The story
Apollo Bagels, on East 10th Street, has quickly become one of New York’s most buzzed-about bagel shops (★★★★½ on ReTubeIt). When Jack’s Dining Room stopped by to “try the new most hyped up bagel in NYC,” he sampled three orders: an Heirloom Tomato Bagel, a Plain Bagel with Butter and Jelly, and a White Fish Bagel with Sliced Cucumbers and Dill. His verdict was enthusiastic, but he offered a distinct caveat—the bagel edges are “dangerously sharp,” a textural detail worth noting for anyone expecting a soft, pillowy crust.
The lineup leans into classic, ingredient-forward combinations without overcomplicating the bagel itself. Jack enjoyed all three, and the white fish with cucumber and dill feels particularly fresh for a summer bite. Despite the knife-edge warning, the sheer energy around Apollo Bagels suggests this is a shop where the core product—a well-made, chewy bagel—carries the day. Walk-ins welcome; just watch your fingers.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
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AI summary of what 3 dish mentions say about the food
The heirloom tomato bagel earns rapturous praise for its peak-season simplicity, with reviewers celebrating the bright, juicy produce against a perfectly chewy base. The overall vibe is one of effortless, sun-drenched satisfaction, a testament to letting a single, stellar ingredient shine.
“I try the Heirloom Tomato Bagel. At first I was a hater, but then I realized that tomato and bagel is actually a good concept. As a kid I would have thought it was disgusting, but once you get into it, it's honestly delicious.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Apollo Bagels. Most active: Jack's Dining Room
- Jack's Dining RoomLoved
Trying the new most hyped up bagel in NYC PT.2📍Apollo Bagels #nyc #bagel #foodie #breakfast · @ 0:00
Jack visits Apollo Bagels in NYC and enjoys the heirloom tomato, plain, and white fish bagels, though notes the bagel edges are dangerously sharp.
Dishes mentioned
Heirloom Tomato Bagel
I try the Heirloom Tomato Bagel. At first I was a hater, but then I realized that tomato and bagel is actually a good concept. As a kid I would have thought it was disgusting, but once you get into it, it's honestly delicious.
Plain Bagel with Butter and Jelly
I try the Plain Bagel with Butter and Jelly. It's so buttery, sweet, and delicious. Look how spongy the dough is. The only downside is that the edge could literally dice an onion—it just sliced through my gum. That's how I know I legit need like Neosporin.
White Fish Bagel with Sliced Cucumbers and Dill
I try the White Fish Bagel with Sliced Cucumbers and Dill. It's kind of a wild combination and doesn't necessarily sound good, but the cucumbers give an inviting, relaxing vibe, almost like a spa. My mouth is so cut after this. A white fish bagel is pretty intense—it's good, but you need to be into white fish. I already have cuts on the side of my mouth.
