As third-generation restaurateurs with over 30 years in the hospitality industry, the business of delicious food is in our blood; it’s what we know, what we do, what we love! Our desire is to make each meal at The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill a memorable one.
A Proven, Award-Winning Mediterranean Franchise
With 85+ locations open and 300+ in development, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is one of the fastest-growing fast-casual brands in the United States. We're not an emerging concept anymore. We're a scaled franchise system with strong unit economics in a category with room to run.
Our Average Unit Sales are $1,562,385, with top-quartile locations reaching $2,120,797.* In a fast-casual segment dominated by saturated burger, pizza, and sandwich brands, Mediterranean cuisine remains one of the few high-growth white spaces, and The Great Greek owns it.
Why Mediterranean, Why Now
The U.S. restaurant industry is projected to exceed $1.5 trillion in annual sales. Within that, Mediterranean is among the fastest-growing cuisine categories, fueled by consumer demand for fresh, flavorful, health-forward dining. The Mediterranean diet has been ranked the #1 diet by U.S. News & World Report for eight consecutive years, and that cultural tailwind translates directly to traffic and ticket averages at our restaurants.Every dish at The Great Greek is prepared from scratch with fresh ingredients, cooked to order. It's a simple, high-quality menu rooted in classic family recipes, developed by our founders, who are third-generation restaurateurs with nearly a century of combined hospitality experience. That authenticity resonates with customers and drives repeat visits.
A Franchise System Built to Scale
Whether you're a seasoned multi-unit operator or a corporate executive ready to invest in your first restaurant, The Great Greek gives you everything you need to succeed. No prior restaurant experience is required.Our franchise system is backed by United Franchise Group, one of the largest franchise organizations in the world, with decades of experience growing brands across multiple industries and markets. That infrastructure gives franchisees access to real estate support, demographic analysis, construction guidance, vendor relationships, and marketing systems from day one, along with ongoing operational support as locations mature.
With a domestic footprint expanding rapidly and an international presence already established across four countries, multi-unit development territories are available in high-demand markets nationwide.
Industry Recognition
The Great Greek has earned recognition from the franchise industry's most respected publications and organizations, including:- Franchise Direct Top 100 Global Franchises (2024, 2025, 2026; ranked #38)
- QSR Magazine Best Franchise Deals
- Restaurant Business Future 50
- Entrepreneur Magazine Fastest-Growing Franchise
- Franchise Times Top 400
- South Florida Business Journal Private 100 and Fastest-Growing Companies
- QSR Magazine Top 50 Emerging Concepts
Comprehensive Training and Support
Our training program is designed to prepare any franchisee for success, covering kitchen operations, front-of-house management, hiring, local marketing, and financial management. You'll train at our headquarters and receive on-site support through your grand opening and beyond.Ongoing support includes field visits, marketing strategy, technology systems, and access to the broader United Franchise Group network, a family of brands with a proven track record of helping franchisees succeed at every stage of ownership.
Take the Next Step
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is built for people who think big. Whether you're adding a brand to your portfolio, transitioning from the corporate world, or opening your first restaurant, this is a franchise system designed to support your growth.Submit the request form to start a conversation with our franchise development team.
*Average Unit Sales and Top Quarter Unit Sales as reported in Item 19 of our 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Achieves Record Growth in 2024
Award-winning Mediterranean franchise has more than doubled its footprint in two years and is projected to eclipse 100 units by the end of 2025.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, the fastest-growing Mediterranean food franchise, is celebrating another year of remarkable growth in 2024 where it opened 19 new restaurants across the U.S. as well as its first international location in Canada and saw a 46% surge in systemwide sales year-over-year. The brand has more than doubled its footprint in just two years’ time and plans to open 40 new restaurants domestically and internationally in 2025, aiming to surpass 100 operational units by year-end.
Among the 40 new restaurants, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill will open its first locations in Louisiana, North Carolina, and Wisconsin and strengthen its presence in states like Florida, California, and Texas. Additionally, with the signing of 27 franchise agreements along with master licenses for Western Canada and Egypt, the brand is positioned for sustained domestic and international growth in the coming years.
“2024 was a milestone year for The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill as we expanded our footprint in the U.S. and celebrated our first international opening in Canada. Our rapid growth and record-breaking sales are a testament to the strength of our brand, the passion of our franchise owners, and the growing demand for high-quality Mediterranean cuisine,” said Bob Andersen, President of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. “In 2025, we are excited to bring The Great Greek experience to new communities, and we remain committed to delivering exceptional food and hospitality wherever we go.”
At the heart of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill’s success is its culinary-driven food experience, featuring authentic, high-quality ingredients and freshly prepared Mediterranean dishes made to order. Originally founded by a culinary-trained father and son duo, the brand has preserved the family’s recipes and delivers meals in a staged format with real plateware and utensils, creating an elevated fast-casual dining experience that rivals full-service restaurants.
Since franchising in 2019, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has seen exponential growth, reaching $73 million in systemwide sales in 2024. While the brand prides itself on its dine-in experience, the communal nature and quality of its food has translated to off-premises success as well, with catering sales up 43% last year and takeout orders through third-party delivery partners on the rise.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill continues to be regarded as a standout franchise concept, recently landing at #15 on Franchise Times’ Fast & Serious list of the 40 smartest-growing franchise brands and ranking on Franchise Direct’s Top 100 Franchises of 2025. The Great Greek has also been recognized as a Top Mover & Shaker by Fast Casual for two years in a row.
“The growing popularity of Mediterranean cuisine reflects a consumer shift toward fresh, flavorful, and healthier dining options, and The Great Greek is at the forefront of this movement,” said Ray Titus, CEO of United Franchise Group™ (UFG), of which The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is an affiliated brand. “The brand’s sustained sales growth and rapid expansion underscore its position as a leading brand in the segment, making now the perfect time to join our thriving franchise family.”
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