New York bagels get all of the hype, but tucked away in Simsbury, Connecticut there’s a bagel shop that puts them all to shame. It wouldn’t be surprising to find out at least a few of the greatest love songs of all time were actually written about these bagels.
Acceptable bagel places create doughy delicacies that reach a certain threshold of density and chewiness.
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The bagels at Brookside far exceed the chewiness standards. The result is so delicious, you’ll have to taste it to believe it.
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Beyond “normal” bagel varieties, there are a few specialty bagels including bursts of flavor baked in the typically-underutilized hole, including dutch apple, banana chocolate chip, cheddar, and cheddar everything.
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For a real treat, order a breakfast sandwich on a cheddar bagel.
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On a nice day, the patio seating outdoors is wonderful. Inside, there’s plenty of seating and a cozy sofa.
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Brookside is so popular, they could open up a second location across the street and pack both places on Saturday mornings. You might not have to wait on weekday mornings, but on Saturday mornings there’s always a line. The bagels are worth waiting for.
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Sure, there might be a few other great bagel places in Connecticut, but Brookside Bagels is king of them all. If you don’t believe it, check it out for yourself!
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