The iconic upper West Side bagel shop is set to reopen as "New Absolute Bagel" at its longtime location, although the new ownership differs from the original family-run establishment. The new owners, a group of partners with other bagel shops in the region, have no connection to Absolute Bagels’ previous owners, the Thongkrieng family. Community members expressed excitement and nostalgia upon seeing the new signage, highlighting the importance of the bagel shop to local life and the hope for its success in the neighborhood.
The new Absolute Bagel signage signals a revival of a beloved neighborhood spot, yet the new ownership is entirely different from the prior family-run business.
While the new owners have experience with bagel shops, they are not well-known, sparking curiosity among the locals about their connection to the previous owners.
Many locals expressed excitement upon seeing the new 'Absolute Bagel' sign, as they reminisced about the former establishment which had served the community for decades.
The neighborhood's sentiment reflects a desire for the revived bagel shop to thrive, highlighting the importance of local businesses to the community's character.
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