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Crazy Pita

Find out why the restaurant's founder chose Paysafe. Plus, his top tip for anyone who's about to start
a business.

Meet Mehdi Zarhloul

Mehdi Zarhloul is the founder and CEO of Crazy Pita Rotisserie & Grill, a Mediterranean restaurant franchise delighting guests with authentic cuisine and friendly service. Since launching the business in 2006, Mehdi has taken it from strength to strength, expanding to new locations, building a loyal customer base, and hiring a team that shares his passion for food.

We spoke to Mehdi about why he chose Paysafe as his payment provider and what makes the partnership successful.

Why did you choose Paysafe as your payments partner?

Mehdi Zarhloul: We chose Paysafe as our partner because of their proven track record in providing secure, seamless, and scalable payment solutions. Their expertise in the restaurant industry, combined with their ability to handle high transaction volumes efficiently, aligns perfectly with our growth strategy.

Paysafe also offers a diverse range of payment options, ensuring convenience for our customers while enhancing the overall dining experience. Their commitment to innovation and fraud prevention gives us the confidence to focus on expanding Crazy Pita while knowing our payment processing is in good hands.

How has Paysafe helped you drive customer satisfaction and loyalty?

MZ: Paysafe has played a key role in enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty by providing a great payment experience. Fast and reliable processing ensures quick, convenient transactions, reducing wait times. Additionally, their support for multiple payment options—including contactless, digital wallets, and online payments—caters to the diverse preferences of our guests.

Beyond transactions, Paysafe’s data insights help us better understand customer behavior, allowing us to tailor promotions and loyalty programs effectively. Their commitment to security and fraud prevention also builds trust with our customers, reinforcing their confidence in dining with us.

With Paysafe as our partner, we can focus on delivering exceptional food and service while ensuring a frictionless payment experience that keeps guests coming back.

What do you like most about partnering with Paysafe?

MZ: The Paysafe team is innovative, reliable, and committed to providing seamless payment experiences. The platform is fast, secure, and scalable, allowing us to process transactions efficiently across all our locations, including brick-and-mortar restaurants, online orders, and our upcoming Walmart locations.

What’s a fun fact about your start-up or one piece of advice you would share for someone starting a business?

MZ: A fun fact about Crazy Pita is that it started as a passion project with a simple vision—bringing fresh, flavorful Mediterranean food to the community. Now, after 18 years, we’ve grown into multiple locations, launched new brands, and even expanded into Walmart stores!

My biggest advice for anyone starting a business is to stay patient and persistent. Success doesn’t happen overnight. Build a strong team, focus on delivering real value to your customers, and always be willing to adapt. Most importantly, never lose sight of why you started—the passion that drives you will be your greatest asset.