If you enjoy bagels, then January 15th is bound to be one of your favorite days. It’s National Bagel Day! This holiday was created to celebrate the bagel, a bready creation that became popular throughout North America in the late 20th century. All you need to do to celebrate is head to your local bagel shop and place an order. But what bagel shop should you visit for the occasion? Our REALTORS® have a few recommendations in the Long Island area.
- Bagel Basket Cafe: 629 Commack Road, Commack, NY 11725
Bagel Basket Cafe is a great place to grab a bagel after looking at Commack homes for sale. In addition to traditional bagels, they make flatter, crispier bagels called “flagels.” If you order your bagels to-go, they’ll send you home with your favorite cream cheese, too.One favorite at Bagel Basket Cafe is the garlic bagel, which is delicious with vegetable cream cheese. If you prefer a sweeter bagel, try the cinnamon raisin, which is loaded with raisins. You can’t go wrong with a rainbow bagel for kids!
- The Bagels NY: 17 Nassau Blvd., Garden City, NY 11530
The Bagels NY is a small but efficient bagel shop near many great Garden City homes for sale. Their bagels are a bit lighter and fluffier than most, but they still have that characteristic chewiness that customers love.While you can certainly just order a bagel at The Bagels NY, their bagel sandwiches are well worth a try. The Double Eggs sandwich features two eggs, your choice of meat, and cheese on a bagel of your choice. It’s great on a sesame bagel and even better on an everything bagel.
- Manhasset Bagels: 510 Pandome Road, Manhasset, NY 11030
Manhasset Bagels opened in 2006, and they’ve been making hand-rolled bagels ever since. They use the best-quality ingredients not only in their bagels but also in their salads and sandwiches. If you buy their bagels by the dozen or the half dozen, they give you an extra for free.If you’re hungry for a meal, try one of the special breakfast sandwiches at Manhasset Bagels. The Devil is a great choice; it comes loaded with chorizo, jack cheese, and avocado. Don’t forget to look at some Manhasset homes for sale while you’re in the area.
- Bagelry: 1 Park Ave., Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Bagelry is a good place to grab a bagel after looking at Rockville Centre homes for sale. They have some unique flavors, such as their Bacon Baja Bagel. Guests also love their Egg and Cheese Bagel Sandwiches.Bagelry also sells mini bagels, which are perfect to take home and prepare for weekday breakfasts. They make muffins and croissants, too, so consider those when you come back after National Bagel Day!
- Tulip Bagels: 175 Tulip Ave., Floral Park, NY 11001
Tulip Bagels makes delicious, chewy bagels, and they’ll spread almost any kind of cream cheese on one for you. Their Blueberry Cream Cheese has just the right amount of sweetness. Other popular options include Scallion Cream Cheese and Birthday Cake Cream Cheese.Tulip Bagels also sells bagel trays, which are great for parties. They come with butter and cream cheese. You can also order egg salad, sliced lox, or chicken salad on the side. And, thanks to the great location, you can look at some Floral Park homes for sale after you eat.
Enjoy your bagels on National Bagel Day and beyond. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you’re still looking for Suffolk County homes for sale or Nassau County homes for sale. Our agents can guide you in the right direction.