The Brooklyn bagel scene is a competitive landscape, but one bagel shop has emerged as the undisputed champion. Discover the people’s choice, a testament to the art of bagel-making that transcends trends and leaves you wanting more of the best bagel in Brooklyn.
2025: Brooklyn Voted Highway Bagels Best Bagels!
Highway Bagels
1923 Kings Highway, Brooklyn
(718) 336-9200 – highwaybagels.com
Sink your teeth into the borough’s best bagel at Highway Bagels. For two years running, Highway Bagels has been recognized as serving the best bagels in Brooklyn, and it’s easy to see why. Established in 1951, this iconic bagel shop has been baking fresh, authentic New York kettle bagels daily, staying true to time-honored recipes and techniques. Their bagels are the perfect combination of crisp on the outside and soft, chewy on the inside—an unbeatable texture that keeps customers coming back for more. Whether you’re grabbing a classic bagel with cream cheese or enjoying one of their gourmet sandwiches, every bite is a taste of Brooklyn history. As one of the oldest bagel stores still operating in the borough, Highway Bagels has earned a loyal following over the years. Highway Bagels truly stands as a Brooklyn institution that continues to deliver the best bagels in the borough.
2024: Brooklyn Voted Highway Bagels Best Bagels!
Highway Bagels
1923 Kings Hwy, Brooklyn
(718) 336-9200 – highwaybagels.com
In Brooklyn’s bustling bagel scene, Highway Bagels reigns supreme as the go-to spot for the ultimate New York kettle bagel experience. But what’s the secret behind the best bagel in Brooklyn? It’s more than just dough and toppings—it’s about a legacy of flavor, a commitment to quality, and a dash of local charm. Since 1951, Highway Bagels has been a beloved fixture in the community, dishing out smiles alongside their flawlessly toasted creations. With decades of bagel-making expertise under their belt, Highway Bagels knows exactly how to craft the perfect breakfast delight. Amidst an ever-changing world, Highway Bagels remains a steadfast beacon of consistency and delight. From their authentic New York bagels to their mouthwatering gourmet sandwiches and salads, each bite is a testament to tradition and taste. So, whether you’re a local or just passing through, stop by Highway Bagels and taste the difference for yourself.
2023: Brooklyn Voted Highway Bagels Best Bagels!
Highway Bagels
1923 Kings Highway
(718) 336-9200 – highwaybagels.com
Highway Bagels in Sheepshead Bay is the go-to spot for bagel lovers in Brooklyn. The shop’s delicious and authentic New York-style bagels are freshly baked every day, with a crispy exterior and a chewy, doughy interior that will leave your taste buds in bliss. The staff at Highway Bagels are friendly and welcoming, providing excellent service with a smile. The shop’s extensive menu of toppings, spreads, and sandwiches makes it a one-stop-shop for breakfast or lunch. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic everything bagel with cream cheese or a stacked bagel sandwich, Highway Bagels has got you covered.
2022: Brooklyn Voted Wild Bagels Best Bagels!
Wild Bagels
1901 Stillwell Ave
(718) 333-9453 – wild-bagels.squarespace.com
Brooklyn is chock-full of bagels, but none compare to Wild Bagels’ old-fashioned, hand-rollled baked delicacies. Wild bakes a wide selection of bagels, from plain to egg, cinnamon raisin, and everything on their premises all day long, so anytime you stop in, you’re guaranteed to get a fresh, delicious bagel. Choose one of their yummy flavored spreads to accompany it for a perfect New York City breakfast. Not in the mood for a bagel? Their extensive menu offers up breakfast sandwiches, fresh pastries, omelettes, salads, and more.
2021: Brooklyn Voted Bagel Boy Best Bagel!
Bagel Boy
8002 3rd Ave
(718) 748-0366 – bagelboyonline.com
Bagel Boy in Ray Ridge prides itself on its bagels that are baked on the premises each day. All you have to do to experience a true Brooklyn bagel is to follow the smell of freshly baked bagels and you will find them open until 10 pm every day. Bagel Boy also ships bagel wheels and giant heroes with the best Italian imports and top domestic cold cuts. Everybody needs a bagel place on a New York City morning, somewhere that knows what you like and make it well. The staff is kind and treats you right each visit, and everything from breakfast specials to homemade salads to muffins litters the menu. Go ahead, buy a freshly made bagel today!
2020: Brooklyn Voted Bagel Boy Best Bagel!
Bagel Boy
8002 3rd Ave, Brooklyn
(718) 748-0366 – www.bagelboyonline.com
Bagel Boy pride themselves on their bagels, salads and sandwiches. All their baking is done on premises — fresh all day, every day. They have three locations across Brooklyn and New Jersey. Just follow the smell of freshly baked bagels and you will find them open until 10 pm every day. They would love to cater your next affair! Bagel Boy ships bagel wheels and giant heroes with the best Italian imports and top domestic cold cuts. Everybody needs their bagel place on a New York City morning, somewhere that knows what you like and make it well. Bagel Boy is that place for the communities it serves at its three locations throughout the New York Metropolitan area. The staff at their Brooklyn location is kind and treats you right. Everything from breakfast specials to homemade salads to muffins litters the menu.
2019: Brooklyn Voted Bagel Boy Best Bagel!
Bagel Boy
8002 3rd Ave.
(718) 748-0366 – www.bagelboyonline.com
Bagel Boy pride themselves on their bagels, salads and sandwiches. All their baking is done on premises — fresh all day, every day. They have three locations across Brooklyn and New Jersey, just follow the smell of freshly baked bagels and you will find them open until 10pm every day. They would love to cater your next affair! Bagel Boy ships Bagel Wheels and Giant Heroes with the best Italian imports and top domestic cold cuts. Everybody needs their bagel place on a New York City morning, somewhere that knows what you like and make it well. Bagel Boy is that place for the communities it serves at it’s three locations throughout the New York Metropolitan Area. The staff at their Brooklyn location is kind and treats you right. Everything from breakfast specials to homemade salads to muffins litters the menu.
2017: Brooklyn Voted Bagel Boy Best Bagel!
Bagel Boy
8002 Third Avenue (718) 748-0366. www.bagelboyonline.com
Everyone knows there’s no bagel like a Brooklyn bagel… and Third Avenue’s Bagel Boy is the cream cheese of the crop. With fresh, doughy, delicious bagels served up daily, Bagel Boy is a real Bay Ridge staple and a must-try for any out-of-towners looking for that true New York bagel experience.