Pita Pit in Canadian Restaurant News

Pita Pit was featured in Canadian Restaurant News. Pita Pit is celebrating 20 years since they first opened in Kingston, Ontario in 1995. Since then, the brand has grown to more than 500 locations across the globe and aims to reach the 100 mark before their 25th anniversary. The article looks at the evolution of the Pita Pit brand, and what’s coming up in the future.

Find out about the early days of Nelson and co-founder John Sotiriadis putting their heart and souls into the first location and how the brand exploded from their based on their hard work, commitment to community involvement, and dedication to delicious and perfectly rolled pitas.

The article closes by touching on the development plans for the company, a refocused effort to be more environmentally friendly, and the brand’s philosophy of finding the right franchisees that fit the Pita Pit culture.

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Pita Pit plans to double up

Pita Pit were recently featured in Canadian Restaurant News in an article titled, "Pita Pit plans to double up". The article begins with information about the successful year Pita Pit expect in 2014. Kevin is quoted about the 36-month renovation program and how the brand has matured over the years. He touches on their expansion, the tweaks to the menu, and their model of responsible growth. Click here to read the entire article or begin below.

"Pita Pit plans to double up"
By Canadian Restaurant News

KINGSTON, ON - Ontario-based franchise Pita Pit saw its most openings to date in 2013 and its poised to beat the number this year.

The Kingston, ON chain opened 34 Canadian units in 2013. "This year is going to be our busiest year ever in Pita Pit's history for Canada." Kevin Pressburger, vice-president of franchise development, told ARN. "We're on track to open at least 40."

Founded in 1995 by Nelson Lang and John Sotiriadis, there are about 200 Canadian units, with locations in nine provinces. Longer term goals include plans to have a total of 400 in Canada by the end of 2018.

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