Western Bagel is a family-owned and -operated chain of bagel shops that has been in Southern California since 1947. The bagel shop was founded by Dave Ustin, who opened the first one since he could not find a good bagel in Los Angeles.
Dave was born and raised in the Bronx, New York City, and was the son of a Russian immigrant. He had been working in a bagel factory since the age of nine and started working full-time at the age of 13. His father had also been a bagel baker, so it only made sense for him, with his expertise, to open a bagel shop in Los Angeles.
Dave established Western Bagel in 1947, and it became the first bagel bakery in Los Angeles. The Western Bagel company has opened up 11 locations since 1947 and is still family-owned and -operated. Bagels from Western Bagel are very popular and can be found in many delis in Los Angeles.
Their bagels are also available in supermarkets in the USA as well as international stores. Western Bagel’s motto, “The Bagel That Won the West,” and its signature West Coast bagel are iconic and have wowed customers for years.
Here are the best Western Bagel items you should try if you are in Southern California.
Here Are Some of The Most Popular Western Bagel Menu Items
Classic Bagels
The classic bagels from Western Bagel are the simplest option. With almost 23 sweet and savory bagel flavors, these are bound to become your favorite everyday treat.
Classic bagels from Western Bagel do not have any preservatives or dough softeners, making them healthy and nutritious. However, people are still perplexed how these classic bagels are still so soft without these additives.
The secret of the soft bagels from Western Bagel is that they are created using the same recipe that was used to initially make bagels in 1947.
Also, if you order Classic Bagels for shipping within the United States, they aim for a 2 day delivery to ensure that the bagels will be the same taste and quality as if you walked in a store in Southern California.
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Alternative 2.0 Bagels
Alternative 2.0 Bagels from Western Bagel are made to suit people who are looking for a nourishing and healthy option.
These bagels contain whole-grain goodness and are baked to golden perfection. These healthy bagels are available in five flavors: Wheat, Roasted Onion, Cinnamon Spice, Plain, and Blueberry. You can enjoy these bagels with your favorite cream cheese spreads or a hot cup of coffee.
The best reason why people can enjoy Alternative 2.0 bagels guilt-free is they only contain 120 calories with 10 grams of fiber. If you are looking for a low-carb option, you should definitely go for Alternative 2.0 bagels on your next visit to Western Bagel.
Perfect 10 + Bagels
For people who are on a protein-packed diet, the Perfect 10 + Bagels from Western Bagel is the best choice as it can satisfy their cravings for savory, fresh, and tasty bagels.
These bagels are also known as Protein bagels and are popular among Western Bagel fans as the best everything protein bagel. It contains Pea Protein which makes it taste absolutely delicious. It is also a great soy-free and vegan-friendly option for people with specific dietary restrictions or preferences.
You can get two flavors of Perfect 10 + Bagels, Everything bagel and Healthy Grain bagel.
Perfect 10 + MAXX Bagels
People who want Perfect 10 + Bagels but find them too small for their preference can now go for the Perfect 10 + MAXX bagels.
These bagels are a slightly larger version of the Perfect 10 + Bagels and carry more protein in each serving. This is an excellent choice for people who want to increase their protein intake.
Similar to Perfect 10 + Bagels, Perfect 10 + MAXX bagels are available in two flavors, Everything bagels, and Healthy Grain bagels.
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Pastrami Bagel Sandwich
The Pastrami Bagel Sandwich from Western Bagel is one of their most popular offerings. It contains salty and delicious lean pastrami sliced thinly for great flavor.
You can enjoy the sandwich with your preferred type of bagel, toasted or not toasted, according to your preference. The sandwich also contains lettuce, mayo, onion, mustard, tomato, and your choice of cheese. You can choose from American, Provolone, Swiss, Pepper Jack, and Cheddar Cheese.
Tuna Salad Bagel Sandwich
If you want a comforting yet delicious sandwich, you should try the Tuna Salad Bagel Sandwich from Western Bagel.
You can choose your preferred type of savory bagel to complement the sandwich and ask the employee to toast it for you if you like. The filling of the sandwich contains Albacore tuna salad that is made fresh daily for the patrons.
You can add lettuce, onion, pickles, and tomato to your sandwich with a topping of mustard and mayo. You can add your preferred type of cheese, American, Provolone, Swiss, Pepper Jack, and Cheddar Cheese, to the sandwich as well.
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Cream Cheese
The most popular item on the Western Bagel menu after the bagels has to be their cream cheese. The cream cheese from Western Bagel has a thick, creamy, and smooth consistency which pairs well with the soft and grainy texture of the bagel.
It has a tangy and rich taste that pairs well with all types of savory and sweet bagels. There are even different sweet and savory varieties of cream cheese sold at Western Bagel.
You can try plain cream cheese, jalapeno cream cheese, garlic and herb cream cheese, strawberry cream cheese, wild berry cream cheese, vegan cream cheese, veggie cream cheese, and onion cream cheese.
And of course, there are a variety of delicious lox spreads if you want a richer taste with your warm bagel.
Cinnamon Roll
After enjoying a delicious bagel sandwich with a glass of soda, there is no better dessert to end your meal than a warm, fresh, and sweet cinnamon roll.
The cinnamon roll from Western Bagel is a delightful, sweet treat. It is drizzled with sugary icing, which complements the earthy cinnamon flavor of the roll perfectly.
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Western Bagel Menu – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I order Western Bagel online?
Yes, you can order Western Bagel online from their websites and other food delivery platforms. You can view the menu for Western Bagel as well on the website.
Are Western Bagels healthy?
The Perfect 10 + is a special type of bagel product from Western Bagel that is low in calories (150) and carbohydrates (20 g) and tastes fantastic. It is an everything protein bagel that is very healthy and good for your gut and body. It only has one gram of sugar and is soy-free and vegan-friendly.
What ingredients are in Western Bagel?
The original plain bagels from Western Bagel contain water, sugar, enriched unbleached flour (wheat flour, riboflavin, folic acid, malted barley flour, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, reduced iron), may contain 2% or less of yeast, calcium propionate, guar gum, hydrated monoglyceride, calcium sulfate, potassium sorbate and propionic acid (preservatives), tricalcium phosphate, ascorbic acid, mono-diglycerides, l-cysteine, dextrose, wheat gluten, salt, enzymes.
Who owns Western Bagel?
Western Bagel is operated and owned by Steve Ustin and Jeff Ustin, his son. They have kept the operations of Western Bagel true to tradition, and the bagels are still kettle-boiled and hearth-baked to this day.
Does Western Bagel boil their Bagels?
Western Bagel offers customers New York-style bagels with a twist of the West Coats. They are lighter, and airer than a dense New York bagel but are still kettle-boiled like bagels in New York.
The History of Western Bagel “The Bagel That Won the West”
Learn about the history of Western Bagel and how it came to be “The Bagel That Won the West.”
Summary
Western Bagel is one of the most iconic American bagel brands in the USA. They ship their highly popular bagels nationwide and even deliver them internationally to some locations.
Dave Ustin opened the first Western Bagel shop in 1947, which has since grown into eleven stores in Southern California. It is the largest bagel manufacturing organization and has a great motto, “The Bagel That Won The West.”
The taste and quality of bagels made at Western Bagel are the same as it was on opening day, because they still use the original recipe and cooking techniques as they did back in the day.
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