SIGN UP FOR TBBW\u2019S FREE NEWSLETTER<\/a><\/p>\n What happened<\/p>\n PopUp Bagels became popular for its no-slice, no-sandwich approach. Every bagel is served hot and whole, straight from the oven. Customers tear and dip instead of cutting and spreading.<\/p>\n The brand opened its first Tampa location<\/a> earlier this year and has seen steady crowds. \u201cOur Carrollwood opening is a measure of the love and support the people of Tampa have for fresh, hot bagels,\u201d said CEO Tory Bartlett.<\/p>\n The new location will serve walk-in customers, take advance orders and offer catering.<\/p>\n What\u2019s happening now<\/p>\n To mark the opening, PopUp Bagels is offering a limited-edition Smash Raspberry Habanero cream cheese made in partnership with Kickstand Cocktails, a local craft vodka soda company. The schmear will be available only at the Carrollwood location while supplies last.<\/p>\n READ: Tampa startup uses AI to protect drinking water before problems arise<\/a><\/p>\n Tampa partner Kal Gullapalli said the excitement is real. \u201cThe buzz around PopUp Bagels in Florida is only growing and we\u2019re thrilled to bring the brand to new communities,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n PopUp Bagels plans to open 30 more Florida locations, including in Delray Beach, Miami and West Palm Beach.<\/p>\n What this means for Tampa Bay<\/p>\n Tampa has become a launch point for national and regional restaurant brands expanding across the state of Florida. PopUp Bagels joins a wave of fast-casual and specialty food concepts choosing the region because of its strong economy, population growth<\/a> and food-loving culture.<\/p>\n READ: The Edition\u2019s Chris Southwick on Tampa\u2019s luxury evolution<\/a><\/p>\n For local entrepreneurs<\/a>, the company\u2019s success shows the value of a simple concept built on quality and consistency. For consumers, it means more options in a market where flavor and freshness are top priorities.<\/p>\n What you can do now<\/p>\n PopUp Bagels opens Thursday, November 14. Early customers can try the limited-edition schmear and enjoy bagels baked throughout the day. <\/p>\n Orders can be placed online at popupbagels.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Takeaway<\/p>\n PopUp Bagels\u2019 move into Carrollwood shows how Tampa Bay continues to attract ambitious food brands<\/a>. <\/p>\n What started as a backyard project has become a regional hit that fits the area\u2019s appetite for originality, speed and local flavor.<\/p>\n Stay Connected<\/p>\n Sign up for TBBW\u2019s newsletter<\/a><\/p>\n![\"Stack](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Untitled-1-53-1000x563.jpeg\")
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