spitz story
Two kids.
One obsession.
Zero sad meals.
What started as a craving for real Mediterranean street food in America turned into something bigger. Way bigger.
our origins
It Started with a Spit.
Not the rude kind — the rotating, fire-kissed, flavor-dripping kind.
Two college kids from Minnesota and Utah had a problem: the bold, from-scratch Mediterranean street food you could find on every corner in Europe didn't exist in America. So they built it.
Named after the classic vertical broiler that slow-cooks proteins to perfection, Spitz brought the flavors of the streets — döner, falafel, handmade sauces — and dropped them into a fast, affordable, no-reservations format that didn't exist yet.
That was 2006. Before "fast casual" was a thing. Before anyone was putting street art on restaurant walls or craft beer next to a döner wrap.
We were early. And we were hungry.
Two college kids from Minnesota and Utah had a problem: the bold, from-scratch Mediterranean street food you could find on every corner in Europe didn't exist in America. So they built it.
Named after the classic vertical broiler that slow-cooks proteins to perfection, Spitz brought the flavors of the streets — döner, falafel, handmade sauces — and dropped them into a fast, affordable, no-reservations format that didn't exist yet.
That was 2006. Before "fast casual" was a thing. Before anyone was putting street art on restaurant walls or craft beer next to a döner wrap.
We were early. And we were hungry.
meet the team
no sad options
spitz hits different
It's Casual Done Right
Handcrafted, cool, and completely original
We built Spitz in the gap. Between fast food that's fast but forgettable, and sit-down spots where you wait 45 minutes for a $22 salad. We thought: why can't you have real food, made from scratch, served quick, in a place you actually want to hang out? Turns out, you can.
Everyone's Favorite Local Hang.
BOLD MED FLAVOR - FROM SCRATCH
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High Vibes, Low Ego, No BS.
no sad options
the food
Nobody Settles at Spitz
Spitz is Mediterranean street food with an edge. Döner wraps. Falafel bowls. Handmade sauces you'll want to drink. Every dish is built from scratch with the freshest ingredients — the way it's done on the streets of Berlin, Istanbul, and Tel Aviv.
Plant-based bangers you'll actually crave. Gluten-free bowls and vegan wraps that aren't a backup plan. Falafel worth falling for — again. And for the meat lovers? Award-winning classics that always deliver. Different vibes. Same obsession. No sad options — for anyone at the table.
Plant-based bangers you'll actually crave. Gluten-free bowls and vegan wraps that aren't a backup plan. Falafel worth falling for — again. And for the meat lovers? Award-winning classics that always deliver. Different vibes. Same obsession. No sad options — for anyone at the table.
the best local hang
the vibe
We don't do cookie-cutter. Every location is designed to reflect its neighborhood — local art on the walls, hand painted murals, a vibe that belongs where it lives. The only thing that's the same everywhere? The vibe.
Street Art
Curated murals and local artists in every location.
Games
Arcade vibes and tabletop hangs for all ages.
Full Bar
Local craft beer, cocktails, and drinks that match the food.
Patios
Dog-friendly, kid-friendly, sunshine-friendly.
spitz catering
Big Med Energy, To-Go.
Bring the party to your function. Spitz catering is the easiest way to be the hero of your next event — big spreads, options for everyone, zero stress. Same food. Same vibe. Your place.
Join the famchise
Want to start your own Spitz?
We grew from one location to a coast-to-coast brand because the model works — and because people can't stop coming back. If you're looking for a franchise opportunity with award-winning food, a proven concept, and a brand people genuinely love, let's talk.
Quality ingredients working together yield quality results. That goes for the menu — and the team.
Quality ingredients working together yield quality results. That goes for the menu — and the team.