Where is the best bagel sandwich in New York?

Based on diner recommendations, the best bagel sandwich in New York is at Murray's Bagels (99% recommended). We compared 7 restaurants serving bagel sandwich.

How much does bagel sandwich cost in New York?

Bagel Sandwich prices in New York range from $17.54 to $22.00 across 7 restaurants.

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Best Bagel Sandwich in New York

7 restaurants compared

Price range: $17.54 – $22.00

Avg recommendation: 97%

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

#199% recommend

Murray's Bagels

Chelsea·$$

The Traditional Sandwich

$17.54

Nova salmon, cream cheese, tomato, onion, and capers on a hand-rolled bagel.

Tip: This is the benchmark. Get it on an everything bagel for the full flavor profile. The salmon is fatty and cut with extreme precision.

#299% recommend

Ess-a-Bagel

Midtown East·$$

The Signature Favorite

$20.53

Nova salmon, scallion cream cheese, tomatoes, onions, and capers on a bagel.

Tip: The 'everything' bagel here is very heavy on the garlic and onion. If you're going to a meeting after, stick to the plain or sesame. The scallion cream cheese is the best in the city.

#398% recommend

Russ & Daughters

Lower East Side·$$

The Classic

$22.00

Gaspe Nova smoked salmon, plain cream cheese, tomatoes, onions, and capers on a bagel.

Tip: Get it on an everything bagel, toasted. The hand-slicing is what makes it—machine-cut salmon just doesn't have the same texture.

#497% recommend

Ess-a-Bagel

Midtown East·$$

Melanie's Favorite

$21.74

Nova salmon and plain cream cheese with cucumbers and capers on a bagel.

Tip: Don't ask for your bagel toasted! A fresh Ess-a-Bagel doesn't need it and the staff will give you a funny look. The texture is at its peak right out of the basket.

#597% recommend

Murray's Bagels

Chelsea·$$

Smoked Sturgeon Sandwich

$19.50

Firm, savory smoked sturgeon with cream cheese and onions on a bagel.

Tip: The sturgeon is worth the higher price point. It has a great meaty texture that holds up well against the dense bagel. Order it with a bialy for a change of pace.

#694% recommend

Ess-a-Bagel

Midtown East·$$

The Muriel

$18.40

Whitefish salad, scallion cream cheese, and lettuce on a bagel.

#794% recommend

Russ & Daughters

Lower East Side·$$

Super Heebster

$18.00

Whitefish and baked salmon salad with wasabi-infused flying fish roe.

Tip: The wasabi roe is surprisingly spicy. If you're sensitive to heat, ask for it on the side or light.