Bagels, a popular bread product, known for its unique taste and shape, can be replaced or described with close synonyms like bialys, pretzels, bollos, Kringles, brioche buns, and croissants. Bialys, similar to bagels, are crusty on the outside but have a chewy interior and are traditionally topped with onions or poppy seeds. Pretzels, a twisted bread, can be shaped similarly to bagels with a salty flavor. Bollos and Kringles are round, baked goods like bagels that are popular in Spanish and Scandinavian cuisine, respectively. Brioche buns and croissants have a similar texture and flavor to bagels but are made with buttery dough. These synonyms can be used as an alternative to bagels, depending on the dishes and cuisine being served.