Went to visit a friend in their hometown and we stopped here for some good Pita Sandwiches. The restaurant has a really cool vibe to it with fun signs and decor. Once we were seated, I immediately knew what I wanted. I noticed the "Cheech and Chong" which consists of shaved sirloin, caramelized onions, smoked provolone, ranchero artisan chipotle topped with fried pickles. The others got the Grecian Pita. The sides were kettle chips and fries. When the food came out, it smelled delicious and looked very appealing. We all scarfed the food down quickly because it tasted so good. The meats were fresh and tender and the sauces were tasty and not overwhelming. The chips and fries all had a good crunch. Well done! read more

Pita Wheel - Cheech & Chong, Side Kettle Chips, Grecian, Side Fries - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

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Great place for dining. Found this place on Yelp when we are traveling through Gastonia to go to Anderson, SC. The restaurant was converted from an old Sinclair Gas Station. It was a popular place since we see patrons coming in and out nonstop. We both orders Gyro with cucumber salad as side. They were delicious and a great lunch option. Definitely a place worth for return visit when I am in this area. read more

Pita Wheel - Gyro (with cucumber salad) - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

Such a fun vibe at the Pita Wheel. We were staying nearby and always chose local when we can while traveling. Staff were very nice and friendly. The menu is fun and has something for everyone. My pina colada was amazing! It has soft serve in it. The pita bread was warm, soft, and fluffy. I could eat that alone! If you like onion rings don't miss them here! My daughter ordered a salad and it was huge! There is outdoor seating available as well. read more

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I had a great experience at pita wheel. This seems to be a staple in Gastonia! I ended up stopping by before a ghost pepper game and it did not disappoint. We were greeted by our server promptly & got to sit outside with live music!! The food was a plus, I forgot to take a photo but I got the cheech and Chong with fries and I would definitely order again!! The kettle chips were also so good!! read more

Pita Wheel - Menu - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

Highly recommend. The outdoor dining area can't be beat if you're looking for a chill, upbeat atmosphere, good people, and good food. They regularly have live music and as good of a place as any to watch sports. They have great wings and great burgers and they're reasonably priced. The service has always been excellent read more

Very fresh food. Home made sauces Casual and friendly. Nice outdoor patio with picnic tables and umbrellas Garage door open the inside to outside. They make really good drinks. Unique and fresh Very reasonable prices. The pitas are the stars here but everything is good Gyros is pretty authentic with the homemade tzatziki sauce The Reuben is good too. On street parking a favorite for locals. As good as the other locations read more

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We stopped by Pita Wheel after a trip to Crowders mountain. It was close to 60 degrees out and a sunny afternoon, so the patio was nearly full. We had our pup with us and were glad there were still some open tables. Our waitress was great and offered a bowl of water for our girl first thing. I had the Grecian chicken pita with sweet potato fries. The lettuce, tomato and tzatziki added a fresh taste to the pita. The opinions were good but saucy and made it a little messy. I'll leave them off next time. My husband had the Reuben and onion rings and really enjoyed both of them. (The onion rings were SO GOOD!! ) There was plenty of parking in the lot next door. We are glad to have stumbled across Pita Wheel and will make it a regular stop after hiking! read more

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Cool place, great food, awesome staff. I wish cooking quality was a little more consistent. Happily return!

My wife and I both had the gyros. They were delicious. She ordered the fries as a side, which were twice as much as she could eat. She said they were very fresh. Looking forward to go back. read more

The food and service were great! My issue is I was with a large party and only a couple of us were charged the gratuity fee in our bill and some weren't. Im also aware restraunts can charge gratuity fees to large parties and im fine with that. How this went down was what we all were not ok with. It started with someone seeing it on their bill and another person did not have it. The first person pays and they did not have the charge on their bill. The rest of us had to give our card to the waitress. She comes back and EVERYONE was charged 20% gratuity. It would've been fine but for me that did not have it on my bill gets my card and receipt back to see the waitress charge us the extra fee. I would've give a generous tip for how amazing the service went, but it was handled poorly and us to be told the manager did it. So no, I will not be returning to this location. Because if you did that to our party, I can't imagine you doing it to other parties. I only hope they paid attention like we did. For reference, my bill went from $30 to $42. read more

Awesome spot! The Epic Wrap is fantastic! The Steak and Cheese options are very solid too. Tasty Fries and Onion rings with "Chipotle Aioli" sauce. Good for young kids. My Son's favorite grilled cheese! read more

Pita Wheel - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

Pita Wheel is one of those places that keeps you coming back. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and made to order. Whether you're in the mood for a pita, burger, salad, drink or gyro, everything tastes high quality and packed with flavor. The staff is friendly, the restaurant is clean, and service is quick even when they're busy. Portions are generous, and there are plenty of healthy options without sacrificing taste. If you're looking for a great meal in Gastonia, Pita Wheel is definitely worth a visit. Consistently good food, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We'll absolutely be back! read more

We found two roaches in the restaurant. One crawling on the wall in the kitchen and one at the floor at our table, we ordered drinks and food and canceled our order maybe 5 minutes later. The staff tried to make us pay for our food when we didn't even eat it. We had to pay for drinks, no discount for the inconvenience. The waitress was quite rude to us after we asked to cancel the order because of the cockroaches. Will not be going to this establishment again. read more

Pita Wheel - Featuring one of the said roaches. - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

A nice food option for downtown Gastonia. In the space that was formerly a Sinclair gas station. It has a bar with several chairs where you can eat and get served. There are several tables and booths in the same area. Then there is another larger dining room with many tables of various sizes. Outside a very large covered patio area with picnic tables. It's very casual and a hang-out for the locals. A large HDTV over the bar and several smaller ones scattered throughout. This place has evolved from a food truck business with another location in Belmont. Evidently the Dallas, NC location didn't survive. I was with a group of four meeting up on a wet Friday evening in December before a show at the near-by Rooster music venue. The service was really good and I liked the various food options that lean toward greek food. They also have burgers and other sandwiches. It appears they have food and beverage specials. I had the Carolina Chipotle pita, the tase was OK but it was so wet from the sauce it fell apart before I could finish eating it. It looks like they have live music outside on the patio during the summer. read more

We door dashes pit wheel and it was just ok. We ordered the truffle fries and there was no truffle present just fries with parm. How ever they did leave a plastic piece in my pita... not impressed. read more

Pita Wheel - Plastic piece in my pita.... - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

I came here with a buddy for dinner this past Saturday evening and had a very good time. Live music and a delicious craft beer was perfect after a long day of traveling on the road. He recommended their traditional Gyro Sandwich plate and it was perfect! I love a good gyro and this one was on point! The broccoli salad was unlike any I had ever had before but it was good as well. The food took a while but it gave us more time to hang out and catch up after not seeing my buddy in a few years. We ate outside and it was super fun! Check it out! read more

This little place has such a cool vibe. Their food is really good, the atmosphere is very warm, & welcoming. Sit inside, sit outside, or opt for the bar area where the garage doors are open weather permitting. read more

This is definitely the local hangout spot. I got the Cheech & Chong and their beer special was $1 off all North Carolina beers on Monday. Very laid-back place with great staff, who is very friendly and chatty. They definitely made you feel like one of the locals! I substituted the onion rings for french fries and they were homemade but definitely pretty breaded. The Cheech and Chong was delicious and way more food than I could finish myself. Tons of great flavor and a place I will definitely be stopping in again. read more

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This was a fun laid back place. We chose it because it was near where we went hiking. It is a converted gas station. We stepped inside and were greeted right away and pleasantly. We choose to sit outside they have picnic tables that could use some updating. Drink and food order taken quickly. It was beautiful outside. They had a bar inside with TVs it is small but good place to get quick bite and watch the game. We ordered Chicago Reuben sandwich and Falafel sandwich with fries and sweet potato fries with sweet tea. The food was very good. We would go back. Our food was $32.91 our server Insley was great. read more

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Food was hot fresh and delicious. Server was informative friendly and attentive. The place is a old service station has a cool laid back vibe enjoyed will definitely go back read more

Great atmosphere to eat solo or bring friends! Food is delicious and awesome wait staff. Not to mention the drinks are on point! read more

Pita Wheel - Got the Main st burger with sweet potato fries. - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

I wanted to love this place......Ordered the chicken buffalo nachos and asked for Homemade Ranchero Sauce on the side. They still put it all over my nachos. Took them back so they can make a new one. bartender told me that they didn't, which is a fat lie. read more

Arrived around peak dinner time and there's free parking with convenient spaces close to the restaurant. Vibes have me a garage feel and laid back. The portions were huge! We ordered an order of wings, gyro pita, chicken pita, and a burger. Sauces were delicious and the sides were awesome. We got an order of truffle fries, onion rings, and sweet potato fries. Cons would have to be the chicken in the pita was extremely dry that it couldn't be swallowed without water. And there's only one bathroom for men's and women's. We were only trying to wash our hands and I think we tried to at least 5 times. Recommendation would be to add a sink outside? Service was great! read more

Pita Wheel - Chicken Pita with Sweet potato fries - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

This place has some of the best food! The food is so flavorful and they have so many options. Lots of incredible side items too! It's unique and has a large nice patio to enjoy downtown Gastonia. read more

Stopped for take out. Wish I could have stayed but I was by myself. It has a great vibe. You can sit inside or out. They have picnic tables outside. You see a bunch of people just hanging around enjoying the day. Young families to elderly couples. There is something for everyone. Try it if you are ever in the area. You will enjoy it. read more

This is the third time I have tried Pita Wheel, Gastonia, not by choice. First two times, I ordered chicken items and they were both severely dry. So, this time I tried the Gyro. I took a bite of it and the meat, if that's what you want to call it, was ice cold. I asked them to microwave it. Jokingly, I told everyone at the table; right now, everybody in the back is touching it. The manager, who was very apologetic and friendly, told me a few had touched it (LOL) and it was ice cold. And there was an issue with communication in the kitchen. The Gyro meat is actually prepackaged slices they most likely heat. She said a fresh one was being made, which was very appreciative. The only problem is, my sandwich came out after everybody packed up their leftovers. I picked at it, while we all talked and the meat is disgusting. A Gyro is supposed to be lamb. A steakum would have been better. The bill came out with my Gyro and I paid $15 for a pita bread with lettuce and tomato. They actually should have comped the sandwich and kept it. I gave it one star for the appetizers and one star for the trainee, Trinity. She was friendly and attentive to our seven party's requests. Filled drinks without even asking. Savannah, our server, took our orders and rarely came back to the table. She seemed annoyed and it wasn't even that busy. At the end of the meal, our appetizer trays were still on the table, making it very uncomfortable. Others at our table also had issues with their food. Chicken was burnt, hamburger was not hot, etc. Once a month, the girls from church go out for dinner and we are truly not picky, but this was actually ridiculous. read more

Emma was my server, she was very friendly and attentive. I tried the chicken pesto wrap with truffle fries, and it was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere is really cool, every song that played was nostalgic read more

I went to the Pita Wheel twice, within a seven day period, and enjoyed it both times. However, I did notice that the first time I ate there I got a smaller portion of onion rings, than I did the second time that I went there, but no biggie.There was a young lady that serviced me both times that I ate at this establishment. She was working during the mid day, lunch hour and she has brunette hair ( very sweet young lady). The portion size is great and the tea was delicious. The first time I ate at a Pita Wheel I ate outside, and one of the umbrellas almost hit me, but my awesome server caught it for me and the second time I visited this restaurant I ate inside with a friend. The atmosphere was cozy, and the staff very friendly, accommodating and helpful. If I had to complain about anything, it would be that the soft drinks tasted flat. read more

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My family and I were in Gastonia for a tennis event for my daughters and we stopped in to the Pita Wheel for dinner. First of all the service was great. Adi was our waitress and she was very nice and helpful. I didn't get a picture of everyone's meals but everyone was very pleased. I had the Cheech and Chong Pita. It was delicious! I couldn't finish it all. Fries were excellent! My only regret is that I didn't get the onion rings. I saw another patron with onion rings and immediately had FOMO. I'll be back to try them another day. The place is very cute with a little rustic vibe. They have indoor and outdoor seating which is always a nice option depending on the weather. We sat inside because it was a bit warm outside. They opened the large garage door when we were there and it kind of connects the indoors with the outdoors but didn't make it incredibly hot inside. It was like the best of both worlds. We'll be back. read more

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Food was really nice and well priced. The service was not great, I waited 30 minutes for my food and 10 minutes after the food my 1 Michelob Ultra I ordered when I sat down got to the table. read more

We had the best waitress her name was Kamryn. She was the most attentive and friendliest person. She made you feel special and important and that it was genuine not fake or that she was just going thru the motion. Because of her we be back . Elizabeth R. read more

The pet whale is always a fun place. It's a good time. Great outdoor seating. Good service good food.

Food was not up to par. Pita was dry no flavor very little meat or veggies. I had to throw it away. read more

Pita Wheel - Not what I expected. 20 plus dollars. Little meat or veggies - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

Wanted to "go vegetarian" for dinner so I ordered the fala(awful). Looked good but the falafel was so salty and had a weird aftertaste that I barely choked it down. They nailed the crunch but (Lord have mercy) the inside was a slice of hell. The Mac and cheese was decent and the Wisconsin apple cider was mighty tasty. The service was great and this duo made me forget how gut wrenching the falafel was. I would come back again but won't be trying this fried chickpea disaster. read more

Pita Wheel - Falafapita - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

This is a cool place to grab lunch. Nice outdoor seating and attentive wait staff. The food was good had the Philly pita and the falafel pita. Falafel tasted a little weird but it was ok. Wife loved the Philly pita. I'd go back ... they are a little tight with sauces and ketchup over there but that's minor stuff. read more

Pita Wheel - Patio - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

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DO NOT GO HERE!! If you're not a regular, your service will be non-existent!! Workers mingle instead of working!!! Waited Forever for a Coors light that cost $5!!! Atmosphere is that of a biker club in a small city!!! Bartenders are rude!!! read more

I've never had any problems with this restaurant it's always been great. Fried pickles are to die for

My favorite is the Rueben but today I ventured out for some nachos. They were good but the Rueben remains my #1. My friend ordered the Cheech & Chong, I t's always a good choice too. I can honestly say I've never had anything I didn't like. Oh and I mixed two beers today and it was delightful. There is a chalkboard with a mulititude of beers, ciders and sours, something for everyone and the mixed drinks are spot on as well, thanks to the amazing bar babes. You can't go wrong sitting at the bar. The service is always efficient. There is both indoor and outdoor space and your furries are welcome outside. Dog water bowls and water provided. read more

Pita Wheel - Buffalo Chicken Nachos - Cafes Near Me - Gastonia, North Carolina

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Obviously, as a fat man, I take food very seriously. If you ask anyone who knows me where my favorite restaurant is, they'll all tell you without hesitation that it's Pita Wheel in Gastonia. The servers are all incredibly friendly and helpful. They treat everyone like they're best friends. The food is always fresh, hot, and gets to the table quick. Everything on the menu is delicious (and when I say everything, I mean EVERYTHING. I've had it all) so you can't go wrong. My personal recommendations are the Fried Pickle Philly or the Southern Philly (and you can substitute chicken in place of the steak, which I often do), however the monthly specials are always incredible as well, so you HAVE to go more than once (I average at least once per week). There's plenty of room inside and out, so there's seldom a long wait for a table (although when the weather is nice, especially between April-September, the wait time can get up there, but that should attest to just how amazing Pita Wheel truly is). And make note; on Wednesdays and Saturdays there's live music starting at 6pm, so plan accordingly. (All pictures are from my Instagram. I may as well be their unofficial ambassador.) read more

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I placed a to go order for myself and three coworkers for lunch. It was ready in a timely manner and we got there at 11:30 AM for pick up. Our order was ready and we walked away chatting about if we should just sit outside and eat the meal there before heading back to the office. A worker stopped my coworker and told them we could not sit at the tables but could sit at the high tops on the edge. There are high tops with no back support and a thin ledge to hold your food. While he didn't question her statement, I'm wondering why this is the case. It was 11:30 AM on a Wednesday, there was one other guest and this establishment could easily serve sixty guests at once. We tipped on order, so I don't see why we would not be allowed to eat at the tables of the restaurant we just bought food from. If it was busy or outside food, I would understand. Seemed odd. On another note the wraps/sandwiches are good portions and tasty. However, their fries are not Parmesan/Truffle flavored at all. They are not crispy and rather soggy. I would eat here again based on the food but I would not based on the service. read more