Hudson Valley bagel shop will be in national spotlight on 'Shark Tank'

Nickie Hayes, Poughkeepsie JournalSat, November 7, 2026 at 10:03 AM UTC

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An innovative bacon, egg and cheese stuffed bagel that's certainly made an impression in the mid-Hudson Valley is going to be grabbing the attention of the nation soon.

Local shop Moonrise Bagels, known for their novelty comfort-food stuffed bagels, will be hitting TV screens and streaming platforms across America on Wednesday, Nov. 11, for their debut on "Shark Tank."

Moonrise Bagels owners Ali Chetkof Rhodes and Jeremy Rhodes broke the news on Nov. 5 in an Instagram Reel, sharing, "Five years ago, I don't think either of us could have imagined being where we are today," Rhodes said.

Chetkof Rhodes asked their customers and locals for support and to tune in on Nov. 11 at 10 p.m. on ABC.

Here we got the inside scoop for you on the Chetkof Rhodes and Rhode's experience and how you can watch the pair on "Shark Tank" at home.

"We're truly honored to be representing such a special place, especially as someone who grew up in Woodstock," Chetkof Rhodes said about giving the mid-Hudson Valley a national stage.

"This community is the reason we're here — they gave us a reason to build the business and continue to show up and support us. Being able to showcase a business that grew out of this community on a national level feels really special," Chetkof Rhodes said.

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How to watch Moonrise Bagels 'Shark Tank' episode

To watch the episode when it airs on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 10 p.m., dubbed "1807. Hoop Dreams," according to ABC, watch via cable television on ABC or visit ABC's website at abc.com.

You can also watch it at 10:01 p.m. on YouTube TV, on FuboTV or on Hulu if you have the Live TV add-on to your subscription.

"Shark Tank" episodes are available to stream on Hulu, as well as the Disney+ and Hulu bundle subscription, the next day after they air, so you can see Moonrise Bagel's episode on Thursday, Nov. 12.

Other methods to watch include buying the episode for $2.99 via Amazon Prime Video and Fandango.

Besides Moonrise Bagels, the episode will also feature a trailer for basketball and football arcade games, size-inclusive underwear for men, and a scented nose cover for diaper duty, according to ABC.

How did Moonrise Bagels get on 'Shark Tank?'

Moonrise Bagels is "on a mission to break bagels out of the breakfast category," Rhodes said in a statement.

Their hand-rolled bagels, stuffed with scratch-made comfort foods, then boiled and baked, caught the attention of "Shark Tank."

According to Chetkof Rhodes, a casting producer from "Shark Tank" approached her and Rhodes about being on the show, and a "lengthy" application process followed.

Customers will find a range of stuffed bagel delights from bacon, egg and cheese to pastrami Reuben fillings, and cheese pizza to Buffalo chicken fillings, and Rhodes noted a lot of care goes into each one.

"It's an entire meal baked inside a bagel," Rhodes said.

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To see their full menu, as well as nationwide shipping and catering options, visit moonrisebagels.com.

"We're putting a new spin on an old-school classic. You really can't go wrong with anything on our menu and our team is there to guide you through your choices — don't forget to try a dipping sauce," Rhodes said.

This isn't the first time Moonrise Bagels is on TV

Being on "Shark Tank" wasn't the owner's first TV appearance.

Chetkof Rhodes said they were featured on NBC's TODAY Show in January 2023, along with some local NYC segments when they opened their Manhattan location in Greenwich Village.

What it was like being on the set

The pair went into the "Shark Tank" set "excited, anxious, proud and overwhelmed," Chetkof Rhodes said.

The set really looks like it does on TV, Chetkof Rhodes explained, just larger than expected.

"It feels a lot bigger than I think it looks though; the Sharks felt very far away while we were pitching," Chetkof Rhodes said.

Apparently, the set has moved too. She said this was the first year "Shark Tank" was filmed in Atlanta. Chetkof Rhodes went to Emory University in Atlanta, so she was happy to be back near her alma mater.

Plus, if you'll believe it, filming for their episode happened all the way back in June.

What's ahead for Moonrise Bagels

"Shark Tank" wasn't in the owners' plans, but much of their growth hasn't been planned, Chetkof Rhodes said.

"We've grown organically by showing up for our guests and improving every single day. We've learned to never say never and to be open to all opportunities," Chetkof Rhodes said. "You just never know what's around the corner."

There are no plans for any expansion or new locations right now, the owners said, as they are focusing on making their existing shops in Woodstock, Poughkeepsie and Manhattan "the best they can be."

Chetkof Rhodes spoke about the challenges of opening the Poughkeepsie location back in July 2024. It didn't go the way they had hoped.

"Whether we sold out before someone could try us or didn’t deliver the experience they deserved, we know we let some people down," Chetkof Rhodes said.

The two have taken the feedback they got to heart and have put the work in to make things better, according to Chetkof Rhodes.

"If your first visit wasn't what you hoped for, we'd love another chance," Chetkof Rhodes said. "We're proud of what we're building, and we want our neighbors to be proud to have us here, too. To everyone who has stuck with us, shared feedback and kept coming back — thank you. That support means so much to us."

Looking forward, their focus is on executing the "best possible experience" for their guests and "building a brand that lasts," Chetkof Rhodes said.

Nickie Hayes is the Breaking & Trending News Reporter for the Poughkeepsie Journal and focuses on how to make the most of what the mid-Hudson Valley has to offer. See her most recent articles here. Contact reporter Nickie Hayes: NHayes@poughkee.gannett.com, 845-863-3518 and @‌nickieehayess on Instagram.

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