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 franchisor’s top-quarter 100 training and support score and 360 initial training hours (top 10%) mean you get extensive hands-on preparation, but the required 360 hours and estimated $15,000–$27,500 in training costs (top 10%) create a large upfront time and cash commitment before you can open.

Pros

The 100 training and support score (top quarter) shows the franchisor provides well-above-industry support and resources to new operators.

360 total initial training hours (top 10%) indicates extensive, hands-on preparation so you’ll be operationally ready before opening.

0 total disclosed lawsuits, 0 franchisor enforcement actions, 0 outlet terminations, and 0 government penalties (all bottom 5%) point to a very clean legal and enforcement record, which reduces regulatory and partnership friction.

Cons

The $15,000–$27,500 estimated initial training cost range (both figures in the top 10%) increases the upfront cash you must budget specifically for training-related expenses.

The 360 hours of required initial training is a significant time commitment before you can open and start earning revenue.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

48/100

NORMAL

Grants a protected area where the franchisor will not place other units. Franchisor retains rights to e-commerce, retail and alternative-venue sales, to operate under different trademarks, and to acquire/convert units; protection is contingent on meeting performance quotas, while retaining the right 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.

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

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$600,500

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:

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

How much does it cost to open a Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant franchise?

The total initial investment for a Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant franchise ranges from $170,000 to $600,500, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant is $35,000, as stated in the 2024 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

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 Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2024 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant offer exclusive franchise territories?

Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant received a territory protection score of 48 out of 100. Grants a protected area where the franchisor will not place other units.

What training does Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant provide to new franchisees?

Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant received a training and support score of 100 out of 100. The brand provides a comprehensive 360-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three managerial staff members for launch.

How many Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant franchise locations are there?

Little Greek Fresh Grill Restaurant had 47 total locations as of the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business 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.

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