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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill

Greek and Mediterranean food
Investment
$583,514
Initial Franchise Fee
$39,500
Units
75
Growth Rate
+226.1%

Overview

Industry
Food
Founded
2011
Franchising Since
2018
Parent Company
Great Greek Franchising LLC
Leadership
Bob Andersen, Brand President
# of Employees at HQ
222

Units and Growth Chart

About The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchise opened in 2011. It was founded by a Greek/Armenian family. The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill restaurant was quickly bought by Trent Jones and Nick Della Penna, who have more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality field.

After buying The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, Jones and Della Penna made operational restaurant changes, which allowed for the success of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchise. In 2018, they opened a second location, and, after that, they opened more locations in South Florida and Las Vegas. Today, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has opened multiple franchises across the country.

The restaurant’s main goal is to serve healthy and fast-casual Mediterranean food, which is homemade. It may provide bold flavors through fresh ingredients.

Why You May Want To Start a Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Franchise

To own a The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchise, it is ideal that the franchisee has high-quality standards, pays a lot of attention to detail, and can multitask. A Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchisee doesn’t need to have any experience in the hospitality or restaurant field to open a franchise.

If awarded a franchise, franchisees receive a great deal of support from The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill brand throughout the franchising process. In addition to pre-opening training, Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchisees receive support through brand awareness, marketing, research, and construction. They also receive hands-on training and continued support after their franchise location has opened.

What Might Make a Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Franchise a Good Choice?

In addition to working with fresh ingredients and a bold menu, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill believes it has a friendly vibe. The menu may have dairy-free, gluten-free and vegetarian options, which could also attract customers who have allergies, intolerances, and specific preferences to this kind of food.

Opening a Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchise may have a more predictable outcome than investing in a completely new brand that could struggle to thrive in an already crowded and competitive industry.

To be part of the Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchise team, you should make sure you’re financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include advertising, royalty, and potential renewal fees. Franchisees will also need to meet the company’s set liquid capital requirements. 

How To Open The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Franchise

As you decide if opening a The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchise is the right move for you, make sure you take time to explore the opportunity. Research the brand and your local area to see if the Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchise would do well in your community. While competition is healthy, too much of it may not allow for the most possible growth.

Before making any financial commitment or signing an agreement, you must perform your due diligence and establish if this is the right opportunity for you. As part of your due diligence, you may want to speak to existing franchisees and ask the Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchising team questions. 

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee
$39,500
Initial Investment
$583,514 - $1,088,560
Net Worth Requirement
Cash Requirement
$180,000
Royalty Fee
6%
Ad Royalty Fee
3%
Technology Fee
$50/mo.
Term of Agreement
35 years
Is Franchise Term Renewable?
Yes
Financing
Third Party
Veterans Incentive
10%-25% off franchise fee depending on years of active duty

Available Territories

Franchising opportunities available in the following regions

United States International

Training & Support Programs

Comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed

Training

On the Job Training
144 hours
Classroom Training
60.25 hours

Ongoing Support

Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
Site Selection
Proprietary Software
Franchisee Intranet Platform

Marketing Support

Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates
National Media
Regional Advertising
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing

Operations & Requirements

Key operational details and requirements for running this franchise

Is absentee ownership allowed?
No
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
No
Can this franchise be run part time?
No
# of employees required to run
0
Are exclusive territories available?
No

Ranking History

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Updated: December 12th, 2022