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    The Pita Shop

    4.8 (436 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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

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    J G.

    Update: I recently got a shawarma club pita and it was reallllllly good! There's some sort of delicious sauce in the shawarma club pita!

    Joyce K.

    I am Lebanese so I had to try this place being in San Marcos. So many positive reviews. I had my high hopes to finally find the authentic shawarma. Sadly they don't even have the stick of meat and grill. They cook the meat on a flat grill in the kitchen. I was expecting a real strong garlic sauce which wasn't the case. The flavor of the sandwich is not bad... but it isn't a real shawarma. The hummus was just ok too It is a cafeteria style restaurant. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. The guys behind the counter were very friendly

    Gyro Pita with Side of Balsamic Vinaigrette and Side of Taziki Sauce
    Toni S.

    If you have not tried the Pita Shop, you are missing out on great quality, delicious food! Hubby tried the Chicken Pita today and gave me a bite. It did not disappoint. You really need to try this food!

    Chicken shawarma wrap and sweet potato fries
    Anna W.

    I visited here for lunch and was really happy with the upbeat service I received. The food was amazing and if it was a little closer in location to me I would visit much more often.

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    Anne P.

    From the moment we walked in, we knew the food was going to be good. We could tell the people working there loved what they did and the food was cooked from the heart. First bites into my Gyro pita and I was in love! It was so amazing!! No shortage of meat, seasonings, dressing, and vegetables! It was packed and absolutely amazing. I will be back to try more off their menu!

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    Beverly M.

    Absolutely delicious. We had the gyro (again) with the yummy fries. The service is warm, super friendly and fast. Tons of people from all walks of life came in, ordered and left while we were there, with a spring in their step and shouts of goodbye and thanks to the owner. The Pita Shop sits in a quirky strip mall on the periphery of Texas State University. It's clear that both faculty and students l-o-v-e this unassuming but homey hole in the wall, including me.

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    Kenia S.

    I was down to my last bite when I realized I hadn't taken a picture! It was so so good and the serving size was so filling! We were visiting San Marcos for a hike and were craving something healthy and nutritious, this hit the spot!

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    Thea R.

    Delicious gyro! The pita bread was warm and pillowy soft. Next time I want to also try their bowl. A true local spot that I would definitely check out again. It's not a fancy sit down place and has a more casual vibe. The baba ghanoush and falafel was delicious! The falafels were fried fresh. The service was prompt and friendly. The restaurant was very clean and their bathrooms were spotless. Whoever owns this place I can feel takes pride in their restaurant. The flavors were great!!!

    Kerra S.

    Quick service, nice staff, and delicious food. The man who took our order was so friendly and welcoming, it felt a lot more like a locally owned business then a chain restaurant where you are simply funneled through. My friend and I both got the original gyro which was $9 and so huge!! (It fed me for about 2 meals so totally worth the price) One of the best pitas I've had and I'd highly recommend this place to anyone looking for something new in San Marcos!!

    Gyro $10.99 Gyro (Beef and lamb), lettuce, tomatoes, onions, taziki *customer favorate!* Gyro Pita Side of Fries

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    Hi Beverly! Thanks for your great review! Hope to see you again soon.

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    Quick service, friendly and everything tastes fresh every time! Recommend the Gyro sandwich that's our favorite go to

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    Food was good and service was great too! I would recommend this place if you want a great pita!

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    Thanks for your review and the pics, Kerra!

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    11 months ago

    Great food great vibes. So much flavor for a casual, cheap meal that isn't too heavy.

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    Great food and very kind service. I would definitely return if in town. The dolmas were delicious.

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    Hi Megan, thanks for your review! We appreciate you stopping by.

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    Thanks for your great review and the pictures, Ashleigh!

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    Fresh & Extremely tasty wraps. Ordered chicken Tikka with garlic sauce was absolutely amazing

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    Thanks for your review, Icel!

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    Ask the Community - The Pita Shop

    What are some vegan options?

    Falafel pita, garden pita, build-your-own-rice bowl with falafel/tahini, dolmas (my fave), hummus, baba ganouj, and although I don't promote French fries generally, I must admit they have the best seasoned fries in town. Their menu's online.

    Is this by any chance the same owner/shop as Wrap it Up? I used to go there WEEKLY when I was in college! We'll have to come check it out! Everything looks delicious!

    Hi Kristy, we are different owners. We hope to see you soon. If you have any more questions, please let us know!

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    4.4
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    I love the Halal Project! I'm spoiled here because they clearly code anything that is GF as such on…read moretheir menu, and their food all tastes fresh and delicious. The meat is seasoned and hits the spot every time - it doesn't matter what meat you get because it is all great! Tons of variation on their menu. I get the bowls with rice and lettuce a plus every topping under the sun and garlic/harissa sauce. Chicken is great, beef is great, and I could eat their falafel all day. I love getting the bowls with their various pickled veggies for the contrast in tastes. Dolma is delicious, the kebabs are delicious, the fries loaded with deliciousness are in fact delicious, and the prices for all dishes are very reasonable. Food can take a little longer, but only because the food is cooked fresh to order and not sitting in a metal container overcooking. Their pitas are stuffed to a brim with toppings and meat, and I could eat their hummus all day every day. Every time we come to San Marcos I have to try to force myself to try something new - it's hard, but we always find ourselves back at Halal Project happily full every time.

    Mr R's falafel wrap and water seemed to make him happy. My lemonade was EXCELLENT again. Gyro was…read moregenerously sauced and meat had lovely crispy textured edges. The veggies were, as always, beautiful and fresh. Halfway through I did remark to Mr R that Halal Project definitely has more flavor than Taziki, and he agreed. It did take a little longer than expected (mostly noticeable bc it's a day we had a plane to catch) but not outrageous and the results were indisputably worth it. Love to whoever wrapped these gyros sturdily enough to make eating them in the car NOT a complete disaster; we will continue to enjoy this local delight.

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    Aba

    Aba

    4.4
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    OMG, this place is absolutely awesome! My wife and I celebrated our anniversary last Friday evening…read moreand the atmosphere was incredible. Inside and out! I was glad we were seated outside though because even though it was a warm evening, their fans were very effective creating a constant gentle breeze. The music enhanced the experience with a fun and upbeat vibe. I truly felt like was sitting at club/bar/restaurant during a cool summer night in Greece! Just incredible. The staff were also great! Friendly and accommodating from the time we checked in for our reservation. Our server was super friendly, knowledgeable and helpful with my gluten sensitivity! The food was delicious too. Shout out to the chefs! The village salad (also reminded me of a traditional Greek village salad) was refreshing, the hot honey halloumi was like nothing I have ever tasted before, I regret not ordering extra to-go!, the Lamb chops made me feel like we were celebrating Easter - the seasoning was spot on and cooked to perfection, the Lamb and beef kefta with rice was also tasty, but the lamb chops are the clear winner. Don't forget to get dessert! If you have a gluten sensitivity like me, you are safe with the Pistachio Panna Cotta. It was a flavor high I didn't want to end! Lol. But seriously, it was super delicious, sweet, and just the right portion. Also FYI: we shared every plate. It's the way to go there, and I'm glad our server recommended that we order everything up front and they simply bring it out as each plate is ready. (Except for dessert and drinks - order those at the appropriate times of course). Speaking of our server, Lauren S, she was on it!!! Not only was she able to serve us and other tables extremely well, there was also a very large party of around 15 people next to us that she also served. Yet she always seemed to be around when you needed her and always with a friendly smile and positive attitude. Shout out to Lauren!!! You were amazing. Thank you for making our anniversary dinner memorable. Can't wait to visit Aba again!

    My little son and I came for dinner here on Monday night…read more Firstly I will say parking is a bit hard to come here so I pre booked a spot in Vincent lot just so I didnt have to deal with circling around and it was only a 5 min walk away The restaurant as you approach it is so cozy and definitely gives you that ethereal lush feel The restaurant was buzzing and full on a Monday night. We had a reservation and the host sat us down immediately and was so friendly. Our server was there right away. Her service was just perfect ... friendly and not over the top. She was knowledgeable about the dishes and gave us suggestions. We had a mockingbird mocktail and my son a soda. The drink was perfect. We ordered the whipped feta, falafel and beef Lamb kefta. Everything came out really quickly. The falafel was absolutely delicious. The whipped feta was a hit with my son. The kefta was a little disappointing. A little bland and dry. I ordered the pannacotta my son the chocolate chocolate cake. I absolutely loved mine with the sorbet on top. My son loved his cake. Atmosphere wise the restaurant is beautiful and cozy and grand but the only complaint would be the music was too loud and it was hard to hold a conversation. For me it doesn't match a nice restaurant but rather a bar concept I would say it was great service and great food

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    Dimassi’s Mediterranean Buffet

    Dimassi’s Mediterranean Buffet

    4.5
    (310 reviews)
    24.1 mi
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    The buffet is to feast your stomach. There are plenty of selections to choose from. There are…read moreplenty of humus varieties; I personally like the avocado humus. On the main course side, you have lamb, chicken, fish and beef selections. The service is good. They know how to treat their customers. If you are a first timer, don't be shy to ask questions. The location on I35 is a newer location. It used to be an Outback. The only thing I don't like about it, are the bright fluorescent over head lights.

    We've been here a couple times now, on a Sunday and Saturday for lunch and it has yet to…read moredisappoint. It's one of those places that's reliable and feels pretty consistent, knowing you're going to leave happy and full after eating here. The two times we've been there, theres always plenty of seating and are able to walk right in. It's a walk in and seat yourself experience and then you pay upon leaving. The staff keeps the dining area and buffet line consistently stocked and clean. They even provide hand sanitizer and gloves for you. Even when foot traffic picked up while we were there, the food was replenished quickly and didn't look picked over. Now let's talk food...Everything tastes fresh, well-seasoned, and like it was made with care instead of just being "buffet food" an under seasoned. The variety is also amazing, and it's easy to build a plate for pretty much any type of diet whether you're keto, high protein, balanced, veggie-forward, vegan, etc... Some of our favorite dishes we keep coming back for: Shredded beef (SO good), Baked fish (tender and not fishy), Garlic baked chicken (wonderful crispy skin), Fried chicken, Baked kafta, Kafta kebab, Gyro meat, Roasted cauliflower, Eggplant, Greek salad, Fatoush, Kale Caesar salad, Zaatar pizza, Cheese pizza (pro tip: top it with shredded beef- a life changing buffet hack), Rice with lentils, Rice with mixed veggies. For the quality, variety and amount of food you get, this is easily one of the best deals in the city! It's rare to find a buffet that's both affordable and consistently this good! If I had one small wish, it would be for desserts to match how strong the rest of the food is. They're not bad, just a little more "fine" compared to how amazing everything else is. I've seen another Dimassi's (I think in Cali) that had a frozen yogurt machine and I'd LOVE to see that here because it would be the perfect finish! Make a cup and then crumble up some baklava on it! Overall we've LOVED it here and we'll absolutely keep coming back! Great food, clean, consistent, and worth it every time!

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    Dimassi’s Mediterranean Buffet
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