Our Story —
Welcome to Bagel Basket
Where we serve the best bagels and breakfast sandwiches in Bethlehem! Located on Friedensville Rd, our cozy restaurant offers a wide variety of delicious menu options: deli sandwiches, salads, fresh-baked goods, and more.
We take pride in using high-quality ingredients to create flavorful meals that will satisfy your cravings. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a leisurely meal with friends and family, Bagel Basket is the perfect place to enjoy good food and great company.
Sunny Qureshi
A familiar face on Friedensville Rd, Sunny treats every guest like family. His commitment to quality, community, and hospitality is what keeps Bethlehem coming back morning after morning.
Customer-First Philosophy
Driven by the core belief that "our customers deserve the best," Sunny treats Bagel Basket as more than a restaurant, but it's a central hub of the community. His philosophy centers on continuously reinvesting in the business to elevate the dining experience for his regulars.
Our Service Promise
Sunny is widely recognized across Bethlehem for his deeply personal approach to hospitality. Known for greeting patrons, neighbors, and local students by name, he has cultivated a warm, family-like atmosphere where both first-time visitors and longtime regulars feel like part of the family.
Overcoming Adversity
True community pillars are defined by how they weather a storm. Following the tragic flooding this past year that temporarily halted operations, the Qureshi family channeled their trademark hard work and resilience into rebuilding.
The Grand Reopening
Bagel Basket is thrilled to officially reopen its doors on June 1st! Backed by a dedicated staff, a fully restored space, and an unwavering commitment to quality, Sunny and his family are ready to welcome the community back home with the same freshly made bagels and bustling energy that made the Friedensville Road location a beloved Bethlehem staple.
Grand Re-Opening
June 1st, 2026