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 Expands Global Footprint with Openings Across Canada, Australia and Egypt
The award-winning brand has opened its third restaurant in Alberta and planted flagship locations in Queensland and Cairo
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, a leading fast casual brand known for its authentic flavors and elevated guest experience, is accelerating its international expansion with new restaurant openings in Canada, Australia and Egypt. The milestone comes as The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill celebrates its 15th anniversary and reflects the growing global demand for fresh, high-quality Mediterranean cuisine.
Backed by the global infrastructure and franchise support of United Franchise Group™ (UFG), The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is strategically entering regions where it can leverage existing operational support while introducing the brand to new audiences. This comes on the heels of the brand also signing a master franchise agreement to expand into Guyana and seven additional Caribbean countries, further strengthening its international development pipeline.
"Our international growth is a testament to the strength of our franchise model and the caliber of operators we’re attracting,” said Bob Andersen, President. “As our footprint expands to new countries, we remain committed to partnering with best-in-class franchisees who have a deep understanding of their markets and share our values in maintaining the authenticity and level of service that our brand is known for. That combination is what’s fueling our momentum and setting the foundation for long-term global success.”
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill’s three new international restaurants include:
- Cairo, Egypt: Franchise owner Metry Habashy has opened The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill at Regent’s High Street, bringing the brand to the Middle East for the first time. Habashy is an existing franchisee who also owns The Great Greek in Old Bridge, New Jersey, which set a weekly opening sales record. His continued investment underscores his strong confidence in the brand’s model and performance. The Cairo restaurant incorporates thoughtful local adaptations, including Arabic language integration, adjusted beverage offerings, and extended operating hours to align with local dining habits, with service running until midnight. The location also features fresh, hand-made pita prepared in-house, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to authenticity.
- Queensland, Australia: Franchise owners Chirayushkumar Patel and Surjit Salwan have debuted The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill in Fortitude Valley, marking the brand’s entry into the Australian market. The duo has aggressive plans to develop at least 50 locations across the region. Early momentum is strong, with the restaurant hosting around 100 guests during its soft opening, including representatives from the mayor’s office, signaling strong community interest and local engagement.
- Alberta, Canada: Multi-unit franchise owners Amrinder Cheema, Gurbinder Singh, and Poonam Goyal have expanded The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill’s presence once again with the opening of their newest restaurant in Calgary. This marks the brand’s third location in Alberta, reflecting both strong early performance in the market and the ownership group’s ability to execute quickly. The team has brought their three restaurants online in rapid succession and has plans for continued development across the province.
"What’s especially exciting is seeing established and new franchisees alike lean into the brand in a meaningful way, whether it’s reinvesting after strong performance or scaling quickly with multi-unit development,” added Andersen. “From record-setting openings in the U.S. to rapid expansion abroad, it reinforces that our concept resonates across cultures while still allowing for thoughtful localization where it matters most.”
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