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A MODERN BAGEL CAFÉ 
BORN IN NEW YORK

Authentic New York–style bagels & specialty coffee.

Made simple. Made well.

What Makes Us Different:

Five ingredients

Zero additives

Slow-fermented dough

Boiled then baked

Stylistic café experience

Authentic New York Style bagels, bagel sandwiches, cream cheeses, beautiful brunch spread of bagels

A New Kind of Bagel Shop

Boiled. Baked. Better.

At LE.SAL + CO. we pair thoughtful design with slow-fermented dough and meticulous, modern baking.

Our bagels are made fresh every morning using five clean ingredients — no additives, no preservatives, no added sugar. The result: clean flavors, elevated comfort, and a café experience that feels like a breath of calm.

Authentic New York Style bagels, bagel sandwiches, cream cheeses, beautiful brunch spread of bagels
specialty coffee, latte art, flat white, cappuccino, latte
beautiful stylistic photo of LE.SAL+CO.

Featured Menu Highlights

Freshly baked. Thoughtfully crafted. Our signature bagels highlight the flavors and textures that define LE.SAL + CO. Taste the modern bagel movement.

A Better Café Experience

A minimal aesthetic.

A warm welcome.

A quiet confidence.

 

A modern bagel & coffee concept blending urban energy with clean, elevated design. Our cafés feel like New York meets Nordic minimalism — sharp lines, natural textures, and just the right amount of attitude. A place to gather, to pause, to treat yourself, and to feel inspired. 

Beautiful photograph of LE.SAL+CO.

Our Story

Founded by two creatives with roots in New York and a vision for global, modern café culture.

A Brooklyn beginning. A Sarajevo success story.

And now, a global brand in the making.

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Meli Salihagic and David Levine of LE.SAL+CO. formerly NYC BAGEL

People Are Talking

Featured by editors, creators, influencers & tastemakers.

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From food bloggers to international media, our New York–style bagels and Sarajevo soul have been featured across major outlets and lifestyle publications. Whether it’s our unique concept, our stunning visuals, or our entrepreneurial story, people love talking about LE.SAL + CO. (formerly NYC BAGEL) — and we love giving them something worth talking about.

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📰 Featured in local & international media • 📸 Highlighted by top food influencers 
🎙️ Interviewed on podcasts & radio • 🌍 Recognized for cross-cultural impact

Dally

"Hands down the best bagel I have ever had. Crispy from the outside, fresh ingredients, lovely staff, great atmosphere. Couldn't ask for more!"

What Customers Are Saying:

Emina K.

"I've been a regular  for over a year now, and it's become one of my favorite spots in Sarajevo & for a good reason. Bagels are always fresh and top quality. The service has always been warm and friendly, and I really appreciate how thoughtful the staff are."

Grayson J.

"As a New Yorker staying in Sarajevo didn't expect to find bagels let alone one of the best I've ever had!! Truly and incredible bagel with a great schmear. Highly recommend!!"

Bring LE.SAL+CO. to Your City

We’re building something special — and we’re inviting others to build it with us.

Bring a modern New York café to your city. Premium branding, streamlined operations, and
a product that sells itself.
We offer a proven model built for growth.

Locations

Address

Kranjceviceva 19

Sarajevo, 71000

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Contact

033.843.431

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Opening Hours

Mon - Fri

8:00 am – 15:30

Saturday

10:00 am – 14:00

Map of LE.SAL + CO. Sarajevo flagship cafe
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