“Bagel†is a type of bread that has been used by Jews for breakfast since about 2,000 years ago. It became widely known around the world at the same time that Jews immigrated to the eastern part of the United States in the 19th century. Bagels are made with only four ingredients of flour, yeast, water, and salt without synthetic additives, and are characterized by being easy to digest without bloating even after eating them all. Because of its light flavor and chewy texture, you can eat it with cream cheese or enjoy it as a sandwich. From bagel restaurants that add a subtle flavor with oak firewood to bagels served in an authentic New York style! Here are 5 of the best bagel restaurants for a light yet hearty meal.
1. 'Elephant Bagel' in Yangpyeong-dong, Seoul, where oak firewood adds flavor
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“Elephant Bagel†bakes Montréal-style bagels in an oak wood-burning oven. The signature dish is “butter salt,†which is a browny-baked plain bagel filled with French gourmet butter and pearl salt. The luxurious flavor of butter blends with salty salt to provide an addictive sweet and salty flavor. Other unique flavors such as black sesame, spinach, and cream are also available.
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â–²Location: 176 Seonyu-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
▲Opening hours: 08:30 — 20:00 every day
â–²Price: Butter salt 2,800 won, garlic fondant 4,000 won
â–²Testimonial (Shikigami Excel Goza): It's baked in a wood-fired oven, so even if you only eat the basic bagel, it still has a savory flavor and smoky flavor, so it's delicious. I always buy butter salt, but the butter flavor is strong, and the salt enhances the flavor, so it's a flavor I keep getting my hands on.
2. 'Madeleine Bagel' in Daehyeon-dong, Seoul, presented in an authentic New York style
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“Madeleine Bagel†presents authentic New York bagels based on recipes handed down by Jewish bakers. Bagels made by slightly boiling dough that has been aged for two days in hot water and then baked one more time in a wood-fired oven have a dense texture. There are over 10 types of bagels and homemade cream cheese spreads, so it's fun to choose and enjoy whatever suits your taste.
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â–²Location: 5, Ewhayeodae 5-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
▲Opening hours: Weekdays 08:30 — closing when bagels run out; Saturday 10:00 — closing when bagels run out; closed on Sundays
â–²Price: Bagel+ homemade spread cream cheese+ Coffee or Tea (M) 7,200 won, Nova (smoked salmon) sandwich 7,400 won
â–²Testimonial (Kangdongwon tuna): The bagels are really chewy and the cream cheese is rich, so it's delicious!
3. 'Everything Bagel' in Yeonhui-dong, Seoul, with spectacular visuals that catch the eye
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“Everything Bagel†is an American baker that perfectly recreates local flavors. Bagels made from flour and alkaline water that have been carefully baked for 18 hours have a strong heaviness and are perfect for eating. The signature menu is “RAINBOW,†which caused a wave of certified shots on social media due to its colorful colors. Thanks to its chewy texture and light flavor, it goes well with soft cream cheese.
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â–²Location: 2 Yeonhui-ro 11-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
▲Opening hours: 08:00 — 18:00 on weekdays, 08:00 — 16:00 on Saturdays, closed on Sundays
â–²Price: RAINBOW 2,500 won, CREAM CHEESE & LOX 8,000 won
â–²Testimonial (Honeysuckle): I was surprised that it tasted exactly the same as the bagels I used to eat in the US. There are about 5 types of cream cheese, but I personally think Scallion and maple walnut go best together.
4. 'Cafe Toda' in Woomyeon-dong, Seoul, the richness filled between bagels
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“Cafe Toda†is located at the bottom of Mount Woomyeon, where you can enjoy healing in the heart of the city. The green trees surrounding the store add a fresh sensibility. The signature menu “Salmon Sandwich†is a bagel filled with plain cream cheese, smoked salmon, and vegetables. Cream cheese adds a rich flavor to the savory salmon, and the crunchy vegetables finish off the finish.
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â–²Location: 39 Seongchon 6-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
▲Business hours: 07:30 — 20:00 on weekdays, 10:00 — 20:00 on weekends
â–²Price: Salmon sandwich 7,500 won, rainbow 2,500 won
â–²Testimonial (I was flabbergasted): The store has up to 2 floors, and it's nice that the whole place is spacious and open. Time flies when you enjoy the surrounding scenery. The salmon sandwich contains plenty of ingredients, so it's absolutely delicious!
5. 'I'm Bagel' in Yeouido-dong, Seoul, seduces with its chewy texture
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“I Am Bagel†is a place where CEO Park Gyun opened its doors after studying on his own without forgetting the taste of the bagels he ate in New York when he went on vacation. They sell a variety of menus, from sandwiches and pizzas using bagels to hearty soups and salads. The “fold pork sandwich,†which combines a chewy bagel with soft, crunchy pulled pork, and savory cheese, is the most popular.
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â–²Location: B1F, 86 Gukjegeumyung-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
▲Business hours: 08:00 — 22:00 on weekdays, 09:00 — 19:00 on weekends
â–²Price: Pulled pork sandwich 7,500 won, blueberry bagel 2,300 won
â–²Testimonial (Looking for a friend from Shikigin Gem): I don't usually like sandwiches, but the bagels themselves are delicious here, so I was able to get it straight away! Pulled pork is full of meat and is perfect for me who is a meat eater.
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