Variety Breeds a Better Bagel

If there's one thing New Jersey knows how to do, it's bagels.

Well, that and pizza.

But this week, we're talking about bagels. The big, fluffy, warm kind that have the perfect amount of seasoning on top to leave you craving that next bite. Whether you smear them with cream cheese, butter or even a piece of smoked fish, the right bagel could brighten up your breakfast, and day, in the best way.

Each week, Montville Patch picks a great restaurant either in town or nearby that is worth checking out. Here's this week's choice:

A well-known staple in the Meadtown Shopping Center, Kinnelon Bagel is a wonderful place where locals of all ages stop in for coffee, conversation, and, of course, bagels.

What sets Kinnelon bagel apart from other bagel joints is the uniqueness of its bready delights. In addition to the traditional flavors (blitz, sesame, poppy, pumpernickel, onion, etc.), Kinnelon bagel offers a French Toast bagel, Jalapeno bagel (which is bright red), egg bagels, chocolate chip bagels, and colored bagels that match the soonest holiday (they are now taking orders for green St. Patrick's Day bagels).

The bagels are baked on-site and, depending when you go, are often warm and fresh out of the oven. Whether you're stopping in for breakfast or for lunch, Kinnelon Bagel can make almost any sandwich you can think of on the round delicious breads.