{"id":18943,"date":"2024-08-01T08:51:15","date_gmt":"2024-08-01T12:51:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/?p=18943"},"modified":"2026-03-03T11:57:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T10:57:14","slug":"best-bagels-in-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london","title":{"rendered":"Where to Find the Best Bagels in London"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>New York City might be the unofficial capital of the bagel, but London is no slouch when it comes to this boiled, doughy delight. And so, when you are in the UK capital and have a hankering for a bagel and cream cheese, look no further than this guide for the <strong>best bagels in London<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re grabbing a quick breakfast before sightseeing, fuelling up for a market-hopping adventure, or seeking a late-night bite after exploring the city\u2019s buzzing neighbourhoods, this guide will lead you straight to the 7 best bagels in London, warm, generous, and utterly worth the carb indulgence. Come hungry.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/new-york-bagels.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh bagels, both plain and seeded, are arranged neatly in rows at a local bakery counter.\" class=\"wp-image-6945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/new-york-bagels.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/new-york-bagels-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mmm! Freshly baked bagels!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#A_Quick_History\" title=\"A Quick History \">A Quick History <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#The_Humble_Beginnings_of_the_Bagel\" title=\"The Humble Beginnings of the Bagel\">The Humble Beginnings of the Bagel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#Modern_Migration_and_Mass_Production\" title=\"Modern Migration and Mass Production\">Modern Migration and Mass Production<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#The_21st_Century_Bagel_Boom\" title=\"The 21st Century Bagel Boom \">The 21st Century Bagel Boom <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#7_Places_to_Find_the_Best_Bagels_in_London\" title=\"7 Places to Find the Best Bagels in London \">7 Places to Find the Best Bagels in London <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#The_Bagel_Guys\" title=\"The Bagel Guys\">The Bagel Guys<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#Ronis_Bagel_Bakery\" title=\"Roni\u2019s Bagel Bakery\">Roni\u2019s Bagel Bakery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#Beigel_Bake_Brick_Lane_Bakery\" title=\"Beigel Bake Brick Lane Bakery.\">Beigel Bake Brick Lane Bakery.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#Brick_Lane_Beigel_Shop\" title=\"Brick Lane Beigel Shop\">Brick Lane Beigel Shop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#Panzers\" title=\"Panzer\u2019s\">Panzer\u2019s<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#Rinkoffs_Bakery\" title=\"Rinkoffs Bakery\">Rinkoffs Bakery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#Its_Bagels\" title=\"It\u2019s Bagels\">It\u2019s Bagels<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#FAQs_%E2%80%93_Best_Bagels_In_London\" title=\"FAQs &#8211; Best Bagels In London \">FAQs &#8211; Best Bagels In London <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#Are_London_bagels_different_from_New_York_bagels\" title=\"Are London bagels different from New York bagels?\">Are London bagels different from New York bagels?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#What_is_the_most_popular_bagel_filling_in_London\" title=\"What is the most popular bagel filling in London?\">What is the most popular bagel filling in London?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#Are_there_24-hour_bagel_shops_in_London\" title=\"Are there 24-hour bagel shops in London?\">Are there 24-hour bagel shops in London?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#How_much_does_a_bagel_cost_in_London\" title=\"How much does a bagel cost in London?\">How much does a bagel cost in London?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\/#Are_there_vegetarian_and_vegan_bagel_options_in_London\" title=\"Are there vegetarian and vegan bagel options in London?\">Are there vegetarian and vegan bagel options in London?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Quick_History\"><\/span><strong>A <\/strong>Q<strong>uick History <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Humble_Beginnings_of_the_Bagel\"><\/span>The Humble Beginnings of <strong>the <\/strong>Bagel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a variety of interesting legends related to the birth of the bagel. One repeated through the ages, is that bagels were created in the 17th Century after the Battle of Vienna in honor of Polish monarch John III Sobieski. Another suggests they emerged in the Middle Ages. This was when antisemitic laws in made it verboten for Central European Jews to bake, so they began boiling their bread instead.\u00a0 However, it seems that<strong> the earliest written record of bagels dates to 1610 in Krak\u00f3w, Poland<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Modern_Migration_and_Mass_Production\"><\/span>Modern Migration and Mass Production<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The modern tale of bagels began when Poles and European Jews began migrating to the United States <strong>in the second half of the 19th century.<\/strong> For decades the bagel remained as something closely associated with the Jewish community in the United States. This was particularly in East Coast cities like New York, Boston, and Philadelphia. The same goes, though on a much smaller scale, for cities like London.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, in <strong>the 1960s, though, the first bagel-making machine appeared in the United States.<\/strong> And soon enough, mass bagel manufacturing appeared. Delis began pairing bagels with food that European immigrants brought with them: lox (smoked salmon) and cream cheese. And with that the bagel, as we know it <strong>in the 21st century, was born.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/bagel-with-salmon-lox-new-york-credit-amanda-ruggeri.jpg\" alt=\"A toasted bagel topped with cream cheese and smoked salmon rests on brown parchment atop a wooden table in New York.\" class=\"wp-image-6784\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/bagel-with-salmon-lox-new-york-credit-amanda-ruggeri.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/bagel-with-salmon-lox-new-york-credit-amanda-ruggeri-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A classic bagel with salmon and cream cheese has become a modern delicacy. Photo by Amanda Ruggeri<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_21st_Century_Bagel_Boom\"><\/span>The 21st Century Bagel Boom <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By the turn of the new millennium, bagels began the leap outside of the United States, materializing once again back in Europe where it all began. And these days, you can eat a bagel for breakfast everywhere from Krakow to Prague to London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nowadays, the humble bagel has been reinvented. And London is one of the bagel hubs. From salt-beef-stuffed classics served from decades-old East End bakeries to glossy, sesame-topped beauties, the city has quietly built a bagel scene that rivals the Big Apple. Wander through Brick Lane in the early hours and you\u2019ll catch the scent of freshly baked rings drifting into the street. Head to a trendy neighbourhood caf\u00e9 and you\u2019ll find sourdough bagels layered with inventive, globally inspired fillings. Traditional or modern, minimalist or mile-high. there\u2019s a bagel here with your name on it.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/claudio-schwarz-KraOGexu_Y0-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A row of the best everything bagels in London. \" class=\"wp-image-18953\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/claudio-schwarz-KraOGexu_Y0-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/claudio-schwarz-KraOGexu_Y0-unsplash-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/claudio-schwarz-KraOGexu_Y0-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/claudio-schwarz-KraOGexu_Y0-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The best bagels outside of New York can be found in London. Photo credit: Claudio Schwarz<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Traveler&#8217;s tip<\/strong>: London is a big city with a seemingly infinite amount of lodging choices. If you need some guidance on neighborhoods or hotels, check out our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/where-to-stay-in-london\">Where to Stay in London<\/a>. Hopefully, you&#8217;ll be right next store to one of the bagel places on our list! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Places_to_Find_the_Best_Bagels_in_London\"><\/span>7 Places to Find the Best Bagels in London <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes the <strong>best bagels in London<\/strong> so special is the story behind them. Many are rooted in the city\u2019s rich Jewish heritage. Baked using time-honoured methods that give that perfect dense interior and slightly crisp crust. Others reflect London\u2019s multicultural energy, blending flavours from across the world into something uniquely delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bagel_Guys\"><\/span><strong>The Bagel Guys<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspired by the bagel shops, delis, and corner bodegas of New York City, <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebagelguys.co.uk\">the Bagel Guys<\/a><\/strong> was <strong>founded by husband-and-wife team Jordan and Paul<\/strong>. Long Island-born Jordan moved to London in 2017 and quickly developed a homesickness for proper New York bagels.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And so, the Bagel Guys was born. Located in Well Street and the Netil Market in London Fields. The <strong>Bagel Guys makes a variety of different types of bagels.<\/strong> They also have a menu of bagel sandwiches, including the BEC (bacon, egg, cheese), a New York City deli classic.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/50661523417_44e5ecd0d4_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Storefront of The Bagel Guys, one of the best bagels in London, while workers help customers inside. \" class=\"wp-image-18947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/50661523417_44e5ecd0d4_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/50661523417_44e5ecd0d4_k-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/50661523417_44e5ecd0d4_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/50661523417_44e5ecd0d4_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Taste New York style bagels in London at The Bagel Guys. Photo credit: Bex Walton<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ronis_Bagel_Bakery\"><\/span><strong>Roni\u2019s Bagel Bakery<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With 6 locations to choose from around London: Belsize, Brent Cross, Hampstead, Muswell Hill, Swains Lane, and West Hampstead. So, hopefully don\u2019t have to go far to get your bagel fix from Roni\u2019s Bagel Bakery.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Roni Avital has been <strong>churning out high-quality bagels since 1989<\/strong> and also making top notch cream cheese. The bakery also serves great chicken soup, as well as falafels and salads.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"694\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/new-york-bagel-with-cream-cheese.jpg\" alt=\"A New York sesame bagel stuffed with herbed cream cheese and tomato sits on parchment paper, ready to eat.\" class=\"wp-image-6946\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/new-york-bagel-with-cream-cheese.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/new-york-bagel-with-cream-cheese-600x416.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A good schmear of cream cheese is one of the best classic bagel fillings &#8211; Simple Perfection!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beigel_Bake_Brick_Lane_Bakery\"><\/span>Beigel Bake Brick Lane Bakery.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Since 1974, <\/strong>Beigel Bake has been churning out lovely bagels, or <em>beigels<\/em>, as they prefer to write it the old way, in Brick Lane. People associate the street with Indian restaurants but before the Bengalis, it was home to a sizable Jewish community. This makes Beigel Bake, and a few other bagel shops, something of a beloved artifact.\u00a0Choose from a <strong>selection of bagels,<\/strong> including the ever-popular everything bagel. Plus bagel sandwiches with everything from tuna to hummus to Nutella.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/simon-tartarotti-HI2wbe9yZi0-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Beigel Bake storefront as a car passes in front of it and customers walk inside. \" class=\"wp-image-18944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/simon-tartarotti-HI2wbe9yZi0-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/simon-tartarotti-HI2wbe9yZi0-unsplash-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/simon-tartarotti-HI2wbe9yZi0-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/simon-tartarotti-HI2wbe9yZi0-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">If you&#8217;re looking for something a little different, try the cholla bagel. Photo credit: Simon Tartarotti<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brick_Lane_Beigel_Shop\"><\/span><strong>Brick Lane Beigel Shop<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just steps away from its famous rival on Brick Lane, <strong>Brick Lane Beigel Shop<\/strong>,  affectionately known as \u201cthe White One\u201d thanks to its bright white frontage,  has been serving up classic East End beigels since the 1970s. Open 24 hours a day, it\u2019s a go-to for late-night revellers, early-morning workers, and devoted regulars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The salt beef bagel is the undisputed star: generously filled, punchy with mustard. While tourists often queue next door, many Londoners remain fiercely loyal to the White One, fuelling a friendly (and long-running) Brick Lane bagel rivalry that\u2019s practically part of local folklore.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/3002300653_337549490f_k-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"Crowds browse market stalls along a sunny London street, surrounded by brick buildings and greenery in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-17081\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/3002300653_337549490f_k-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/3002300653_337549490f_k-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/3002300653_337549490f_k-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/3002300653_337549490f_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Brick Lane is a cool place in London to find great things. Photo credit: Karl Holland<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Panzers\"><\/span><strong>Panzer\u2019s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Founded in the 1940s by two immigrants<\/strong> from Austria and the country formerly known as Czechoslovakia. Panzer\u2019s is essentially a gourmet food market that also happens to sell prepared foods and excellent made-to-order sandwiches.\u00a0It is located in St. John\u2019s Wood. They make an excellent selection of homemade bagels. You just have to choose what you want with it, a firm fave being the works with smoked salmon.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"896\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/rosy-ko-dFubWB-pnik-unsplash-896x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A smoked salmon bagel sandwich on a ceramic plate and coffees. \" class=\"wp-image-18961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/rosy-ko-dFubWB-pnik-unsplash-896x1024.jpg 896w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/rosy-ko-dFubWB-pnik-unsplash-600x686.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/rosy-ko-dFubWB-pnik-unsplash-768x877.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/rosy-ko-dFubWB-pnik-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 896px) 100vw, 896px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Can you resist a smoked salmon bagel? Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@rosy_\"><\/a>Rosy Ko<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rinkoffs_Bakery\"><\/span><strong>Rinkoffs Bakery<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With two locations in and around Whitechapel, Rinkoffs Bakery is a neighborhood institution. It is still run by an immigrant Ukrainian Jewish family, who <strong>opened the bakery in 1911<\/strong>. Rinkoffs makes sourdough loaves, challah, hamburger buns, and even their version of the cronut, which they call the \u201ccrodough.\u201d\u00a0 And, of course, they make a fine bagel. Varieties include poppyseed, everything (mixed seeds), and the weird rainbow-colored bagel.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/caitlyn-wilson-whEsYE0o9nw-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A person holding a rainbow-colored bagel with cream cheese. \" class=\"wp-image-18959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/caitlyn-wilson-whEsYE0o9nw-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/caitlyn-wilson-whEsYE0o9nw-unsplash-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/caitlyn-wilson-whEsYE0o9nw-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/caitlyn-wilson-whEsYE0o9nw-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">At Rinkoffs Bakery you can have classic or even rainbow-colored bagels. Photo credit: Caitlyn Wilson<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Its_Bagels\"><\/span><strong>It\u2019s Bagels<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a more contemporary spin, <strong>It\u2019s Bagels<\/strong> has quickly become one of the capital\u2019s most talked-about newcomers. It has locations in Primrose Hill and Notting Hill. Inspired by New York\u2019s deli culture, the bagels here are glossy, chewy, and generously filled. Think proper bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches, silky pastrami, and thick layers of cream cheese schmear. The vibe is polished but playful, drawing weekend brunch crowds and homesick New Yorkers eager for an authentic bite. If you\u2019re making the case that London can rival NYC for the best bagels outside America, this spot is essential evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"343\" height=\"307\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/bagel1-1.jpg\" alt=\"A classic New York bagel sandwich stacked with smoked salmon, cream cheese, cucumber slices, and fresh dill sits on a white surface.\" class=\"wp-image-2415\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5036710719530102;width:926px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In London there are plenty of bagel shops to satisfy those late night cravings. Photo credit: Dano<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Traveler&#8217;s tip<\/strong>: Fancy a cheeky pint in a proper London pub? Check our list of  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/oldest-pubs-in-london\">Oldest Pubs in London<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%93_Best_Bagels_In_London\"><\/span>FAQs &#8211; Best Bagels In London <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_London_bagels_different_from_New_York_bagels\"><\/span>Are London bagels different from New York bagels?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While New York bagels are known for their large size and chewy texture, the best bagels in London often lean slightly smaller and denser, especially the traditional East End \u201cbeigels.\u201d London\u2019s bagel scene blends old-school Jewish baking traditions with contemporary deli influences, meaning you can find everything from classic salt beef to stacked bacon, egg, and cheese sandwiches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_most_popular_bagel_filling_in_London\"><\/span>What is the most popular bagel filling in London?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The undisputed classic is salt beef with mustard and pickles, particularly on Brick Lane. Smoked salmon and cream cheese (often called lox and schmear) is another timeless favourite. However, many of the best bagel shops in London now offer creative fillings such as pastrami, jerk chicken, falafel, and sweet options like Nutella.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_24-hour_bagel_shops_in_London\"><\/span>Are there 24-hour bagel shops in London?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes! One of the reasons London rivals New York for great bagels is its late-night options. Both Beigel Bake and Brick Lane Beigel Shop on Brick Lane are open 24 hours a day. This makes them popular stops for night owls, early commuters, and those craving the best bagels in London at any hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/andrea-lacasse-AECi7xJlmsg-unsplash-e1772530056189-1024x870.jpg\" alt=\"A person holds a breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs, cheese, and bacon on a sesame seed bagel in London.\" class=\"wp-image-18950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/andrea-lacasse-AECi7xJlmsg-unsplash-e1772530056189-1024x870.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/andrea-lacasse-AECi7xJlmsg-unsplash-e1772530056189-600x510.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/andrea-lacasse-AECi7xJlmsg-unsplash-e1772530056189-768x653.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/andrea-lacasse-AECi7xJlmsg-unsplash-e1772530056189.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bacon, egg, and cheese bagel sandwich? Yes, please! <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_bagel_cost_in_London\"><\/span>How much does a bagel cost in London?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Prices for bagels in London vary depending on location and filling. A simple bagel with cream cheese typically costs between \u00a32\u2013\u00a34. A generously filled salt beef or pastrami bagels can range from \u00a36\u2013\u00a310. Trendier, New York\u2013style spots in neighbourhoods may charge slightly more, especially for stacked breakfast sandwiches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_vegetarian_and_vegan_bagel_options_in_London\"><\/span>Are there vegetarian and vegan bagel options in London?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Absolutely. Many of the best bagel shops in London offer vegetarian and vegan choices. From falafel and grilled vegetables to plant-based cream cheese alternatives. Some bakeries also produce vegan bagels as standard, as traditional bagel dough typically contains no dairy. It is just flour, water, yeast, and salt. It\u2019s always worth checking menus, as London\u2019s food scene is increasingly plant-forward and accommodating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/419755-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"London at dusk, with Tower Bridge lit up and city lights glowing along the Thames as the sky fades from orange to blue.\" class=\"wp-image-23603\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/419755-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/419755-600x375.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/419755-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/419755-1536x960.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/419755-2048x1280.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">London, a metropolis of places to discover. 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From <strong>skip-the-line access at Westminster Abbey<\/strong> to <strong>early entry into the Tower of London\u2019s Crown Jewels<\/strong>, <em>Take Walks<\/em> tours are designed to give you VIP treatment and unforgettable memories. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Join an <a href=\"http:\/\/w.takewalks.com\/london-tours\">expert-led London tour today <\/a>and see the city with fresh eyes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> &#8230; <a title=\"Where to Find the Best Bagels in London\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-bagels-in-london\" aria-label=\"More on Where to Find the Best Bagels in London\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":18966,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[625,628],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[667],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Best Bagels In London - A Definitive Guide on Where To Go!<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking for the best bagels in London? 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