For over a decade, Pick-A-Bagel, located at 37 West End Avenue, has been one of the go-to bagel spots for people living near West 61st and West End Avenue. Students and locals have long relied on Pick-A-Bagel, whether for a quick breakfast before school, a coffee on the go, or a midday bagel.
Recently, however, many students noticed that the signage had changed. Now under the name of Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys, the shop has retained much of its familiar feel while incorporating slight renovations and rebranding.
An anonymous junior commented, “The only thing that was really different was the logo; the food is the same, even the staff.”
Overall, the transition from Pick-A-Bagel to Kossar’s has been smooth, with minimal disruption to customers’ routines. While the name on the storefront has changed, the bagels and the loyal customer base remain the same.