The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Franchise Investment
From-scratch Mediterranean, an established system, and a team that gets you from signed agreement to opening day. Join the Great Greek Mediterranean Grill.
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Your Investment, From Day One to
Opening Day
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill gives franchise owners the opportunity to open a Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant in a growing category, with an established brand, a from-scratch menu, and multiple ways to serve customers through dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering.
Franchisees are supported throughout the process, from site selection, restaurant design, build-out to training, marketing, and ongoing operations. Instead of developing a restaurant concept from the ground up, you begin with established systems, supplier relationships, technology, and a team prepared to help you move from planning to opening day and beyond.
Of course, one of the first questions any prospective franchise owner asks is: What does it cost to open, and what does that investment include? Let’s review what your investment includes.
Investment at a Glance
$39,500
Franchise Fee
$527K – $1.2M
Total Investment Range
(Low to High)
$300,000
Liquid Capital
Recommended
$29,500
Per additional unit under a Multi-Unit Development Agreement
Breaking Down Each Area of Your Investment
Total Investment Range
The estimated initial investment represents the range of costs associated with opening a Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. It includes the initial franchise fee and other anticipated expenses such as site development, leasehold improvements, equipment, furniture, signage, opening inventory, professional fees, insurance, and the needed working capital.
Where your restaurant falls within this range will depend on the market, the location you select, and the amount of work required to prepare the space for opening.
Factors that can affect the total investment include:
- Location and market: Lease rates, contractor pricing, permit costs, and other expenses vary by region.
- Size and condition of the space: A location that previously operated as a restaurant may require a different level of investment than a space that needs a complete build-out.
- Construction, labor, and materials: Local labor rates, material costs, contractor availability, and permitting timelines can influence the cost of development.
- Leasehold improvements: Depending on the condition of the location and the work required, estimated leasehold improvement costs will vary.
- Lease terms: Security deposits, prepaid rent, landlord requirements, and tenant improvement allowances vary by property and lease agreement.
The franchise development team provides guidance throughout the site-selection and development process, helping you evaluate potential locations and better understand the costs associated with your specific market and restaurant space.
All investment figures are estimates based on the current Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual costs will vary, and prospective franchisees should review the complete FDD.
The Franchise Fee: $39,500
The initial franchise fee is a one-time payment made when you sign your Franchise Agreement. It gives you the right to open and operate a Great Greek Mediterranean Grill in your approved territory and become part of an established franchise system.
As a franchisee, you gain access to the brand, operating standards, recipes, supplier relationships, training resources, marketing tools, technology platforms, and the systems developed to support the restaurant from planning through ongoing operations.
This one-time payment is made when you sign your Franchise Agreement that covers:
- Site selection and location analysis
- Lease negotiation assistance
- Site build-out support and design standards
- Level 1 initial training program (4–5 weeks, up to 2 people covered)
- Grand opening support
- Staff recruitment and training guidance
- Access to our vetted supplier network
- Startup marketing kit and local launch tools
Honorably discharged U.S. military veterans receive a discount of 10–25% on the franchise fee depending on years of active-duty service. The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is a member of the IFA and participates in the VetFran Program.
Ongoing Fees
Once your Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is open, ongoing fees are calculated as a percentage of gross revenues. These fees support the brand, operating system, and marketing resources available to franchisees, while also helping each restaurant maintain a consistent presence in its local market.
| FEE | AMOUNT | WHAT IT FUNDS |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty | 6% of gross revenues | The royalty fee supports your continued participation in The Great Greek franchise system. It helps fund ongoing operational support, access to the field team, brand standards and resources, technology infrastructure, and other corporate services provided throughout the life of the franchise. |
| Marketing/Brand Fund | 3% of gross revenues* *May increase to 4% |
This contribution supports broader brand-building initiatives, which may include digital advertising, creative development, marketing campaigns, media, and promotional materials that help increase awareness of The Great Greek brand. |
| Local Marketing | 1% of gross revenues | Franchisees are required to invest in approved marketing within their local market. These funds may be used for local advertising, community outreach, promotions, and other activities conducted in accordance with The Great Greek’s marketing guidelines. |
What You Get as a Great Greek Franchisee
A Menu Built for Execution
From-scratch Mediterranean flavor without from-scratch complexity. The Great Greek menu is engineered for consistency, with streamlined prep, defined recipes, and kitchen systems your team can learn quickly.
You deliver food guests come back for, without needing a culinary background to run the operation.
Technology-Forward Operations
Run your restaurant with modern tools already in place. From POS and online ordering to delivery integration and catering management, The Great Greek system connects the technology that drives today’s revenue channels, so you spend less time managing platforms and more time serving guests.
Support at Every Step
From site selection and buildout to a four-to-five-week initial training program and on-site opening support, you’re never building alone.
After opening day, ongoing operational and marketing support helps you grow sales, develop your team, and run your restaurant to brand standards.
Marketing Resources from the Start
Franchisees receive access to brand standards, creative resources, marketing tools, and guidance to help introduce the restaurant within their local market.
The Marketing and Brand Fund supports broader initiatives that build awareness of The Great Greek brand. Franchisees also invest in local marketing to promote their individual restaurant through approved advertising, community outreach, partnerships, and other market-specific activities.
The Support of United Franchise Group
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is part of United Franchise Group, a global franchise organization with more than 40 years of experience supporting franchise brands.
With approximately 1,600 locations across six brands in about 60 countries, United Franchise Group provides an established infrastructure that includes technology, vendor relationships, marketing resources, training, and operational support. Great Greek franchisees benefit from that broader experience while receiving support tailored to the needs of the restaurant brand.
Multi-Unit and Area Development Opportunities
Many of our strongest franchisees do not stop at one location. For investors opening three or more units under a Multi-Unit Development Agreement (MUDA). Area developer and master licensee positions are also available for investors looking to develop a market or region at scale, with the opportunity to earn recurring revenue from franchises you help bring to your territory. Contact our franchise development team to discuss what a development agreement might look like for your target market.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Connect with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchise development team to learn more about the business model, investment, training, support, and available markets. The team will walk you through the opportunity, answer your questions, and provide the Franchise Disclosure Document so you can review the complete details before taking the next step.