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Best Vegan Bagel in New York City (2026)

33 places ranked by how good the vegan version of their bagel tastes, going by Google Maps and HappyCow reviews. Liberty Bagels Midtown takes the #1 spot. 12 places on the list aren't very vegan-friendly overall (grade D or E): reviewers rate the vegan bagel there, but ask for the vegan version when you order.

Liberty Bagels Midtown, bakery in New York City #1 for bagel
Bagel Shop, Tofu Cream Cheese

“Be aware that some vegan orders have been mistakenly served with dairy cream cheese; double-check your order carefully.”

American bagelcream cheese
Pick A Bagel, restaurant in New York City #6 for bagel
★ 4.2 B
Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese

“Try the tofu scallion cream cheese, a frequently praised vegan spread.”

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Bo's Bagels, bakery in New York City #7 for bagel
★ 4.2 B
Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese

“Expect takeout with limited or no indoor seating available.”

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Ess-a-Bagel, bakery in New York City #8 for bagel
★ 4.0 B
Bagel Shop, Tofu Cream Cheese

“Try the tofu scallion cream cheese on a toasted everything bagel.”

American bageltofu cream cheese
Bagelworks, bakery in New York City #12 for bagel
★ 4.1 D
Bagel Shop, Tofu Spreads

“Try the variety of tofu cream cheese spreads including scallion and sundried tomato.”

American bageltofu
Apollo Bagels, bakery in New York City #13 for bagel
★ 4.0 D
Sourdough Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese

“Try the sourdough bagel with vegan cream cheese for a classic NYC taste.”

American bagelcream cheese
2788 Bagels, bakery in New York City #14 for bagel
★ 4.3 D
Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese

“Try the herb, chive & garlic, or olive & pimento vegan cream cheese flavors”

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Tal Bagels, bakery in New York City #15 for bagel
★ 3.8 D
Bagel Shop, Tofu Spreads

“Try the tofu vegetable cream cheese spread available in three flavors: plain, scallion, and veggie.”

American bagelcake
Ess-a-Bagel, restaurant in New York City #18 for bagel
★ 3.9 E
Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese, Omnivore

“Order ahead online to avoid long wait times during peak hours”

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H&H Bagels, restaurant in New York City #22 for bagel
★ 3.9 D
Bagel Deli, Tofu Cream Cheese

“Try the tofu cream cheese spreads, available in plain and scallion flavors”

American bageltofu cream cheese
PopUp Bagels, bakery in New York City #24 for bagel
★ 4.1 B
Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese

“Remember the minimum order is three bagels; you cannot order just one.”

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Ess-a-Bagel, bakery in New York City #33 for bagel
★ 3.4 C
Bagels, Vegan Tofu Cream Cheese

“Order bagels when they are freshly baked and hot for best taste”

American bageltofu scallion cream cheese
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Questions about vegan bagel in New York City

Where can I find the best vegan bagel in New York City?

Liberty Bagels Midtown tops our ranking for the best vegan bagel in New York City. We ranked 33 places in New York City by how good Google Maps and HappyCow reviewers say the vegan version of their bagel tastes.

How many restaurants serve vegan bagel in New York City?

This list has 33 places in New York City that serve vegan bagel. Their average Spinach rating is 4.1 out of 5.0.

Are there fully vegan bagel spots in New York City?

None of the 33 places on this list is fully vegan. Each one shows its Vegan Friendliness grade (A–E), so you can check how easy ordering vegan will be before you go.

Why is a place with a low vegan grade on this list?

The rank is about the dish, not the venue. A place can make some of the best vegan bagel in New York City and still have few other vegan options, unclear labels or staff who don't know the menu well. That is what the A–E Vegan Friendliness grade on each card measures. 12 of the 33 places here are graded D or E. There, ask for the vegan version when you order.

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