Bruegger’s Bagels – Harvest Plaza

This Bruegger’s Bagels sits in Harvest Plaza on Strickland Road in north Raleigh. Bagels come out of the oven through the day, and the counter handles breakfast and lunch orders. Coffee is part of the routine for most people who stop in.

Seasonal flavors turn up on the board, with pumpkin bagels showing up in the fall. The company has been making New York-style bagels for more than 40 years, and the recipes are its own. Sandwiches are the other half of the business. Signature recipes go into them.

What to know

• Bagels are kettle-boiled, with gourmet varieties alongside the standards.
• Cream cheeses are made in Vermont.
• Cage-free eggs go into the breakfast sandwiches.
• The Double-Stack piles two layers of bacon with American cheese and eggs.