Taste hot, stuffed, and sourdough bagels with NYC stories along the way
2 Hours
Up to 20 people
Bagel samples, Food, Walking tour
Explore the West Village's evolving bagel scene on an industry-focused walking tasting. Hear insider tips and local stories as you sample distinctive takes on a New York staple.
We’ll start at PopUp Bagels, the cult-favorite spot known for hot bagels that you “Rip, Grip & Dip.” From there, we’ll take a scenic walk through Washington Square Park, where your guide will share the fascinating story of the bagel’s rise from Old World staple to NYC icon.
Next, we’ll swing by Moonrise Bagels, a viral bakery famous for hand-rolled, boiled-and-baked New York-style bagels stuffed entirely with full meals and comfort-food fillings baked right into the dough.
We’ll wrap up at Apollo Bagels, the sourdough-forward newcomer that’s redefining the NYC bagel with wild fermentation and standout toppings.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time.
Product ID: ASC5E2
Bring your own drinks. Beverages are not included.
Yes. The food tour runs rain or shine.
Yes. The bagel tasting includes traditional, vegetarian, and vegan options.
Out front of PopUp Bagels, 177 Thompson Street, New York, NY 10012
Sam, Rory, and Aidan have built something genuinely special here. Reviewers consistently rave about the instructors' warmth and approachability, and the blend of hands-on bagel making with deep dives into NYC bagel history keeps people engaged from start to finish. One reviewer who had lived in New York for over 25 years said the bagels her husband made in class easily beat their favorite local spots, which is high praise in a city that takes its bagels seriously. The experience draws an international crowd, with glowing reviews in Spanish and Portuguese alongside the English ones, suggesting the classes translate well across cultures and backgrounds. Team building groups also get a shoutout more than once. Whether you leave as a bagel convert or just a very satisfied snacker, most people walk away wanting to recreate the experience at home, and that might be the best endorsement of all.
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