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Want to start your morning off right? Here are several bagel shops you can try today in Mercer County.
The spots you see on this list were top-rated on several user-generated review sites, featured in local publications and recommended by Daily Voice readers.
Some are longtime favorites while others have only recently opened their doors. All of these bagel shops, however, are baking up bagels we think you'll love.
And yes, they're all open for takeout or pick-up orders amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
Caesar’s Bagels & Deli, Hamilton Township: The small and simple eatery serves a variety of classic bagel sandwiches perfect for breakfast or lunch. Top your fresh-baked bagel with egg and cheese or opt for cold cuts like turkey and ham.
Udo’s Bagels, Trenton: In addition to its wide range of classic and gourmet bagel varieties, Udo’s in Trenton is also known for its sweet and savory homemade spreads like scallion, garlic herb, jalapeño, honey Sriracha, cinnamon walnut raisin, chocolate chip and strawberry.
Bagels n’ Cream, Robbinsville Township: The bagel and sandwich shop serves all the best breakfast and lunch options between two buns. From traditional bagel breakfast sandwiches and spreads to gourmet lunch staples, the shop has a massive menu and caters to those with even the heartiest appetites.
Hamilton Bagel & Grill, Hamilton Township: The local staple serves fresh-baked bagels as well as dessert-like donuts and more. Try the classic applewood smoked bacon, egg and cheese on a marble rye bagel for breakfast, or opt for a traditional lunch variety like the bagel BLT.
Bagels & Beyond, Trenton: Known for its bagels and breakfast sandwiches alike, Bagels & Beyond is truly a breakfast lover’s dream. Don’t forget to try one of the shop’s gourmet spreads like cucumber dill, honey almond, toasted onion and garden sweet pepper.
Bagel Nosh, West Windsor Township: Finally, Bagel Nosh is known for its one-of-a-kind artisan breakfast sandwiches, like the Sweet City (honey turkey, brie, apple slices and honey mustard) and the Chefanie (turkey, salami, muenster, roasted peppers, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato and honey mustard).
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