Boichik Bagels Lox and Scallion Cream Cheese in Berkeley

A New York-style bagel with smoked salmon and house-made scallion cream cheese, from bagels nationally acclaimed as the best in America. The bagel has the right chewy crumb and shiny crust achieved through the boiling-then-baking process. The smoked salmon is sourced from Pacific or Atlantic suppliers depending on season; the scallion cream cheese is made daily. Available from 07:30 at the College Avenue location until sold out (usually by 12:30 on weekends).

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