Found on the corner of Broadway and West 80th, Zabar’s (pronounced zay-bar) is family run grocery store that feels like a true New York experience.They are some of the best bagels on the Upper West Side.
The beauty of this bakery is that it's gluten-free but you'd never know unless they told you! The ratio of bagel to spread is perfect and the bagel itself is made to perfection and will quickly turn anyone into a GF lover.
Dating back to 1908, Barney Greengrass is an Upper West Side institution famous for their knock-out smoked fish. No, seriously, U.S. Presidents requested it directly.
Serving New Yorkers for more than 105 years, Their success can be attributed to traditional baking methods that have been perfected over time.
The bagels are served hot from the oven and have a perfectly chewy texture and the cream cheese is satisfyingly cold. Easily one of the best bagels on the UWS!