Best Bagel Sandwich in New York
7 restaurants compared
Top 5 Bagel Sandwich in New York (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 7 restaurants:
- Murray's Bagels — 99% recommended, $17.54 (Chelsea)
- Ess-a-Bagel — 99% recommended, $20.53 (Midtown East)
- Russ & Daughters — 98% recommended, $22.00 (Lower East Side)
- Ess-a-Bagel — 97% recommended, $21.74 (Midtown East)
- Murray's Bagels — 97% recommended, $19.50 (Chelsea)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 7 Restaurants Compared
Murray's Bagels
The Traditional Sandwich
$17.54
Nova salmon, cream cheese, tomato, onion, and capers on a hand-rolled bagel.
Ess-a-Bagel
The Signature Favorite
$20.53
Nova salmon, scallion cream cheese, tomatoes, onions, and capers on a bagel.
Russ & Daughters
The Classic
$22.00
Gaspe Nova smoked salmon, plain cream cheese, tomatoes, onions, and capers on a bagel.
Ess-a-Bagel
Melanie's Favorite
$21.74
Nova salmon and plain cream cheese with cucumbers and capers on a bagel.
Murray's Bagels
Smoked Sturgeon Sandwich
$19.50
Firm, savory smoked sturgeon with cream cheese and onions on a bagel.
Ess-a-Bagel
The Muriel
$18.40
Whitefish salad, scallion cream cheese, and lettuce on a bagel.
Russ & Daughters
Super Heebster
$18.00
Whitefish and baked salmon salad with wasabi-infused flying fish roe.