Pretzels are good just the way they are, but they’re even better in the form of a big, warm and soft one. They’re not as salty, nor are they crunchy, so they definitely fall under that comfort food category Long Islanders all know and love. Soft pretzels are great served with mustard or cheese, or however else you prefer to have it. It’s one of those ‘make it your own’ foods. So don’t forget to make the Best Soft Pretzel on Long Island your own too!
2024: Long Island Voted Knot of This World Pretzels Best Soft Pretzel!
Knot of This World Pretzels
3041 Hempstead Pkwy, Plainview
(516) 238-0382 – knotofthisworldpretzels.com
Pretzels are an iconic snack that have become synonymous with New York. Knot of This World Pretzels is a Levittown-based eatery that continues this tradition by specializing in creating the most delicious pretzels on Long Island. Famed for their soft pretzels, Knot of This World Pretzels has been a family-run business for decades. Established in Brooklyn in 1920, the company remains family-run. While a variety of snack foods have been introduced, the old-fashioned method of making pretzels has been maintained. Knot of This World Pretzels is best known for its pretzel braids, flavored pretzels, candy apples, caramel apples, cotton candy, zeppoles, churros, and more. The company aims to use the freshest and finest ingredients to create their snack foods and guarantees customer satisfaction.
2023: Long Islanders Voted Knot of This World Pretzels Best Soft Pretzel!
Knot of This World Pretzels
3041 Hempstead Tpke, Plainview
(516) 238-0382 – knotofthisworldpretzels.com
Pretzels are an iconic snack that have become synonymous with New York. Knot of This World Pretzels is a Levittown-based eatery that continues this tradition by specializing in creating the most delicious pretzels on Long Island. Famed for their soft pretzels, Knot of This World Pretzels has been a family-run business for decades. Established in Brooklyn in 1920, the company remains family-run. While a variety of snack foods have been introduced, the old-fashioned method of making pretzels has been maintained. Knot of This World Pretzels is best known for its pretzel braids, flavored pretzels, candy apples, caramel apples, cotton candy, zeppoles, churros, and more. The company aims to use the freshest and finest ingredients to create their snack foods and guarantees customer satisfaction.
2023: Long Islanders Voted Auntie Anne’s Best Soft Pretzel! (National)
Auntie Anne’s
Multiple Locations
auntieannes.com
There’s something about a soft pretzel from Auntie Anne’s that will never get old. If you’re like many of its customers, who can’t help but come back for more, you know what we mean. Auntie Anne’s is a staple American business, serving the nation since 1988. Its freshly baked, warm and twisty goodness is so simple yet so effective. But if you want an extra “oomph” in your soft pretzel, you can choose from a variety of flavors like cinnamon sugar, pizza and roasted garlic and parmesan, among others. You can even complement the baked goodness with one of its flavored dips, including caramel dip, cheese dip and marinara dip, just to name a few. But don’t take our word for it — go get some of Auntie Anne’s soft pretzels yourself, while they’re still warm!
2022: Long Islanders Voted Knot of This World Pretzels Soft Pretzel on Long Island!
Knot of This World Pretzels
3041 Hempstead Tpke, Plainview
(516) 238-0382 – knotofthisworldpretzels.com
Quell your soft pretzel cravings at Knot of This World Pretzels in Plainview. The company got its start in 1920 in Brooklyn by Executive Chef Ray Ruffino’s grandfather. Decades later, Ruffino’s father and his uncle took over and expanded the business to include a wider variety of snack foods. However, they kept the old fashioned method of making pretzels, which incorporates love and pride into each one. In addition to its renowned soft pretzels, the company is known for its pretzel braids, flavored pretzels, candy apples, caramel apples, cotton candy, zeppoles, churros, and more. The company aims to use the freshest and finest ingredients to create their snack foods and guarantees customer satisfaction.
2021: Long Islanders Voted Auntie Anne’s Best Soft Pretzel on Long Island!
Auntie Anne’s
Multiple Locations
auntieannes.com
There’s something about a soft pretzel from Auntie Anne’s that will never get old. If you’re like many of its customers, who can’t help but come back for more, you know what we mean. Auntie Anne’s is a staple American business, serving the nation since 1988. Its freshly baked, warm and twisty goodness is so simple yet so effective. But if you want an extra “oomph” in your soft pretzel, you can choose from a variety of flavors like cinnamon sugar, pizza and roasted garlic and parmesan, among others. You can even complement the baked goodness with one of its flavored dips, including caramel dip, cheese dip and marinara dip, just to name a few. But don’t take our word for it — go get some of Auntie Anne’s soft pretzels yourself, while they’re still warm!
2020: Long Islanders Voted Knot of This World Pretzels Best Soft Pretzel on Long Island!
Knot of This World Pretzels
3041 Hempstead Pkwy, Plainview
(516) 238-0382 – knotofthisworldpretzels.com
Quell your soft pretzel cravings at Knot of This World Pretzels in Plainview. The company got its start in 1920 in Brooklyn by Executive Chef Ray Ruffino’s grandfather. Decades later, Ruffino’s father and his uncle took over and expanded the business to include a wider variety of snack foods. However, they kept the old fashioned method of making pretzels, which incorporates love and pride into each one. In addition to its renowned soft pretzels, the company is known for its pretzel braids, flavored pretzels, candy apples, caramel apples, cotton candy, zeppoles, churros and more. The company aims to use the freshest and finest ingredients to create their snack foods and guarantees customer satisfaction.
2019: Long Islanders Voted The Pretzel Stop – Pretzel Town USA Best Soft Pretzel on Long Island!
The Pretzel Stop – Pretzel Town USA
106 S. Long Beach Rd, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
(516) 543-5050 – thepretzelstop.com
This unique, old fashioned, completely NUT FREE pretzel bakery and event space specializes in “Celebrating Everything with a Twist.” Be the hit of the party and order one of their delicious signature Soft Nugget Pretzel Trays or call today to book their Pretzel Bus, Vintage Cart or Party Room. Open Thursdays – Sundays 10am-6pm.
2018: Long Islanders Voted The Pretzel Stop – Pretzel Town USA Best Soft Pretzel on Long Island
The Pretzel Stop – Pretzel Town USA
106 S. Long Beach Rd, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
516-543-5050 – thepretzelstop.com
This unique, old fashioned, completely NUT FREE pretzel bakery and event space specializes in “Celebrating Everything with a Twist” Be the hit of the party and order one of their delicious signature Soft Nugget Pretzel Trays or call today to book their Pretzel Bus, Vintage Cart or Party Room. Open Thursdays – Sundays 10am-6pm.
2017: Long Islanders Voted Ruffino’s Knot of This World Best Soft Pretzel on Long Island
Ruffino’s Knot of This World
3041 Hempstead Tpke., Tri-county/ Unique Bazaar Levittown.
Ruffino’s Knot of This World continues to make out-of-this-world soft pretzels, winning first place in this competitive category for three years running! The right amount of doughiness and chewiness? Check. Almost the size of your head? Check. Offered with salt, bacon, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and/or butter to complete the already scrumptious snack? Check. Ruffino’s isn’t just a pretzel maker, it’s a pretzel master! Discover what the rest of Long Island is raving about!
National Winner: Auntie Anne’s
Multiple Locations. auntieannes.com
Who doesn’t love a doughy, soft pretzel covered with salt, cinnamon, sour cream and onion, roasted garlic, or even pepperoni? We just have one word for this: Yum! Thanks to Auntie Anne’s, Long Islanders can enjoy any or all of these soft pretzels whenever they want. You can even indulge in some tasty pretzel sticks if you prefer. Stop in at one of their locations, such as Garden City, Hicksville, Huntington Station and Lake Grove, today, to see why they keep being voted the absolute best on Long Island!
2016: Long Islanders Voted Ruffino’s Knot of This World Best Soft Pretzel on Long Island
Ruffino’s Knot of This World
3041 Hempstead Tpke., Tri-county/ Unique Bazaar Levittown.
This soft pretzel master has been bending, twisting and molding the softest and most malleable dough around into traditional and extraordinary shapes that Tri-County Flea Market shoppers have been enjoying for years. Since attaining this contest’s top spot in previous years, however, the secret’s now out, attracting pretzel fans from all over to pay Ruffino’s a visit and experience his doughy creations. Lightly salted, dipped in mustard, or dripping in melted cheese, these are The Best soft pretzels on Long Island!
National Winner: Auntie Anne’s
Multiple Locations. auntieannes.com
Auntie Anne’s offers a soft, doughy reprieve from the chaos of a crowded shopping mall that fills the belly and warms the heart. Yes, a fresh, warm pretzel with just the right amount of salt and just the right amount of mustard (perhaps some cheese, too) has the extraordinary ability to calm even the tensest nerves and most hectic situations. With a wide selection of freshly baked soft pretzels that run the gamut from Cinnamon Sugar and Sweet Almond to Roasted Garlic & Parmesan to Pepperoni (!!), Auntie Anne’s has just the right creation for just the right moment, whatever that moment may be!
2015: Long Islanders Voted Ruffino’s Knot of This World Best Soft Pretzel on Long Island!
Ruffino’s Knot of This World
3041 Hempstead Tpke., Tri-County Unique Bazaar. Levittown.
Located inside the Tri-County Flea Market, this popular pretzel mastershop, where dough is twisted and bent into that familiar traditional shape, sprinkled with salt and dipped into cheese or mustard to nourish hungry shoppers as they meander the mall’s many shops and kiosks. For many, stopping at this magical pretzel maker has become the destination itself. Long Island voters know that Ruffino’s Knot Of This World is a true treasure indeed.
National. Auntie Anne’s
Multiple Locations. auntieannes.com
Sometimes a trip to the mall results in frustratingly long lines and confused crowds. You want relief. You want to order. You need a pretzel. Auntie Anne’s knows this, and she’s got a whole arsenal of the soft, soothing, doughy stuff ready to go, just for you. Long Islanders know all too well: When you’re looking for that comfort oasis amid the frenzied masses, you head to Auntie Anne’s. It’s just what you do. She’ll take care of you. She’ll make you whole.
2014: Long Islanders Voted The Pretzel Stop in Oceanside Best Soft Pretzel on Long Island!
1. The Pretzel Stop
3212 Long Beach Rd., Oceanside. 516-543-5050. thepretzelstop.com
2. Ruffino’s Knot of This World
3041 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown. 516-521-8694.
3. Plattdeutsche Park Restaurant
1132 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square. 516-354-3131. parkrestaurant.com
NATIONAL
Auntie Anne’s
Multiple Locations. auntieannes.com
2013: Long Islanders Voted The Pretzel Shop in Oceanside Best Soft Pretzel on Long Island!
3213 Long Beach Rd., Oceanside. 516-543-5050. www.thepretzelstop.com
2. Plattduetsche Park Restaurant
1132 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square. 516-354-3131. www.parkrestaurant.com
3. Black Forest Brew Haus
2015 New Hwy., Farmingdale. 631-391-9500. www.blackforestbrewhaus.com
NATIONAL
Auntie Anne’s
Multiple Locations. www.auntieannes.com