Russ & Daughters

4.6$$· Moderate

Iconic Lower East Side shop serving smoked fish, caviar, and bagels.

Russ & Daughters
Website Directions 212-475-4881

Founded in 1914, Russ & Daughters is a legendary family-owned appetizing shop located on Manhattan's Lower East Side. Famous for its hand-sliced smoked salmon, specialty caviars, and fresh bagels with schmear, it remains a cornerstone of classic New York food culture. Visitors order at the bustling retail counter to pick up traditional Jewish specialty fare for takeaway.

Quick tip: Arrive early in the morning, especially on weekends, as counter lines can form quickly.

Expert notes

  • Visitors can order ahead and pick up. Call 212-475-4880, ext. 3, press 1 for The Shop at 179 E Hudson; ext 3, press 3 for The Cafe at 127 Orchard St; and ext 3, press 2 for the Brooklyn cafe at 141 Flushing Ave. They also offer catering for pick up.

Features

  • Baked Goods
  • Cafe
  • Coffee Tea
  • Dine In
  • Local Favorite
  • Smoked Fish
  • Take Outs
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Special occasion reservations

You can reservation for wedding, cocktail parties, holiday celebration, corporate event etc. For more information contact: cafe@russanddaughters.com.

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