West Palm Beach, Fla. — During the first 6 months of the year, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill signed 20 domestic franchise agreements — including four multi-unit development agreements — totaling 30 future restaurants across high-growth markets, while also securing its first-ever franchise agreement in Massachusetts. The brand currently has 92 restaurants open across 22 states and internationally.
Development activity included six locations for Nassau County, N.Y.; five locations for Dallas; three locations for Naples, Fla.; five locations spanning Omaha, Neb., and Sioux Falls, S.D.; two locations for Bakersfield, Calif.; and single locations in Dothan, Ala.; Reading, Mass.; Charlotte, N.C.; Boynton Beach, Fla.; Rocklin, Calif.; Suffolk County, N.Y.; and additional locations in New Jersey, California and Indiana.
Building on its international growth strategy, the brand also signed a master franchise agreement for Guyana and seven Caribbean countries, further expanding its global development pipeline.
“The Great Greek is entering its next chapter from a position of real strength. Our franchisees are seeing the benefits of a differentiated concept with compelling unit-level economics, while consumers continue to embrace fresh, authentic Mediterranean cuisine,” says Bob Andersen, president of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill also opened eight new domestic restaurants during the first half of 2026, welcoming guests in Cedar City, Layton and Hurricane, Utah; Salem and Epping, N.H.; Chandler, Ariz.; Bolingbrook, Ill.; and Las Vegas. Internationally, the brand opened its first restaurants in Australia and Egypt while continuing its expansion in Canada with an additional location. With these openings and a strong development pipeline, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill remains on track to surpass 100 locations open and operating by the end of 2026, marking another milestone during its 15th anniversary year.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill also continued investing in digital convenience, including the launch of its new mobile app.
“Fifteen years ago, The Great Greek was built around a simple idea: serve exceptional food with genuine hospitality. Today, that vision has evolved into an internationally recognized franchise brand with remarkable momentum,” says Ray Titus, chairman and CEO of United Franchise Group.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is a part of United Franchise Group™ (UFG), whose affiliated brands opened 105 new locations, signed 148 individual franchise agreements plus seven development agreements for 19 additional locations, and granted 10 separate Master License agreements to Master Partners globally. For more information, visit www.thegreatgreekgrill.com and www.thegreatgreekfranchise.com.
SOURCE: The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill