Pita Pit was founded in Canada in 1995 on the idea that people want a fresh, healthy alternative to fast food. Today, there are over 240 locations in the United States and over 580 around the world. While fresh and healthy alternatives sound great, the first thing many people ask when they hear about Pita Pit is—what is a pita? Well, in the words of Huntsville Pita Pit owner Elizabeth Florer, a pita is simply a rolled sandwich. More specifically, it is a Lebanese flatbread, steamed soft and opened like a pocket to be stuffed with whatever proteins, veggies and sauces you desire.
Every Pita Pit around the world has the opportunity to create a pita recipe of their own, called “The Local” on the menu. The Huntsville Pita Pit has two. The Sammy is the sweet option; The Chuck is the spicier option, and by far most popular pita offered. Named for Chuck Norris, the pita starts with some chicken, bacon, Ancho Chipotle, hot sauce, and bar-b-que sauce on the grill, to be topped with your choice of vegetables and cheese, rolled up and enjoyed. The Chuck is only on the menu in Huntsville, but Florer has gotten calls from Pita Pits across the nation asking for the recipe. It seems local customers want their favorite pita, even on vacation to other states. There are plenty of pita options that include meat, like prime rib sliced and grilled in house to your liking. Not all the pitas have meat, though. There are several tasty meatless options for those who are vegan or vegetarian, and the staff is proactive about preparing your food in a way that is satisfactory to you—everything from changing gloves to cleaning the grill before starting a spicy black bean or falafel pita. They are even willing to take vegetables from new bins to prevent any cross-contamination with meats or undesired dairies. Each menu item is offered in three options: a regular size pita, a smaller petita, or a fork style (salad) option for anyone looking for a gluten free meal. Fresh cookies and several smoothie options are also on the menu.
The local shop has such a great atmosphere, you’ll want to visit Elizabeth and the staff again and again, but there are other options you can use to get your hands on a delicious pita. Delivery is available for everyone in a four mile radius, or you can call ahead and pick up your order to go. The Pita Pit app can help with both of those options. They also cater events with pita trays or with box lunches that include a pita, chips, a cookie, and a drink. For those who call in orders often, you can write your order down on a sheet and put it in ‘the book.’ When you call after that, all you have to do is tell them your name, and your pita will be made to your specifications. The employees follow Elizabeth’s example and are friendly and put the customer first.
Contact Info:
2100 Sam Houston Ave
Huntsville, TX 77340
(936) 439-5230
pitapitusa.com