Lively NYC café for coffee and bagels

Why It’s Quintessential NYC

• The Vibe: Located right in the heart of one of Manhattan’s most culturally rich and lively neighborhoods, Tompkins Square Bagels captures the bustling, friendly, and unpretentious spirit of old and new New York.groupon.com
• The Bagels & Schmear: Their hand-rolled, kettle-boiled bagels are famously large, fluffy on the inside with a satisfyingly crisp exterior, and paired with an astonishing array of house-made cream cheeses (ranging from traditional scallion to creative riffs like honey fig or birthday cake).[1][2][3]
• The Experience: Grab a hot coffee and a loaded bagel sandwich (like their cult-favorite Weezer with bacon, chorizo, egg, and cheddar) and walk a block over to enjoy them on a bench in Tompkins Square Park alongside local residents, musicians, and dog walkers.[1][2]

(Note: If you are looking for a sit-down, retro-diner style experience focused heavily on world-class smoked fish and Jewish comfort food, its close neighbor Russ & Daughters Cafe on the Lower East Side is another local temple of breakfast culture, though you'll want to prepare for a classic weekend wait.) [1][2]

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• Are you looking for a quick grab-and-go counter or a sit-down brunch spot?
• Which neighborhood or borough will you be hanging out in?

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