Best Bagels for Commuters NYC— Brookfield Place

Downtown Commuter Quick-Start — Black Seed Bagels Brookfield Place

7:30 AM — Grab-and-go at Black Seed Bagels (Hudson Eats)

Fuel up with a fresh wood-fired bagel and coffee inside Brookfield Place. Fast, reliable service makes this an easy stop for office workers and commuters moving through Battery Park City and the Financial District.

7:40 AM — Walk through Lower Manhattan landmarks

Head out toward the Oculus and One World Trade Center, passing the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and the Perelman Performing Arts Center. The route keeps you on track while offering open space, iconic architecture, and a moment of calm before the workday begins.

7:50 AM — On your way, commute-ready

Connect seamlessly to subway lines, PATH trains, ferries, or offices across Lower Manhattan and Tribeca. No detours—just a smooth, efficient start to the day.

Transit Access — Black Seed Bagels Brookfield Place

Closest subway & transit options:

WTC Cortlandt / World Trade Center — 1, E, C trains

Approx. 2–4 minute walk; fastest access for Midtown and Uptown commuters.

Chambers Street — A, C, 2, 3 trains

5–8 minute walk; convenient for West Side and express routes.

Fulton Street / Cortlandt Street — 2, 3, 4, 5, R trains

7–10 minute walk; ideal for Downtown Brooklyn and East Side connections.

Brookfield Place Ferry Terminal — NYC Ferry routes

Direct waterfront access serving multiple East River and outer-borough routes.

Nearby Area Highlights

Steps from Battery Park City and the paths of Hudson River Park

Views of the Freedom Tower and Lower Manhattan skyline

Immediate access to major transit hubs, offices, and cultural destinations

Black Seed Bagels’ central Brookfield Place location makes it the best bagel stop for Downtown Manhattan commuters, offering fast service, unmatched transit access, and a seamless start to the workday.