The History of the Hani, a Metro Detroit Coney Island Sandwich Favorite | Eater Detroit

"Invented in 1985 by a line cook named Hani at the Mack and Seven Mile location, the Hani sandwich — a warm, fluffy pita filled with strips of crispy fried chicken, lettuce, tomato, melted Swiss and cheddar, and a mayonnaise blend — grew out of improvised omelets and griddle quesadillas into a late-night comfort-food staple. Its melting cheese paired with crisp chicken made it especially popular with the bar crowd between about 11 p.m. and 3 a.m., and over time it became a major menu item, nearly rivaling the hot dog and coney in sales. As the sandwich spread across local competitors, the company secured a U.S. trademark and pursued legal action to curb unauthorized use of the name." - Serena Maria Daniels