Traditional Bagel Cafe Reopened in New Rochelle

The local bagel shop has returned to North Avenue under new ownership with a refreshed menu.

Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Openings & Closings

Several golden-brown bagels rest on a wooden baker's peel atop a flour-dusted marble surface in a bright, artisanal bakery setting. — Traditional Bagel Cafe has reopened on North Avenue in New Rochelle under new ownership, featuring a refreshed menu focused on natural ingredients. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Traditional Bagel Cafe has officially reopened at 1279 North Ave. in New Rochelle following a change in ownership. The cafe held a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the transition earlier this month.

Why it matters

The new ownership aims to preserve the shop's long-standing neighborhood appeal while upgrading ingredient quality to meet higher health standards. These improvements ensure the products align with the owners' commitment to serving families natural, additive-free food.

The cafe has served the community for 20 years and now operates under new management with five years of prior coffee industry experience. The shop is located at 1279 North Ave.

The players

Prince A. Sanders

He is the lead owner of the Traditional Bagel Cafe and oversees the business's transition.

Petar Sanders

He is responsible for managing the daily operations at the New Rochelle cafe.

The details

The new management team, led by Prince A. Sanders, has overhauled the ingredient list by switching to unbleached and unbromated flour. They have also removed Red Dye 40 and artificial colorings in favor of natural alternatives to provide healthier options for children.

The owners gained industry experience at Myrtle Ave Bagel in 2025.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on October 8, 2026.
A public community grand reopening is scheduled for November 7, 2026.

Market Landscape

The cafe's decision to remove artificial dyes and bromated flour mirrors the broader shift toward clean-label food manufacturing seen across the restaurant sector. This move differentiates the local shop by catering to health-conscious consumers in a competitive market.

Regular customers can expect the same neighborhood atmosphere with improved ingredient profiles in their daily meals. The upcoming reopening event offers the community an opportunity to sample the new recipes firsthand.

The takeaway

The transition demonstrates how small businesses can modernize their offerings while maintaining a legacy of community service. Families can prioritize natural ingredients when choosing local dining options for their children.