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I stopped in for the first time and almost no one was here - I quickly learned as I listened to the DoorDash/Uber Eats/etc bell go off regularly and a constant stream of drivers were in to pick up orders that this was because most folks seem to order delivery from here. Service was friendly and when my dining companion and I ordered two things with wildly different cooking times, they asked how we'd like to handle the time discrepancy (we opted to have everything come out with the later of the two dishes). Everything was wonderful. I'm pretty sure I could put that garlic sauce on everything. Fast food vibe in the seating area with very bright lighting, if you're not into that and grabbing a soda from the cooler, join the crowd of folks having a driver stop in roughly every three minutes from one of the delivery apps.
TL;DR: Highly recommended. It's cozy, with friendly staff and incredible food. I will definitely be coming back. **Ambiance** This spot is a peaceful retreat in the midst of the bustling downtown area. The ambiance is delightful and I felt right at home as soon as I walked in. The dining area was tidy and the tables were nicely spaced out (check out the photos). **Service and Staff** The staff was incredibly welcoming and kind. The service was quick and we didn't have to wait long for our food. **Food** The food was absolutely delicious. With a large group, our meal was served family-style (see photos). We enjoyed a variety of lamb gyros, chicken shawarma, falafel, pita, hummus, tahini, yellow rice, and salad. Everything was served warm and tasted fantastic. Personally, the lamb gyro with a side of spicy red sauce was the standout. The lamb gyro was made with high-quality meat and had just the right amount of fat to be rich without being overly greasy. The chicken shawarma was perfectly seasoned and tender. The falafel was clearly made with care, with a crispy exterior and a soft, warm interior. **Overall** It was a fabulous dining experience. The meal was excellent, and I will definitely be returning. Highly recommend.
My boyfriend from Louisiana ordered me food from Ubereats from here. The order from Uber had some issues, and Uber wasn't helpful when he tried talking to them. He called the restaurant and was very understanding. Amazing service, and thank you so much to the Pita Dream team for helping my boyfriend put! We really appreciate it! Also, I got the dream platter with extra sauce. It was so good! I can't wait to try the other items that pita dream have on their menu! Must try spot in Syracuse!
The gyro platter was DELICIOUS!! I ordered my meal through Uber Eats, which was offering a buy 1 - get 1 deal. I was alone at a hotel and didn't need 2 meals that night, so I included a very weird request for them to package up the free meal and give it to my delivery driver. Not only did they oblige, they included a free order of baklava - which was DIVINE!! The Uber Eats driver was ecstatic and told me I had made his entire week. It felt so good to do something nice for someone who was truly helping me out. I was only in town for the night to catch a flight, and didn't have a rental car. The food was great!! Definitely check this place out if you're in the area. PS. Sorry there's no pic of the food. I ate it so fast I forgot to take a pic. Haha.
I truly enjoy the food here every time I come. The workers are always so friendly and welcoming. The food has a unique flavor and taste. This place is one of my favorite Mediterranean spots. Perfect spot to grab lunch or dinner! The dining area is a little small, but you can always take the food to go! Definitely will be coming back again!
Stopped in at 2 on a Wednesday after a recommendation from my roommate. As per usual with my reviews, I was the only patron in the restaurant. Seems like I only eat during off hours. Service was prompt and my food was ready in about 5 minutes. I ordered the lamb and beef pita with a bottle of water. Total came to 10.25 fair pricing for me. The pita was nice and soft with a good texture. I have to say the meat was the star of the dish, it wasn't brimming with meat, but what was there was quite tasty, I wish there was a bit more. The veggies seemed fresh and added a nice textural contrast to the rest of the dish. Easily one of the better pita's I've had in my time. Also, the presentation of the pita was quite pleasing, this thing looked exactly like it did on the menu. I will say this place is kind of a hole in the wall with an obvious focus on takeout. That's totally fine, just be aware that this isn't the spot to take a date or whatever. I'd like to try one of the platters next time I stop by. Good stuff, I'll be back in the near future.
Customer service was great from the owner who also works out front. Food was great, especially for the price!
You know when a restaurant has a couple of good dishes, and everything else is pretty ok? Yeah, that's not Pita Dream. Everything I've tried here is out of this world, and that's no exaggeration. I remember thinking to myself, the first time I ordered, "ok, this dream sauce is pretty banging, but I bet the pita bread or the rice will be ordinary." Some restaurants don't put a ton of effort into their vegetarian dishes or sides because they want to focus on their home runs. I didn't feel that way at all when I ordered from here. Each part of the meal was flavorful, warm, and perfectly textured. The falafel isn't dry, and the sauces (both the signature dream sauce and the homemade hot sauce) pack a wallop. The pita is super soft, and the rice is cooked perfectly. Here is a list of items I've tried so far: Falafel platter Fries with dream sauce Loaded dream fries, with falafel instead of chicken (feel free to ask for this! It's not advertised on the menu, but the staff recommends it for vegetarians.) Falafel wrap I'd order any of them again, and would love to see even more vegetarian options in the future. I'm sure the restaurant will innovate and try new dishes as they grow and thrive. Plus, I feel like they'd be down to experiment if I really wanted to try something new. The staff here is really nice, and the owner is really friendly to all customers. Extra kudos because they opened in the middle of a pandemic. Really hope Syracuse continues to show them love. One last tidbit- I know downtown parking intimidates a lot of folks. Since the shop is nestled down on Walton St, that's not usually a problem. Even pre-pandemic there were usually spots, and there's also a parking lot a few feet away.
Have not been back to this place in about a year and I don't know if we caught them on an off-day but the food has gone downhill. I got the dream platter and both the chicken and gyro meat was not very flavorful and was also dry. The rice was also dry and the salad that came with it was not flavorful at all. The garlic sauce also lacked flavor. Will he trying other places in the area before returning here.
Though new to Central New York, Pita Dream is not a new venture. Nas Saada got his start with a Halal food truck, Pita Paradise, in California. He sold it to his cousin in 2019, then moved to Florida, where Pita Dream came to life. Saada then moved to Syracuse and reopened Pita Dream with his brother Fahed in downtown Syracuse. The wife and I LOVE Mediterranean. Its some of our favorite food to eat, and we've tried every Mediterranean place in the city, so with all the rave reviews Pita Dream was getting, we knew we had to try it. I went with the Dream Fries, cause what doesn't sound great about topping fries with a bunch of delicious food and sauces? Wife chose the falafel platter. One thing we like about Pita Dream that is different from other Mediterranean places in that they still operate it almost like a food truck. Most stuff is made into platters for easy transportation over everything being separated into a ton of different sides. It transports well also, as we live about a half hour outside the city and everything was still hot and fresh when we got home. And everything was delicious. The chicken shwarma on top of the fries was great and the best part is the sauces. I dunno what the dream sauce is, but it's amazing, along with the tzatziki and garlic sauce. Wife really liked hers as well and they have some great falafel too. Employees are very nice, and chef Nas regularly comes out and talks to customers and thanks them. Prices are more than fair and portions are generous. Will definitely be back and recommend everyone give them a try.
You walk up to the counter and order. The girl taking my order was very cheerful and helpful when I asked her a question regarding the dream sauce. Had lunch today and chose the lamb pita with regular French fries with dream sauce on the side. The lamb pita was huge and stuffed with lamb, shredded lettuce and tomato's with a lot of Tahiti sauce. It really was tasty! The French fries were not great, not anything special but I did like the dream sauce. I would go back for the lamb pita.
Pita Dreams made my dream for a tasty Mediterranean meal come true! For my first time there, I got the dream platter to sample a bit of everything. The dream sauce was so light and refreshing- the perfect compliment. The chicken, lamb, beef meats were so warm and flavorful. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The pita was top notch and fresh. Can't wait to try more in the future!
Another great chicken and rice dish yet even more! Welcome to another takeout thursday! This week we have Pita Dream! I ordered the Dream Platter and boy was it a dream come true. Chicken, beef and lamb over rice with salad and sauce with two slices of pita over the top to soak up the juices! All for $15. I really feel like i got more than my money's worth, enjoyed the meal, and would go back hoping to try something else but would likely get this again because it was so good. Filling, flavorful, and Full sized. I ate about 3/4s and will have some more for tommorrow. read more
Our meal at Pita Dreams was delicious. I had one of the combo platters with beef and lamb. It is served on a bed of yellow rice, the meat on top with salad on the side and tzatziki sauce on top. You get a few pieces of nice soft pita bread as well. The falafel was a separate order. The falafel looks very dark but was perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. The meat was tender and moist and the salad was fresh. I did get a little extra sauce on the side. Ahmed, the chef was so friendly and took out orders at the counter, and food was delivered very quickly. read more
3 years ago
I stopped in for the first time and almost no one was here - I quickly learned as I listened to the DoorDash/Uber Eats/etc bell go off regularly and a constant stream of drivers were in to pick up orders that this was because most folks seem to order delivery from here. Service was friendly and when my dining companion and I ordered two things with wildly different cooking times, they asked how we'd like to handle the time discrepancy (we opted to have everything come out with the later of the two dishes). Everything was wonderful. I'm pretty sure I could put that garlic sauce on everything. Fast food vibe in the seating area with very bright lighting, if you're not into that and grabbing a soda from the cooler, join the crowd of folks having a driver stop in roughly every three minutes from one of the delivery apps. read more
1 year ago
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3 years ago
TL;DR: Highly recommended. It's cozy, with friendly staff and incredible food. I will definitely be coming back. **Ambiance** This spot is a peaceful retreat in the midst of the bustling downtown area. The ambiance is delightful and I felt right at home as soon as I walked in. The dining area was tidy and the tables were nicely spaced out (check out the photos). **Service and Staff** The staff was incredibly welcoming and kind. The service was quick and we didn't have to wait long for our food. **Food** The food was absolutely delicious. With a large group, our meal was served family-style (see photos). We enjoyed a variety of lamb gyros, chicken shawarma, falafel, pita, hummus, tahini, yellow rice, and salad. Everything was served warm and tasted fantastic. Personally, the lamb gyro with a side of spicy red sauce was the standout. The lamb gyro was made with high-quality meat and had just the right amount of fat to be rich without being overly greasy. The chicken shawarma was perfectly seasoned and tender. The falafel was clearly made with care, with a crispy exterior and a soft, warm interior. **Overall** It was a fabulous dining experience. The meal was excellent, and I will definitely be returning. Highly recommend. read more
2 years ago
My boyfriend from Louisiana ordered me food from Ubereats from here. The order from Uber had some issues, and Uber wasn't helpful when he tried talking to them. He called the restaurant and was very understanding. Amazing service, and thank you so much to the Pita Dream team for helping my boyfriend put! We really appreciate it! Also, I got the dream platter with extra sauce. It was so good! I can't wait to try the other items that pita dream have on their menu! Must try spot in Syracuse! read more
3 years ago
The gyro platter was DELICIOUS!! I ordered my meal through Uber Eats, which was offering a buy 1 - get 1 deal. I was alone at a hotel and didn't need 2 meals that night, so I included a very weird request for them to package up the free meal and give it to my delivery driver. Not only did they oblige, they included a free order of baklava - which was DIVINE!! The Uber Eats driver was ecstatic and told me I had made his entire week. It felt so good to do something nice for someone who was truly helping me out. I was only in town for the night to catch a flight, and didn't have a rental car. The food was great!! Definitely check this place out if you're in the area. PS. Sorry there's no pic of the food. I ate it so fast I forgot to take a pic. Haha. read more
I truly enjoy the food here every time I come. The workers are always so friendly and welcoming. The food has a unique flavor and taste. This place is one of my favorite Mediterranean spots. Perfect spot to grab lunch or dinner! The dining area is a little small, but you can always take the food to go! Definitely will be coming back again! read more
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Fahed S.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that…
Stopped in at 2 on a Wednesday after a recommendation from my roommate. As per usual with my reviews, I was the only patron in the restaurant. Seems like I only eat during off hours. Service was prompt and my food was ready in about 5 minutes. I ordered the lamb and beef pita with a bottle of water. Total came to 10.25 fair pricing for me. The pita was nice and soft with a good texture. I have to say the meat was the star of the dish, it wasn't brimming with meat, but what was there was quite tasty, I wish there was a bit more. The veggies seemed fresh and added a nice textural contrast to the rest of the dish. Easily one of the better pita's I've had in my time. Also, the presentation of the pita was quite pleasing, this thing looked exactly like it did on the menu. I will say this place is kind of a hole in the wall with an obvious focus on takeout. That's totally fine, just be aware that this isn't the spot to take a date or whatever. I'd like to try one of the platters next time I stop by. Good stuff, I'll be back in the near future. read more
2 years ago
Customer service was great from the owner who also works out front. Food was great, especially for the price! read more
You know when a restaurant has a couple of good dishes, and everything else is pretty ok? Yeah, that's not Pita Dream. Everything I've tried here is out of this world, and that's no exaggeration. I remember thinking to myself, the first time I ordered, "ok, this dream sauce is pretty banging, but I bet the pita bread or the rice will be ordinary." Some restaurants don't put a ton of effort into their vegetarian dishes or sides because they want to focus on their home runs. I didn't feel that way at all when I ordered from here. Each part of the meal was flavorful, warm, and perfectly textured. The falafel isn't dry, and the sauces (both the signature dream sauce and the homemade hot sauce) pack a wallop. The pita is super soft, and the rice is cooked perfectly. Here is a list of items I've tried so far: Falafel platter Fries with dream sauce Loaded dream fries, with falafel instead of chicken (feel free to ask for this! It's not advertised on the menu, but the staff recommends it for vegetarians.) Falafel wrap I'd order any of them again, and would love to see even more vegetarian options in the future. I'm sure the restaurant will innovate and try new dishes as they grow and thrive. Plus, I feel like they'd be down to experiment if I really wanted to try something new. The staff here is really nice, and the owner is really friendly to all customers. Extra kudos because they opened in the middle of a pandemic. Really hope Syracuse continues to show them love. One last tidbit- I know downtown parking intimidates a lot of folks. Since the shop is nestled down on Walton St, that's not usually a problem. Even pre-pandemic there were usually spots, and there's also a parking lot a few feet away. read more
5 years ago
Have not been back to this place in about a year and I don't know if we caught them on an off-day but the food has gone downhill. I got the dream platter and both the chicken and gyro meat was not very flavorful and was also dry. The rice was also dry and the salad that came with it was not flavorful at all. The garlic sauce also lacked flavor. Will he trying other places in the area before returning here. read more
Though new to Central New York, Pita Dream is not a new venture. Nas Saada got his start with a Halal food truck, Pita Paradise, in California. He sold it to his cousin in 2019, then moved to Florida, where Pita Dream came to life. Saada then moved to Syracuse and reopened Pita Dream with his brother Fahed in downtown Syracuse. The wife and I LOVE Mediterranean. Its some of our favorite food to eat, and we've tried every Mediterranean place in the city, so with all the rave reviews Pita Dream was getting, we knew we had to try it. I went with the Dream Fries, cause what doesn't sound great about topping fries with a bunch of delicious food and sauces? Wife chose the falafel platter. One thing we like about Pita Dream that is different from other Mediterranean places in that they still operate it almost like a food truck. Most stuff is made into platters for easy transportation over everything being separated into a ton of different sides. It transports well also, as we live about a half hour outside the city and everything was still hot and fresh when we got home. And everything was delicious. The chicken shwarma on top of the fries was great and the best part is the sauces. I dunno what the dream sauce is, but it's amazing, along with the tzatziki and garlic sauce. Wife really liked hers as well and they have some great falafel too. Employees are very nice, and chef Nas regularly comes out and talks to customers and thanks them. Prices are more than fair and portions are generous. Will definitely be back and recommend everyone give them a try. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
You walk up to the counter and order. The girl taking my order was very cheerful and helpful when I asked her a question regarding the dream sauce. Had lunch today and chose the lamb pita with regular French fries with dream sauce on the side. The lamb pita was huge and stuffed with lamb, shredded lettuce and tomato's with a lot of Tahiti sauce. It really was tasty! The French fries were not great, not anything special but I did like the dream sauce. I would go back for the lamb pita. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Pita Dreams made my dream for a tasty Mediterranean meal come true! For my first time there, I got the dream platter to sample a bit of everything. The dream sauce was so light and refreshing- the perfect compliment. The chicken, lamb, beef meats were so warm and flavorful. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The pita was top notch and fresh. Can't wait to try more in the future! read more
3 years ago
As an Arab myself, this place is the real deal! Everything tasted very authentic and fresh. Whatever the sauce is on top is like the best thing I've ever tasted. This place is a must try! read more
My girlfriend and I love Mediterranean food, and today, Pita Dream was next on the very long list of places to try. We ordered the Dream Platter and the Chicken Platter for entrées. We wanted to cover as much of what they offer as we could, so we added the Loaded Dream Fries, a side of Hummus with Pitas, a side of Falafel, and all the sauces. Neither of us could part from our platter selections, so we asked for a side of Kafta for good measure. This was a lot of food for two of us, but nobody's complaining about a ton of delicious leftovers. The platters were a perfect combination of well seasoned meat, rice, lettuce, onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Most of the extra sauce we had went into these, and the hot sauce took it the furthest. The pitas were thin, dry, and soft. The Loaded Dream Fries were plenty loaded. Their crinkle cut fries make an excellent load bearing foundation that reheated just fine the next day. The flavors of the meat, veggies, and dream sauce stack to create a very rich and thorough taste. I'll never order from here without getting this. I'm glad we tried the Kafta. It was tender and had a richness exceeding any place I've been to so far. No complaints on the falafel either - moist on the inside, great texture, subtle taste. For the sauces, we ordered sides of tahini, hot, garlic, and dream sauce. The hot sauce is chili garlic sauce. It packs a decent punch, and I recommend a full side of it per entrée to get the most of it. The tahini is thin, a pretty standard building block of flavor. The dream sauce is zesty and holds its own. It went well on everything we put it on. The garlic sauce was a disappointment. There are Mediterranean restaurants I've gone back to just for the garlic sauce, so we felt let down when this one completely bland. Thankfully this meal held up fine without it. I'd gladly return any time. read more
2 years ago
First time stopping in and the staff were so friendly and inviting! It was slow but there was a good amount of third party orders coming in. I got the #10 Chicken Shawarma Pita and a side of fries. The pita was DELICIOUS!! It was in a bag for 15-20 minutes and still was the best meal I've had in a while. The fries were softer from sitting but still good and had an amazing zesty seasoning on it. Definitely not my last time coming here. read more
5 years ago
Got take out from Pita Dream and it was delicious! Every part of the meal was good and didn't feel like a filler. Would definitely return again! read more
The best falafel I have had in Syracuse by far. This food was amazing, fresh, and flavorful. I got the falafel platter and my friend got the chicken platter and they were both amazing. Give this place a try. On Grubhub, fast delivery. read more
6 years ago
Ordered take out tonight from Pita Dream. It was ready super fast I live about 5 mins from there so it was quick! Ordered the dream fries, gyro platter and chicken platter. Now here's where y'all are gonna hate me. I didn't really care for the dream fries. The chicken was great, sauce was great, but the crinkle cut fries.. not a fan. Other then that the food was good. Could have used more pita in bigger size pieces so you could scoop better. I might go here again. read more
4 years ago
Wow. The pita platter from here was absolutely amazing. Probably the best I've ever had. The meat was so tender and juicy. I love the sauces as well. The rice was super flavorful. I literally licked the plate. The side of falafel was so good too! Will definitely be coming here again. read more
4 years ago
Love this place. Great people and food as always. The dream sauce is amazing food hot and seasoned perfectly. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
The staff makes this place special. The people who work here are attentive and very kind! They offered us a new sauce they developed too, which was really good with fries (given as a side with a gyro). The staff here went out of their way to make sure the customer had a good experience. Although the seating is fast casual- the staff the brought food to you and asked if you needed anything several times. You can tell they take good care to the food and customer experience. The food did not disappoint. It was filling, delicious, and crafted beautifully. The falafel was fresh and crisp, and the meat was tender and flavorful. Both the platter and the gyro had good portions and were reasonably priced. Can't wait to try more! read more
2 years ago
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Hi Joseph. Thank you for giving us a try and sharing your experience…
3 years ago
I would describe it better as pita nightmare. I was there twice while I visited, so not a one off. Its run by child labor...no one over 17 years old...good tactic so you can't yell at anyone. Also, your labor is extremely low. However no MOD, means no culpability. i was charged $7.62 for a 2 liter of Diet Coke because no one on property knew how to charge it The "white sauce" is a shitty garlic aioli. Basically pure mayo To the owner, white sauce is yogurt, cumin & milk at its simplest. NEVER heard of mayo in it. Salad & falafel are good but take 10 minutes to get...that means the proteins are oven baked & they are reheating it. Not spit roasted as is per the menu description as "gyro" Ask your cheesesteak neighbor how this worked out..trick question, he closed DO YOU UNDERSTAND I ate a salad from you on Saturday after working out for 2 hours & couldn't move. After gettinga side of your "white sauce" tonight I understand. It's pure 100% Mayo. By that metric a big mac is less calories. Just so you can save labor I hope this review takes business away from you Owners can answer..please go ahead All the beautiful pictures of salads laced, you can tell it's straight mayo by how it's so tight. REAL WHITE SAUCE is loose, it dosent hold like that. I was sick too my stomach because I ate an F-in salad which as it turns out has more calories than a McDonald's combo Meal read more
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