by Marisa Cioffi | Dec 28, 2021 | Blog
There are a lot of restaurant franchise options out there, but there’s no better opportunity than partnering with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill for a healthy restaurant franchise. The quality of our menu sets us apart from the competition, and we provide franchisee support that’s second to none.
A Casual Healthy restaurant franchise can help you maintain your healthy diet while having all the advantages of a quick service restaurant, making the healthy restaurant franchise a favorite for customers of all ages and lifestyles.
Our inclusive fast-casual franchise continues to deliver consumer satisfaction. We have the ability to cater to a variety of dietary preferences, including those who prefer our plant-based options. With a wide range of delicious menu options and a customer base that’s longing for healthy fast-casual options, The Great Greek is an excellent opportunity for your consideration.
Consumers Want Healthier Food Options
Consumers are driving a shift in demand for healthier dining options. Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been an increased focus on eating healthier to thwart illness and disease. This shift coincides with changing consumer demographics, as younger generations are choosing healthier food options than their parents’ generation.
The Mediterranean diet has been touted for years as the healthiest way to eat. It’s regularly named a top diet by The American Heart Association, famous TV doctors, and chefs everywhere. Our fresh, made-from-scratch food provides healthy options that can delight anyone, whether you’re dairy-free, gluten-free, or vegetarian.
With more and more consumers choosing healthier diets like the Mediterranean and vegetarian diets, there’s an increased demand for healthy options on the go. Diners love the delicious selections at The Great Greek.
Healthy Family Recipes
Mediterranean food features big, bold flavors and healthy ingredients that include olive oil, whole grains, lean proteins, fresh vegetables, and spices; we stay as true to Mediterranean traditions as possible. And for customers seeking plant-based menu items, we have enough deliciously fresh vegetarian options to satisfy those cravings with great tasting healthy options like our Classic Greek salad and vegetarian appetizer options to meet their needs.
We feature the original flavors of the Mediterranean created daily from fresh, authentic ingredients. Our classic dishes have been enjoyed around family tables for centuries, and The Great Greek provides modern takes on these classic tastes.
The quality of the food at The Great Greek is what anchors our business. Our menu appeals to all consumer palates, and we’re proud to serve memorable meals made from scratch daily. We chop, slice, and trim all of our ingredients every day. We use only the highest quality ingredients to make our sauces, soups, dressings, marinades, and desserts. We never compromise on our commitment to freshness: this leads to a passionately loyal customer base.
A Proven Investment
When you open a restaurant franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, you’re never alone. As third-generation restaurateurs, we have over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry. We give our franchisees the confidence and know-how to run a restaurant franchise with a proven operational model.
If you want to be in the business of delicious food with a strong support network, invest in The Great Greek.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should open a healthy restaurant franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
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by Marisa Cioffi | Dec 21, 2021 | Blog
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill offers a unique restaurant franchise opportunity in the super-hot Mediterranean and Greek category that can help you establish yourself as a restaurateur with the guidance of experts. Our turnkey investment provides virtually everything you need to get started on the right path, and our established brand will likely result in a great return on investment.
When you invest with The Great Greek, you can take advantage of the success and familiarity of an already-established brand. Among many other advantages, you benefit from built-in demand, the reassurance of a successful track record, and access to an experienced network. We’re committed to helping you learn how to run a franchise restaurant and grow as a business owner, and through our training and outstanding support system, you’ll have all of the tools you need to build a thriving business.
While The Great Greek is there for you every step of the way, here are some tips for franchise success:
1. Determine your financial ability.
You’ll need to determine how much you can safely invest. Take the time to thoroughly research our franchise opportunity and accurately calculate how much you can risk.
2. Follow The Great Greek system.
We’ve been in the industry for over 30 years, and in that time, we’ve developed a proven business plan. This plan is in place to preserve the brand and protect your investment. It’s not worth the risk to modify your franchise agreement by changing existing products, advertising, hours, or services.
3. Be prepared for hard work and long hours.
It takes a lot of long hours and hard work to run a franchise restaurant. While you may spend most of your time at the restaurant, make sure to budget time for family and friends and acknowledge the sacrifices that they are making in your absence.
4. Recruit a strong team and treat them with respect.
Provide regular training, rotate routine jobs, be fair, work together on the schedule, keep employees informed, and acknowledge their good work with recognition. Employees are the front line of your business and need to be treated with respect.
5. Provide great service and be enthusiastic.
The level of enthusiasm you bring to the job is linked to the success of your business. When you bring enthusiasm to work, everyone can feel the excitement and energy! By getting everyone to smile, you’ll let customers and your staff know you’re happy they chose your business.
6. Give back.
Customers are more inclined to give businesses that support the community their business. Support a local sports team, youth group, school groups, or attend community events. Getting out there puts a face to the name and can help you expand your reach.
7. Stay in touch.
We love to hear from you! Stay in touch with The Great Greek to learn about industry updates, conferences, conventions, and ongoing training. Take advantage of every training opportunity to further your knowledge and best practices.
Start your dream restaurant franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, and we’ll help you get onboard smoothly and achieve long-term success.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should open a franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
by Marisa Cioffi | Dec 14, 2021 | Blog
The Mediterranean Diet continues to make waves as the heathiest way of eating. As more people try the diet and it continues to steadily grow in popularity, there will be a shift in consumer trends toward healthier options when eating on the go.
Luckily, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Greek restaurant franchise is ahead of this trend: we offer authentic and healthy dishes prepared fresh daily in our kitchen using authentic third-generation Greek family recipes.
Our contemporary take on these recipes combines original, classic flavors of the Mediterranean with fresh, authentic ingredients that keep customers coming back for more. We’re an inclusive fast-casual franchise; we are able to deliver superior client satisfaction with our available dietary options of dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegetarian.
Healthy Family Recipes
The Great Greek is proud to feature our healthy family recipes, and with the wide variety of dishes available on our beloved menu, there’s truly something for every customer.
Our unique and flavorful dishes are crafted from recipes that have been enjoyed around family tables throughout the Mediterranean for centuries. We’ve taken those dishes and put a modern spin on them by featuring savory meats, fresh vegetables, delicious sauces, whole grains, and more, made from scratch in-house.
Customers love that our sauces, soups, dressings, marinades, and desserts are made from scratch daily with high-quality ingredients. Our food is as fresh as it gets: we chop, slice, and trim it ourselves every day.
We’re proud to feature comfort food fresh off the grill, lighter options like seafood and salad, and nutritious, well-balanced meals at The Great Greek. Meals are cooked to order, so customers appreciate that they can personalize their dish to their exact dietary specifications.
Our Franchise Opportunity
The Great Greek has a solid reputation for serving authentic dishes at great portions and prices, long before Greek food became a fad. Our expansion efforts have been nearly seamless, and we’re quickly welcomed into thriving food scenes. We’re opening doors across the nation – and we can’t wait for you to become part of the family.
We have more than 30 years of experience in the industry, a recognizable brand name, and an outstanding training program. These ingredients come together to provide a recipe for success to our franchise owners. We give our franchisees the confidence and know-how to run a Greek restaurant, forge connections in their community, and see a good return on investment.
Our franchise opportunity has many advantages, including:
- A turnkey investment
- A proven franchise model
- Decades of experience
- The growing preference for Greek food
- A long-term partnership
We’re there for you every step of the way. We’ll help you find the ideal location, plan out construction, get necessary supplies and equipment, train you and your staff, promote your location, and organize a successful launch date.
If you want to be in the business of delicious food with many business advantages, invest in a Greek restaurant franchise with The Great Greek.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should open a Greek food restaurant franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
by Marisa Cioffi | Dec 10, 2021 | Blog
If you’re looking to stand out in the restaurant industry, see a return on your investment, and establish yourself as a restaurateur, consider a Greek food franchise opportunity with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill.
Not all franchises are created equal; The Great Greek investment features a beloved menu and industry-leading franchisee support that is second to none. Our franchise model works in any community that’s looking for a unique restaurant with an unbeatable menu. We provide comprehensive training, ongoing support, multiple revenue streams, expansion opportunities, and so much more.
The demand for healthy food is expected to take off as younger generations put more emphasis on healthy eating and embrace health-conscious concepts. Greek food is perfect for this niche, as our menu offers a wide variety of food: every member of the family will find something they love.
5 Iconic Greek Foods Everyone Should Try
The Great Greek stands out in the restaurant landscape of pizza, tacos, and burgers. Mediterranean food is continuing to grow in popularity as more people adopt the Mediterranean diet as the healthiest way of eating. Our authentic third-generation Greek family recipes feature high-quality ingredients (our sauces, soups, dressing, marinades, and desserts are made from scratch daily) and the freshest ingredients (we chop, slice, and trim each and every day).
Our menu is loaded with roasted meats, fresh vegetables, and whole grains that are not just healthy but unique and flavorful. We combine fresh, authentic ingredients for the original, classic flavors of the Mediterranean. Our contemporary takes on timeless cuisine are created daily from classic family recipes and keep customers coming back for more.
Here are some iconic Greek foods that are bound to draw in customers:
- Four Dip Combo – Choice of dips and four warm pitas – Tzatziki (Greek yogurt with cucumbers, garlic, dill), Hummus (crushed garbanzo beans with garlic, olive oil, lemon juice), Tirokafteri (creamy Greek feta with spicy roasted peppers), Melitzanosalata (roasted eggplant puree with garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice)
- The Great Greek Gyro – Beef/lamb or grilled chicken with lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, tzatziki, and feta
- The Great Greek Rice Bowl – Choice of protein, rice pilaf, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, marinated garbanzo beans, kalamata olive, crumbled feta, and tzatziki sauce
- Grilled Steak Souvlaki – Two skewers of choice tenderloin with rice pilaf, French fries, or feta fries
- Baklava Ice Cream – Crushed baklava with vanilla ice cream and topped with honey
We’re a Standout Opportunity
The Great Greek isn’t just about memorable Greek meals: as third-generation restaurateurs, we’ve spent nearly a century learning what it takes to satisfy customers, and we pass our expertise on to franchisees.
We’ve developed a comprehensive process that includes a proven concept, established name, sales techniques, and processes and procedures needed to grow the brand and revenue. Our franchise team is there to guide you every step of the way, from site selection to ongoing business support.
The best part? It’s all included in our turnkey investment package. The Great Greek food franchise opportunity is one that’s a partnership grounded on trust, support, and an unforgettable dining experience.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should open a franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
by Marisa Cioffi | Dec 9, 2021 | Press
WEST PALM BEACH, FL, December 08, 2021 /24-7PressRelease/ — The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, an award winning and rapidly expanding Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant is opening its first franchise San Antonio, TX area location at 11647 Culebra Road.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is one of several investments the Mammen family, who are the franchise owners of the San Antonio location, have made in the local community. Their decision to put great food and quality at the top of their list when choosing their newest adventure is a reflection of the many community-based decisions they have made in their careers.
The Mammen family are a heart-warming example of the American dream. Satheesh Mammen and his wife, Sosamma emigrated to the US from India in 1980, dreaming of success and looking forward to the day they could give back. They deeply believe in “love your neighbor as yourself” and regularly dedicate their resources to support many causes including providing school supplies, college tuition, relief for medical bills, summer camp programs, housing, and flood relief through charitable organizations, and often directly to recipients.
When the Mammens first arrived in the US, they both had various jobs washing dishes and working in manufacturing. They were passionate about education and worked hard, seven days a week, while earning their college degrees and raising their young family. After college, Satheesh worked his way up corporate ladder while Sosamma worked as a nurse and in 1995, Satheesh began opening businesses of his own. “We are very excited and look forward to our new adventure with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, especially since it is a part of the Alamo Ranch Community that we have grown to love,” stated Satheesh Mammen.
The award-winning chef inspired menu at The Great Greek, features homegrown recipes and big bold flavors like the fan favorite traditional Gyro (Yee-Ro) as well as Lamb, Steak and Chicken Souvlaki platters. In addition, guests crave the four-signature house-made dips featuring Hummus, Tzatziki, Melitzanosalata and Tirokafteri (spicy roasted red pepper) as well as the made to order Fresh Feta Fries. Guests can also indulge in the must-have desserts like Baklava Ice Cream or Rice Pudding. The Great Greek offers a wide variety of customizable options for guests to enjoy, including a classic Greek Salad with a choice of Salmon, Shrimp, or several other protein choices. Everything is prepared in-house with fresh ingredients that bring traditional flavors from recipes passed down generation after generation.
“We’re very pleased to announce this agreement for the San Antonio market,” said Bob Andersen, President of Great Greek Franchising, LLC. “Our guests consistently tell us they enjoy our healthy menu choices without sacrificing flavors and enjoy being served in a friendly comfortable environment! We really focus on delivering a terrific guest experience,” said Andersen, “which is contributing to the ongoing rapid growth of our brand globally and throughout the USA.”
Currently, The Great Greek has franchise agreements in place for over 170 locations domestically and internationally. The brand continues to receive high interest in multi-unit franchise development agreements.
About The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
The award winning Great Greek Mediterranean Grill was co-founded in 2011 by two third-generation culinary trained restaurateurs with more than 30 years of experience in the food and hospitality business, Nick A. Della Penna and Trent Jones, who purchased The Great Greek’s first location in Henderson, Nevada. After successfully opening two additional Las Vegas locations, Della Penna and Jones started franchising the concept with United Franchise Group and have seen ongoing success. United Franchise Group is comprised of multiple affiliated brands and consultants, with more than 1,600 franchisees in more than 80 countries. For franchise information, visit www.thegreatgreekfranchise.com.
About United Franchise Group
Led by CEO Ray Titus, United Franchise Group is home to an affiliated family of brands and consultants including Accurate Franchising, FranchiseMart, Fully Promoted, Network Lead Exchange, Preveer (formerly Resource Operations International), Signarama, Transworld Business Advisors, Venture X, and a food division featuring Jon Smith Subs, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, and Graze Craze. With over three decades in the franchising industry and more than 1,600 franchisees throughout the world, United Franchise Group offers unprecedented leadership and solid business opportunities for entrepreneurs.
