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The best bagel shops in Sussex County, NJ run from Route 206 in Stanhope all the way up to County Road 515 in Vernon, and our team rounded up 11 of them for 2026. Every shop below is open now, with fresh bagels for breakfast sandwiches, deli lunches, and dozens to take home.
We listed them roughly south to north so you can find the closest one fast. Looking for a sit-down meal instead? See our guide to the best restaurants in Sussex County.
1. Leggo My Bagel, Stanhope
Photo: Leggo My Bagel via Google Business Profile.
Leggo My Bagel sits at 13 Route 206 in Stanhope. The shop kettle boils its bagels, bakes 16 varieties, and makes its own specialty cream cheeses. Regulars also come for signature sandwiches like the Sobo, Hobo, and Bobo. See the full menu on the Leggo My Bagel website.
2. Augie’s Brooklyn Bagels and Deli, Sparta
Photo: Augie’s Brooklyn Bagels and Deli via Google Business Profile.
Augie’s Brooklyn Bagels and Deli, at 53 Sparta Avenue North, is a downtown Sparta stop for Brooklyn style bagels and deli sandwiches. It opens at 6 AM every day, which makes it an easy grab before a morning at Lake Mohawk. Call 973-729-4100 for catering and platters.
3. Bagel Station, Sparta
Photo: Bagel Station via Google Business Profile.
Bagel Station, at 354 Lafayette Road in Sparta, is a neighborhood bagel shop and deli serving bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and deli lunches. It opens at 5 AM on weekdays, so commuters heading toward Route 15 can stop on the way. Reach the shop at 973-383-3666.
4. Bagel Bistro, Newton
Photo: Bagel Bistro via Google Business Profile.
Bagel Bistro is at 231 Newton Sparta Road in Newton, near the Sparta line. The shop serves bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch, and it opens at 5 AM most days. Menu details are on the Bagel Bistro website.
5. A&B Bagels Deli and Grill, Newton
Photo: A&B Bagels Deli and Grill via Google Business Profile.
A&B Bagels, at 470 Route 206 in Newton, is a family owned shop that has been baking since 1997, using Bob Russo’s Brooklyn recipe. Beyond bagels, it runs a full grill and handles catering for parties and offices. See the menu on the A&B Bagels website.
6. Bagful O’ Bagels, Lafayette
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Bagful O’ Bagels, at 11 Route 15 in Lafayette, has been hand rolling, boiling, and baking its bagels since 1999. Watch for its Perfect 10 daily specials, a set of $10 deals posted by the shop. Details are on the Bagful O’ Bagels website.
7. Firehouse Bagel Company, Branchville
Photo: Firehouse Bagel Company via Google Business Profile.
Firehouse Bagel, at 332 Route 206 in Branchville, is easy to spot by its bright red and yellow storefront. It opens at 3:30 AM most days, one of the earliest starts in the county, and serves breakfast, deli sandwiches, and catering platters. Pair a stop with our Branchville restaurant guide, and see the menu on the Firehouse Bagel website.
8. The Bagel Tree, Franklin
Photo: The Bagel Tree via Google Business Profile.
The Bagel Tree, at 100 Route 23 in Franklin, sits on the main road through town and serves fresh bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and deli lunches, opening at 5 AM on weekdays. Find the menu on The Bagel Tree website.
9. The Bagel Tree North, Wantage
Photo: The Bagel Tree North via Google Business Profile.
The Bagel Tree North, at 205 Route 23 in Wantage, is the sister shop to the Franklin location, serving bagels and breakfast sandwiches and putting together sandwich platters for gatherings. It opens at 6 AM daily. Details are on the Bagel Tree Wantage page.
10. DareDevil Deli and Bagel, Sussex
Photo: DareDevil Deli and Bagel via Google Business Profile.
DareDevil Deli and Bagel, at 65 County Road 639 near Sussex Borough, pairs bagels with a full deli and grill. It is open Tuesday through Sunday and closed Mondays. Follow the shop on the DareDevil Deli Facebook page for specials.
11. Lox of Bagels, Vernon
Photo: Lox of Bagels via Google Business Profile.
Lox of Bagels, at 530 County Road 515 in Vernon, is a handy stop on the way to Mountain Creek or the Appalachian Trail. It opens at 5 AM every day for bagels and breakfast sandwiches. Call 973-764-2646 for orders.
Tips for Your Bagel Run
Weekend mornings are the busiest time at most of these shops, so an early arrival means a better pick of flavors. Many of them also sell bagels by the dozen and assemble platters for parties, which makes them a solid choice for office breakfasts and holiday brunches.
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Featured photo: Leggo My Bagel via Google Business Profile.
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