Last Updated: 22 days ago
Phone: (646) 795-6211
Address: 502 WEST 34 STREET 10001
Iconic Jewish appetizing spot, celebrated for life-changing lox and bagels, though some debate the bagel quality.
This iconic establishment is a quintessential New York experience, celebrated for its outstanding smoked fish, especially lox, which perfectly complements their bagels. While opinions on the bagels themselves vary, the combination of perfectly textured bagels, creamy cream cheese, and silky salmon is frequently described as a life-changing and a must-have. The quality and unique flavors make it a highly recommended stop for anyone seeking an authentic New York appetizing experience.
Specializing in Jewish-American appetizing, this establishment is renowned for its exceptional smoked fish, particularly lox, which is frequently cited as a standout. While the bagels receive mixed reviews, with some finding them subpar, the overall consensus leans towards the quality of the fish and classic combinations like the 'Lox Bagel with scallion cream cheese, tomato, capers and onions' being a must-try. Other recommended items include Bloody Marys and Egg Creams.
"The Lox Bagel with scallion cream cheese, tomato, capers, and onions is a standout, frequently described as a must-try. Other recommended items include Bloody Marys and Egg Creams."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the food, particularly the lox and bagels, often describing the experience as life-changing and a must-try in NYC. However, some find the bagels themselves to be less impressive compared to the fish.
Important Note
Some customers feel the bagels are not as good as the highly praised fish, and one reviewer considered it an overrated tourist trap.
"The commenter would have a Super Heebster on an onion bagel and a hot smoke cold smoke on a pumpernickel bagel from Russ & Daughters, with OJ and iced coffee."
Positive"Russ and Daughters is acknowledged for having great smoked fish, but their bagels are deemed not that great."
Neutral"This commenter agrees that Russ and Daughters' bagels are poor, but emphasizes that their fish is amazing."
Neutral"While the bagels at Russ and Daughters are considered not great, the fish is highly praised. The commenter also suggests trying a babka from Breads bakery."
Neutral"This user recommended Russ and Daughters Cafe as a good alternative for Jewish-style places."
Positive"Russ and Daughter's chocolate halva is highly recommended."
Positive"This user mentions Russ & Daughters in Hudson Yards, recommending it specifically for smoked fish rather than just bagels, implying it's worth the trip for that specialty."
Neutral"The commenter, a tourist, noted that Russ and Daughters in NYC served their lox and bagel as a closed sandwich, differing from the open-faced style common in Ohio. While they ate it as served due to messiness, they prefer open-faced for better fish taste."
Neutral"Lists several specific bagel and fish combinations from Russ & Daughters as examples of good offerings, in a discussion about bagel types."
Positive"Author recommended getting fish from Russ & Daughters at Hudson Yards as a 'smart' choice, to accompany bagels."
Positive"For lox, the author specifically recommended walking over to Russ & Daughters in Hudson Yards."
Positive"Mentions that Russ & Daughters, like most places, has dairy-free tofu cream cheese."
Neutral"Suggests getting fish from Russ & Daughters or Acme, which produces for them."
Positive"The bagels at Russ & Daughters aren't the reason to go there."
Neutral"Agrees that the bagels at Russ & Daughters aren't good, but still enjoys going there."
Neutral"Recommends getting salmon from Russ & Daughters and a bagel from Bagel Pub."
Positive"Agrees that Russ & Daughters has excellent fish, but disappointing bagels."
Neutral"Russ & Daughters has the best fish but not the best bagels."
Positive"The bagels at Russ & Daughters aren't good."
Negative"Recommends Russ & Daughters."
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