Shelsky's Brooklyn Bagels

Chef Peter Shelsky balances deli tradition with modern updates, serving kettle-boiled bagels alongside options like spicy Szechuan pepper schmear and a chopped cheese sandwich. You can order the classic "Member of the Tribe" lox bagel, house-pickled herring with onions, or the tribute bagel sandwich. The shop is styled as a nostalgic homage to Jewish culture, but space is tight: with only about three tables for seating, it is best suited for takeout or very small groups.