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Best Bagels in Upper West Side

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Bagels & Co 7.9
Upper West Side (Central)
Bagels & Co is a long-running kosher dairy bagel shop at 79th and Amsterdam that serves hand-rolled bagels, classic spreads, and a surprisingly broad menu of dairy plates. It’s the kind of counter-service spot neighborhood regulars use for quick bagel breakfasts, coffee, and simple lunches with a kosher certificate.
Must-Try Dishes: Everything bagel with scallion cream cheese, Nova lox and cream cheese bagel sandwich, Toasted sesame bagel with tuna salad
Scores:
Value: 8.4 Service: 7.5 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 7.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Kosher neighborhood bagel counter balancing traditional New York bagels with a dairy-focused menu.
Who should go: Kosher-keeping locals craving straightforward bagel breakfasts or lunches.
When to visit: Weekday mornings or late afternoons to avoid peak brunch rush.
What to order: Everything bagel with scallion schmear, lox bagel, tuna on sesame.
Insider tip: On busy mornings, stick to bagel-and-spread orders for the fastest turnaround.