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(212) 260-2252
359 1ST Ave
New York,
NY
10010
40.7355
-73.9797
Neighborhoods: Stuyvesant Town, Midtown
Hours:
Mon 06:00 AM-09:00 PM
Tue 06:00 AM-09:00 PM
Wed 06:00 AM-09:00 PM
Thu 06:00 AM-09:00 PM
Fri 06:00 AM-09:00 PM
Sat 06:00 AM-05:00 PM
Sun 06:00 AM-05:00 PM
Ess-a-Bagel
Last updated 11.11.09
What People Are Saying About Ess-a-Bagel
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The Scene – The interior of Ess-a-Bagel, which opened in 1976 near the northwestern edge of Stuyvesant Town, has all the appeal of a breakfast nook at a Howard Johnson's, with a chintzy chandelier dangling from a drop ceiling and green metal patio chairs for seating. You want to make something of it? This place is also about attitude--even little old ladies aren't immune from the scorn of the guys behind the counter. – – The Food – The bagels are big and meaty, with a fluffy interior and a good hard shell of an exterior. They're large and flavorful enough to serve as a…
Best bagels in NYC
by OgerpJr
Bagels are more expensive but are hearty.
You know a bagel is good when toasting it does it no justice.
Order it fresh, NOT toasted and enjoy the texture of one of the few LEGIT bagel places, left in the city.
If you're feeling aggressive order an everything bagel with a cold cut or any salad.
- Pros: Bagels and Spreads
- Cons: Price
Outstanding New York Bagel
by huskyduck
I went to Ess A Bagel expecting the rude counter service written about in many of these past reviews but I was treated very nicely even though it was painfully clear I was a first time customer, and I'm a guy! I had a basic bagel with lox and creamcheese which was quite frankly, the best bagel I have ever eaten. Sure, it is a bit pricey but they do use top quality ingredients. The lox had a deliciously smokey taste and was of Russ & Daughter's quality. The creamcheese was smooth and rich, the perfect accompaniment to their substantial and crusty bagel. I can't wait to go back and try some of their other bagel sandwich offerings. From what I could see from what others were eating, they all looked great.
- Pros: Best Bagel In New York?
- Cons: Others say rude counter service but I didn't encounter this
Best Bagel Sandwich Ever!!!
by Amaynard8
I recently visited a friend in New York. One morning she suggested we go here for Breakfast/Lunch. I was exactly excited about it, but when she said that they had Lox I was in. It was a little overwhelming as far as order and I had her boyfriend order for me-It was kind of like the Soup Natzi. But they had both been there and knew the ordering situation. At first I thought it was a little pricey, but taking into consideration its in New York, and it was HUGE, I got over that quickly. It was so good. I had an Onion Bagel with Scallion Cream cheese, Lox, tomato, onion and lettuce. It was so good, I was very impressed. I wish my city had something like this, but since then I have actually been looking into opening a shop similar to it in my town. I would recommend trying it out. Just be prepared to deal with a little New York attitude, but the return is well worth it!!!!!
- Pros: Great Food, Never had better Lox!!!
- Cons: Very small shop and we took our bagels outside to eat
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Restaurants, Bakeries, Delicatessens
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