The New York Way

Authentically Handcrafted

Since day one, Knead a Bagel has been dedicated to preparing authentic New York-style bagels in an artisan way.

Our bagels are not just a bread roll as mostly found, they are hand-rolled, proven, kettle-boiled & then baked, creating that perfect golden crust and signature chewy texture.

AUTHENTIC METHOD

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Boiled and baked fresh each day in-store, ensuring consistency, flavour and quality in every bite.

MADE FRESH DAILY

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Proudly serving our Australian community, creating a welcoming space where great food brings people together.

QUALITY INGREDIENTS

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We carefully select fresh, locally sourced ingredients to deliver bold, satisfying flavours you can rely on.

COMMUNITY FOCUSED

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Fresh. Simple. Packed With Flavour.

Our bagels are kettle-boiled for that perfect chew, then baked to a golden finish. Choose from classic favourites or loaded signature creations, all made fresh in-store.

New York Everything Bagel New York Everything Bagel
New York Everything Bagel
$4.00

The "holy grail" of savory bagels, defined by its generous coating of diverse toppings. A traditional New York mix includes dried garlic, onion flakes, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, and kosher salt for extra depth. It is hand-rolled, boiled, and baked to achieve a signature "New York chew".

Pairings: Anything & everything savory!

Cinnamon & Raisin Bagel Cinnamon & Raisin Bagel
Cinnamon & Raisin Bagel
$4.00

Cinnamon & Raisin Bagel: A beloved sweet option featuring a warm, spicy aroma from ground cinnamon and bursts of sweetness from plump raisins.

Pairings:Often referred to as a "fruit bagel," it is frequently served toasted with butter or cream cheese to highlight its fragrant, comforting flavors. Excellent before setting out on any endurance sport, try with smashed banana, honey and cream cheese.

Lemon Myrtle Poppy Bagel Lemon Myrtle Poppy Bagel
Lemon Myrtle Poppy Bagel
$4.00

Lemon Myrtle & Poppyseed Bagel: A modern, often Australian-inspired twist on the classic poppyseed bagel. It combines the nutty crunch of poppy seeds with the distinct, citrusy, and herbal aroma of lemon myrtle.

Aroma: Toasted, these bagels emit a distinct, bush lemony aroma.

Pairings: Great with anything!

Every order is prepared fresh, just the way you like it.

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The Story Behind the Bagel

Its iconic ring shape wasn’t just for looks. It symbolised continuity and life, and was even traditionally given as a gift to women after childbirth.

What makes a bagel truly unique is its method. Unlike regular bread, the dough is first boiled, then baked. This centuries-old technique creates that signature chewy interior and crisp outer crust that bagel lovers know and crave.

Over time, bagels travelled with Eastern European immigrants to cities like New York, where they evolved into the global favourite we enjoy today.

So every bagel you bite into isn’t just fresh bread, it’s a tradition that’s been shaped, boiled, and baked through generations.

Long before bagels became a brunch staple, they carried centuries of history in every bite. The bagel as we know it today traces back to Jewish communities in Poland during the early 1600s, with the first written record appearing in Kraków in 1610.

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What Our Customers Say

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Hands down the best bagels I’ve had in Australia. Fresh, full of flavour, and actually filling. The classic cream cheese one is my go-to, but everything I’ve tried has been great.

Daniel M

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I didn’t realise how much I’d missed a proper bagel until I tried these. The texture is spot on, crispy on the outside and soft inside. You can tell they’re made properly, not just another bread roll with a hole. I’ve already been back three times this week.

Sarah L

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Stopped in on a whim and now it’s part of my weekly routine. Fresh and delicious

Jason R

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Assorted bagels with toppings such as sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and chopped nuts on a wooden cutting board, with flour and seeds scattered around.
Assorted bagels on a wooden cutting board, a bagel with sesame seeds, a bagel with poppy seeds, and others, with a bowl of flour and a rolled-out dough sheet on a floured surface.
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