tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post6516839186086238163..comments2023-08-28T06:27:17.178-05:00Comments on Fort Worth Hole In The Wall: Pak a PocketFortWorthHoleInTheWallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-40813416162940285742010-05-19T08:18:01.630-05:002010-05-19T08:18:01.630-05:00Well, based on the numerous comments and emails, I...Well, based on the numerous comments and emails, I guess its fair to say that my sarcasm indicator is broken on this post.<br /><br />Anonymous - when you were at Country Day, did you ever have any singing fights with the kids from Arlington Heights?<br /><br />Thanks for reading.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-24127869667975658162010-05-18T14:57:16.099-05:002010-05-18T14:57:16.099-05:00Loved Pak-a-pocket when I was at Country Day! They...Loved Pak-a-pocket when I was at Country Day! They used to deliver to us at lunch and it was my favorite thing to order! While I love the Pita pockets, I can also go for the Veggie Delight salad with creamy Italian dressing. But what you really can't miss out on are the homemade pita chips!! <br /><br />also, you're getting a little belligerent about this pronunciation thing. I don't know how you internet search, but the first things that come up when you type in "gyro pronunciation" pronounce it year-o....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-38302578507992925782010-01-21T20:13:09.821-06:002010-01-21T20:13:09.821-06:00Nope, that doesn't help and what would an iris...Nope, that doesn't help and what would an irish person know about greek food? Nothing, thats what they'd know. Would I ask an Ohioan about American food? No, no I wouldn't.<br /><br />I checked the intertron a dozen times and guy-roo is the correct pronunciation.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-57040564038377214412010-01-12T19:34:13.990-06:002010-01-12T19:34:13.990-06:00I have no idea what a guy-roo is - a male kangaroo...I have no idea what a guy-roo is - a male kangaroo, maybe? The lamb/pita/cucumber sauce combo is indeed a "year-o", more or less. Maybe this will help:<br /><br />http://mw1.merriam-webster.com/cgi-bin/audio-medlineplus.pl?gyro0002.wav=gyroDublinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09269238203190973391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-71372724557185110662009-11-03T10:17:27.768-06:002009-11-03T10:17:27.768-06:00Pak-A-Pocket has been around for at least 20 years...Pak-A-Pocket has been around for at least 20 years. I have been eating there since 89. As a CDS student I ate there at least twice a week in the early 90's. The gyro is tops in my mind with that delicious tahini, but what makes this place so good is the fantastic family that has owned it since day one. Ahmed and his wife and kids are an absolute delight. They have been successful because they serve a great product with a genuine smile. I hope they are around for at least 20 more years. Congratulations on finding this gem. I'm going to get an gyro right now...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-31792643397851400202009-10-24T13:09:32.425-05:002009-10-24T13:09:32.425-05:00Nadia and my buddy, I think you're wrong. I c...Nadia and my buddy, I think you're wrong. I checked the internet twice before posting and this blog stands on pillars of truthfulness and correct pronunciation. I also asked a guy who watched My Big Fat Greek Wedding six times. He said it was guy-roo.<br /><br />Thanks for reading.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-16749792353556807042009-10-20T12:05:20.419-05:002009-10-20T12:05:20.419-05:00Sorry to be a smartass but your pronunciation is w...Sorry to be a smartass but your pronunciation is wrong.<br /><br />The greek is γυροσ or γυρο transliterated this is gyros or gyro. In Greek these are pronounced Yiro or Yiros (Year-o, Year-os).<br /><br />Try to do your homework next time ;)Your Buddynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-89398366469845385572009-10-20T11:58:17.664-05:002009-10-20T11:58:17.664-05:00I could be wrong, but I think its pronounced "...I could be wrong, but I think its pronounced "Yiro" (kind of like year-o). By the way, I really like the blog and I have taken a lot of your suggestions!Nadianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-59114166913467879312009-09-29T20:49:01.871-05:002009-09-29T20:49:01.871-05:00Look at that, Doohickie to the rescue for the vege...Look at that, Doohickie to the rescue for the vegetarians. I'm getting hungry for a pita after reviewing all the comments.<br /><br />Thanks for reading.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-18080889424977269512009-08-31T22:21:08.749-05:002009-08-31T22:21:08.749-05:00There are multiple veggie options. My wife is a v...There are multiple veggie options. My wife is a vegetarian and there were a few choices for her to choose from. I think they will put any of their salads in a pita for you.Doohickiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06088639153697449691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-29012401396000345112009-08-31T21:03:24.033-05:002009-08-31T21:03:24.033-05:00Ohh...Heights and Country Day, comingling at the s...Ohh...Heights and Country Day, comingling at the same place. I bet some fights broke out... <br /><br />Those of you that know the family, give them a big awkward hug for me.<br /><br />Delicious all around and everybody agrees. Great news.<br /><br />Glad to hear so many people like this.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-84128311605625044282009-08-29T23:07:21.989-05:002009-08-29T23:07:21.989-05:00but why not sell the hummus as a dip? was told, &...but why not sell the hummus as a dip? was told, "No. Just can't do it." we did love the gyro and the veg pita. spinach pie was great!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-61086798765877257342009-08-29T20:57:17.049-05:002009-08-29T20:57:17.049-05:00This is one of my favorite family owned places in ...This is one of my favorite family owned places in Fort Worth (it's owned by my friend's parents)! I have been going there for ages and everytime I am in the area I make sure to stop by! So glad you stumbled upon this gem and posted about it!! I used to only eat the turkey pita but I have expanded to the gyro as well...so yummy!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-88957429984440605712009-08-29T17:23:54.950-05:002009-08-29T17:23:54.950-05:00This is one my favorite places! I lived about 45 ...This is one my favorite places! I lived about 45 miles away for a year or two and eery time my wife or I would be in the Fort Worth/Benbrook (What ever) area, we would pick up a handfull of pitas and take them back with us. The Taco Salad/Spud/Pita, are also some of our favorites. Cant go wrong with ordering any of that. I know the family that runs the shop through my visits...WONDERFUL People!!! I love having a place where they know exactly what I want, how I like it, and the cookies are great. Best thing though...SUNKIST on TAP!!!Ryannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-32599264805947292992009-08-28T17:59:21.953-05:002009-08-28T17:59:21.953-05:00I checked the internet also and "guy-roo"...I checked the internet also and "guy-roo" is not the food, it is "a member of a major international service club". Gyro the food is indeed pronounced"ye-ro".<br />Not that it matters, right?<br />Should I duck and run?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-50739544511104960672009-08-27T09:03:35.095-05:002009-08-27T09:03:35.095-05:00I used to eat this regularly when I was a Country ...I used to eat this regularly when I was a Country Day student and I graduated in 97. I haven't had it in years, but the Chicken Schawarma used to be delicious as well! <br /><br />Love your blog! It has helped me to discover wonderful new places!Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17847386945524036863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-47236709100022491012009-08-24T22:14:03.288-05:002009-08-24T22:14:03.288-05:00My daughter and her friends while still attending ...My daughter and her friends while still attending Heights ate there on a very regular basis. They gave a discount to the students and it was good food, not fast food.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-86863617865579034732009-08-24T09:02:41.838-05:002009-08-24T09:02:41.838-05:00My Friend, the chicken shawarma is next on my list...My Friend, the chicken shawarma is next on my list. <br /><br />Thats good to hear that they have more vegetarian options. Not for me personally, but I know we've got a lot of people that will appreciate that here in the Fort.<br /><br />Thanks for reading.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-14972051074516238032009-08-23T01:00:36.978-05:002009-08-23T01:00:36.978-05:00The first time I went to Pak A Pocket was 1994 and...The first time I went to Pak A Pocket was 1994 and it wasn't new then...now that I live in River Park I go more often. The chicken shawarma is my favorite and the tangy oil based dressing is addicting.My Friend Lickanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-55027401557793412802009-08-21T18:40:24.791-05:002009-08-21T18:40:24.791-05:00I love this place. There's more than one veget...I love this place. There's more than one vegetarian option. I love their falafel with tzatziki but sometimes I'll go for a big Greek salad or some hummus and a stack of pita bread.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-68333898033608618732009-08-21T13:37:21.662-05:002009-08-21T13:37:21.662-05:00Stephanie, just for the record, I believe its &quo...Stephanie, just for the record, I believe its "vegetarian option" - singular.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-64135882295860777082009-08-21T11:22:24.189-05:002009-08-21T11:22:24.189-05:00I've never heard of this place before, but it ...I've never heard of this place before, but it sounds great (yay for vegetarian options!). It sounds kind of like Pita Pit in Austin (among other places). Does anyone who's been to both places think this is an accuate comparison?Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12495988603091665299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-7767344267403321852009-08-20T23:39:15.367-05:002009-08-20T23:39:15.367-05:00I love this place. It's near my office and I ...I love this place. It's near my office and I occasionally go there for lunch, or for dinner if I have somewhere to go after work. Great food, lots of it, reasonable price.<br /><br />And pronounce it however you want.<br /><br />;-)Doohickiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06088639153697449691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-53438363738364520922009-08-20T16:25:26.634-05:002009-08-20T16:25:26.634-05:00No, its pronounced guy-roo. I checked the interne...No, its pronounced guy-roo. I checked the internet. See above on internet accuracy.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-81836917959175142492009-08-20T16:21:39.572-05:002009-08-20T16:21:39.572-05:00Seriously BeanDip... You're going to let &quo...Seriously BeanDip... You're going to let "facts" and "persons with actual knowledge" sway you? A random blog has said its in Fort Worth and if thats enough for most people, why can't it be enough for you? You're lucky you have a cool nickname and that I have no authority or power. Or else....<br /><br />Francis, is it a sad statement on our lives that lunch is a luxury? Or is it great that we can appreciate such small things?FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.com