Fast-Growing Chain Grows Kansas City Presence with Third Area Location
Nick the Greek, a national chain serving up authentic Greek street food, is now open in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, marking the brand’s second location in the state and third in the Kansas City metropolitan area. The new restaurant is owned and operated by Arthur Gilbreath, experienced Nick the Greek franchise partner who also owns the Olathe and Kansas City locations. With over 85 locations in operation and dozens more in development, Nick the Greek is poised to reach 100 restaurants systemwide by the end of 2025, highlighting the growing demand for high-quality Greek street food across the United States.
“The Kansas City community has embraced Nick the Greek since we arrived in 2022, and we’re proud to expand our local footprint with a third location,” said Gilbreath. “There’s a clear appetite for authentic, high-quality Greek street food, and we look forward to sharing our bold flavors and fast-casual convenience with the Lee’s Summit community.”
Established in 2014 by cousins Big Nick, Little Nick and Baby Nick Tsigaris – all named after their grandfather per Greek tradition – Nick the Greek satisfies the desire for healthy, flavorful and authentic Greek cuisine in a fast casual environment without compromising quality. Drawing from two generations of restaurant entrepreneurship and countless visits to Greece, the street food-inspired menu boasts flavorful gyro meats cooked in-house on a traditional vertical rotisserie, charbroiled souvlaki skewers, zesty sauces, fresh vegetables and authentic Greek treats including baklava and Greek donuts. In meeting the high demand for Greek street food, Nick the Greek has carved out a niche for itself in the ultra-competitive fast casual space – a differentiator that has proven to be critical to the brand’s rapid growth.
Nick the Greek has greatly accelerated expansion efforts in recent years, adding dozens of new locations and increasing its store count by nearly 100 percent since 2021. Today, guests can find Nick the Greek restaurants throughout seven states, including California, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Kansas, Missouri and Utah. By strategically establishing locations in high-visibility downtown metro areas, Nick the Greek has reached large audiences and steadily developed a diverse and devoted fan base. The brand has identified key markets throughout the U.S. and is seeking franchise partners interested in expanding their portfolios with a progressive fast casual brand on the rise.
Nick the Greek’s Lee’s Summit restaurant is located at 1020 NW Pryor Road, Suite C, and can be reached by telephone at (913) 361-7999. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For additional information about Nick the Greek, visit NickTheGreek.com.
Founded in 2014 by three cousins – Big Nick, Little Nick and Baby Nick Tsigaris, all named after their grandfather per Greek tradition, Nick the Greek is a family-friendly fast casual restaurant offering authentic Greek street food. Specializing in gyros and souvlaki, the menu features flavorful rotisserie meats, charbroiled skewers, zesty sauces and the freshest vegetables. The brand boasts nearly 90 locations throughout California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, and Kansas, with dozens more in the works across the Western United States. With streamlined operations, a menu focused on quality, sleek restaurant design and high consumer demand for fresh, authentic Greek flavors, Nick the Greek is primed for expansion over the next several years. For more information, visit NickTheGreek.com.