The Great Greek Grill Franchise

The Great Greek's first restaurant opened in Henderson, Nevada, in May 2011. Its Greek and Armenian family roots shaped the original menu and hospitality, creating a neighborhood restaurant identity before the concept expanded.

Nick Della Penna and Trent Jones later acquired the business and developed a second location in 2017. Great Greek Franchising, LLC was formed in December 2017 and began offering franchises in January 2018, with support from United Franchise Group.

A Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant

The current franchise operates under The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill brand. Its restaurant model supports dine-in meals along with takeout, delivery and catering, giving local owners several service occasions to develop.

The investment range reflects the 2026 disclosure. Its lower estimate includes an eligible veteran franchise-fee discount; the standard one-location franchise fee shown above is $39,500. Site conditions, taxes and the final development plan affect the actual startup budget.

Initial education is organized into two levels over approximately four to five weeks. The program combines classroom work in West Palm Beach with practical restaurant training in Las Vegas, including approximately 144 hours of on-the-job instruction.

Prepare the management team

The initial program includes up to two participants. Training introduces the menu, preparation procedures and restaurant-management system. Franchisees cover applicable travel and attendance costs for their trainees.

The opening support provision includes five days of on-site assistance from a corporate representative. Development resources also address site evaluation, approved design, suppliers and restaurant preparation, with owners responsible for their lease, buildout and local team.

Support after opening

Operating guidance and marketing resources help the owner maintain the brand experience. Daily execution remains local: food quality, cleanliness, staffing, inventory and service across dine-in and off-premises orders require consistent management.

The Great Greek combines a Mediterranean menu with several customer-service channels. A restaurant can serve a seated meal, a takeout order or a catered gathering while keeping the same core culinary identity.

Bring hospitality to the local market

This opportunity can suit an owner who enjoys leading a food-service team and developing community relationships. The brand's original neighborhood roots provide a story to communicate, while the operating system supplies practical preparation and service standards.

Explore The Great Greek if you want a fast-casual restaurant with a defined menu identity and can commit the resources and leadership needed for the location, team and local customer base.

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