Mr. Pita

Mr. Pita was a Michigan-based quick-service restaurant chain that specialized in pita sandwiches and Mediterranean-inspired fast food. The company began in 1993, founded by entrepreneurs who saw an opportunity to bring healthier, customizable options to the fast-casual dining scene. Over the next decade, Mr. Pita expanded throughout Michigan and the Midwest, reaching more than 40 locations at its peak. The brand became known for its flexible approach to site selection, operating in suburban strip centers, high-traffic retail corridors, mall food courts, and even standalone drive-thru units.

By the mid-2000s, Mr. Pita’s franchising efforts accelerated its growth and allowed the brand to experiment with different formats to suit a variety of retail environments. This adaptability made it a familiar name in secondary markets and contributed to the broader popularity of Mediterranean quick-service concepts in the region. However, as competition intensified and consumer tastes shifted in the early 2010s, the chain began to contract. Franchise closures became more common, and the company’s public presence diminished.

As of November 2025, Mr. Pita is no longer operating. The company ceased all business activity around 2017, with its website and social media accounts inactive and no locations listed in business directories. There is no evidence of an acquisition or merger, and the last known headquarters was in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Mr. Pita’s legacy remains as an early player in the Midwest’s fast-casual Mediterranean segment, remembered for its adaptable store formats and its role in introducing pita-based quick service to a broader audience. Many of its former sites have since been repurposed by other restaurant operators.