Tiki Bagel is officially open at 455 75th Ave North. Owner PJ Powell worked tirelessly for months to bring this new savory morning to fruition. Located in the historic site of the former Gail’s Diner, Tiki Bagel is a place where history meets modern, tropical charm.

This bagel shop is hard to miss. The exterior features a colorful tiki mural by local artist Leo Gomez. Powell also says 33 Ground & Design was extremely helpful in getting the space ready for its summer debut.

Tiki Bagel features authentic bagels straight from Brooklyn, courtesy of Noshman’s Bagels. These bagels boast a 125-year-old recipe, ensuring that every bite is steeped in tradition and flavor.

A taste of Brooklyn on St. Pete Beach

Tiki Bagel is not just a place to grab a quick bite; it’s an experience. The shop features a cereal bar for kids, making it a perfect stop for families looking to enjoy a fun and tasty breakfast before heading to St. Pete Beach.

Understanding the beach culture of St. Pete, Tiki Bagel offers a deconstructed bagel bucket, perfect for beachgoers to enjoy their meal right on the sand. They’re also creating branded frisbees for added fun. Tentative hours are from 7:30am to 2pm, though they may adjust based on customer traffic.

Tiki Bagel serves Tampa-based Elevation Coffee with multiple alternative milk options. For those with dietary restrictions, vegan and gluten-free options are in the works, ensuring everyone can enjoy a delicious bagel.

A tiki garden and a cereal bar

The shop features a tiki garden with fans for a cool, comfortable environment. Local artist Leo Gomez has contributed to the ambiance with an exterior mural. Additionally, 33 Grounds and Design has played a significant role in bringing the vision of Tiki Bagel to life.

PJ Powell and the team also hope to turn Tiki Bagel into a franchising opportunity for young entrepreneurs, fostering growth within the community.

Tasty bagels and beverages on the go

The menu is diverse and delicious. Some must-try items will include the “Elvis Lives” bagel with banana, peanut butter, honey, and cinnamon; a classic smoked salmon bagel with capers and cream cheese; a crispy prosciutto bagel; and a unique pineapple bagel.

Bagel sandwiches include:

• Mahalo – $9.99
  Go OG with the legit pizza bagel, high performance marinara, italian mozzarella cheese, toasted to perfection
• Elvis Lives! – $11.79
  Your choice of bagel, locally sourced banana slices, and peanut butter, honey with a dash of cinnamon
• Zsa Zsa – $12.49
  Roasted turkey, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato with chipotle spread on the bagel of your choice
• Fishy Fishy – $13.99
  Salmon, cream cheese eggs with capers, red onion, and fresh florida tomatoes
• Don Ho – $11.79
  Egg, cheddar cheese and sausage or bacon
• Ola-Kai – $9.79
  Avocado, chopped bacon and red pepper flakes (add sunny side up egg if you wish)
• Big Kahuna – $12.49
  Your choice of egg, meat, cheese and 2 toppings; choose your bagel and schmear

They recently took to instagram to tease bagel sandwiches made with turkey and avocado, plus pizza bagels.

The space offers some off-street parking, making it convenient for customers. Tiki Bagel is set to become a favorite spot in the St. Pete Beach community. Keep an eye out for its grand opening this June and get ready to enjoy a taste of Brooklyn right here in Florida.