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News Abstract
By: NewsAbstract Editorial Team
Topic: Business
March 30, 2026
The Great Greek's exceptional 2025 growth, marked by new locations and surging sales, solidifies its position as a dominant force in the fast-casual Mediterranean segment. This success, fueled by franchisee confidence and strategic innovation, signals a robust, scalable model poised for continued market expansion and industry leadership.
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – March 30, 2026 – The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, a rapidly expanding restaurant chain, announced exceptional 2025 performance. It opened 20 new restaurants, expanding across key U.S. states and new markets. This contributed to nearly $100 million in systemwide sales, with franchise sales seeing a remarkable 41% year-over-year increase, underscoring strong market demand.
Building on this momentum, The Great Greek projects over 20 additional openings in 2026, including international expansion, for its 15th anniversary. Nearly half of this growth is by existing owners, reflecting strong confidence. President Bob Andersen stated, "This year we're on track to surpass 100 locations and $150 million in systemwide sales." Innovation, like data-centric AI and off-premises dining, fueled a 63% increase in catering sales.
As a premium fast-casual concept, The Great Greek delivers fresh, cooked-to-order Mediterranean cuisine with exceptional hospitality. Its authentic recipes and high-quality ingredients align with demand for better-for-you options. Recognized by Technomic and Franchise Times for smart growth, the brand is part of Big Flavor Brands™ within United Franchise Group™. Chairman and CEO Ray Titus affirmed it offers "a differentiated, high-demand concept backed by a disciplined and scalable franchise model."