“Fresh thinking and healthy eating” at the Pita Pit means lean grilled meats, fresh vegetables and light, Lebanese-style pita bread. Founded in Kingston, Ontario, in 1995, franchising began in 1997 and moved into the United States by 1999. Current Pita Pit USA CEO Jack Riggs and a team of investors bought the chain in 2005 and have dozens of stores in development.
| Location | Huntington Beach, Calif. |
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| 2008 Systemwide Sales ($000) | $47,000,000* |
| YOY Sales Change | 17.5% |
| 2008 U.S. Units | 173 |
| YOY Unit Change | 13.8% |
| 2008 Average Unit Volume ($000) | $290,000* |
| Future 50 Year | 2009 |
*Technomic estimate
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