Fig Garden Village in northwest Fresno welcomes the return of Uncle Harry's Bagel Shop
After a seven-year absence, Uncle Harry's New York Bagelry and Coffeehouse is set to reopen at its original location in Fig Garden Village, northwest Fresno. The business, known for its popular bagels and coffee, originally operated at this site for approximately 20 years before its closure[1].
The grand reopening is scheduled for **Saturday, July 12, 2025**, starting at 8 a.m.[1] The event will include a soft opening this week, with giveaways such as several $500 gift cards and a prize of free bagels for a year[1]. The first 50 customers will receive free breakfast as well[1].
Uncle Harry's is a family-run business, and its return has been met with excitement and support from longtime customers[1]. Owner Wayne Rutledge has expressed his gratitude for the community's enthusiasm[1].
Aside from the Fig Garden Village location, Uncle Harry's has four other locations in Fresno, including one at River Park[1]. The reopening at Fig Garden Village initially employs 20 people, with plans to hire more staff[1].
This relaunch marks a significant milestone for Uncle Harry's, bringing back a beloved local business with a rich history in the Fresno area[1]. Many people who used to frequent Uncle Harry's have been visiting the shop during its soft opening, eager to taste the famous bagels and coffee once more.
[1] Information sourced from Uncle Harry's New York Bagelry and Coffeehouse press release.
The owner, Wayne Rutledge, shared his appreciation for the community's support as Uncle Harry's, a small-business known for its bagels and coffee, prepares for its grand reopening on July 12. In celebration of the relaunch and its rich history in the Fresno area, Uncle Harry's will offer giveaways, such as gift cards and a year's supply of free bagels, to its first customers.
