Overview
Owner-operators share two common passions. One is for the restaurant business and the other is to succeed!
MR. GREEK Restaurants is the largest & fastest-growing Greek restaurant franchise in North America. Twenty-one restaurants are now in operation, with ongoing development in Canada and the US in 2007. MR. GREEK Restaurants offer two unique models - Fast Casual and Full Service - making MR. GREEK perfect for any location. Mediterranean food has long been considered most flavourful and naturally healthy - and it's now one of the fastest growing segments in the restaurant industry with MR. GREEK positioned to dominate the segment.
MR. GREEK Restaurants is the largest & fastest-growing Greek restaurant franchise in North America. Twenty-one restaurants are now in operation, with ongoing development in Canada and the US in 2007. MR. GREEK Restaurants offer two unique models - Fast Casual and Full Service - making MR. GREEK perfect for any location. Mediterranean food has long been considered most flavourful and naturally healthy - and it's now one of the fastest growing segments in the restaurant industry with MR. GREEK positioned to dominate the segment.
Products & Services
Since 1988, Mr. GREEK has become a household name and its brand awareness far outweighs the number of locations. This has been achieved through various carefully-planned marketing initiatives and community involvement.
MR. GREEK's Creative team is constantly developing promotional materials. To effectively reach the diverse markets where Mr. GREEK is available, marketing initiatives are customized to ensure maximum impact.
Consistent messaging, in-store presence as well as a fresh approach to marketing have led to continuous growth in sales and brand awareness. Mr. GREEK continues to be the largest and fastest-growing Greek/Mediterranean Chain in all of North America.
MR. GREEK's Creative team is constantly developing promotional materials. To effectively reach the diverse markets where Mr. GREEK is available, marketing initiatives are customized to ensure maximum impact.
Consistent messaging, in-store presence as well as a fresh approach to marketing have led to continuous growth in sales and brand awareness. Mr. GREEK continues to be the largest and fastest-growing Greek/Mediterranean Chain in all of North America.
Training & Support
MR. GREEK's support for their franchisees is the best in its class. Owning and operating a MR. GREEK franchise includes use of the brand name, trademarks, recipes, policies, procedures, specifications, systems and methods and décor as well as support in the following specific areas:- Real Estate/Site Selection
- Construction and Design
- Purchasing and Distribution
- Operating manuals, policies, procedures, and business management systems
- Employee and Management Selection
- Marketing and Advertising
- On-going training
MR. GREEK offers an extremely comprehensive training program, where franchisees learn every element of their business. From the most junior hourly positions to management and ownership functions, franchisees are taken through the steps of building their business to be successful. National Office support continues to be available once the franchisee has opened their buisness and training has been completed.
Why Mr. Greek Restaurants?
MR. GREEK's success can be measured by the positive feedback left by customers, franchisees and many others we have impacted through our food and service.
"MR. GREEK is not simply about running a business. When you are involved with MR. GREEK, you are part of a family. Customers love coming to MR. GREEK and they have for almost 20 years now. At the end of the day, it's nice to know that you are part of a system that you, yourself believe in- we offer a great product, service and experience overall. I am very proud of the direction that the company is taking and I look forward to great things in the future."
Angelo Santorelli - Dufferin & Finch, MR. GREEK Mediterranean Grill
"I chose to join the chain for several reasons; among those reasons, the great food, a successful concept, and being one of the most preferred restaurants to my friends and acquaintances here in Canada. Therefore, I decided to make my success connected to such a well-known name - MR. GREEK."
Adrian Salama - Oakville, MR. GREEK Mediterranean Grill
"A reliable food chain with good quality of food and service, a good support team at the head office, a bright future with the potential to have multiple units"
Samoeel Youssef -Mississauga, MR. GREEK Express
"MR. GREEK is not simply about running a business. When you are involved with MR. GREEK, you are part of a family. Customers love coming to MR. GREEK and they have for almost 20 years now. At the end of the day, it's nice to know that you are part of a system that you, yourself believe in- we offer a great product, service and experience overall. I am very proud of the direction that the company is taking and I look forward to great things in the future."
Angelo Santorelli - Dufferin & Finch, MR. GREEK Mediterranean Grill
"I chose to join the chain for several reasons; among those reasons, the great food, a successful concept, and being one of the most preferred restaurants to my friends and acquaintances here in Canada. Therefore, I decided to make my success connected to such a well-known name - MR. GREEK."
Adrian Salama - Oakville, MR. GREEK Mediterranean Grill
"A reliable food chain with good quality of food and service, a good support team at the head office, a bright future with the potential to have multiple units"
Samoeel Youssef -Mississauga, MR. GREEK Express
Are You a Good Fit for Mr. Greek Restaurants?
Mr. Greek is seeking single-unit franchisees for the Ontario, Canada market and multi-unit development partners in territories throughout North America. Single unit franchise applicants should possess the following characteristics:- A strong desire to succeed;
- The understanding that it is the customer who drives our business;
- The ability to recruit, train and motivate people;
- The willingness to devote a "hands-on" approach to the day-to-day operation of the business; and
- The understanding that a franchisee is part of a team and, as such has a responsibility to every team member to operate the restaurant to the best of one's ability.
To be considered for multi-unit development, individuals or partnerships must meet the following minimum characteristics:
- 5 years multi-unit restaurant management experience as an owner and/or operator
- Minimum financial net worth of $500,000 and liquidity of $200,000
- Development agreement commitment of 3-20 units
- Knowledge of real estate and trade areas in the development territory
- Must have a strong desire to succeed, intense drive, and passion for the restaurant industry
