Secure Exclusive Rights to Develop The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Across Your Asian Market
About The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is a fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant franchise with 50+ locations across 17 U.S. states and $73 million systemwide sales (2024). Founded by 3rd-generation restaurateurs, the brand brings Mediterranean culinary authenticity and housemade preparation standards to accessible fast-casual dining.The brand is part of Big Flavor Brands and UFG (1,600+ franchise locations worldwide), bringing Mediterranean culinary standards and ingredient integrity to casual-dining format that appeals to health-conscious diners across the globe.
The Master License opportunity: building at regional scale
An Asian Master License gives you exclusive rights to develop The Great Greek within a defined territory, which may encompass a single country or group of countries. You serve as the brand's official representative, opening flagship locations and building a franchise network within your territory.Revenue streams include profits from your own locations, franchise fees from each franchisee you recruit, and ongoing royalty income from your entire network. The scale of Asian markets means the growth potential for a committed Master Licensee is substantial.
The Asia opportunity
Asia is home to 4.5 billion people and some of the world's fastest-growing economies. Rapid urbanization, a rising middle class, and expanding commercial and retail sectors are driving demand for quality dining experiences at an accelerating pace across the region. Mediterranean cuisine is gaining recognition in Asian markets as a health-conscious, ingredient-driven alternative to traditional casual-dining options.Affluent Asian consumers in Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Tokyo, Seoul, Shanghai, and other major cities actively seek international quality cuisines. The franchise model is expanding rapidly across Asia. For The Great Greek, Asia represents access to the world's fastest-growing market with substantial addressable demand for quality casual dining. Signarama already operates in multiple Asian markets, providing proof of concept for franchise model adaptability across diverse Asian business cultures.
What this Master License delivers
- Exclusive development rights within a defined Asian territory, potentially spanning multiple countries
- Access to the world's fastest-growing commercial markets with enormous addressable demand
- Multiple revenue streams from flagship locations, franchise development, and ongoing royalties
- A proven Mediterranean concept with $73M U.S. systemwide sales and strong operational systems
- Alignment with growing Asian consumer interest in health-conscious and quality international cuisines
- Comprehensive training at UFG headquarters, plus on-site launch support in your territory
- Proprietary culinary and operational systems for brand execution
- The infrastructure of United Franchise Group, with experience operating across Asian markets
Your role as Master Licensee
- Develop and execute a market entry and growth plan for your Asian territory
- Open flagship The Great Greek locations in major commercial and affluent centers within your territory
- Recruit and train franchisees, adapting the recruitment approach to local business culture
- Establish local supplier networks that meet quality standards while optimizing for local ingredient sourcing
- Adapt marketing, pricing, and service offerings to the specific needs and norms of your market
- Maintain The Great Greek brand standards while ensuring the Mediterranean concept resonates with local consumers
Who this opportunity is for
The right partner for an Asian Master License is an established business group, holding company, or experienced F&B conglomerate with deep knowledge of their target market. In many Asian markets, the Master Licensee will be a diversified conglomerate or multi-brand holding company with the capital, infrastructure, and local relationships to support large-scale franchise development. Cross-cultural business experience, existing commercial restaurant networks, and understanding of local consumer preferences are significant advantages. Signarama provides comprehensive training on all operations.Training and support
Training begins at UFG headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida, covering operations, culinary standards, supplier management, franchisee recruitment, and brand positioning. UFG then provides on-site support during your initial market launches within your territory. Ongoing support includes proprietary culinary systems, supplier relationship guidance, marketing resources, strategic guidance on market expansion, and regular communication with the international team. UFG has operated franchise brands across Asia for years and understands the logistical, cultural, and regulatory nuances of the region.The Great Greek's corporate systems, training materials, and international communications operate in English. The Master Licensee's leadership team should include at least one senior member with strong English proficiency. Local-language operations with customers and franchisees are standard practice.
Take the next step
If you have the market knowledge, organizational infrastructure, and capital to build The Great Greek into a leading Mediterranean casual-dining brand in your Asian market, request our Master License Information Pack or schedule a confidential discovery call about available territories.The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Inks Master Franchise Agreement for Guyana and Seven Caribbean Countries
Multi-unit KFC and Pizza Hut franchisee will oversee the brand’s development throughout the region
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, an award-winning Mediterranean fast casual franchise, announced today that it has signed a master franchise agreement with the Beharry Group to establish the brand’s presence in Guyana and seven countries throughout the Caribbean including Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago.
The Beharry Group is a distinguished international conglomerate headquartered in Guyana with interests in commercial and merchant banking, manufacturing, insurance, stock brokerage, automotive distributorship, and quick service restaurants. Helmed by Guyana native and chairman Suresh Beharry, the company was established more than 80 years ago, has over 4,000 employees, and manages a line of products sold throughout the Caribbean region.
Suresh Beharry and the Beharry Group are successful Yum! Brands multi-unit franchisees with a portfolio that includes 12 KFC® and 10 Pizza Hut® franchises, with six more units in active development. The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is the company’s first foray into the fast casual space.
“I had the pleasure of trying The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill while on a trip to South Florida and immediately fell in love with the brand,” said Suresh Beharry. “After years of operating quick service concepts, we saw an opportunity to diversify our portfolio with a fast casual brand that brings something different to the Caribbean market. Mediterranean cuisine is increasingly popular around the world, and we believe that same demand exists across Guyana and the wider Caribbean. The Great Greek allows us to tap into a clear gap in the market while introducing a dining experience that blends high-quality food with the speed and convenience today’s guests expect.”
The Beharry Group is kicking off their development of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill with a restaurant in Georgetown – Guyana’s capital and largest city – expected to open later this year. The company plans to develop additional restaurants in the future and will bring on franchisees to expand The Great Greek’s presence in the other seven countries.
“We are thrilled to welcome Suresh Beharry as our master franchise partner for the Caribbean,” said Bob Andersen, President of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. “Suresh brings a deep passion for The Great Greek brand and a strong commitment to building long-term success – not only for the concept itself, but for the future franchisees who will grow alongside it. As a life-long resident of Guyana with extensive business relationships across the region, he is uniquely positioned to introduce The Great Greek to the Caribbean and lead the brand’s expansion in this exciting new market.”
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is a better-for-you, premium fast casual concept delivering fresh, cooked-to-order Mediterranean cuisine with the friendliness and attention to detail of full-service hospitality. Its menu champions authentic Mediterranean recipes featuring high-quality ingredients, including freshly prepared proteins, house-made sauces and dips, and vibrant vegetables, allowing guests to enjoy flavorful meals without compromise.
About The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
The award-winning Great Greek Mediterranean Grill® is a leading franchise within the Greek, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern fast-casual restaurant industry, offering a vivacious and flavorful menu inspired by foods in the Mediterranean diet. Every dish is made fresh, in-house from authentic recipes passed down generation after generation. Co-founded by two culinary trained, third-generation restauranteurs, Nick A. Della Penna and Trent Jones, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is an affiliated brand of United Franchise Group™, a globally recognized leader in franchising, within the United Franchise Group’s food division, Big Flavor Brands™.
About Big Flavor Brands
Big Flavor Brands™ specializes in franchises dedicated to creative eating, offering a zesty menu of fast-growing, award-winning food brands with a proven track record of success. From fast-casual restaurants with authentic third-generation recipes like The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, to specialty concepts like the grazing innovator and charcuterie board caterer Graze Craze®, Big Flavor Brands dominate their niches with quality, value, and tasty fare for every occasion. Big Flavor Brands represents the food division of United Franchise Group™, which is comprised of innovative concepts pushing the boundaries with an unwavering commitment to quality, variety, and the pursuit of joyful eating.
