Pita bread, which was also made at home in the past, became a business line with the spread of neighborhood bakeries and the first large commercial bakeries. Country pita, lahmacun etc. Istanbul pita makers who make pitas have become widespread throughout Türkiye. In fact, there are pastry types similar to our pita around the world. However, when pita is mentioned, these lands come to mind. There is a pita culture consisting of unique types of pita in the Mediterranean, Middle East and the Balkans.

Pita is also a traditional Ramadan food. Pita called Ramadan pita is also a type of bread. But in the old years, Istanbul pita makers also made Ramadan pita. Ramadan pita was more than just bread, with eggs, sesame seeds, butter and even cheddar on top.

Istanbul Pita shops started to take their place in shopping malls as the street shopping culture decreased. However, this situation benefited the large pita chains that could pay the high rents. However, pita sellers still serve in busy streets, districts and towns. Istanbul pita shops close to bus and metro stops and business centers can sometimes be one of the places frequented by employees for breakfast and sometimes for lunch.