Bagel Chicks Bakery
Located in Ranson, Bagel Chicks Bakery combines nearly a century of family baking traditions with a fresh, modern feel. The bakery’ s story starts in 1932, when Sam Constantino opened a small bakery in New York City. Decades later, his granddaughter, Jackie Constantino, partnered with Katheryn“ Kat” Acker to bring that legacy to the Eastern Panhandle, rebranding the beloved Royalicious Bagel Bakery as Bagel Chicks earlier this year.
The stars of the show at the bakery are the bagels. Hand-rolled, kettle-boiled and freshly baked each morning in true New York fashion, customers can choose from classic flavors like plain, sesame and everything or try tasty twists like asiago, jalapeño cheddar and cinnamon raisin. This list just scratches the surface of everything offered. Each bagel is delicious on its own, paired with the bakery’ s homemade cream cheeses or as the base of breakfast and lunch sandwiches full of fresh ingredients.
Bagel Chicks also offers an array of authentic New York pastries, such as flaky croissants, blackand-white cookies, crumb cake and rugelach. All pastries are baked with the same attention to detail and care that have defined the family’ s recipes for generations.
From its signature bagels to its delectable pastries, Bagel Chicks Bakery has become a must-have for locals and visitors alike.
The Rabbit Hole
Nestled on High Street in Harpers Ferry, The Rabbit Hole invites hikers, travelers and locals to wander down to its eclectic entrance that leads to a lively gastropub. Opened in April 2019 by longtime landlords turned restaurant owners, the inside is filled with National Park conservationist artifacts while the patio is dog-friendly and offers stunning views of Maryland Heights and the junction of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers.
When it comes to the menu, The Rabbit Hole takes a fresh and indulgent approach while accommodating as many dietary restrictions as possible. A standout starter on the menu is the loaded pork fries— smoked, hand-pulled pork butt resting on fries topped with white cheddar cheese, barbeque, Southwest ranch and green onions. Equally tasty are the vegan house hummus, short rib poutine and vegetarian crabless crabcake sandwich. Entrées range from the Blue Ridge burger and Appalachian barbeque sandwich to the fish and chips and Louisiana-style ribs, each served with hush puppies or beer-battered fries.
Whether you’ re stopping by after a hike or looking for a casual meal with a view, The Rabbit Hole blends unique decor, comforting food and inclusive hospitality for a memorable dining experience.
Photo by Brown W. Cannon III.
Photo by Jefferson County CVB.
Photo by Jefferson County CVB.
Photo by Brown W. Cannon III.
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