The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Accelerates International Growth with New Openings in Canada, Australia, and Egypt

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, a fast-casual brand known for authentic Mediterranean flavors, has opened new restaurants in Canada, Australia, and Egypt, marking a significant step in its international expansion. The openings come as the brand celebrates its 15th anniversary and reflect rising global demand for fresh, high-quality Mediterranean cuisine.

Backed by the global infrastructure of United Franchise Group™ (UFG), The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is entering regions where it can leverage existing operational support while introducing the brand to new audiences. This follows the brand's recent master franchise agreement to expand into Guyana and seven Caribbean countries, further strengthening its international pipeline.

"Our international growth is a testament to the strength of our franchise model and the caliber of operators we're attracting," said Bob Andersen, President. "As our footprint expands to new countries, we remain committed to partnering with best-in-class franchisees who have a deep understanding of their markets and share our values in maintaining the authenticity and level of service that our brand is known for."

In Cairo, Egypt, franchise owner Metry Habashy opened the brand's first Middle Eastern location at Regent's High Street. Habashy, an existing franchisee who also owns a location in Old Bridge, New Jersey—which set a weekly opening sales record—demonstrates strong confidence in the brand. The Cairo restaurant incorporates local adaptations, including Arabic language integration, adjusted beverage offerings, and extended operating hours until midnight. It also features fresh, hand-made pita prepared in-house.

In Queensland, Australia, franchise owners Chirayushkumar Patel and Surjit Salwan debuted the brand in Fortitude Valley, marking its entry into the Australian market. The duo plans to develop at least 50 locations across the region. Early momentum is strong, with the restaurant hosting around 100 guests during its soft opening, including representatives from the mayor's office, signaling strong community interest.

In Alberta, Canada, multi-unit franchise owners Amrinder Cheema, Gurbinder Singh, and Poonam Goyal expanded the brand's presence with a new restaurant in Calgary. This is the third location in Alberta, reflecting strong early performance and the group's ability to execute quickly. The team brought three restaurants online in rapid succession and has plans for continued development across the province.

"What's especially exciting is seeing established and new franchisees alike lean into the brand in a meaningful way, whether it's reinvesting after strong performance or scaling quickly with multi-unit development," added Andersen. "From record-setting openings in the U.S. to rapid expansion abroad, it reinforces that our concept resonates across cultures while still allowing for thoughtful localization where it matters most."

For more information on international franchise opportunities, visit www.thegreatgreekfranchise.com.