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Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant®

Food & Beverage Year: 2024
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What Is Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant?

Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant is a fast-casual franchise specializing in American Greek cuisine, including salads, pitas, gyros, wraps, sandwiches, and beverages. Restaurants provide dine-in, take-out, and catering services, and may offer delivery if authorized by the franchisor. Revenue streams explicitly include catering and the potential sale of alcoholic beverages with prior written consent. Units are typically 1,200 to 2,000 square feet and are generally located in shopping centers, multi-use and lifestyle developments, mega and entertainment centers, and urban locations.

Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise's standout strength is its unusually thorough onboarding - a perfect 100 Training and Support Score and 360 hours of initial training (top 10%–25%), offering deep hands‑on preparation and ongoing field support; however, training-related out‑of‑pocket costs run an estimated $15,000–$27,500 and the 360‑hour commitment can delay revenue.

Pros

The 100 Training and Support Score (top 25% across all franchises) combined with 360 hours of initial training (top 10% for Food & Beverage) indicates unusually thorough onboarding-expect deep, hands‑on preparation and ongoing field support before you open.
Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisor‑initiated enforcement actions, and zero government penalties (all bottom 5% for Food & Beverage) point to a very clean legal and compliance record, which reduces distraction and legal risk for operators.
$19,500 minimum required assets (bottom 10% for Food & Beverage) and refundable initial fees (uncommon-only about 14% of peers offer this) lower your upfront cash barrier and give you more flexibility during the pre‑opening phase.

Cons

Item 7 training cost estimates of $15,000 (min) to $27,500 (max) are well above typical (top 10%), meaning your out‑of‑pocket training, travel and lodging expenses will be materially higher than most franchises.
The 360 total training hours (well above typical for Food & Beverage) requires a significant time commitment before opening, which can delay your revenue start and pulls you off day‑to‑day operations for an extended period.

Territory Protection

43/100
NORMAL

Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant grants a protected Designated Territory tied to urban/suburban density and the approved location, excluding non‑traditional sites. Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas; the franchisor retains the right to sell via e‑commerce/alternative distribution channels and to develop additional units in the surrounding market.

Training & Support

100
Excellent

The brand provides a comprehensive 360-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three managerial staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; travel, lodging, and living expenses are the responsibility of the franchisee, and on-site support carries additional costs.

Franchisee Stability

81/100
Good

Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant earns a Good Stability Score. Three-year turnover of 2.40% is well below the typical Food & Beverage franchise (around 5%), indicating notably stronger retention than industry peers over the same span. Out of 3 total exits over the three reported years, ceased operations dominated with 2, alongside 1 termination, no non-renewals, and no franchisor buybacks, and this activity occurred across about 44 franchised outlets in the most recent year.

The dominance of ceased operations points to location-level economics: operators likely chose to close or locations underperformed, suggesting site choice, rent pressure, or local demand shortfalls rather than franchisor-initiated separations. Beyond its industry-relative position, a 2.40% three-year turnover rate is genuinely exceptional in absolute terms across all of franchising. Examine unit-level economics in the geographies where closures have concentrated.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant Franchise?

Opening a Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant franchise requires a total initial investment of $170,000 to $600,500, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$170,000
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$600,500
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$35,000
Real Estate$54,600
Equipment & Assets$19,500
Reserves$40,000
Training$15,000
Other$5,900

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$35,500
Real Estate$314,000
Equipment & Assets$122,500
Reserves$80,000
Training$27,500
Other$21,000

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant Franchise Owners Make?

Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant franchise locations reported average gross sales of $913,760 and median gross sales of $885,316 in 2024, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:
$913,760
Median Gross Sales:
$885,316
High Gross Sales:
$1,928,341
Low Gross Sales:
$257,601
Sample Size:
45
Audit Status:
Unaudited
Franchise vs Corporate Performance: Franchised outlets (45 units) generated the bulk of system Net Sales in 2023 with an average unit result around 913,760, while corporate-owned units report individually but represent a much smaller sample and total contribution.
Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial variability across franchised units in 2023, with a low of 257,601.16 and a high of 1,928,340.90, and a median (885,315.80) below the mean, indicating a right-skewed distribution driven by higher-performing locations.
Data Scope and Limitations: The Item 19 figures are Net Sales reported by franchisees (not profits) and include two partial-year units; no expense, COGS, or net income data are provided, limiting assessment of profitability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant a good franchise to own?

Whether Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2024 FDD: Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant operates 47 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 100/100. Financial performance data is disclosed in Item 19. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is a Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $170,000 to $600,500. Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant disclosed average gross sales of $913,760 in 2024. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with a Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant franchise?

Break-even timelines for Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant franchises are not disclosed in the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2024 FDD, Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant operates 45 franchised locations and 2 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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