National Bagel Day is this Sunday: Here's where to get deals at the Jersey Shore
It's hard to keep track of all these zany food holidays. There are so many hyper-specific ones, like the upcoming National Blueberry Pancake Day on Saturday, Jan. 28, and National Cream Cheese Brownie Day on Friday, Feb. 10.
But there's one day that Garden State residents should pay special attention to: Sunday, Jan. 15, is National Bagel Day. After all, New Jerseyans have better bagels than New York City, right? So you can bet local bagel shops are celebrating.
Here are some hole-y deals you can find at Jersey Shore bagel spots:
Atlantic Bagel Co., multiple locations: Known as ABC Bagel, all locations are offering a "Baker's Dozen," where customers can buy a dozen bagels, and get three free. Also try signature breakfast sandwiches on any bagel, like the Homerun (thick sliced bologna, fried with pickles, onions and cheese), or lunch bagel-wiches like The Atlantic (with fried chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers and pesto mayo); atlanticbagel.com.
Chamo's Bagels & Grill, Neptune City: This shop will offer a 12 for $12 deal on bagels when this article is mentioned at checkout. They will also be offering bagel samples for the holiday. Don't forget to try the authentic Venezuelan cuisine, like empanadas and arepas. 1516 Route 33; 732-361-8940, chamosbagelandgrill.com.
Joe's Bagel and Grill, multiple locations: Buy one dozen bagels, get four bagels free at any location. Also try classic breakfast sandwiches on any bagel, like pork roll, egg and cheese; or signature creations, like the Maple Fried Chicken and Bacon Belgian Waffle sandwich. Order by Saturday, Jan. 14, to ensure bagel availability; joesbagelandgrill.com.
Manhattan Bagel, Forked River: Customers who order a bagel with cream cheese for $3.99 will receive a free 16-ounce coffee; 336 Lacey Road, 609-242-1616, manhattanbagel.com.
New York Water Bagel Company, Toms River: On Jan. 15, customers will be entered into a raffle. At day's end, four winners will be chosen to receive one dozen free bagels each week for a year. 542 Fischer Blvd.; 732-279-6846, facebook.com/nywbc.
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Rosko's Bagels & Waffles, Jackson: Known for its fresh bagels and decadent Belgian waffles, Rosko's will be celebrating National Bagel Day for two days, on Jan. 15 and 16. Stop in on Sunday to purchase one dozen bagels, and get one bagel free. On Monday, buy one dozen, and get six bagels free; or buy one bagel and get one free (limit to one bagel). 740 Brewers Bridge Road, 732-987-6676, roskosbagelsnj.com.
More spots to try
Bagels & Beyond, multiple locations near LBI: One of the most popular bagel spots on the island, they have locations on both sides of the bridge. Also try their crumb cake, bagelsandbeyond.net. (There are also locations near Trenton and Little Egg Harbor).
Bagel Nook, Freehold (and Princeton): Known for over-the-top and overstuffed bagels, like the Takis Bagel. For Freehold: 51 Village Center Drive, 732-866-4446, thebagelnook.com.
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The Bagel Store, Colts Neck: This spot has classic bagels like Black Russian and Poppy, but they also offer mini-bagels and bialys. The Orchards Plaza 340 Route 34 South, 732-414-2330, thebagelstorenj.com.
Gem's House of Bagels, multiple locations: Try special bagels like the rainbow, or asiago and spinach; gemsbagels.com.
Gabriela L. Laracca joined the USA TODAY NETWORK New Jersey in 2021 and eagerly brings her passion for cuisine and culture to our readers. Send restaurant tips to glaracca@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: National Bagel Day NJ: Shore shops offering deals
