Pita & Basil
Mediterranean · Manhattan Beach
About Pita & Basil
Located in beautiful Manhattan Beach, Pita & Basil offers a delicious and convenient dining experience. With a rating of 4.8 stars from 25 reviews, we're dedicated to serving quality meals with options for everyone. Enjoy our fresh flavors through dine-in, takeout, or no-contact delivery. We are whe...
Located in beautiful Manhattan Beach, Pita & Basil offers a delicious and convenient dining experience. With a rating of 4.8 stars from 25 reviews, we're dedicated to serving quality meals with options for everyone. Enjoy our fresh flavors through dine-in, takeout, or no-contact delivery. We are wheelchair accessible, offering accessible entrances and parking. Whether you're looking for a quick bite at lunch or a casual meal, we're open seven days a week with extended hours Monday through Saturday (11AM-8PM) and Sunday (11:30AM-7PM). We accept credit cards for your convenience.
What Customers Say About Pita & Basil
Pita & Basil is highly recommended for fresh, flavorful Mediterranean food, often compared to a higher-quality Cava. Customers rave about the generous portions, friendly staff (Brianna and Maria mentioned), and homemade taste. The only complaint is the plastic packaging.
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Tip: Try the pita sandwich or a bowl, and don't miss the jalapeño cilantro sauce. Note they are closed on weekends.
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Pita & Basil Manhattan Beach Reviews
I’ve been waiting months for this location to open and I got lunch there today. It was everything I hoped it would be. Flavorful, delicious Mediterranean food through and through. I got their pita wrap with chicken and it was awesome. That basil chimichurri? Chef’s kiss. And don’t even get me started on those falafel, some of the best I’ve ever had. You can really taste the herbs in them and it’s incredible. The service was great too, super nice staff. I took it to go but the location is decorated really nicely, good atmosphere. 5/5, definitely gonna be a repeat customer.
The gyro bowl was fresh, flavorful, and filling. The sauces were topnotch, especially the jalapeño cilantro. Next time, I’ll definitely get a side of sauce too! The dining area was clean, and the staff very friendly and welcoming. Overall, a great experience.
I’ve been waiting months for this location to open and I got lunch there today. It was everything I hoped it would be. Flavorful, delicious Mediterranean food through and through. I got their pita wrap with chicken and it was awesome. That basil chimichurri? Chef’s kiss. And don’t even get me started on those falafel, some of the best I’ve ever had. You can really taste the herbs in them and it’s incredible. The service was great too, super nice staff. I took it to go but the location is decorated really nicely, good atmosphere. 5/5, definitely gonna be a repeat customer.
The gyro bowl was fresh, flavorful, and filling. The sauces were topnotch, especially the jalapeño cilantro. Next time, I’ll definitely get a side of sauce too! The dining area was clean, and the staff very friendly and welcoming. Overall, a great experience.
Massive portion sizes of homecooked Mediterranean wraps. Think like Mediterranean chipotle. Great value
Pita and Basil is the best Mediterranean food place in the South Bay. I used to be a fan of Cava, but after coming here, the quality is just on another level. Everything tastes fresh, natural, and clean. It really feels like the food is coming from your own kitchen. They use real olive oil, and you can taste the difference. It makes the food richer and more authentic. The staff is always kind, helpful, and welcoming. They take their time and make you feel comfortable. It’s honestly a happy place. Highly recommend.
I’m so grateful this place opened where it did! I frequently visit Pure Bean next door and have been wishing for more gluten free food options nearby. The people here are so kind and I’ve never had any issues as someone who can’t have gluten or dairy. The bowls are filling and flavorful, but it’s also nice to have the option to make a “less flavorful” bowl for my toddler by omitting sauces and toppings that she doesn’t like. Can’t recommend it enough! Family friendly, allergy friendly, and delicious!
The person incharge was very sweet . Helped us to place the order. The staff is very friendly. The food was good . The falafel was air fryed. ( I loved it !). Will definitely visit the place the next time we are around .
The food is super good here and the portions are amazing. Very vibey place and the staff are all very warm and welcoming. Brianna and Maria are awesome and the owner is lucky to have such a great staff
Had the falafel wrap two days in a row for lunch, it was delicious. Fresh ingredients, good portions and nice people running it.
Second time going there, food is soooo good, nice quiet place, owner very courteous and friendly, let me try a couple of things, definitively wife and I going back for more good food 👍👍👍💯💯💯
It’s like a locally owned Cava, but higher quality ingredients. Super nice staff and owners. We will be back frequently. The gyro beef / lamb is awesome
This is one of those places where the owners remember every customer , and the emphasis is on quality over margin. Always treat my daughter like a star. Best pita place in the southbay by a mile . Do yourself a favor and try it out .
Excellent fresh healthy food, great friendly service. I wish there wasn’t so much plastic packaging (prefer chipotle style compostable bowls) but everything else was really good and excited to have this place in my neighborhood!
Amazing new addition to the southbay! Such good flavors of meat and amazing sauces, love that they don't use any seed oils either - will definitely make this my new staple
We were heading to Cava when we saw this place, glad we made the stop! Very high quality, fresh & family owned. We’ve been desperately needing more fast casual, healthy options!!
The guy working here is awesome the food is delicious and if you have a problem with anything YOU order than that is on you but seriously every bite was incredible and would a hundred percent come back just for the food 100/10!!!
Amazing food for a good price. Good quality, taste and service. Highly recommend if you want a clean Mediterranean bowl.
Best hummus I’ve ever had really good size portions incredible flavor, unbeatable
Massive portion sizes of homecooked Mediterranean wraps. Think like Mediterranean chipotle. Great value
Had the falafel wrap two days in a row for lunch, it was delicious. Fresh ingredients, good portions and nice people running it.
Great spot for a quick and healthy food option!! Got a bowl and it was very filling and yummy!
Everything was great. I don't even write reviews but this definitely deserved one. Only thing missing is some music, very quite in there.
The food is super good here and the portions are amazing. Very vibey place and the staff are all very warm and welcoming. Brianna and Maria are awesome and the owner is lucky to have such a great staff
Best hummus I’ve ever had really good size portions incredible flavor, unbeatable
Amazing new addition to the southbay! Such good flavors of meat and amazing sauces, love that they don't use any seed oils either - will definitely make this my new staple
Very nice staff. Didn’t see an option to tip but the service (and food quality) merited a good review.
The person incharge was very sweet . Helped us to place the order. The staff is very friendly. The food was good . The falafel was air fryed. ( I loved it !). Will definitely visit the place the next time we are around .
We were heading to Cava when we saw this place, glad we made the stop! Very high quality, fresh & family owned. We’ve been desperately needing more fast casual, healthy options!!
I’m so grateful this place opened where it did! I frequently visit Pure Bean next door and have been wishing for more gluten free food options nearby. The people here are so kind and I’ve never had any issues as someone who can’t have gluten or dairy. The bowls are filling and flavorful, but it’s also nice to have the option to make a “less flavorful” bowl for my toddler by omitting sauces and toppings that she doesn’t like. Can’t recommend it enough! Family friendly, allergy friendly, and delicious!
Highly recommend. Cava/chipotle style for Mediterranean food that is clean and tastes truly homemade.
This is one of those places where the owners remember every customer , and the emphasis is on quality over margin. Always treat my daughter like a star. Best pita place in the southbay by a mile . Do yourself a favor and try it out .
Excellent fresh healthy food, great friendly service. I wish there wasn’t so much plastic packaging (prefer chipotle style compostable bowls) but everything else was really good and excited to have this place in my neighborhood!
It’s like a locally owned Cava, but higher quality ingredients. Super nice staff and owners. We will be back frequently. The gyro beef / lamb is awesome
Amazing food for a good price. Good quality, taste and service. Highly recommend if you want a clean Mediterranean bowl.
I love this place. It’s like a Mediterranean Subway. Pick your protein, vegetables, sauces. Way better than most pita places in the area. Staff is friendly and attentive. Only negative I can come up with is they’re closed on the weekends. I really want these guys to succeed. So I’ll just say highly recommended.
Pita sandwich is really good, got that the first time I went and loved it…would have given five stars but they forgot like half my toppings when I ordered a bowl recently. Definitely stick with the pita sandwich next time
Pita sandwich is really good, got that the first time I went and loved it…would have given five stars but they forgot like half my toppings when I ordered a bowl recently. Definitely stick with the pita sandwich next time
I love this place. It’s like a Mediterranean Subway. Pick your protein, vegetables, sauces. Way better than most pita places in the area. Staff is friendly and attentive. Only negative I can come up with is they’re closed on the weekends. I really want these guys to succeed. So I’ll just say highly recommended.
Hubby and I ordered to go. We both got bowls. I asked for half and half, chicken and falafel. I also opted for the pita that comes in the bowl as a choice. I got neither the falafel or the pita. Only discovered this once we got home. Really unfortunate, but the food is really tasty. Double check your order before heading home yall.
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1145 Artesia Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
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