customer service. That said, I will say that I had such warm, friendly, and competent service from Destini L on Dec. 15th. Perhaps Destini L. would be a better candidate than the manager who took my phone call tonight (Dec 17th). read more
2 months ago
10 months ago
Zabar's has been on my NYC bucket list for a long time. I walked around pretty slowly and made sure I saw it all. I left with 3 lbs of coffee, a small tray of noodle kugel, and a few gifts. The service was friendly and speedy. It's a NY institution and I'm glad i got to see it! read more
It's good to be back in the foodie Mecca. Disappointed that a few of the items I wanted upstairs were not in stock. All of the gourmet prepared food items looked outrageous. The warm, homemade strudels, knishes. ... the homemade pasta and outrageous appetizing is like no place else read more
Zabars... a New York institution and a world famous gourmet food store. Known for its smoked fish, bagels and prepared foods, it's always fun to walk around. The cheese selection is incredible, and there's no shortage of tempting sweets and baked goods. Always fun to walk around. Second floor has a nice housewares department. read more
5 months ago
A New York Institution! The appetizing counter, cheese, breads, meats and bakery. I was in heaven. Iconic. read more
1 year ago
Honestly, what can be said about Zabar's that hasn't been said already. This is so much more than a supermarket on the UWS. It's an institution, it's an icon, it's a family owned business that has served the community for almost 100 years. I love coming here for the lox, which runs about $64/lb currently, though my favorite section of the store is their mustard selection. They have everything from French classics like Maille (RIP Maille mustard bar) and Edmond Fallot to domestic finds like Terrapin Ridge and Stonewall Kitchen. read more
2 years ago
They need to do some serious employee retraining at this place based on my experience. Despite the fact that the counter was not busy at noon on a Sunday, and there were 5+ workers back there, service to assemble 2 bagels was incredibly slow. They also messed up the order with the incorrect cream cheese flavor on one of the bagels. The amount of cream cheese on the other bagel was pathetic (see the photo). The packaging job on the bagel with lox had part of the bagel sticking out of it. What a disappointment. read more
8 months ago
Zabars is a one of a kind store that's been operating at the same location to close to a hundred years. Buses pull up with tourists who need to experience Zabar's to enjoy theiir smoked lox,( even if they have to wait up to an hour! ) . If you're lucky, you might get Ray, who's been working behind the llox and smoked fish counter for decades! While I live on the east side of Manhattan, when we're entertaining friends for brunch or lunch, I'll come here for everything from their whitefish salad to their delicious homemade apple studel! I think they have the best and freshest roasted coffee beans and i believe they sell over 10,000 pounds a week! Since i work on the west side, sometimes, I'll just come by to breathe in all the aromas of the different food departments. And upstairs tgey sell every imaginable kitchen appliance as well as the finest knives , pots and all kinds of cool merchandise! And tgey are open 365 days a year! read more
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Do they sell foie gras? Not just pate, but whole or sliced foie gras?
Yes & there is a back case of various pate's as well
Does Zabars still sell caviar?
I saw a few tins (French blue) of Russian Sevruga Malossol there a week before Christmas? However, it could be that it is a specialty food during the holiday. Perhaps call their catering line & see how/when they offer it & if it is for purchase…
Do they still sell cookware?
YES! They have a full line of everything and anything you could think for the kitchen upstairs on the second floor it's amazing.
What percentage of whole wheat flour is used in the whole wheat bagel? Asking for someone with dietary restrictions.
17.345%
Do they still have onion rolls? I've seen a few reviews that mention them but they are a couple of years old.
Yes
Do they have truffle butter here?
They are probably the densest deli and supermarket in NY. I would (almost) guarantee the do since they have always had ANYTHING I've wanted
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