Baker’s Dozen: Greenpoint

Ask anyone what they think of when they think of a New York City bagel and I guarantee you Greenpoint won’t be at the top of their list. Ask me before I went to Baker’s Dozen and I would have probably agreed. However, after stumbling upon a nondescript storefront on Manhattan Avenue, I discovered a bagel with a wonderful balance of quality, customer experience, and price.

At a glance, the Green Point bagel market has places that are higher quality, but more on the expensive side such as Bagel Point . It has old-school shops such as Peter Pan which is well-priced, but the bagels are small, it’s often too crowded to get a seat, and takes forever to get your food.

Price

Baker’s Dozen is a blend of these pros and cons. An egg and cheese here will cost you only $4, which is the cheapest I’ve seen at any New York shop I’ve visited (minus Peter Pan).

Service/Seating

The service is quick with many seating options, and the staff is always friendly.

Quality

Bagel texture is soft and chewy (but not too chewy). Been here about six or seven times so far and have never gotten a bagel that was subpar in terms of texture. Cream cheese portions are usually generous, though can vary occasionally.

Recommendation

Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Brooklyn or are on the hunt for a strong balance of value and quality. Take the G to Nassau Ave and eat inside or if the weather permits, take it to go and eat at nearby McCarren Park.