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    PITA 22

    4.7 (519 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    PITA 22 ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Carved Lamb Hummus (Grass Fed, Halal)
    Haley T.

    Stopped by after my pilates class and wow is this my new favorite mediterranean place! We got the lamb hummus to share for 2 and it was perfectly tender and super filling. We still even had leftovers for 2 meals. The workers there were also very helpful and made sure to check on us throughout our meal. Not to mention that there was plenty of seating and the decorations made the place feel super homey. Would definitely recommend if you are in the area!

    Hummus Shawarma
    Agnes P.

    Ok this was delicious! I got take out for their hummus bowls w chicken shawarma. There was a generous quantity of chicken and was still hot when I picked up. Their sauces were absolutely delicious, loved the red pepper one. Another highlight is the most softest fluffiest pita bread. Service was great as well!

    Falafel, Rice, Roasted Cauliflower, Steak Kabob (New York Steak), Chicken Kabob
    Nichole P.

    Catered a high school graduation party for 60+ people with meat lovers, vegans, hungry teens, and little kids -- this was a huge hit all around. Wonderful service and such delicious food. People went back for seconds and said it was some of the best they've ever had. Highly recommend!

    Gyro Bowl
    Jessica P.

    This place is probably one of my favorite Mediterranean places to eat at. They have such good selection of food and they all are so fresh with their food as well. Parking here is pretty easy. The lines can get sometimes long but not so bad. I've been here both on a weekday lunch and weekend lunch and it can sometimes get packed so be cautious if you're trying to dine in. There is a chance that service can be slightly slow where your food comes out a bit later but they do cook it all so it's nice and warm along with its deliciousness. Their hot sauces are really good too (being pretty spicy as well). I got a plate and a bowl here before and the portions are pretty big so definitely keep that in mind when ordering. Overall, great place to stop by if you want some really good Mediterranean foods you won't be disappointed!

    Carved Lamb Hummus (Halal)
    Seetha G.

    Stopped by Pita 22 with my son and really enjoyed our meal. We ordered the carved lamb hummus, chicken shawarma bowl, and feta fries--and the portions were satisfying. Definitely plenty of leftovers, which is always a win. The lamb hummus was flavorful and well seasoned, and the chicken shawarma bowl was hearty and satisfying. The feta fries were indulgent and tasty, and the accompanying sauces really tied everything together--lots of great flavors to mix and match. Overall, a great casual spot for Mediterranean food with generous portions, solid flavors and great service. Would definitely come back when we're craving something filling and comforting.

    Kitchen and sides menu
    Robyn S.

    I really wanted to like this place. I eat a lot of Mediterranean food. In fact, last weekend I went to a Mediterranean place I gave 5 stars. This was not that. I was confused by the large number of communal tables and few individual tables. They did have high chairs readily available so a plus there. On the positive side, the servers were nice and the kids meal was the best deal in town. On the negative, they kept letting pick up people cut the line and it was getting annoying because there were so many and only one person helping. The kids meal looked beautiful and I'd eat it myself, but my daughter had no interest so that was disappointing. At a similar restaurant, she gets an equivalent meal and really enjoys it. As to the gyro pita, I prefer the gyro crispy on the outside. These were all center cut pieces-no crisp in sight. The pita looked way better than it tasted and same for the taziki sauce. Maybe it was just an off night, but there are so many options in this space, I'm not sure I will return anytime soon. It's fine for big groups or office lunches but I would not go out of my way to go here and I don't see myself ever craving it like I do some of the others.

    Sides and sauces that come with the Chicken Shawarma Plate and an extra side of chicken shawarma
    Kristen W.

    Love this spot so much! It's one of our go to's because of the flavors and value. We ordered the Chicken Shawarma Plate with an extra side of Chicken Shawarma to go. The plate comes with a cabbage slaw, cucumber and tomato salad, hummus, tahini sauce, and pita. You can choose between rice or fries. The chicken is moist and seasoned well. We also got 2 sauces - red one was extra spicy while the green one had a nice kick to it. We'll be back soon to try other dishes!

    Chicken Kabob A La Carte
    Amanda B.

    Best pita bread!!! It was our first time eating here and the food was delicious. We split the chicken kabob plate and it was a ton of food for the two of us. Everything was fresh and homemade with incredible Mediterranean flavors. The service was fast and friendly. They gave us recommendations on what to eat and what's popular. The ambiance is clean and very nice and pleasant. We'll definitely be back soon!

    Dinner!
    J T.

    Great food continues!! Always delicious. Tried their bowl this time and was not let down. Delicious side of hummus and pita! Great staff and homemade pitas! Such a needed place here!!

    Chicken Pita and Falafel bowl
    Lalu D.

    Chicken Schwarma pita is heavenly and juicy. Very nicely seasoned. The tahini is one of the best I've tasted. Very creamy and has an intense sesame flavor. Normally tahinis this creamy usually have some weird after taste but this doesn't! Great price for the amount of meat. The falafel bowl was great as well. Very crunchy. I wish they're a bit bigger but the rest of the bowl's amount did make it more than fairly priced. I didn't find the spiciest sauce too spicy but it tasted fresh and refreshing. Will come again for sure when I visit San Diego!

    Raging eggplant
    vincent j.

    I got the raging eggplant. This is an amazing twist in your typical eggs Benedict. It has fried eggplant on toast instead of your typical protein on an English muffin. The service was great and the lady who was running the shop was super sweet. The food was so delicious and affordable! I highly recommend this spot for a nice brunch

    Marquee sign
    Emmett T.

    I stopped by PITA 22 to purchase a late afternoon meal to-go before heading off to an evening activity near the Torrey Highlands neighborhood. The interior of the suite was brightly decorated and had the capacity for a couple of dozen patrons. Most of the customers that came after me were also getting take-out food. The menu boards were divided into five sections: Hummus (seven types), Pita or Bowl (six kinds), Plates (five choices for adults, five choices for kids), Salads (four varieties), and Extras. I figured a bowl would be the most convenient so I picked the Carved Lamb variety. Besides the meat, roasted tomatoes, onions, pickles, fresh parsley, and tahini sauce were included. The base was a bed of rice versus quinoa which incurred an additional charge. I had expected a portion size that reflected a solid value for the price I paid. It didn't feel that way as the bowl was on the small side. The quality of the ingredients was good though. Perhaps I have been spoiled at what I have tried at other Middle Eastern/Mediterranean eateries around town. I rated my initial dining experience at PITA 22 with three stars.

    lamb kabob plate
    Michelle W.

    - tried the lamb kebab plate fresh and it was so tender and extra seasoned! the sides were also excellent. i'm glad i got to try it again - i highly recommend this dish! - service was attentive and kind as always!

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    Ask the Community - PITA 22

    Is the meat halal?

    Some of their meat is halal, specifically Chicken Kabob, Lamb Kabob, Carved Lamb, and Schnitzel Chicken Tenders (Kids Plates) according to their menu.

    Do they have outside seatings that allow dogs?

    Yes. They have outdoor seating that's open to restaurants in the area

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    I was on jury duty today and I wanted to have some Shawarma so I looked up on yelp and found the…read moreK-pop shop was about a 20 minute walk away. The menu was a bit confusing, but I know that I like grilled veggies and Greek salad and then Ike was able to pick my protein that I wanted so that seemed easy enough. The base price with falafel or chicken Shawarma was Close to $16 but since I chose the meat, they added two dollars to my total. It took about 10 minutes for them to assemble my meal, but my veggies were cooked fresh on the stove, which was really nice. They tasted very freshly cooked just as they would as if I had cooked them myself at home. I was there about 1245 on a Monday and there were a few people there and they had some takeout orders so my order took about 10 minutes before I could walk out the door with it. They had a nice condiment bar where you could pick out some yogurt with dill sauce and then they're famous garlic yogurt sauce, as well as a jalapeño sauce And another spicy hot one that I would never try. When I got back to the jury room to eat my meal, I saw that there was a nice quantity of the fresh salad and the grilled vegetables but the meat was piled high! The employees were working efficiently and the place was spotless and orderly.

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    We got the Falafels to start and they were nicely crisped, but were a bit on the saltier side. I…read moreenjoyed that the salad was very lightly dressed with olive oil and lemon juice. Simple, fresh, and tasty! My guy got the Chicken Tawook Bowl. The chicken was nice and juicy, but they don't give much chicken for the price. I got the Kafta Kebab Plate and the meat was on the drier side and could've used more seasoning. The hummus was good and both meats mixed well with the rice. While we enjoyed this place, it wasn't very memorable. There's nothing special about what we had and it was pricier than similar restaurants we've been to.

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