Biggie Bagels is a bagel shop at 7 Bank Street in central Whangārei, open since 2017 and winner of Best Street Food at the 2022 Northland Hospitality Awards. The menu centres on filled sourdough bagels with house-made pastrami, store-smoked salmon and cured meats, plus sweet bagels, milkshakes and coffee. Gluten-free bagels and vegan options are available, and build-your-own bagel boxes are popular for work functions.
Why people go to Biggie Bagels
- Award winner – Best Street Food, Northland Hospitality Awards 2022.
- House-made fillings – store-made pastrami and store-smoked salmon.
- Lots of choice – meat, seafood, vegetarian and sweet bagels.
- Dietary options – gluten-free bagels and vegan fillings.
- Catering – bagel boxes for meetings and office lunches.
On the menu
Filled bagels
Specialty sourdough bagels with meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan fillings.
Spreads and sweets
Smoked salmon and pastrami spreads, plus sweet bagels and treats.
Drinks
Coffee in four sizes with plant-based milks, milkshakes (oat milk for dairy-free) and iced drinks.
Catering
Build-your-own bagel boxes and platters for work functions.
Who it’s for
- Workers and shoppers in central Whangārei
- Weekend brunchers
- Offices ordering lunch for meetings
Lunch in central Whangārei
Bank Street is in the heart of the city centre, close to offices, shops and the Town Basin, so a quick, filling lunch spot is always in demand.
Tips for visiting
- Check the days – closed Sundays and Mondays.
- Order by phone – for pickup or catering.
- Ask for gluten-free – available for a small extra charge.
Hours and location
7 Bank Street, Whangārei. Open Tuesday to Friday 8am to 3pm and Saturday 7am to 2pm; closed Sunday and Monday. Phone 09 988 9797.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Biggie Bagels?
7 Bank Street, central Whangārei.
When is Biggie Bagels open?
Tuesday to Friday 8am to 3pm, Saturday 7am to 2pm.
Do they have gluten-free bagels?
Yes, for a small extra charge.
Are there vegan options?
Yes. Some fillings are vegan, and milkshakes can be made dairy-free.
Can they cater a meeting?
Yes. Bagel boxes and platters are available for work functions.
Have they won any awards?
Best Street Food at the 2022 Northland Hospitality Awards.
