The bagel's simple, circular beauty has inspired knockoffs such as the donut, onion rings, and Saturn. Embark on a galaxy quest with today's Groupon: for $5, you get $15 worth of sandwiches, salads, and more at The Bagel Factory in Jamaica.

The Bagel Factory's hand-rolled circlets serve as immaculate foundations for hearty constructions of Boar's Head meats, fresh veggies, and a variety of cream cheeses. Kettle-cooked showstoppers populate the bagelry’s Herculean menu, with a menagerie of exotic bread breeds, including cinnamon raisin, egg, pumpernickel, everything, and infinite nothingness ($0.85/bagel). The selection of specialty sandwiches, available on a bagel, roll, or panini, includes South of the Border, a mariachi mosh pit of pepper turkey, pepper jack cheese, and veggies ($6.99). Or opt for grilled sandwiches available on a bagel or roll, such as the buffalo chicken's miraculous union of spicy dressing, blue cheese, and fiery poultry ($7.99).

Inspired veggie artists will tune into the muses of the make-your-own salad station ($6.99, includes a main topping and two toss-ins), working in such mouthwatering media as avocado, bacon, fresh mozzarella, and a bevy of homemade dressings. The Bagel Factory's hardworking bagelsmiths also forge a variety of alternative breakfast options, such as pancakes and coffee served on a bed of medieval weaponry.