Eating at Russ and Daughters. Some of the BEST Bagels in NYC!

I eat at and review the original Russ & Daughters on Houston Street within the Lower East Side of New York City. The shop is famous for their bagels and lox along with other traditional Jewish deli food. I try an everything bagel with lox, cream cheese, tomatoes and capers. I also consume a bialy and a slice of cinnamon babka.

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[goo]

i found your channel randomly by searching for Lincoln Park since i was visiting Chicago. glad i searched because your channel is one of my favorites on YouTube. you deserve a lot more subscribers. great videos!

[alfredoalvarez]

Dear James. I have to insist on two things. The NYC tourist office should sponsor you for your effort to promote the gastronomic circuit. And second, how do you eat without worrying, and always be fit. Congratulations, your videos are very, very good

[alanglick]

I’ve never seen or heard of anyone eating a bialy without cream cheese on it. You’ve got to try it again and eat it the right way before passing judgment. The rest of your video was spot on.

[LoudlabsNYC]

Gotta try this. I once did a delivery order for Postmates at this restaurant and when I was an Uber driver I transported the owner he gave me a nice tip after I had a wild guess that he was the owner of Russ and daughters

[christinecamley]

Huge amazing fave in Manhattan! Love this place so much and I visit whenever I am in NY! This is an establishment everyone should visit - top quality! The original store is the one to go to - it's my only go to for Russ and Daughter's. I love how the owners treat their staff. Integrity - like a family.

[ToteNYC]

Hi James… I really like your videos and so look forward to watching them. It was funny as I was saying before you did “ why isn’t James having coffee with his bagel” as I know how much you love your coffee. I will try Russ and Daughters soon. Thanks for sharing your videos!

[nikip]

Slicing the bialy and [maybe toasting] putting a shmear of at least butter or some scallion cc would've changed your mind, surely. They're that much lighter than a bagel in volume.
Your bagel looked exquisite... 😋👍❤🥯

[pizzareviewsonthego]

Love the inclusion of the place's history, great summary. And good move going on a rainy day. It's not surprising that you haven't visited the place until that day given the long wait times. I chose to go for the first time during the pandemic, and I barely waited 10 minutes. This is definitely one of those places that will satisfy. Their bagels aren't my favorite though. I usually go there and buy a pound of Lox, fish salad, smoked herring, and make the sandwiches at home with some of my preferred bagels, Philadelphia cream cheese and fresh condiments. BTW, if you want to try some killer Babka, get the Babka at Isaac's. It's right across the street from DiFara in Midwood Brooklyn. It's one of my favorite all time desserts ever and it's way better than the one here at Russ and Daughters IMO.

[NoahEats]

I plan on going there in December with the family. That sandwich looked amazing.

[milliesboy]

I grew up on the Lower East Side. I
loved their chocolate coffee beans.

[michaellawrence]

James-Great review. To me, toasting a fresh bagel should be punishable. However, a tip about the Bialys: slice carefully and toast.

[borispeper]

That was super intersting yet mouthwatering... if I ever get to NY this is what I will eat🥪

[kevin]

Your delivery style is excellent. I agree with you on the quality of Russ and Daughters. A bit pricey but the quality shines through. While you are downtown, you might want to try Veniero's for a coffee and pastry. The chocolate raspberry cake is pretty good. Best to you on this Memorial Day weekend

[tomahern]

Russ and Daughters is such a classic institution! You should also try BO’s Bagels on 235 W 116th St. They have one of the best bagels in NYC!

[joeb-vuds]

Hoping you do a video on Barney Greengrass, to give us a comparison between here and there. I saw a video that actually showcased the pastrami sandwich at Barney Greengrass, and it looked great. Would be awesome if you could give us your opinion on the bagel & lox and the pastrami there!

[alisachamoy]

Have you ever tried Sables? Their smoked salmon is very good.

[ScottD-]

Brother, This Is My Favorite Place! Such Deliciousness At Every Corner Of The Store, Everything Is Fresh And Delicious! Enjoy That Gorgeous Bagel PS: You Gotta Put The Bialy In A Toaster To Heat It!

[brodypilcher]

That looked really good man…very good call goin over there…keep it up buddy

[amyt]

Next time you return to Russ & Daughters, spring for the addition of their Wasabi Caviar on your bagel sandwich- next level! 🥯

[MP-ofhg]

Another great video James
I will be in Astoria on Saturday I want Chicago pizza can you tell me where to get off the N train for Pizzeria and UNO thanks so much