The closure of Absolute Bagels on the Upper West Side sparked significant community concern, leading to the establishment of a new store named New Absolute Bagel at the same location. The original shop closed due to health violations, raising questions about its legacy. Broker Rafe Evans emphasized the importance of continuing the bagel tradition in the space. The new owners remain undisclosed, and it is unclear whether they will replicate Absolute Bagels' recipes. Community nostalgia for the previous establishment has led to unique sales of memorabilia online.
The abrupt closing of Absolute Bagels late last year sent the Upper West Side into an uproar. Now, the storefront at 2788 Broadway, between West 107th and 108th streets, is a bagel shop once more.
I rented to Sam 30 years ago, he's gone now (leaving the space) and it's my job to re-rent the store. And we all agree another bagel store is the highest priority and best use of the space.
However, an official statement on the reason for the closure was never given. New Yorkers capitalized on the nostalgia of the bagel institution with at least one listing selling a stack of real Absolute Bagels on eBay for $50.
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