Stacy’s Pita Chips
Stacy's Pita Chips is an American snack brand specializing in baked pita chips and other crunchy snacks. Born from a Boston food cart, the company grew into a national brand and now operates under PepsiCo's Frito-Lay division.
The Story
Stacy's Pita Chips was founded by Stacy Madison in Boston in the mid-1990s. She started by running a sandwich cart and gave away baked pita bread chips to customers waiting in line.
The chips became so popular that she turned them into a wholesale business, landing shelves at Trader Joe's and national grocery chains. In 2006, the company was acquired by PepsiCo's Frito-Lay division.
The brand is known for flavors like Simply Naked, Parmesan Garlic & Herb, Cinnamon Sugar, and Multigrain. Stacy's Pita Chips remains headquartered in Randolph, Massachusetts.
Key Facts & Metrics
Gift Ideas
Stacy's Simply Naked Pita Chips
Simply Naked Pita Chips are baked from real pita bread and seasoned with sea salt for an artfully simple crunch.
Stacy's Cinnamon Sugar Pita Chips
Cinnamon Sugar Pita Chips are sweet, crispy, and perfect for dipping or snacking.
Stacy's Multigrain Pita Chips
Multigrain Pita Chips are made with a blend of grains for extra crunch and nutrition.
Stacy's Parmesan Garlic & Herb Pita Chips
Parmesan Garlic & Herb Pita Chips deliver savory flavor with a blend of Parmesan, garlic, and herbs.
Company Timeline
1996 — Stacy Madison founded Stacy's Pita Chips from a Boston sandwich cart, baking extra pita bread into chips for waiting customers.
2006 — PepsiCo acquired Stacy's Pita Chips, integrating it into the Frito-Lay division.
2024 — Launched the Stacy's Rise Project to support women founders and raise awareness of funding gaps.
