Officials with Gyro King expect to host a soft opening sometime during the week of Nov. 19 at 12020 FM 1960, Houston, where Pita Pit was formerly located. A grand opening would come at a future date.

The shop will specialize in Mediterranean food, including halal and kosher items. Menu items will including gyros, lamb and chicken platters and falafel. Restaurant officials said the new location will be open until midnight daily and until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Additional locations can be found in the Texas Medical Center and in Sugar Land. www.gyrokingtx.com