International Master Franchise Opportunities in Ireland with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
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Start The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill in Ireland
Irish diners want food that’s fresh, quick and good value, and more of them are paying attention to what’s on the plate. The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill gives them all three: made-to-order Mediterranean dishes, served fast, with the warm hospitality that has built a loyal following everywhere the brand has opened.
As The Great Greek’s Master License Partner in Ireland, you’ll introduce a proven, award-winning fast casual brand to the country, open your flagship restaurant, then build a national network of franchise owners.
The Great Greek Story
Fifteen years ago, culinary-trained, third-generation restaurateurs Nick A. Della Penna and Trent Jones set out to do something simple: serve exceptional Mediterranean food with genuine hospitality. Every gyro, souvlaki plate and salad is made fresh to order from scratch-made recipes, and guests taste the difference.
That simple idea has become one of the fastest-growing Mediterranean brands in fast casual. Today The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has more than 90 restaurants across 22 U.S. states and is open in Canada, Australia and Egypt, with a master partner now bringing the brand to Guyana and the Caribbean.
90+ restaurants open
Nearly $100 million in systemwide sales in 2025
20 new restaurants opened in 2025
Franchise sales up 41% in 2025
Catering sales up 63% in 2025
The Master License Model
A Proven Restaurant Model Built for Ireland
Ireland’s restaurant market rewards brands that combine quality with speed and value. The Great Greek’s focused menu, scratch-made recipes and efficient kitchen design are built for exactly that, serving lunch crowds, families, students and catering orders from the same restaurant.
Mediterranean food travels well. The Mediterranean diet was named the best diet overall by U.S. News & World Report for the ninth consecutive year in 2026, and guests everywhere are looking for fresh, flavorful meals that fit a healthier lifestyle. The Great Greek delivers that in a fast casual format, with made-to-order dishes ready in minutes, plus catering, takeout and delivery.
Support At Each Step
- Site selection. We help you identify and secure the best location for your flagship restaurant, using demographic research and our real estate experience, then plan where future franchise locations should follow.
- Supply chain setup. We help you build an approved local supply chain that delivers the quality and authentic ingredients our recipes require.
- Design and build-out. Our team guides the design, construction and equipment of your flagship so it reflects the brand from day one.
- Launch team. Our opening team works on site with you and your staff to train, prepare and launch your flagship.
Training & revenue
Global Training Support
- Restaurant and culinary training. Management and culinary training at our headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida, followed by on-site training in your country as your flagship opens.
- Master franchise sales training. Once your flagship is established, you learn how to recruit, award and support franchise owners, with ongoing visits and calls as your network grows.
Income Opportunities in the UK
As Master License Partner, you earn from your own flagship, from every franchise you award, from ongoing royalties across your network and from supplying your franchisees. Every new restaurant across Ireland adds to your income and to the long-term value of the business you’re building.
The Four Master License Profit Centers
Flagship Restaurant
Your flagship earns from the day it opens and becomes the showcase and training ground for every future franchise owner in your country.
Franchise Sales
After your flagship is established, you award franchises across Ireland and keep a significant portion of the franchise fee for each one.
Franchise Royalties
Every restaurant in your network pays ongoing royalties in return for the brand, recipes, systems and support you provide. As your network grows, so does this recurring income.
Franchisee Supplies
Your franchisees source approved ingredients, branded packaging and materials through the supply chain you manage, adding to your revenue with every order.
Why Partner With The Great Greek?
- Turnkey business. No prior restaurant experience is required. Our recipes, systems and training give you everything you need to operate.
- Simple, efficient operations. A focused menu and documented, scratch-made recipes keep kitchens consistent and fast.
- Multiple sales channels. Dine-in, takeout, delivery and a fast-growing catering business.
- Backed by United Franchise Group. 40+ years of franchising experience and master license partnerships around the world since 1995.
- Exclusive country rights. The exclusive right to develop The Great Greek in your country, with opportunities to expand into nearby markets.
Why Ireland Is Ready for The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
You know the Irish market better than anyone. Here’s what we see:
A record €10.4 billion foodservice market
Ireland’s hospitality and foodservice market reached a record €10.4 billion, according to Bord Bia’s 2025 Foodservice Market Insights report, with fast food and food-to-go outlets outpacing the market by capturing everyday meal occasions. That’s exactly where fast casual Mediterranean fits.
Consumers who want fresher food
47% of Irish consumers plan to eat more fresh produce, and 57% say they are extremely or very concerned about the health risks of ultra-processed foods, according to PwC’s 2025 Voice of the Consumer survey. Fresh, scratch-made Mediterranean food answers that demand.
Strong takeaway and catering demand
More than a quarter of Irish consumers order takeaway at least once a week (PwC, 2025), and Bord Bia reports workers returning to offices. The Great Greek’s takeout, delivery and catering channels are built to capture that business.
Prefer to Open One or More Restaurants?
Not looking to develop all of Ireland? You can still bring The Great Greek to your community by owning and operating your own restaurants. Tell us where you’d like to open, and our international team will explain how individual and multi-unit restaurants are awarded in Ireland.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need restaurant experience?
No. Our training covers culinary, operations and management, and our team supports you through opening. Business leadership, hospitality and knowledge of your local market matter more.
Where should I open my flagship restaurant?
You won’t make that decision alone. We use demographic research and our real estate experience to help you identify and secure the best location for your flagship, then plan where future franchise restaurants should follow.
What language is the training in?
Training is delivered in English, with on-site support in your country as your flagship opens.
Does the Irish master license include Northern Ireland?
Our international team will confirm the exact territory, including how Northern Ireland is treated alongside the United Kingdom.
Can I open one or more restaurants instead of developing the whole country?
Yes. Tell us where you’d like to open, and our international team will explain how individual and multi-unit restaurants are awarded in Ireland.
Bring The Great Greek to Ireland
Tell us about your background and your plans for Ireland. Our international team will walk you through the Master License opportunity, territory availability and next steps.