Western Bagel

L.A.’s home-grown bagel mini-chain has been making famed bagels since 1958. With 11 locations, most of which are in the San Fernando Valley, the family-owned Western Bagel is often cited as an essential piece of L.A. food culture. The bagels are soft and light and, when served with a heaping helping of cream cheese, are almost in danger of folding over, even when toasted. Very SoCal bagel options, including low-carb and sprouted wheat options, complement a decidedly less health-conscious lunch menu, including a full line of Boar’s Head cold cuts and in-store roasted and thick sliced turkey breasts.