Lox, Stocks and Bagels to Feature on National TV
The Eugene bagel shop will appear on the program America's Best Restaurants this Thursday.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Dining Out
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Local bagel shop Lox, Stocks and Bagels will be featured on the television show America's Best Restaurants on October 15, 2026. The popular independent eatery was selected for the program after receiving nominations from its own customers.
Why it matters
The program highlights local independent eateries to a national audience, providing significant exposure for the selected businesses. This segment is expected to boost the profile of the shop, potentially mirroring the success of its Portland-based food truck operation.
Located at 368 E. 40th Ave., the shop is an independent eatery owned by Maxwell Davis since January 2021. The business also operates a separate food truck in Portland known as Bialy Buzz.
The players
Lox, Stocks and Bagels
This is an independent bagel shop located in Eugene that has been under current ownership since 2021.
Luis Rivera
He is the program host for the television show America's Best Restaurants who visited Eugene for the filming segment.
Maxwell Davis
He is the owner of Lox, Stocks and Bagels who took over the operation of the shop in early 2021.
The details
Host Luis Rivera visited the Eugene location on June 30, 2026, to film a segment profiling the shop. The featured shop follows in the footsteps of the Sixth Street Grill, which was previously profiled by the same program.
Timeline
Maxwell Davis took ownership of the business in January 2021.
Host Luis Rivera visited the restaurant for filming on June 30, 2026.
The segment is scheduled to be released on October 15, 2026, at noon.
Culture Shift
The appearance of local establishments on national television reflects the growing trend of independent eateries leveraging media exposure to compete with larger chains. This movement highlights the shift toward hyper-local food culture supported by digital and broadcast audience building.
Residents may see an increase in foot traffic at the 40th Avenue shop following the televised feature. Patrons should anticipate potential wait times as the restaurant adjusts to the publicity generated by the national appearance.
The takeaway
Televised exposure can serve as a catalyst for small businesses looking to grow their regional footprint. Local customers can support the shop by visiting during its regular operating hours to experience the menu firsthand.
Further reading
For more on the local food scene, see the Dining Out section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KLCC | NPR for Oregonians.
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