Why Come Here? Trendy-opulent bagel & lox eating experience
Perhaps the name “Major Food Group” is less a name and more a sign of things to come. The Torrisi-Carbone collaboration appears to in fact be on a quest to tackle every major food group in New York. First it was Italian. Then Seafood. Followed by French and whatever Santina is. Now it’s a Jewish Bakery called Sadelle’s. And you better believe it’s packed.
In true Major Food Group fashion, Sadelle’s seeks a more opulent and modern take than it’s competitors. As opposed to the primarily minimalist counter-service of traditional Jewish delis, Sadelle’s has the look and feel of a trendy version of a grand 19th century European Cafe. It’s a bright, open space with high ceilings and flowers everywhere. Waiters work there way down the aisles will yell “Hot Bagels” as they bring them fresh from the bakery in back at least 5 times on your visit. This old-meets-new experience, and the fact it’s in SoHo, is what will keep this place packed for years to come.
I say this because the food, while very good, is not mind blowing. Nor is it cheap with salmon and bagels starting at $15. But for that price, you do get them served on a made-for-instagram platter that looks like something you’d receive English Afternoon Tea Service on. It’s a pretty meal and an enjoyable one. They do some other baked goods and sandwiches I didn’t get to try as well. Here’s what I had:
House Salmon 
Congratulations, you just bought yourself a bunch of instagram likes. If presentation was my rating criteria, this would be a clear #1. The salmon is thinly sliced and melts in your mouth, although I would prefer a hint more smokiness. The everything bagel was pretty much flawless, as was the cream cheese. The rest of the spread solid. On every item besides the salmon, it may be the best in town. But for that, I still prefer Murray’s, Zabar’s or Barney Greengrass.
Tuna Melt 
This is your standard tuna melt done extremely well. The bread is right thickness and perfectly toasted. The cheese is melted without getting gooey. The tuna is nicely portioned with the mayo into a perfect whipped consistency. But to me a next level tuna melt needs some veggies or spices in the mix to stand out. Lacking that, it’s just a very good one.
Sadelle’s
463 West Broadway (Houston & Prince Sts.)
New York, NY
