Russ & Daughters
Lower East Side
4.6 / 5
The gold standard for smoked fish in NYC; the Gaspe Nova is sliced paper-thin and pairs perfectly with their hand-rolled everything bagel.
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The bagels are massive and pillowy. They don't skimp on the lox or the cream cheese, making it one of the best values for the size.
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Absolute Bagels
Upper West Side
4.7 / 5
Widely considered the best actual bagel in the city. The everything seasoning is perfectly toasted and the lox is incredibly fresh.
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Barney Greengrass
Upper West Side
4.5 / 5
The Sturgeon King delivers a masterclass in smoked fish. The vibe is 1950s New York and the lox is unparalleled.
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