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The Pita Man

97 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia

Recommended by 64 people

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97 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia

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+61 3 7038 0102
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Pita Man

Puffy, steaming pita baked in an open kitchen anchors this Caulfield North counter, packed tight with crisp falafel, fried eggplant, and silky hummus. Patrons head here for the street-food rhythm—watching dough puff on the line before tucking into an overstuffed sabich with tahini and pickles, or taking home warm stacks of freshly bagged flatbread for the pantry. Compartmentalised Israeli bento boxes keep lunchtime crisp and ordered, while plates arrive loaded with spiced chips and fish shawarma.

  • Open Pita Kitchen: Dough is rolled, puffed, and loaded on the spot right before your eyes.
  • Israeli Bento Box: Compartmentalised meal trays pack crispy falafel, dips, and warm flatbread for an easy lunch.
  • Bakery Packs to Go: Freshly baked stacks are bagged at the counter to stock your home freezer.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Diners Choose The Pita Man

From fresh pita baked on the spot to take-home packs and catered platters, see why diners choose The Pita Man.

  • Generous, Freshly Packed Pita Pockets

    Freshly made pita pockets packed generously with falafel, sabich, or fish shawarma provide a hearty, filling meal.

    Really fair price and one pocket is super filling!

    Emily Cox

  • Structured Israeli Bento Boxes

    Full Israeli bento boxes combine creamy hummus, falafel, and distinct Middle Eastern components in a tidy compartmentalized format.

    Ordered the bento Israeli box. 10/10 absolutely loved it, very clean, packed lots of different flavours.

    Angelique video

  • Open Kitchen Pita Baking

    Patrons can watch the fresh pita-making and cooking process happen firsthand in an open kitchen layout.

    Also you can watch the process of making pita.

    Russ Yeo Joon Yoon

  • Authentic Street-Food Atmosphere

    Warm, fluffy bread and authentic recipes recreate the nostalgic flavors, textures, and sounds of Israeli street food stands.

    the guys managed to capture the israeli experiance to the dot. the smells, textures, flavours and sounds.it took me back...

    Assaf Stizki

  • Take-Home Fresh Pita Packs

    Fresh bagged pitas and house-made dips are readily available to purchase directly off the counter for effortless meals at home.

    You can even buy fresh pita packages on the spot, which is perfect if you want to pretend you’re “just picking up bread” while secretly planning your next falafel mission.

    Ben Kotlar

  • Seamless Event & Wedding Catering

    Shared platters and custom event setups accommodate dietary needs seamlessly for weddings and private celebrations.

    The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and they catered so thoughtfully to all of our dietary requirements.

    Nicole

Signature fresh-baked pita pockets and specialty boxes

  • Falafel Pita Pocket

    had a incredible falafel pita pocket!! Loved all the combination of flavours, fresh herbs, pickled veggies and good amount of sauce.

    Emily Cox

  • Sabich in a Pita

    I had the sabich in a pita, and it was seriously delicious. Fresh pita, authentic flavours, generous filling, and that proper Middle Eastern street food feeling.

    Ben Kotlar

  • Israeli Bento Box

    Ordered the bento Israeli box. 10/10 absolutely loved it, very clean, packed lots of different flavours.

    Angelique video

  • Fish Shawarma Pita

    The fish shawarma pita is my go-to, especially with some red cabbage on top.

    Liel Daniel

Other favorites

Sides, house dips, and specialty drinks

  • Hummus Plate

    Don’t skip the hummus plate – it’s always on point.

    Liel Daniel

  • Pita Chips

    don’t even get me started on the pita chips - they may be the best thing I’ve ever eaten

    Alison Davis

  • Side Chips

    Had the side chips which was also extremely generous that it was able to feed two and were cooked perfect with amazing seasoning.

    Sylvia

  • Grape Juice

    Also addicted to this grape juice they sell (I wish I could buy this in bigger bottles), see pic.

    H S

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hospitality details experienced at The Pita Man

  • Curbside Assistance for Parents

    When a customer was juggling a baby, the staff went above and beyond by carrying their food order out and placing it directly into their car.

  • Staple-Sealed Delivery Packaging

    Delivery orders arrive securely sealed with staples across the bag, ensuring your meal remains completely protected and untouched in transit.

  • Fresh Bakery Take-Home Packs

    Take-home packaged pita bread can be purchased directly over the counter fresh on the spot alongside dips and falafels for home meals.

  • Open Kitchen Bread-Making View

    The dining space is arranged around an open kitchen where diners can watch the fresh dough baking and pita-making process unfold.

Before you head over

Helpful advice on queues, take-home staples, and ordering options based on customer visits.

  • Expect peak-time lines

    Peak times can bring a wait to order, with patrons waiting up to 25 minutes, but the line moves smoothly and is well worth the time.

  • Pick up retail pitas and staples to go

    Before leaving, grab take-home packs of fresh bakery pitas, house dips, and air-fryer-ready falafels straight from the counter.

  • Opt for the Israeli Bento Box

    If you want a multi-dish spread rather than a standard pita sandwich, the compartmentalized Israeli Bento Box neatly packages varied components.

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