Kossar's Bagels & Bialys (LES) 367 Grand Street, Manhattan, New York,

"I recently visited Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys and had a fantastic experience! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by the warm and inviting aroma of freshly baked goods and freshly brewed coffee. The atmosphere was cozy and perfect for a relaxing break. The selection of pastries and baked goods was impressive, with everything from classic croissants and muffins to unique and creative treats. I opted for a chocolate croissant and a slice of their signature carrot cake, and both were absolutely delicious—flaky, buttery, and perfectly sweetened. The coffee was equally outstanding. I ordered a latte, and it was smooth, rich, and expertly crafted. It was clear that they take pride in their coffee, using high-quality beans and skilled baristas. The staff were friendly and attentive, making sure I had everything I needed and offering great recommendations. The service was quick, but never rushed, allowing me to enjoy my time there. Overall, Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys is a gem of a spot. Whether you're looking for a place to catch up with friends, get some work done, or simply enjoy a delicious treat, this bakery coffee shop is the perfect destination. I'll definitely be returning soon! Highly recommendation!"

"Apparently this place is the oldest bialy maker in nyc. Unpopular opinion but I don’t see the difference between a bialy and bagel here other than the bialy is smaller. Its like a mini bagel. It was good especially with scallion cream cheese but didn’t see the hype with the difference in a bialy. Overall, I had a good experience and would go back. Not sure I would go out of the way though."

"Man!! This was our first trip to NYC…next to the pizza…Kossar’s bagels blew us away!! Awesome all the way around!! I had the everything with bacon scallion…WOW!!"

"A classic spot to get bagels and bialys in Lower East Side. Kossar’s is famous for its bialys, so apparently their bialys are top notch, even better than their bagels imo. ＊Onion Bialys Bialy is a flat roll with a hole in the center spread with onion. It has a soft bread like texture. Compared to bagels, bialys are less dense and less filling. If you don’t wanna unhinge your jaw for a bagel, bialys will be a good alternative. Their bialys are very fresh and fluffy. You can add spread to your bialys, but I like enjoying them plain. ＊Whole Wheat Bagel w. Tofu Veggie CC My go-to bagel order at any bagel spots. Size-wise it is not as big as other typical New York bagels. I prefer it smaller anyway so I won’t feel extremely full after finishing one."

"$3 plus tax for a good cup of Joe. Bagels are baked fresh on premise judging from what the eyes can see. Outdoor seating also available. Dog & bike friendly. No restroom as far as I can tell. Sandwiches are served on a bagel. Prices seem a bit high for the area. Feels more like SoHo than lower east side. Area is going through gentrification with Traders Joe on the corner."