Timeless, ClassicGreek
We’re passionate about timeless flavors and legendary service. Our founders knew they had discovered something special from their very first bite of the authentic family recipes that became the foundation of the Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. We still serve those delicious Greek dishes. Today, you can find Great Greek Mediterranean Grill locations across the country. Our success is rooted in our passion for great service and the authentic flavors you love. We invite you to discover what makes our restaurants iconic.
A BIT OF HISTORY
GROWTH AND EXPANSION
In January 2016, Nick and Trent took over the first Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. The new partnership worked better than they had anticipated. Nick focused on upgrading the restaurant operations and creating a friendly, vibrant culture for the staff. Trent kept the business successful with back office support. About a month into operating the 1,400-square foot restaurant, they knew they had a special brand on their hands, one capable of serious growth. They began considering a second location. Neither had anticipated launching a franchise. However, after the single restaurant grew into three, they partnered with United Franchise Group to expand the brand even further. Nick and Trent are on their way to operating 10 locations — nine in the greater Las Vegas, Nevada area and one in West Palm Beach, Florida. In mid-2023, 25 franchise locations operated in 12 states, growing to an additional 6 states by 2024 with dozens more openings planned.
Our Food
A Greek-Armenian family first opened the original Great Greek Mediterranean Grill on May 5, 2011. The traditional dishes they served were made with family recipes, passed down through generations in Greece before they were served to American customers. Nick and Trent haven't changed the recipes that they first fell in love with. Not by one ingredient. The food served in our casual atmosphere is designed for foodies with discerning palates. We focus on fresh ingredients, spice blends sourced directly from the Mediterranean and sauces and marinades made in-house. To keep our ingredients authentic, we purchased an Eastern European food distributor that was in danger of closing during the pandemic. Our dishes are prepared fresh. Because of their high quality, they’re healthier than most of our fast, casual restaurant competitors. Our consistently great flavors win “Best Of” awards year after year. That includes being hailed as the second-best Mediterranean franchise in the country by Entrepreneur.
Our Vision
In 2016, we took a single restaurant and turned it into the leader of casual Mediterranean dining space in Las Vegas. Our vision is to be the worldwide leader in fast food Mediterranean food. Over the next five years, we see great potential for Great Greek Mediterranean Grill to become a national household name. Most importantly, we want to become the choice for you and your family when you’re in the mood for authentically delicious Greek cuisine. For information about opening a franchise, visit thegreatgreekfranchise.com.
Our Values
We’re passionate about producing consistently delicious Greek food, made with authentic recipes and fresh ingredients. However, we know that without our people, we cannot serve one gyro, nor one slice of baklava. From the start, we cultivated a culture that is grateful for its hard working people. Our ultimate goal is to create a welcoming environment for our customers. We do that by providing high quality customer service. We continually strive to improve the dining experience. As a company we value: ● Respect ● Honesty ● Helpfulness ● Excellence ● Consistency ● Enthusiasm