Legendary Beigel Shop to RE-OPEN after four months shut as abrupt closure earlier this year left foodies speculating
A LEGENDARY bagel shop is set to re-open four months after it abruptly closed earlier this year.
The Beigel shop in London’s Brick Lane has suddenly shut its doors in February, leaving foodies to speculate its future.
MailOnline reported that the iconic East London store will welcome customers again from next Wednesday.
Workers have been spotted washing off the graffiti from the shop’s windows as they prepare for the opening.
The iconic store, famed for its salt beef bagels with gherkins and mustard and 24/7 opening hours, has garnered a cult following on TikTok over the past year.
It claims to be one of the oldest in London, after opening as a family-run business in 1855 and before moving to its current location in 1987.
But on February 13, what appeared to be an eviction notice from a law firm was slapped on the front of the door, leading many to fear the worst.
The notice read: “Please note we have taken possession of the above mentioned property.
“An attempt of re-entry of the said property is an offence and proceedings will be taken for trespass and criminal damage.”
in a twist, the store’s official Instagram account then shared a post stating that the store had closed for maintenance and would be reopening.
It said: “Dear Beigel family, we will be closed for a short period to conduct essential electrical maintenance.
“Stay connected with us on social media for updates and news about reopening.
“Thank you for your support. We’ll be back before you know it, ready to bake and serve our Beigel family with love.”
It has now been revealed that a family dispute was behind the sudden closure of the store founded by Jewish immigrants from Russia.
It is believed that the dispute was sparked after a disagreement with the landlord regarding rent.
A source told MailOnline: “Everything is being done to open up the shop again.
“They’re just having family issues and they’re trying to sort themselves out.
“They had a falling out and this is where we are. They are sorting it out between them.
“There may be a change of management within the family.”
The store was co-owned by Ellis Zelman and Ashley Zelman, both 21.
The records showed that Ashley had resigned in April last year and transferred his shares to Ellis Zalman in September.
Hayley and Melanie White, who have helped to run the shop for a number of years, have stepped into the role of the directors on March 4.
The company also underwent a name change on February 24 from Beigels on Wheels to Yellow Beigel Shop Group Ltd.
Back in February, diners were gutted at the closure news and reacted on social media.
One said: “Is the sign under it not true? I really hope so. We’ve often driven up from the Home Counties just to visit you!”
A second wrote: “Don’t go we love you!”
A third posted: “Between 5 and 7 you guys helped keep me alive whilst I played COD [Call of Duty] in the all-night MOMO internet cafe opposite. Thank you. Don’t close.”
A fourth joked: “Looks like they’re in a bit of a hole.”
While a fifth said: “Sad news. Queuing here in the early hours was an important part of my student life.”
And a sixth wrote: “A real shame, many memories of nights out after work (office was just down the road) grabbing food from there in the early hours…”
“Oh this is terrible news! The Beigel Shop IS the East End,” another disappointed foodie posted.