Grater Grilled Cheese - Franchise

With 4 corporate-owned locations in Southern California, Grater is poised to expand into the rest of the nation and bring this game-changing concept to the hearts and mouths of Americans all over the country. 

Our menu highlights the classic grilled cheese iconic sandwich, but in a high-quality and gourmet way. Our Lobster Grilled Cheese, for example, is a staple of the menu and one of our best sellers. We also offer Burgers, Soups, Salads, Mac & Cheese, Beer and more. We use the best ingredients, prepare our delicious food in-house, and our guests can’t get enough. 

The beauty of our concept is that we appeal to a broad range of demographics. Whether you’re in the corporate world, a mother taking care of kids, a retiree, or a high school/college student, a delicious grilled cheese sandwich speaks to any and all ages. 

Grater is growing, and our future franchisees will be glad they joined our brand. So explore this site to learn more about franchising opportunities and connect with us to discuss how you can join the team!

At Grater, we believe that successful franchises are built on flavorful food, motivation to stand out, and strong business partnerships. We are invested in our franchisees’ success, and we are actively seeking equally passionate franchisees to join our brand.

KEY DIFFERENTIATORS

• A focus on top notch ingredients, comfort fool for the soul, and a friendly environment
• Easy buildout for lower construction and operations costs compared to other concepts
• Flexible footprints accommodate different types of spaces from traditional to airports to universities to food courts
• Strong catering and off-premise business provide additional revenue streams without additional overhead
• Marketing support and technology allows for customizable materials for local/regional flexibility

REASONS TO INVEST

• A leader in the fast-casual Grilled Cheese restaurant category
• Proven performance within existing markets
• Strong catering and off-premise business
• Exciting opportunity to grow with a strong brand
• Broad appeal - multiple demographics, occasions and locations

SUPPORT
From the very beginning of the franchising process all the way through to the grand opening and for as long as you own the franchise, Grater offers outstanding support services to help you succeed.

• Real estate and location support
• Local marketing support
• Training and operations support