Bagel Snack, the Pompano Beach deli that has been baking bagels and stacking classic sandwiches for decades, was just crowned the best deli in South Florida. The win, a readers' pick in the region's annual dining awards, comes right as the shop settles in under new management. Regulars say it is the kettle-boiled bagels and thick-cut pastrami that keep them lining up at the counter.
According to the Miami New Times, Bagel Snack snagged the Sun Sentinel's Best of South Florida Dining readers' award for best deli, with results published April 7. The 45-year-old shop topped five finalists, including Ben’s Kosher Delicatessen, Goldberg’s Delicatessen and Pickle Barrel Deli. The coverage notes that Bagel Snack had already taken home the competition's best bagels title in 2024. The Bagel Snack website also splashes the readers' recognition right on its homepage.
New owners, same recipes
State business filings list Kim Zweibaum and Mallarie Mondt as managers of Bagel Snack LLC, confirming that the pair now run the operation. Florida Department of State records show Bagel Snack LLC was filed in 2024 and list the new principals by name, while public business directories such as CorporationWiki reflect the same management lineup.
A rocky first few months
In an interview relayed by the Miami New Times, the owners described a bumpy rollout that included electrical outages and broken ovens that halted baking for four days. The article notes that a longtime counter employee of 35 years also needed time to adjust to the new team. Even with those early hiccups, the owners told reporters they have kept the original recipes and most of the menu intact.
What to order
The menu sticks to deli fundamentals. There are bagels with nova, lox or pastrami, oversized omelets, and piled-high sandwiches such as Reubens, Rachels, corned beef and pastrami. Platters let diners mix housemade salads, including egg, whitefish and tuna. Breakfast runs to corned-beef hash and challah French toast. The deli's website lists the full spread and emphasizes made-to-order bagels for both takeaway and dine-in customers.
Longtime local favorite
Bagel Snack has been a neighborhood staple for decades and has repeatedly appeared on local lists praising its bagels, which helps explain why readers rallied behind it in the Best of South Florida vote. Coverage of Broward-area bagel shops has often singled out Bagel Snack for its New York-style method and consistent product. That steady reputation with both residents and snowbirds likely helped push it over the top in the latest poll.
Plan your visit
Bagel Snack is located at 1237 S. Powerline Road in Pompano Beach and typically serves breakfast and lunch into the early afternoon. TripAdvisor lists the address along with current hours. Weekend mornings can draw a crowd, so expect a line for bagels and consider calling ahead with your order.
