Top Bagels In Philadelphia

What would mornings be like if bagels didn't exist? Pretty disappointing for most of the general population. They are dense, moist, delicious and a perfect morning grab-and-go meal. It doesn't stop at just a round piece of boiled and baked dough with a hole in the middle. There is so much more to a good bagel. Not only do they come in a wide variety: plain, poppy, sesame, garlic, onion, everything ... but almost anything can go between a sliced bagel. Bagels are not just a place to put your lox anymore; It's a creative endeavor. New York is known for being the front-runner when it comes to making delicious bagels, but Philly has some top notch joints that are putting the New York establishments to the test.

South St. Philly Bagels, Inc.
613 S. 3rd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 627-6277
www.southstphillybagel.comSouth Street has a little bit of something for everyone, including some of the best bagels in the city. South St. Philly Bagels, Inc. is owned and operated by Michael Wagner. Wagner first opened the bagel establishment in 1996, and it has been a favorite among bagel lovers ever since. Maybe it has to do with the fact he was Brooklyn raised, but it doesn't matter, we are glad he brought his talents to Philly.Related: Top Breakfast Spots In Philadelphia

Spread Bagelry
262 S. 20th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 545-0626
www.spreadbagelry.comIf you are a bagel connoisseur, then maybe you prefer a Montreal-style bagel. Montreal bagels are hand-rolled, boiled in honey water then baked in a custom-built wood-fired brick oven. If you are looking for a good spread, Spread Bagelry uses Amish farm cream cheese, fresh fruits, veggies and jams to make homemade spreads. The Bagelry serves all different types of bagel melts cooked in their wooden oven all day long.

Knead Bagels
725 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(267) 519-9920
www.kneadbagels.comFormer Head Chef at Matyson, Adam Willner opened Knead Bagels with his wife, Cheri Willner, after learning to make bagels for the Brunch service at Matyson. Adam realized he had a knack for making tasty bagels that exceeded the quality of most bagels found in Philadelphia. Be sure to try Knead Bagels sandwich menu, which includes beer brined turkey with asiago, pickled kale, cherry pepper aioli, or a veggie sandwich with avocado, sprouts, roasted peppers, lentil and hummus.

Philly Style Bagels
1451 East Columbia Ave.

Philadelphia, PA 19125
www.phillystylebagels.comPhilly Style Bagels adds a bit of a twist to their recipe. The bagel is made in a traditional manner, but they are boiled in a mixture of beer and water to give them a malted flavor. It creates a unique experience, crunchy on the outside with a malty sweetness on the inside. Philly Style Bagels will be doing some pop-up service starting with a stop at Pizzeria Beddia in Fishtown on Sunday mornings. The pop-ups were created to raise money so Philly Style Bagels can afford a home to serve their unique bagels to Philadelphia residents.

Schmear It
schmearit@gmail.com
www.schmearit.comCheck out Schmear It, the only bagel food truck roaming the streets of Philadelphia. Schmear It is not only delving out delicious bagels to the people, it is also a grassroots fundraiser and marketing tool for many local nonprofit agencies. Schmear It features local causes that are new to the nonprofit scene. The bagel mobile donates a portion of their sales to their chosen causes and the featured agency changes every two weeks. Not only is Schmear It giving back, they are also serving delicious bagels with schmears that you can custom craft. The whole experience will leave you feeling good inside.Related: Top Spots For Lox In Philadelphia