05/07/2026
As we celebrate National Small Business Week, I wanted to take a moment personally to thank the Westfield community for supporting my family’s small business for nearly a quarter of a century.
My name is Josh Wang, and my family and I have proudly owned and operated Manhattan Bagel Westfield for close to 25 years. While many people see a franchise sign, what stands behind that sign is a local family business that has dedicated decades of hard work, long hours, and commitment to serving this community.
Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of becoming part of so many families’ daily routines and community traditions. We’ve watched kids grow up from coming in after flag football games to eventually working behind our counter as their first job. We’ve supported local schools, PTOs, orchestra programs, sports teams, fundraisers, teacher appreciation events, first responders, and countless community organizations throughout Westfield and the surrounding towns.
Small businesses are the backbone of communities like ours. Every day, local business owners work tirelessly to keep their businesses afloat while balancing rising food costs, labor costs, utilities, taxes, and all the challenges that come with operating independently in today’s world.
Unlike large private equity-backed operations, family-owned businesses are deeply connected to the communities they serve. Our customers are not just transactions — they are our neighbors, friends, teachers, coaches, and local families we’ve gotten to know over decades.
At Manhattan Bagel Westfield, we’ve always tried to go above and beyond by reinvesting back into the community, supporting local causes, employing local residents and students, creating new ideas and menu offerings, and making sure we continue evolving to serve our customers better year after year.
This National Small Business Week, please remember how important it is to support local businesses and the families behind them. Every coffee, bagel, catering order, and visit truly makes a difference.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for allowing my family to be part of this amazing community for nearly 25 years.
— Josh Wang & Family
Manhattan Bagel Westfield