Crookes Urban Pitta delays opening just 3 days before expected launch
A popular Sheffield food spot has delayed its highly anticipated opening.
A popular Sheffield food spot has delayed its opening due to unexpected construction setbacks.
Urban Pitta, which had been due to open its Crookes site this month, announced on social media today ( April 14) that the launch has now been pushed back.
A spokesperson previously confirmed the site would be opening in just a few days, on April 17.
In a statement shared to Instagram, the team said: “We’re really sorry to share that, due to unexpected delays with our contractor, we have to postpone the opening of our Crookes store to May 1st.
“We’ve done everything we can to keep things on track, but ultimately we want to make sure everything is exactly as it should be before we open our doors to you.
“We know this is frustrating, and we’re genuinely sorry for the disappointment. Your support means everything to us, and we don’t take it lightly.”
The post added that the team “can’t wait to welcome” customers when doors officially open, with a launch day offer of £1.99 pittas, with all proceeds going to Sheffield Children’s Hospital.
In a light-hearted caption alongside the announcement, a spokesperson said: “Please don’t shoot the messenger… I’m just the social media manager,
“We promise it will be worth the wait though… May 1st, save the date!”
Despite the delay, many customers responded positively in the comments, with one person writing: “Take all the time you need I will be buying millions of pittas as soon as them doors open I swear.”
Another added: “I knew 17th was too good to be true.”
The Crookes opening has been eagerly anticipated, with many loyal customers already queuing up to eat at its Hunter Bar and Chesterfield Road locations.