The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Opens Its First Louisiana Restaurant in Monroe

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill® has opened its first Louisiana restaurant location at 2600 Forsyth Ave in Monroe. The 2,300-square-foot restaurant, owned by local entrepreneur Ankur Patel, serves fresh, scratch-made Mediterranean favorites in an elevated fast-casual setting.

The fast-growing brand is known for fresh Mediterranean favorites and customizable meals, perfect for busy families who can pick up a quick take-home meal or relax together in the restaurant. Guests can choose options such as rice bowls, salads, and pita wraps with proteins such as gyro meat and salmon. Signature items include made-to-order Feta Fries, house-made dips, baklava ice cream, and rice pudding. There is also a kid's menu featuring five Little Greek plates to choose from.

“I’m proud to bring a new dining option to the Monroe area,” said Patel, who also owns two nearby Baskin-Robbins ice cream shops. “With fresh, flavorful Mediterranean dishes that offer a convenient option for busy lifestyles, I know The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill will be a welcome addition to the community. We want guests to come hungry, leave happy, experience fresh, and experience flavor."

Beyond dine-in and takeout, the new Monroe location offers catering for corporate events, community gatherings and family celebrations. Catering options include build-your-own gyro stations, souvlaki skewers, traditional sides and desserts, giving groups another way to enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean restaurant in Monroe.

Location Information

• Address: 2600 Forsyth Ave., Monroe, LA 71201
• Phone: 318-307-8905
• Hours: Monday – Thursday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Friday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• Website: https://www.thegreatgreekgrill.com/monroe-la
• Facebook: TheGreatGreekGrillMonroeLA
• Instagram: greatgreekgrillmonroela

In addition, the restaurant is strengthening its local commitment by making a $1,000 donation to the Foodbank of Northeast Louisiana at its upcoming ribbon-cutting celebration.

The award-winning Great Greek Mediterranean Grill® is a leading franchise within the Greek, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern fast-casual restaurant industry, serving a vibrant menu inspired by the fresh, flavorful ingredients of the Mediterranean diet. Each dish is prepared fresh, in-house to deliver bold flavor in every bite. Co-founded by two culinary trained, third-generation restauranteurs, Nick A. Della Penna and Trent Jones, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is an affiliated brand of United Franchise Group™, a globally recognized leader in franchising. For more information about The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill locations, menu and catering visit www.thegreatgreekgrill.com and for franchise information, visit www.thegreatgreekfranchise.com.