Welcome to Wholly Bagels & Pizza!

Who are we?

Good question. This is how it all began...

We love bagels. Always have. And as them wise folk say, do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life. So we started a bagel business that would allow us every day to enjoy making them, baking them, spreading them, filling them, eating them and of course preparing them for bagel lovers like yourself!

The first person to love bagels though, in case you're curious, was the Polish King in 1683. A Jewish baker decided to bake him a bunch (probably 13) to thank him for saving the city from invaders. The King loved horses, so the baker crafted a hard roll in the shape of a stirrup, hence it's original name 'burgel' -- German for stirrup. And years later, Wholly Bagels stores far and wide still use his burgel making methods!Thanks Jewish baker guy.

Long story short -- bagel love spread throughout Europe, immigrants took the recipe to America and in 1998 a baker from Washington moved to Wellington and opened the first Wholly Bagels. Love for our unique bagel textures, flavours and fillings spread like melting mozzarella (mmmm) and now wherever active, busy, healthy folk live, work and play we are there to provide nourishment and deliciousness. Cool job aye!

The pizza low down

Sal’s New York-style pizzas are crafted with the same passion and authenticity as their beloved bagels, using traditional methods and premium ingredients sourced almost entirely from New Zealand. Offered only in Large (14") and Jumbo (20") sizes, these thin, crispy pizzas are designed to let each topping shine—never overloaded, always delicious. With a wide selection including the iconic Sal’s Pizza and customizable options (even gluten-free bases), there’s something for every craving—within reason, of course.

While pizza might not beat a fruit platter in health points, it’s a tastier and arguably more nutritious alternative to burger and fries. Plus, the joy it brings might just count as a wellness boost. And if you're daring enough to carry out a 20" pie, beware the doorframes—better to trust their delivery pros. At the heart of it all is a love for local: fresh, world-class New Zealand ingredients that elevate every bite.

Let us cater

Got guests to impress? Or ravenous troops who deserve a lunch or dinner catering treat? Maybe some party food? Save the day by having us deliver a beautifully presented platter of filled bagels, an antipasto platter, seasonal fruit platter or a bunch of delicious pizzas. Then blow their minds with cakes and slices to finish! Now bask in their love.

Bagel Platters - from $69

Options galore! You can choose from...

A breakfast bagel platter
A platter with specialty fillings
A mixed platter for all tastes
A vegetarian platter
Naked bagel platter with cream cheeses

All delicious and tailored to your group's needs!

(Includes 10 bagels cut in half, feeds approximately 10 people)

Jumbo Pizzas - from $22 - $39

Treat the troops to a few slices of our enormous Jumbo pizza. Sure to make an impact and earn you some catering kudos.

Antipasto Platter - $99

Perfect if catering for afternoon meetings, after work drinks or evening events. Featuring a mouth-watering array of bagels, bagel chips, meats, spreads and salad.

(feeds approximately 10 people)

Baked Goodies - $49

For catering to those with a sweet tooth, bite size pieces of brownie, crumble, slices, and squares. Yum.

Fruit Platter - $59

Push our healthy meals to the max by adding a collection of the best fruit the season has to offer. Pineapple, blueberries, kiwifruit, grapes, strawberries, rock melons... nature's lollies.