A Vegan-Friendly Bagel and Pizza Shop Is Opening in Highland Park This Fall

Bagel+Slice, a vegan-friendly bagel and pizza shop, is set to open in Highland Park this fall, offering scratch-made bagels, pizza pies, and slices with plenty of vegan options. The team follows strict bagel-making standards set by the Local 338 Bagel Bakers Union, hand-forming, boiling, and baking the bagels before adding flavor-specific toppings. The vegan bagel toppings include avocado, nut-based cream cheese, shiitake bacon, and vegan cheese, while the vegan pizza options feature classic vegan cheese, almond-based ricotta, and various veggies.

Owned by Blaze Pizza’s head chef, Brad Kent, Bagel+Slice aims to provide high-quality products at the lowest possible prices. The ingredients are sourced from regenerative organic farms, and the restaurant participates in a local composting program. Employees are paid fair wages, and the menu is priced to be accessible to all, including students at Occidental College who can use their dining cards at the shop. Bagel+Slice's commitment to sustainability and affordability is reflected in their business model, making it a welcome addition to the community.