The following tours visit Kossar's Bagels & Bialys:
5/17/2024 - 4/26/2025
Are you ready to explore the rich cultural history and diverse cuisine of New York?
Nestled in the vibrant heart of the Lower East Side in New York City, you’ll find Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys, an iconic institution dishing up some of New York’s most celebrated baked goods. Established in 1936, Kossar’s is best known for its bagels and bialys, a traditional bread roll hailing from Bialystok, Poland. This culinary hotspot has rightfully earned its spot as a must-visit destination for food lovers in NYC who routinely queue up to get their hands on these infamous baked circles of joy.
Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys has been creating delectable bagels and bialys for over 80 years, making it the oldest bialy bakery in the United States. This baked-goods stalwart has owned and operated in the same space on Grand Street since its inception, observing the rise, fall, and revitalization of the LES district. Embarking on a visit to Kossar’s gives you more than just an ordinary meal, it presents a slice of New York history served on a tantalizing plate.
The true charm and importance of Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys lie in its enduring traditional baking methods and recipes passed down through generations. Each bagel's toothsome texture and every bialy's delicate balance of flavors are a testament to the extreme care that goes into the culinary process. Not to be missed are the classic cream cheese stuffed bagels, the bialy filled with sweet onion and poppy seeds, or the newer, inventive creations like the cinnamon-raisin bagel.
Moreover, Kossar’s has expanded its food offerings over the years, introducing an array of creative sandwiches featuring their bagels and bialys as the main component. The Bubbe, Kossar’s take on the classic Reuben, is a crowd favorite. It pairs perfectly with their house-made, tangy pickles. Lastly, you must not miss their sweet rugelach, a Jewish pastry that's a hidden gem on their expansive menu.
As the fifth-generation owner David Zablocki describes, “Kossar’s isn’t just about bagels and Bialys. It’s about tradition, it’s home for a lot of people, it’s comfort.” This enduring commitment to quality and tradition, paired with an unyielding passion for baking, has cemented Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys as a beloved landmark in NYC. From enjoying a simple breakfast with a hot bagel and coffee to tucking into a hearty sandwich for lunch, Kossar’s offers a quintessential Big Apple experience every lover of food and history should savor.
Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys has been creating delectable bagels and bialys for over 80 years, making it the oldest bialy bakery in the United States. This baked-goods stalwart has owned and operated in the same space on Grand Street since its inception, observing the rise, fall, and revitalization of the LES district. Embarking on a visit to Kossar’s gives you more than just an ordinary meal, it presents a slice of New York history served on a tantalizing plate.
The true charm and importance of Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys lie in its enduring traditional baking methods and recipes passed down through generations. Each bagel's toothsome texture and every bialy's delicate balance of flavors are a testament to the extreme care that goes into the culinary process. Not to be missed are the classic cream cheese stuffed bagels, the bialy filled with sweet onion and poppy seeds, or the newer, inventive creations like the cinnamon-raisin bagel.
Moreover, Kossar’s has expanded its food offerings over the years, introducing an array of creative sandwiches featuring their bagels and bialys as the main component. The Bubbe, Kossar’s take on the classic Reuben, is a crowd favorite. It pairs perfectly with their house-made, tangy pickles. Lastly, you must not miss their sweet rugelach, a Jewish pastry that's a hidden gem on their expansive menu.
As the fifth-generation owner David Zablocki describes, “Kossar’s isn’t just about bagels and Bialys. It’s about tradition, it’s home for a lot of people, it’s comfort.” This enduring commitment to quality and tradition, paired with an unyielding passion for baking, has cemented Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys as a beloved landmark in NYC. From enjoying a simple breakfast with a hot bagel and coffee to tucking into a hearty sandwich for lunch, Kossar’s offers a quintessential Big Apple experience every lover of food and history should savor.
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