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Best Bagels in Wellington (2026)

Wellington has a surprisingly good bagel scene for a city its size — a few spots doing proper hand-rolled bagels worth going out of your way for.

20 places

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Best Ugly Bagels

4.6(1,140)

bagel shop · Te Aro

Welcome to Best Ugly Bagels. Al Brown’s Montreal-style bagels are lighter and chewier than their NYC cousins, served with a wide range of toppings from New Zealand producers.

artisan bagels breakfast brunch

838 reviews

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Best Ugly Bagels

4.4(445)

cafe · Wellington Central

Welcome to Best Ugly Bagels. Al Brown’s Montreal-style bagels are like no other bagel you’ve had before. These puppies are lighter and chewier than their NYC cousins.

artisan bagels breakfast brunch

143 reviews

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Wholly Bagels & Pizza Thorndon

4.2(478)

cafe · Thorndon

Wholly Bagels & Pizza is dedicated to crafting delicious bagels and pizzas using premium New Zealand ingredients, providing nourishment and deliciousness for bagel lovers and pizza enthusiasts alike.

artisan baked goods bagels breakfast

420 reviews

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Best Ugly

4.5(366)

restaurant · Wellington 6022

Welcome to Best Ugly Bagels. Al Brown’s Montreal-style bagels are like no other bagel you’ve had before. These puppies are lighter and chewier than their NYC cousins.

artisan bagels breakfast brunch

64 reviews

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Flying Fligel

5.0(8)

deli · Te Aro

Flying Fligel was co-founded by Michael Pitt and Beverley Paris. Ian Kerry joined the business in August 2023 as our chef in charge of our daily operations. All three of us enjoy a good bagel and proper babka and look forward to bringing these delights to the windy capital of New Zealand.

babka bagels deli

8 reviews

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Shelly Bay Baker on Leeds Street

4.6(581)

cafe · Te Aro

Shelly Bay Baker is a small bakery in Wellington, NZ that believes in real bread. We use natural levains for sourdough breads, loafs, bagels, & baguettes.

artisan sourdough bagels baguettes

581 reviews

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The Bond Street Deli

4.8(146)

restaurant · Te Aro

Good Nosh & Kosher Catering.

bagels deli jewish cuisine

146 reviews

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Shelly Bay Baker on Oriental Parade

4.8(39)

cafe · Oriental Bay

Shelly Bay Baker is a small bakery in Wellington, NZ that believes in real bread. We use natural levains for sourdough breads, loafs, bagels, & baguettes.

artisan sourdough freshly baked bagels freshly milled organic flour

26 reviews

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Shelly Bay Baker

4.7(216)

bakery · Miramar

Shelly Bay Baker is a small bakery in Wellington, NZ that believes in real bread. We use natural levains for sourdough breads, loafs, bagels, & baguettes.

artisan sourdough cafe fresh stoneground flour

203 reviews

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Flight Coffee Hangar Cafe

4.5(1,970)

cafe · Te Aro

Relaxed cafe serving house-brewed coffee, sandwiches & light eats in a trendy space.

all-day breakfast bold flavours brunch

1,970 reviews

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Neo Cafe & Eatery

4.7(1,958)

cafe · Te Aro

Bright, laid-back hangout offering a seasonal menu, all-day brunch & veggie options.

all day brunch cafe cafe, contemporary

1,958 reviews

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Lola Stays

4.4(745)

cafe · Oriental Bay

Come down and try our amazing food. There is a little something for everyone.

all day breakfast brunch casual eats

745 reviews

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Customs

4.6(618)

coffee shop · Te Aro

We eat coffee for breakfast®.

artisan coffee coffee coffee subscription

601 reviews

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Uncle Leo’s Bakery

4.9(475)

bakery · Hataitai

Uncle Leo's Bakery is a beloved bakery in Wellington, known for its passion and dedication to creating the finest baked goods.

artisan breads barista-made coffee belgian chocolate

475 reviews

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Belén Plant Bakery

4.9(389)

bakery · Wellington Central

Belén Plant Bakery offers an ever-changing menu of 100% plant-based delights, featuring both classic favourites and innovative flavours.

artisan pastries gluten-free options plant-based bakery

389 reviews

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Leafee Cafe

4.9(275)

cafe · Thorndon

Reviewers consistently praise the high quality of food and coffee, as well as the friendly service.

275 reviews

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Extra Extra Cafe

4.7(197)

cafe · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food and coffee, along with the friendly service and inviting atmosphere.

197 reviews

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Black Lion Bakery & Cafe

4.7(138)

bakery · Te Aro

We make quality artisan breads and pastries. We supply wholesale customers and our cafe is open to the public.

artisan breads pastries vegan options

138 reviews

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Belén Plant Bakery

4.8(89)

bakery · Te Aro

Belén Plant Bakery offers an ever-changing menu of 100% plant-based delights, featuring classic favourites and innovative flavours.

artisan donuts creative flavours gluten-free options

89 reviews

Super Deli

4.7(23)

coffee shop · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious coffee and impressive variety of food options, along with friendly service.

23 reviews