Franchising

GFG accelerating Pennsylvania expansion

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February 24, 2021

Greek from Greece Cafe Cuisine has opened its first two Pennsylvania locations, according to a company press release. The location at 107 N. 33rd St., is the concept's first franchised unit and the restaurant at 115 W. State St., in Kennett Square, is one of more than 40 corporate locations in development this year.

Franchisee Dimitri Gouliaberis, the chain's first franchisee, is taking after his father, who immigrated from Northern Greece to the U.S. in 1972 and opened a restaurant.

"Dimitri shares our love for Greek food, our passion for exceptional ingredient quality and our dedication to creating a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere for each guest," Georgios (George) Drosos, CEO of GFG said in the release. "We are thrilled to bring authentic Greek flavors, served with our signature Greek hospitality, to diners across the Philadelphia area."

The first GFG opened in 2017 and will have 45 locations by year's end.

"GFG is growing at lightning-speed, and expanding into Pennsylvania is a strategic move as the brand gains popularity across the East Coast," Dan Rowe, CEO of Fransmart, GFG's franchising partner said in the release. "With a flexible design that's perfect for low-cost conversions, GFG has created the perfect opportunity for franchisees with a passion for Greek cuisine at an accessible price-point."