Murray's Bagels, Bagel cafe in Greenwich Village, New York, US
Murray's Bagels is a bagel cafe in Greenwich Village that produces hand-rolled, kettle-boiled bagels fresh daily using time-honored techniques. The shop serves a full range of spreads, smoked fish, and specialty sandwiches built on their house-made foundation.
The shop was founded in 1996 by Adam Pomerantz and his brother Matt, who converted a pottery workshop into their first bagel bakery in Greenwich Village. This beginning set the stage for decades of traditional bagel production that continues in the same neighborhood.
The shop represents a cornerstone of authentic New York bagel culture, following Jewish baking traditions that have shaped its identity since day one. Visitors experience this heritage through the selection of spreads, smoked fish, and specialty sandwiches prepared using methods passed down through generations.
The shop opens early at 6 AM on weekdays and stays open until 7 PM on weekends, making it convenient for breakfast and casual lunch stops. Takeaway service and catering options are available, so you can grab a quick bite or order for a group.
For nearly twenty years, the shop maintained a no-toasting policy to preserve the texture and flavor of their fresh bagels. When they finally accepted toasting requests in 2015, it revealed how even longstanding traditions can evolve to meet customer preferences.
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