Everyone sends tourists to ess-a-bagel on 3rd ave but honestly its become tourist trap with mediocre bagels and long lines. For real nyc bagel experience head to brooklyn.

Brooklyn bagel & coffee co in sheepshead bay - take b or q to kings highway, 5 min walk to 2868 nostrand ave. Dozen bagels around $14-18, fresh daily, where actual new yorkers go. Everything with scallion cream cheese is perfection.

Open 6:30am-3pm (hours vary by location), cash preferred but take cards. Way more authentic neighborhood vibe trust me