Pete's Bagels Will Move to New St. Pete Location

The popular bagel shop will relocate to a larger 4,200 square-foot space on 1st Avenue South.

Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Openings & Closings

Pete's Bagels Will Move to New St. Pete Location

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Pete's Bagels announced on September 27, 2026, that it will relocate its St. Petersburg operations to 1900 1st Ave S. The move follows structural damage and space limitations at the brand's current address at 2361 1st Ave S.

Why it matters

The relocation allows the business to expand into a larger facility with a full kitchen and dedicated parking. This transition addresses critical infrastructure issues while providing more operational space for the growing bakery chain.

The new 4,200 square-foot facility replaces a location that housed the business for 6 years. It takes over the space formerly occupied by Good Intentions, a restaurant that operated for 4 years.

The players

Pete's Bagels

This growing bakery chain maintains multiple operations across Ybor City, South Tampa, South St. Pete, and Tarpon Springs.

Good Intentions

This restaurant previously operated at the 1900 1st Ave S location for four years before closing.

The details

Pete's Bagels will vacate its current site due to structural damage found at the 2361 1st Ave S property. The new venue provides significant operational upgrades, including a full kitchen and an expanded parking lot for customers.

Summer 2025: Good Intentions restaurant announced its closure.
September 27, 2026: Pete's Bagels announced the upcoming move.
Coming weeks: The company plans to host a soft opening for the new space.

Market Landscape

This move highlights the ongoing repurposing of commercial real estate along the St. Petersburg 1st Avenue South corridor. By securing a larger footprint, Pete's Bagels is positioning itself for greater capacity against regional competitors in the fast-casual breakfast market.

Customers can expect better access to parking and upgraded facilities once the new location officially opens to the public. The shift also ensures that the business can maintain consistent service levels without the interruptions caused by current structural issues.

The takeaway

Businesses managing structural challenges in older buildings often pivot to adaptive reuse of former restaurant spaces to maintain service continuity. Residents should look for the soft opening announcement in the coming weeks to visit the new facility.