The first Western Bagel shop opened in 1947 & was actually the first bagel bakery in Los Angeles! At that time, only three varieties were available: water (plain), egg, and salt. Regardless of the limited selection, hundreds of bagel-deprived customers flocked to 324 West Pico Ave. for its grand opening. In just the first day, the shop sold 4,773 dozen bagels, totaling $1,145.90! Since then we have been the "Bagel that won the West".