by Clarissa Wright | Oct 12, 2021 | Blog
If you’re looking to start a business from scratch – don’t! Instead, start by checking out our Greek food catering business, and see how our Greek food restaurant franchise will help you join a growing industry with the benefits of a strong reputation.
We’re Known for Our Food
Opening a Greek food restaurant franchise is a great way to establish yourself as a restaurateur. With The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, we take the opportunity a step further by providing not only the guidance of experts and industry-leading training and support but also multiple streams of revenue.
Our Greek food catering business, multi-unit opportunities, area developer positions, and master licensee positions are all ways to take your business to the next level. The partnership we maintain with our parent company, United Franchise Group (UFG), ensures that our franchise support is second to none.
But it all starts with great food. There are a lot of restaurant franchise opportunities out there, but none of our competitors offer everything we do. The quality of our beloved menu is what sets us apart, and our fresh and healthy options continue to deliver client satisfaction and keep customers coming back.
We make something different, something special. Our recipes have been passed down for generations, and we embrace our culture to give customers a unique and flavorful dining experience. We begin with only the freshest and finest ingredients and the distinctive flavors of the Mediterranean. Our brand has grown and remains cherished because we maintain the quality of our offerings.
Greek food is more popular than ever: now is a great time to give your community the uncompromising quality and flavor of our treasured recipes.
Greek Food Restaurant Franchise
Customers come back to our Greek food restaurant franchise and become loyal fans because we use the freshest ingredients. Our simple yet delicious Greek food is prepared consistently with high-quality products every day, and our menu offers a wide variety of food choices. There’s something for every member of the family: appetizers, soups, salads, rice bowls, traditional plates, gyros, wraps, burgers, and desserts.
Greek Food Catering Business
We could say it doesn’t get any better, but it does. Our delicious restaurant menu has been adapted for our Greek food catering business. Your customers can now bring The Great Greek to events for 10 or more persons. While there may be slight variations, we offer appetizers, salads, souvlaki, skewers, gyros, sides, desserts, and classic Greek entrees. Your customers can count on consistent quality and freshness for any event or occasion.
In addition, we’re confident that your customers will love the food so much, you’ll want to expand to multiple locations. You’re welcome to invest in as many locations as you’d like, whether all at once or one at a time.
Consider The Great Greek for your next restaurant franchise opportunity and you’ll quickly see the potential to take it a step further.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should consider a Greek food catering business with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
by Clarissa Wright | Sep 28, 2021 | Blog
Have you ever wondered “What is spanakopita” and why it’s on nearly every Greek restaurant menu? The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill offers many delicious traditional foods in our Mediterranean food franchise, and spanakopita is definitely one of them.
Our spanakopita features flaky puff pastry filled with spinach and feta cheese. This scrumptious appetizer is often served in bite-size pockets, with its flavor influenced by various Greek herbs. The buttery pastry is married with earthy spinach and salty feta for a briny, creamy complexity.
Great food is what we know. We make a point to share our homemade flavors in memorable meals, and our customers appreciate that. The Great Greek pledges to serve consistently delicious food that exceeds customer expectations.
Healthy Fast-Casual
The Great Greek offers a variety of Greek food that the whole family will love. Our Mediterranean food franchise is anchored by the quality of our food – and we’re proud to share our authentic third-generation Greek family recipes with our customers.
We feature a wide range of delicious menu items that keep our customers coming back for more. Our customers love the great taste and healthy options that our Mediterranean food franchise offers. We fulfill a niche of customers looking for healthier fast-casual options in the Mediterranean category, and it looks like this niche is here to stay.
Consumers are looking for healthy menu options at fast-casual locations. We help fulfill this need through:
- The Mediterranean diet. It’s the most healthful way to eat and is abundant with olive oil, whole grains, lean proteins, tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and spices.
- High-quality ingredients. We only use the best for our sauces, soups, dressings, marinades, and desserts, made from scratch daily.
- Food as fresh as you can get. Our staff chops, slices, and trims all of our produce and meat every day.
Multi-Unit/Area Developer/Master License Partner
We’re confident that once your customers taste our wide range of delicious menu options, they’ll be hooked. Opening additional units could mean a larger customer base and a greater return on investment as the Mediterranean category is very on trend. The opportunity is too big to open just one restaurant.
Opening additional stores is a great opportunity. We welcome franchisees to invest in as many locations as they decide on, either all at once or one at a time. We have growth opportunities to take our franchise further with area developer and master licensee positions.
The benefits of opening more than one store include:
- Greatly increasing your customer base and multiplying your potential profits
- Maximizing the results of your marketing spend
- Creating more opportunities for valued employees to move into management positions
- Fully leveraging the time you’ve spent mastering our business model
- Significant discounts on franchise fees
Our Mediterranean food franchise is a great opportunity to get into the fast-casual industry with an experienced partner.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should consider a Mediterranean food franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
by Clarissa Wright | Sep 21, 2021 | Blog
At The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, we’re proud to offer top-notch franchise training for our Mediterranean restaurant franchise owners.
Not all restaurant franchise opportunities are created equal. While there may be over 195,000 quick-service restaurant franchise options out there, The Great Greek offers industry experience, multiple streams of revenue, and a proven track record. We make sure that our franchisees benefit from our expertise throughout our partnership.
We’ve worked hard to build a solid reputation for serving authentic dishes in great portion sizes at fantastic prices. Our expansion efforts have been nearly seamless as communities across the country welcome us into their vibrant food scene.
We can’t wait for you to become part of the family and share our success.
Our Mediterranean Restaurant Franchise Opportunity
The Great Greek is known for our memorable meals. We keep customers coming back for their Greek food fix week after week thanks to our commitment to using the freshest ingredients. That’s not all: we have more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, and this gives our franchise owners a distinct advantage. Between this advantage, our brand’s recognizable name, and our outstanding training program, we’re happy to pass down our success to our franchisees and help them see a strong return on investment.
If you’re ready to offer authentic Greek cuisine with a dedication to customer value and sufficient experience in the industry within a proven operational framework, The Great Greek is for you.
Top-Notch Franchise Training and Support
Part of the reason why our Mediterranean restaurant franchise is such a great opportunity is due to the exemplary franchise training and support we provide to our franchisees. Our team is there to support you throughout the entire process.
Once you sign the franchise agreement, we’ll work with you to find the perfect location, plan out construction, get the necessary supplies and equipment, train you and your staff, promote your location, and organize a successful launch date.
From there, we make sure each franchise owner receives the training and support necessary to operate a successful franchise. Our training program includes comprehensive classroom training at our West Palm Beach, Florida, headquarters. At our state-of-the-art training facility, you’ll learn the ins and outs of our business model, including ordering inventory, marketing your business, customer relations, food preparation secrets, finding and hiring qualified employees, and much more.
After initial training, we’ll provide you with on-site training at your location, access to online training tools and collaborative systems, and an in-depth franchise operations manual.
We want to help you make the most of your investment, and that means keeping your business running efficiently. The Great Greek has developed a number of resources that make it simple to keep things going, including an easy-to-use point of sale system, marketing materials, regular ongoing professional development opportunities, and more.
On top of that, we’ll provide you with ongoing corporate support throughout the life of your business. This way you can focus more on attracting and retaining customers, molding your staff, and delivering an exceptional dining experience, but should you ever need help, we’re always there for you.
Consider The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill for a Mediterranean restaurant franchise that provides you with the franchise training and support you need to thrive.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should consider a Mediterranean restaurant franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
by Clarissa Wright | Sep 14, 2021 | Blog
If you love Greek food, our turnkey restaurant franchise opportunity is a great option to break into this growing food segment.
Greek food continues to grow in popularity thanks to the Mediterranean diet – but it’s also delicious. And The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill makes it better than anyone else. Our authentic, third-generation recipes appeal to palates of every age, and you can feel good about the fresh and finest ingredients. Our food is truly what anchors our business, and our franchise opportunity is a great way to get started.
Our Turnkey Restaurant Franchise
Investing in a restaurant franchise is a great way to become a restaurateur, yet without many of the risks involved in starting from scratch. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, we give our franchisees a distinct advantage, which helps us pass our success on to our franchise owners.
Our goal is to have you start your own Greek restaurant business and bring our iconic Mediterranean flavors to your neighborhood. We’ve developed a franchise model that helps get you on board as smoothly as possible and sets you up to achieve long-term success.
While we offer a proven concept and established name, we’re so much more than that. Our team is there for you every step of the way. The relationship we form when you franchise with us is a partnership grounded on trust, support, value exchange, and the simple goal of offering an unforgettable dining experience.
Franchise Advantages
When you franchise with The Great Greek, you can be sure that you get a lot in return for your investment, both from us and through the restaurant.
- A proven franchise model. We offer two streams of revenue for our franchise owners, traditional dining and catering. Your franchise will benefit from existing demand from our loyal customers, and you’ll attract new business and win over new patrons every day.
- Decades of experience. We’ve been in the industry for more than 30 years and have since perfected an operational process that results in a proven track record.
- Growing preference for Greek food. More people realize the benefits of the Mediterranean diet every day, so it’s no wonder that Greek cuisine continues to gain ground in the U.S.
- A long-term partnership. We’re there for you every step of the way throughout the entire process. Not only will we help with getting your business up and running, but our corporate support also continues after you open so you can focus on delivering an exceptional dining experience.
The Investment Costs
A turnkey restaurant franchise with The Great Greek includes a one-time franchise fee of $39,500. This fee covers key items such as site selection, lease negotiation, restaurant build-out, initial training, staff recruitment, and training assistance, access to our network of suppliers, startup marketing kit, and help with the launch of your restaurant.
We ask that our franchisees have liquid capital of approximately $150,000 to cover construction costs, rent, wages, advertising, and other costs associated with starting a business. Our total investment is anywhere from $300,000 to $400,000, as a wide range of factors contributes to the costs. This amount covers all of the requirements and expenses involved in starting a restaurant business.
Invest in yourself and your future with a turnkey restaurant franchise from The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should consider a turnkey restaurant franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
by Clarissa Wright | Sep 8, 2021 | Blog
Greece is known for its many healthy and tasty dishes, but it also has its own signature street food. If you’ve ever wondered about the differences between two favorites, gyros vs. souvlaki, we’re here to explain the differences.
Both gyros and souvlaki are staples of modern Greek cuisine and are considered fast food items. To add to the confusion, souvlaki is used as a replacement term for gyro. This confusion is due to their resemblance, but in actuality, the word gyro means “turn,” which references the cones of meat that are cooked on a vertically rotating skewer.
The word souvlaki, however, means “spit,” which implies it is cooked over fire. Souvlaki has origins dating back to ancient Greece, with some references as far back as the Byzantine Empire (395 CE to 1453).
To clarify in modern terms, souvlaki refers to meat cooked on a stick and gyro is meat cooked on a rotating skewer.
Deliciously Different: Gyros vs. Souvlaki
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is proud to offer both of these traditional dishes on our restaurant menu. Our Great Greek Gyros feature lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, tzatziki, and feta, and come with beef/lamb or grilled chicken gyro meat. Our Traditional Gryos feature beef/lamb or grilled chicken gyro meat with tomatoes, red onions, and tzatziki. Our gyro plate features tender sliced gyro meat on pita bread served with rice pilaf, French fries, or feta fries.
We feature souvlaki in several different ways. Our skewered souvlaki comes on platters. Our grilled chicken souvlaki features two skewers of grilled chicken served with rice pilaf, French fries, or feta fries. We also offer grilled steak souvlaki, Australian lamb souvlaki, and garlic shrimp souvlaki.
Notably, we also offer both gyro kits and souvlaki skewers on our catering menu.
Our Greek Food Franchise
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is proud to offer both of these traditional dishes on our restaurant menu. Our customers come back for our delicious and authentic fare, prepared with the freshest ingredients, featuring consistently high-quality delicious Greek food.
When you franchise with The Great Greek, you’ll immediately see that our quality sets us apart from other Greek food franchise opportunities. Once customers taste our food, they’ll keep coming back and bring family and friends with them. Word travels fast when it comes to good food.
The Great Greek is a great investment for someone looking to go into business for themselves. You’ll have the advantage of working independently along with the benefits of a well-established name and supportive network behind you.
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Built-in demand. Unlike starting from scratch, you’ll automatically have customers, including patrons already familiar with our restaurant chain.
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Successful track record. Food chains must have a proven track record of success before they offer franchise opportunities. Our tried-and-tested operations will serve as a pattern for you to operate your business upon.
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Experienced network. When you join forces with us, you’ll benefit from our decades of experience. Franchisees receive top-notch training and support to prepare them for every step along the way.
Any way you slice it, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill makes delicious gyros, souvlaki, and an even better Greek food franchise investment.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should consider a Greek food franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
