This is one of the best places you always want to come back to. Outstanding food, impeccable service, and an atmosphere that leaves a truly pleasant aftertaste. Thank you to the entire team for consistent quality and genuine care for your guests. read more

Have you ever tasted something so delicious that you literally start doing an inner dance?! We recently had Gotta Eatta Pita catered for a team meeting. We all enjoyed it! I noticed that this location was conveniently located in Pleasanton and couldn't wait to pick some up for a large dinner gathering. There was plenty of parking. The platter is great- you get to choose your sides and meat or falafel. I chose the chicken. Came with fresh pita bread and the most amazing melt-in-your-mouth hummus!! Picked up some extras and some yogurt sauce. The young man who helped me was very patient and friendly. The restaurant was easy to find, clean and lively. I am so glad to have visited! read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Customer service here was great! The gentleman working the service bar was well-informed and took care to answer all of my questions. I didn't get his name but he mentioned he was Ukrainian. I didn't typically go for middle eastern food. It can be bland. I thought the reviews were decent so I thought it was okay to try. Boy do I regret it. For this being similar to a chipotle the prices are OUTRAGEOUS. I could have gotten a pasta dish at an expensive restaurant for just a few more dollars. I got the 50/50 bowl with falafel and chicken. Couscous as my base, light greens, Tabbouleh, cucumber dill salad, cabbage, eggplant, tzatziki sauce, hummus and pickles. It was extra for Feta and olives which I opted out of. It was $18.86. The falafel was good. It has a strong citrus and cilantro flavor which paired well with the tzatziki sauce. The eggplant, the cabbage, the Tabbouleh, the cucumber salad all desperately needed flavor. Everything was so bland. A pinch of salt and lemon would have made the world of difference. I just couldn't taste anything besides plain bland vegetables and garlic. The falafel paired well with these components but bc it was a 50/50 bowl I only received 3. The chicken was terrible. No flavor at all. The issue is that bc I didn't opt for the ridiculously expensive add ons, which would have made this a $22 meal, the meal was BLAND. The chicken DESPERATELY needs the salty olives and feta. However for fast food that comes in a bowl I just could not justify paying extra for something and it's even more appalling that the dish NEEDS the add-ons. I'm from out of town (Tucson, AZ). I understand that the influence of local culture is going to impact ethnic cuisine. Maybe people in this area don't like seasonings or spice or salt. Either way, this was a terrible waste of $18. If you're someone who likes balanced nuanced flavors, this is not the place to go. If you know you like this kind of food, I'm still not sure this is the place to go. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Toppings Bar - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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I ordered a bowl for pickup from Gotta Eatta Pita and showed up about 10 minutes later--props to them for having it ready so quickly. That said, they forgot to include the side of tahini and utensils, so I had to go back in to grab those. Thankfully I hadn't left the parking lot yet. I got the Falafel & Chicken Shawarma bowl, and the first thing I noticed was how loaded it was. They definitely don't skimp on portions. Unfortunately, everything in the bowl was cold, which was disappointing. The tahini was super thick--more like tartar sauce than a drizzle--and not what I expected. The hummus was actually really good, and the tabbouleh was fresh and flavorful. But the falafel? Mushy and bland--kind of like a flavorless doughnut. Easily one of the worst falafels I've had. The chicken shawarma didn't help much either--just really lacking in flavor overall. On the plus side, there's plenty of parking and the pickup was fast. But sadly, the food just didn't hit the mark. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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So surprised I haven't reviewed this yet. I have ordered this on DoorDash for years and most recently came into eat. The restaurant itself was sooo warm. We asked if they had AC and they said no. I couldn't stand the heat so we had to take our food to the car and eat. Makes me wonder if there is no air, how is the food lasting all day? Idk seems weird and kinda gross. The food is always hit or miss here. Sometimes the falafel is good sometimes it isn't, sometimes the pita bread tastes like cardboard sometimes it doesn't. Overall, I love the concept, but I feel the execution could be better. And I do wish they had AC inside so people can actually sit and eat on a warm day. read more

There you have it. No extra portions on items, including non-meat choices. Bummer because the standard bowl comes out at around $20. Very disappointing, and confirmed by the business owner herself. Would much rather settle for chipotle now.. at the very least for these prices would be to allow for extra servings of items. Makes sense why they're moving to that smaller location next door read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Tried the half & half bowl -- generous portion, fair price, enough for two! A bit too heavy on the sauce. Decent overall, but I've had better, more flavorful shawarma. Could use a more authentic touch. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Half N Half Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

10/10! This place should be mainstream. I've eaten at many Mediterranean locations. There is nothing like Gotta Eatta Pita. I ordered a shawarma (chicken) stuffed pita. I got all the fixings, excluding the pickles and eggplant. It was an explosion of flavor. I was impressed at 1st bite. Definitely a place to go if you want something hearty, filling and flavorful. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

I got the half and half bowl. The flavors were really delicious. The eggplant, Israeli couscous and schug were amazing. My only problem was the temperature of the items. Falafel was warm, chicken shawarma was room temperature, and eggplant was cold. I would have preferred them hot. It's not easy to get me to eat cold chicken, but this was flavored so well that I actually ate it all and enjoyed it. I loved that it was light and healthy. This is a big, airy cafe with plenty of indoor and outside seating. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Half N Half Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

I'm sad to say that I was disappointed by my meal at Gotta Eatta Pita and probably wouldn't try it again. I like that the food is served chipotle style, where you can see what the available ingredients are and how fresh they look, and can ask for more of something or less of something. My go to spot, the kebab shop, gatekeeps the ingredients behind the counter which I don't like. My issues were with the taste and presentation. The veggies, hummus, and tahini were fresh and tasty, but the falafel was cold and had been sitting out, and the chicken was dry. I got a pita which was super messy. The ingredients were layered in such a way that each bite only has a couple of ingredients in it, for example all of the rice is at the bottom, all of the greens were at the top, etc. my local mom and pop falafel place mixes everything together so the ingredients are well distributed. It was impossible to eat without getting my hands dirty. I would not recommend getting a pita unless you're taking it home and can unload it into a bowl. I had to ask for a bowl after I sat down to unload my pita and eat it with a fork. The staff didn't understand why I wanted that but they gave it to me, no problem. That also solved the issue of the poor ingredient distribution. The pita without any extras, with tax and $1 tip came out to $18 something. Expensive but I can't fault them for that since all food is overpriced to that level now. I was just too disappointed by the falafel freshness, ingredient distribution, and the way they serve / box up the pita to give this place a good rating unfortunately. read more

If you love Mediterranean food, Gotta Eatta Pita is a must-eat! It is a Subway-style, pick-your-toppings stuffed pita and pita bowl fast casual chain that hits every taste bud just right. You can get creative and custom tailor your meal to your every whim. I've personally been coming to this location for four years, but my husband has been a fan for far longer. When we began dating, he felt that I *needed* to try it, but I'd been to other pita shops in the past that underwhelmed me (Pita Pit comes to mind as a so-so, meh option). It wasn't until I tried it myself that I became a true believer - because actually tasting truly is believing here. If you're looking for a laid-back date spot with actual wood tables + booths and plenty of space to stretch your wings, this is definitely the spot to go. People often do takeout here so the tables are wide open for some relaxing get-to-know-ya's. Service is always good here and my orders are almost always correct. Unlike certain chains (coughcough CHIPOTLE coughcough) the quality and portions don't vary depending on whether you order ahead or order in-store, so you can feel confident that you'll get the same quality + quantity even when you preorder on the web. The food is so fresh - e.g. the pitas are always very fluffy and taste like they were baked today. The chicken is *very* well marinated and you have the option to put a base of greens, Israeli cous cous, or both. The mix of toppings and flavors are really what sets this place apart from other lackluster pita shops. Namely, you can add any combination of hummus, a special spicy sauce called s'hug, tomato + cucumber salad, tabbouleh, cabbage, marinated eggplant, Mediterranean pickles, kalamata olives, feta, and roasted peppers. Plus the best part is that every entree is actually two to three meals. Two for my husband but three for me since I always get an overly stuffed bowl with a pita on the side. Something that might seem unimportant, but I think is a huge bonus, is the variety of drink options - everything from standard fountain sodas, pure leaf iced tea, stubborn sodas, Martinelli's apple juice, sparkling waters, life water, to even Starbucks bottled frappuccinos. The baklava is also pretty good - crunchy top layer with a nice taste of honey. Overall one of our favorite fast casual places of all time. read more

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One of the best spots for lunch in Pleasanton! The food, the portions, and the value of this place is amazing!! The bowl can feed 2-3 people with how much they give you. The falafel is freshly made and perfectly crispy. Their chicken is so flavorful. Every salad is great and the eggplant is to die for. The workers are always so nice and generous. Inside is very clean with lots of seating! I recommend this spot for everyone!! read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Stopped by for a half and half bowl (falafel and chicken shawarma). It was pretty good, with plenty of ingredients like vegetables, eggplant, hummus, some spicy sauce. The bowl comes over a bed of mixed greens and couscous. I was very full after my meal. Plenty of sit down spaces inside. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

This place is perfect for a quick and healthy bite! You pick your selections, and they prepare it right in front of you. I tried their chicken shawarma bowl, and they really load it up! If you enjoy spicy food, ask for the green sauce (can't remember the name), it's amazing! There's plenty of seating space, and the service is fast and friendly too! read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - All Natural Chicken Shawarma Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Easily two meals in one bowl! Food There's a variety of menu options ranging from pita wraps to bowls. It's a "build-your-own" concept with a variety of fresh vegetables, toppings, hummus, couscous, tahini, falafels, chicken, eggplant, etc. The prices start from $10.99+ and there are party platters available. If you sign up for rewards, there are occasional coupons and discounts offered throughout the year. The menu accommodates various dietary restrictions such as keto, pescatarian, vegetarian, etc. Highly recommend getting the Half and Half or Shawarma bowls. The portions are very generous and can easily be shared or eaten across two meals. Location Plenty of parking and easily accessible from the 580 freeway. read more

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We got catering from GEP for a work lunch and had the Mediterranean platter. Plus points: - The pita was still warm, soft and fluffy! - The hummus was nice and creamy. - Not much chicken in the order, but what we had was tasty with a nice grilled char and not dry! Not so great: - The Greek style eggplant was a bit bitter. Our two containers went almost untouched. - The tahini was very liquid-y and didn't taste like much. I was to try another Mediterranean joint, and GEP was solid. read more

Years have gone by and this place still holds up. This is the only place (that I know of) that you can get Israeli couscous in a fast food setting. It's so delicious and incredibly healthy, you can feel your body heal from eating all the healthy things they add. There's ~4 different sides of vegetables you can add and I generally load my bowl up with everything that is included in the base price. I wish they had a location in the South Bay (I think they did at one point, but it may have closed down?). This location in particular is definitely different though. The portions is just the way I like it. This is the kind of food that can sustain you the entire day, it's just jam packed with so many nutrients and fiber to hold you up. Their Baklava is decent too, though I try not to indulge too much. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Chicken Shawarma + Falafel bowl, completely loaded up with all the free toppings (delicious, get this) - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Very nice! We have stern standards for falafel, and this was truly outstanding: lightly crisped on the outside, fluffy but flavorful inside. Obviously extremely fresh. read more

I was passing through Pleasanton and found this wonderful restaurant. I tried the kid's tray which is a full meal. I had falafel, hummus, tahini, eggplant salad and cucumber salad. I highly recommend it. read more

If I had an Eatta Pita by me, I would go often - I love the concept of "______ Chipotle" because I like picking all the different things to go in my wrap, bowl, etc. And this is like Mediterranean Chipotle! You choose a base - either greens or couscous or both (I chose both); protein - either falafel or chicken shwarma or both (I chose both); 4 different salads - Taboulleh, cabbage, eggplant (I chose them all); and hummus and or spicy sauce - yes, please! There's an extra charge for roasted red peppers, olives and feta. I got the olives because I can never get enough olives. The resulting creation was a huge and tasty bowl of Mediterranean food. It wasn't the best I've ever had but it was a decent price and a lot of food. This is meant to be fast food but it's not as fast as chipotle - they don't quite have the efficiency down since certain parts of the steam table are hot and others are cold so they have to go back and forth. The indoor seating isn't particularly inspiring but there is some outdoor seating. read more

Stuffed doesn't even describe what I am after eating this entire thing!! Highly recommend getting all the fixings!! Especially the spicy hummus!! Chefs kiss!! The staff was very friendly and gave healing helpings of everything!! Worth the price!! Will absolutely be back.. very very soon!! read more

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Subway style Mediterranean place. For the amount of food you get it's a good price. Wish it was slightly cheaper with smaller portions. Can be a little sauce heavy (tahini + hummus + eggplant + smug). Love the smug hot sauce. Service is good and usually not too busy read more

Gotta Eatta Pita, you make a corporate girl's lunch dreams come true! GEP is like Chipotle to Mexican food - maybe it's not the most authentic, but it's sought out in its own right, and pretty dang healthy too. Hit: I opt for the falafel bowl because it ends up being so much food that I now have dinner or an afternoon snack! Miss: unlike most other BYO bowl places, there is no list of options or labels on the windows, making it difficult to understand what all of the sauces/sides are. Maybe do some research or order ahead if you're not familiar with Mediterranean food!! read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Falafel Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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Enjoyed the food. Pleased with finding the place my work lunch option. I chose Mixed half half Like a chipotle of pita bowls. Pick and choose what to add in - lots of veggies and sauces to add in. As a first timer i chose to select everything. Packed bowl and lots of different flavors I ordered online pick up and fast. I saw people lining up so glad i ordered a head Plenty of parking Casual dining/ fast food service vibe Lots of tables seating I chose to sit outside to bask on the sun read more

Food: Our most favorite place to go for simple Mediterranean dishes. We ordered one bowl with chicken shawarma (with hummus, our favorite eggplants, and other toppings -- you can choose from array of options) and two sides (falafels and pita bread). The taste didn't disappoint, it was always good! Chicken shawarma was so tasty, hummus had a hint of garlic which we liked, falafels were so fragrant and soft inside but crispy on the outside. The pita bread was the soft one (not the toasted pita bread), it was a bit dry on the inside but since we ate with bunches of stuff in the bowl (also the sauces) which had enough moisture then we didn't really mind it. Service: Friendly waiter! Accepted card as the payment method. Ambiance: It was so empty when we came, plenty of seats, but it was also like that last time we went there. Not sure if people prefer to order take out instead. Will definitely come back when we're in the area! read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Great food at a reasonable price. The setup is that you pick the items you want and pay for them. There's no table service. Food appeared healthy and tasted great. They do charge extra for olives and a few other items. I found don't go around closing given they maybe out of some items and they close pretty early on at 8pm. read more

I'm sooooo sorry!!! I meant to get more pics because I love this place! I work out here in Dublin and Gotta eat a pita is one of my go to spots but I was so hungry I ate it ALL before I remembered. So, okay! This place us set up kinda like Subway or Chipotle when you come in you tell them what you want and thry put it together right in front of you! I always get the half and half which is half falafel half chicken shawarma with cous cous,kalamata olives, eggplant tzatziki and ummm look man I just get everything because it's amazing! Lol my Mom is able to come here too and get the platter without the pitabread because she is gluten intolerant and they are always so very accommodating. They also have baklava. It's so good! read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - I Love this place - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

This is the perfect place to grab some lunch if you are looking for a budget-friendly, lightning quick, healthy, vegetarian, and economical option (though they have meat options too). Have only been here a few times, have always ordered the falafel bowl...it's so much more than a basic falafel bowl. In addition to the protein they include smoky eggplant, tabbouleh, tomato, onions, cucumber, and your choice of field greens or a starch. There's a whole bunch of other optional toppings as well that can be added in at no cost. Every time I go they are consistently good and generous with portions...so much so that you can easily get two meals out of what they give you. Plus it's probably the fastest time I've ever been in and out with lunch to go--less than 10 minutes every time. Friendly and efficient folks, plenty of room to eat there if you wish. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Falafel Bowl - comes with smoky eggplant! - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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I love how they pack the food so full on the box and how they are generous with the portion. All the food choices are good and not too over salted. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - All Natural Chicken Shawarma Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Gotta Eat Pita is a wonderful fast and healthy eat. It has the same set up as a Chipotle. Pick your base and you go down the line. The chicken in the bowl was delicious, it was soft and it was juicy. The couscous was also amazing, could eat a whole bowl of the couscous. The pita was great nice and tasty. The S'Hug was sour just like how I like it. The employees are also amazing. Great place to buy tasty, fast, and good food this is the place to come. read more

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This place deserves alllll the stars and some more! Omg what a find. Simply delicious Mediterranean bowls and wraps which are SO worth every penny! Pros: - Yummy fully packed bowls with absolutely delicious hummus and hot green sauce dressing - toppings are all super yummy! The olives are super salty so I'd skip it next time but that's not to eat they aren't good. - don't be fooled by the size of the bowls coz the ppl there pack it to the brim with all the free toppings - plenty parking and seating inside - pocket friendly too! Not overpriced Cons- There's none!!! Go get em pitas!! read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Shawarma bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Eating here feels like eating healthy. It's a good type of full without the bloat. Super EZ ordering for there or take out. Will do, and have done multiple times read more

Small little Mediterranean fast casual restaurant located in a strip mall. Set up is very similar to other fast casual restaurants kinda like chipotle. People commonly come here to order their bowls it seems like. My brother and I stopped here after we worked out and since I'm trying to cut back on meat all I got was a side order of the falafel while my brother got one of their bowls. The falafel was fresh and had a nice crisp on the outside. It came with two different sauces that were very tasty. A tasty road treat indeed. The servings for the bowls look pretty generous. It looks like I can easily have a nice full meal and have some left over for later. I don't live in the area but from what my brother said he's quite the regular at this place and I could understand why. I would definitely hit this place up if I was hungry and wanted something quick and relatively fresh and healthy. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Falafel 6 Pcs - order comes with 2 sauces - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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What a lovey experience. My husband enjoyed a loaded falafel pita and I enjoyed a falafel and shawarma bowl. The portions are extremely generous we could have shared a dish. If you enjoy fresh garden to table ingredients this is the place. The bowl was lined with a bed of lettuce and then topped with four different salads that included a scoop of eggplant, hummus, quinoa and cucumber. Honesty the salads were served enough, but the bowl did include falafel and chicken. Next time we will share a plate or I'll have delicious leftovers. The ladies working also have wonderful energy. It was pleasant to watch and listen to them greet everyone with a friendly smile. Thank you ladies! read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Pita box - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

We were looking for a great Falafel bowl in the area and stumbled upon this gem! Their food is REALLY good! Large servings that taste wonderful and are loaded with veggies, hummus and all that good healthy stuff! Everyone in our group loved it and we all were oohing and aahing while savoring the delicious food. AND, we went back the next week because we couldn't get enough of those Falafel Bowls! We will definitely be back here to try the other items on their menu pretty soon. read more

Super generous portions! The falafel was superrr fresh and crispy. Love the eggplant especially. Super quick service and clean store. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Chicken shawarma and falafel bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Great food. Huge portion. My go to every time I'm working in the area. Love this place!

It's a very pleasant meal and definitely different from your casual work lunch. I pretty much told them I'd like the chicken shawarma bowl and let me get everything on it and this is what I got. A bowl of happiness and full of flavor! This will definitely keep you running on full the rest of the work day which is good for me! It cost it little less than $16 which isn't bad but compared to other middle eastern restaurants that I've been too you can pay the same price and get a much more catered experience. Not that this is bad it just comes down to preference. It's definitely not a bad place to try! read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - All Natural Chicken Shawarma Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

This place has excellent food. Healthy and delicious. And I always want to eat it. But the problem is IT IS ALWAYS FREEZING COLD inside! It seems like the owner just doesn't want to use the AC system. So half of the time we just pass and go somewhere else just because of the uncomfortable dine-in experience! Take it to go and it's a 5-star situation. read more

Gotta Eatta Pita - Swarma bowl in the freezing cold dining room. - Mediterranean Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Loved the Falafel pita wrap here. The falafel was so fresh and great in taste. The side dips we're great too! They have ample seating space for small or large groups. Also parking was easily available. read more

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