Popular Pita Chain To Open UWS Location, Report Says

UPPER WEST SIDE, NY — A pita chain that draws long lines at its outpost in Chelsea Market is set to open a second location on the Upper West Side, according to reports.

Miznon, started by one of Israel's top chefs Eyal Shani, has secured a space on West 72nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam avenues, Eater New York first reported. Rumors about the chain opening in the neighborhood have been churning recently, but a set location was not announced until Tuesday.

The report did not specify when Miznon is expected to open.

Shani first brought Miznon to the United States — it was founded in Tel Aviv, Israel — in 2018 with an opening in the Chelsea Market, Eater reported. The restaurant also has locations in Paris, Vienna and Melbourne, according to its website.

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Miznon offers a wide variety of pita sandwiches that range in price from $8 for simpler offerings such as egg, sour cream and vegetables to nearly $15 for a more packed pita featuring rib eye steak, spicy peppers and tomato salsa. The menu also offers small plates, dinner-sized portions and cocktails.

If the Upper West Side location mirrors the Chelsea Market one, diners will place orders at a counter and then have their meal delivered to their chosen seat.

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