06/01/2026
WOW!!!! Our hearts are full in a way we still can’t fully put into words.
We are deeply honored, humbled, and profoundly grateful for the proclamation of May 31st as “Beyond Bagels Day” in North Reading, and for the love, patience, and kindness this community has shown us since announcing our closure.
Now that our final day has passed, we’ve had time to truly take it all in — and what we feel most is immense gratitude.
The sight of so many of you lining up one last time, waiting patiently for a coffee, a bagel, or your favorite sandwich, will stay with us forever. So many tears were shared, so many hugs held a little longer, so many memories spoken out loud like they mattered — because they truly did.
The flowers, cards, gifts, and endless kind words surrounded us in a way that felt overwhelming in the most beautiful sense. We were reminded every single day that this wasn’t just a business. It was a place that meant something real to people — and that is a rare and precious gift.
For 24 years, North Reading gave us far more than a place to work. You gave us purpose, connection, friendship, and a sense of belonging we will carry for the rest of our lives. There is truly no other community we would have rather built Beyond Bagels in. You showed up for us — not just in these final weeks, but for two decades — in ways we will never forget.
Beyond Bagels has always been about kindness and respect expressed through food. Every bagel, every cup of coffee, every sandwich was made with care for a community that became family to us. That will always remain the heart of who we are.
We will miss you more than words can express, but we are endlessly thankful for every moment we shared.
Please continue to tag us and share your photos and videos — we truly treasure them and will hold them for a lifetime, feeling deeply grateful and humbled.
And to those asking what’s next for us… maybe a flower shop, judging by all these beautiful bouquets. Just kidding. 🌸 💐 😉
With full hearts and deep gratitude, thank you for everything. ❤️🥯☕️