Spitz Mediterranean Plans First Idaho Location in Meridian

A Mediterranean fast-casual chain is bringing its rotisserie-style menu to Idaho for the first time. Spitz Mediterranean Restaurant has leased a 1,800-square-foot space in Meridian, according to a report from BoiseDev.

The new location will sit at 4836 S. Tavistock Ave. within the Century Farm development, located off Amity Road. While the lease is secured, customers will have to wait a bit longer to sample the menu; the company’s website currently states, “Spitz is coming to ID in 2027!”

The expansion grows the brand, which currently operates 39 locations across 11 states. Many of those existing sites function as franchised locations, but the Meridian site will serve as the chain’s inaugural entry into the Idaho market.

The restaurant takes its name from the spitz, a broiler rotisserie used to cook skewered meats throughout the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern regions. This method serves as the foundation for their scratch-made menu, which centers on three core proteins: Za’atar chicken, beef and lamb, and falafel.

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These proteins are utilized in various formats to cater to different dining preferences. The menu includes:

Gyros and wraps
Grain bowls and salads
Specialty items like street cart fries and doner baskets

The chain also provides options for specific dietary needs, including vegan and gluten-free selections, as well as a dedicated menu for children. Beyond the food, the brand emphasizes a specific aesthetic, designing every location to be unique through the use of local art and murals.

The company’s trajectory began in 2006 when founders Bryce Rademan and Robert Wickman were still college students. They started the business after observing that the Mediterranean street food common in Europe was largely absent from American restaurants.

Most Spitz locations are designed to function as more than just quick-service stops. They frequently feature full bars, outdoor patios, and various games to encourage longer guest stays.

As Meridian continues to see commercial development, the arrival of established multi-state chains like Spitz reflects the shifting demographics and consumer demands in the Treasure Valley. The move into the Century Farm development places the restaurant in a high-traffic area, a common strategy for fast-casual brands looking to capture both lunch and dinner crowds in growing suburban hubs.

The 2027 opening date suggests a long-term planning horizon for the brand as it prepares to establish its footprint in the Pacific Northwest.