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Famous Pita

September 26, 2025

Famous Pita, located at 1305A Broadway, Hewlett, NY, is a well-known spot in the Five Towns area for authentic Israeli and Mediterranean cuisine. Visitors often come here for the flavorful shawarma, crispy falafel, and freshly baked laffa bread prepared on-site. The restaurant has built a reputation for serving generous portions, freshly made salads, and a wide variety of sides that complement every dish. While experiences with customer service have been mixed, the quality of the food consistently stands out, making it a destination for those seeking rich flavors and authentic taste.

Services
Famous Pita offers a range of services to satisfy different types of customers:

  • Dine-in meals with a casual and family-friendly atmosphere.
  • Take-out and delivery options for those on the go.
  • Authentic Mediterranean specialties including shawarma, falafel, schnitzel, and kebabs.
  • Homemade laffa and pita bread baked daily.
  • A wide selection of fresh salads, spreads, and sides.
  • Multilingual staff, able to serve customers in English and Hebrew.

Menu

  • Shawarma: chicken, lamb, or beef, served in pita, laffa, or on a plate with sides.
  • Falafel: crispy outside and soft inside, served with hummus, tahini, and salads.
  • Schnitzel: golden breaded chicken cutlets.
  • Grilled kebabs: including chicken shish kebab and lamb skewers.
  • Salads and dips: hummus, tahini, charrif, pickles, Israeli salad, and more.
  • Sides: sweet potatoes, fries, and freshly baked bread.

Pros

  • Known for some of the best shawarma in New York, with authentic seasoning.
  • Fresh ingredients, generous portions, and homemade breads.
  • Wide variety of sides and salads that complete every meal.
  • Multilingual service accommodating diverse customers.
  • Clean environment and quick preparation, ideal for lunch or dinner.

Reviews

  1. “The shawarma pita was one of the best I’ve ever had, even better than some I tried in Israel. Fresh, flavorful, and authentic. Highly recommend.”
  2. “Amazing food with large portions. I loved the lamb shawarma and the salads were fresh. Definitely worth visiting, especially for lunch.”
  3. “The food is consistently excellent, from the falafel to the schnitzel. Everything is flavorful and portions are generous. My go-to spot in the Five Towns.”
  4. “Great taste and fresh ingredients. The laffa bread baked on-site was outstanding and paired perfectly with the shawarma.”
  5. “Food is absolutely delicious, but service can be inconsistent. Still, I come back for the authentic Mediterranean flavors.”