Commuters heading to work from the Sheepshead Bay Road train station yesterday morning probably walked right past Dish D’lish, the bagel store that replaced Bagel Stop back in January. When they went home at the end of the day, the store was sporting a new name: Jonathan’s Bakery.
The owner told Sheepshead Bites that he is recalibrating the business to focus more on the baked goods they’ve been serving up alongside their bagels and deli sandwiches. He didn’t want to reveal too much just yet, but he said some more changes are still to come. And if you’re wondering where the name came from, Jonathan is his son.
See photos of the storefront’s evolution.
When Bagel Stop closed down in December, we began wondering who would take up that prime real estate next to the train station. We didn’t have to wonder long, because it was just a two or so weeks until a new tenant opened shop.
Dish D’Lish opened without a sign, and they asked us not to report until it went up. Well, it went up this Sunday. So everyone welcome our newest bagel/deli/pastry place, which has some neato sandwiches you’ll be hearing about later.
For now, we look forward to what you have to say about the new store.
(Courtesy of Lisanne Anderson)
Bagel Stop & Deli has had a rough couple of years. First Dunkin’ Donuts opened up across the street (at the former location of Bagel Station). Then Bagel Boy opened just a few blocks away. But at 1424 Sheepshead Bay Road, Bagel Stop should’ve had the advantage, since it was closer to the train station than any other bagel place could be. Yet business seemed to struggle over the past couple of years, and, finally, it has shuttered its storefront. Reader Lisanne Anderson caught this photo yesterday, and said all of the tables and counters had been removed. She said workers told her the building was sold, pushing them to close. We have to wonder, though, as this is an increasingly popular excuse.
(Courtesy of Village Voice)
Who doesn’t love the rich, savory smell of exotic Middle Eastern spices? Village Voice’s Robert Sietsema does, and his taste buds led him all the way to Sheepshead Bay. He checked out Liman Restaurant (2710 Emmons Avenue), which boasts a variety of traditional Turkish eats. He even took pictures! But this restaurant critic isn’t the only one talking about Liman. Let’s hear what the Yelp crowd has to say.
After returning from a trip to Turkey, Gary D. and co. wanted to relive their “epicurean” experience, which they met with some unexpected results. While the “anchovies were delicious” and “the mussel dolmas had good flavor,” it wasn’t exactly what Gary had hoped for. “All in all [the food] was pretty tasty, somewhat overpriced and neither of us felt particularly good after dinner (if you know what I mean.)” Oh yes, we know what you mean.
While Gary “would probably try a different place” the next time he’s jones-ing for a Turkish meal, Stan Z. had a different take. Stan lists “the salad, the fried liver cubes, the jajik, calamari…” as a must. For those of you strapped for cash, be warned that “prices are moderate to expensive but the portions for appetizers are pretty large.” On Friday and Saturday nights, Stan recommends you come before 9 p.m. to avoid the “weird, funky and show off crowds with their expensive cars and swagger.”
And then there’s the rest:
Bagel Stop & Deli (1424 Sheepshead Bay Road) got five stars from bob s. for their “always fresh” bagels.
For some “very decent” lunch prices, Max S. thinks Vanka Café (3810 Nostrand Ave) offers a good variety of food selections, “including lamb testicles – yummo!”
And Russian night club Paradise Gardens LLC (2814 Emmons Avenue) gets praise for their night club experience but a thumbs down on the food, which eugenek describes as “subpar.”
