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St Pete, FL

Expanding a family-owned bagel business across Florida with new locations and enhanced offerings.

• Scratch-Made Bagels: Bagels are made from scratch, rolled, boiled, and baked fresh daily.
• In-House Menu Items: Every menu item, including cream cheese and syrups, is made in-house.
• Florida Expansion: Plans to open 3-5 new locations and expand kitchen facilities.
• Community Focus: Aims to create welcoming community spaces in each location.
• Catering and Wholesale Growth: Enhancing catering and wholesale programs to reach more customers.

Pete’s Bagels is expanding its presence across Florida by adding new locations, growing its kitchen, and building its catering and wholesale programs. The company is known for its scratch-made bagels, which are rolled, boiled, and baked fresh daily. Every item on the menu, from cream cheese to drink syrups, is made in-house, emphasizing quality and freshness. The expansion aims to bring authentic, traditionally made bagels to more communities while maintaining the charm and hospitality of its family-owned roots.

The company started in a small, historic space in St. Petersburg and has grown to multiple locations, including St. Pete and Ybor City. With a mission to create community spaces that locals love, Pete’s Bagels has become a staple in the areas it serves. The planned expansion includes opening 3-5 new locations, expanding the existing kitchen, and enhancing catering and wholesale offerings. This growth will allow Pete’s Bagels to share its unique offerings with a broader audience, continuing to foster community connections through good food.

Company Info

Pete’s offers scratch-made bagels and in-house menu items, fostering community connections in Florida.

Pete’s specializes in crafting authentic, scratch-made bagels, which are rolled, boiled, and baked fresh every day. The menu features a variety of in-house creations, from cream cheese to drink syrups, emphasizing quality and freshness. Located in St. Petersburg, Florida, Pete’s aims to create a welcoming community space where locals can enjoy delicious food and connect with one another.

Since its inception, Pete’s has expanded from a small, historic location to multiple stores, becoming a beloved community staple. The business continues to grow, with plans to open additional locations across Florida, expand their kitchen, and enhance their catering and wholesale programs. Pete’s remains committed to preserving the charm and hospitality of its family-owned roots while bringing their unique bagels to more communities.