OPA! of Greece Expands to Cranbrook

OPA! OF GREECE CONTINUES ITS BC EXPANSION, OPENING ITS FIRST CRANBROOK LOCATION

Cranbrook, British Columbia (October 27, 2024) – OPA! of Greece (“OPA”) is delighted to officially announce its first ever Cranbrook location is now open. A grand opening celebration will take place onThursday, October 24th, and will invite the community to enjoy a $5 chicken souvlaki and Greek salad meal from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with chances to win gift cards, free meals, and other exciting prizes.

Since the opening of its first location over 25 years ago, OPA! has remained a proudly Canadian business with authentic Greek roots. OPA! now serves up fresh Mediterranean cuisine at more than 115 locations from coast to coast, alongside the friendly customer service it has become known for among its fans. Using simple, quality ingredients, OPA! exudes a contagious energy for food and family, inviting guests to slow down and enjoy a moment fuelled by a delicious and nutritious meal.

“We are excited to be opening our new OPA! location and bringing the brand’s signature offerings to the Cranbrook community,” shared Trevor Gordon and Colin Sinclair, OPA! of Greece franchisees of this new location. “As new OPA! franchisees, both Colin and I are grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing growth of the OPA! brand in the BC market and are looking forward to serving up fresh, high-quality food with a great customer experience – exactly what the OPA! brand was built on.”

Embracing its Canadian roots alongside its Greek heritage has been the catalyst for OPA!’s expansion and continued growth. With restaurants from Vancouver Island to Ontario, OPA!’s tried-and-true Greek concept has empowered countless entrepreneurs who share the brand’s passion for fresh, quality food and an exceptional customer experience. The OPA! brand has been built in partnership with a diverse group of talented franchisees, like Trevor and Colin, who will help contribute to OPA!’s success and popularity across the country.

“We are delighted to introduce our new Cranbrook location, under the leadership of our new franchiseesTrevor and Colin”, adds Dorrie Karras, President & CEO of OPA! Souvlaki Franchise Group. “We are appreciative of their passion for the OPA! brand and desire to grow the business by winning customers over one meal at a time.”

As an added convenience, OPA! customers can now also place orders for take-out or delivery via OPA!’s brand-new dedicated app. The introduction of the OPA! app is indicative of the eatery’s desire to remain at the forefront of innovation, maximize convenience for consumers, and turn customers into fans through a positive brand experience.

“We are proud to attribute our ongoing growth and success to our loyal customer base, passionate franchisees, and industry-leading best practices,” says Tina Parsons, Director of Operations and Construction at OPA!. “Customer satisfaction is a key pillar of the OPA! business model, and we believe that the launch of our app is an important step forward in catering to those who are on the go and looking for quick and convenient service.”

OPA!’s newest Cranbrook restaurant is located at 1517 Cranbrook Street North and will be open, Monday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

For more information, please visit https://opasouvlaki.ca/.

About OPA! of Greece
Founded in Calgary, AB in 1998, OPA! has been serving Greek food to Canadians for over 25 years. Today’s customers live busy lives. But these days, when it comes to food, fast isn’t enough. They want to know they’re putting good food into their bodies and nourishing their families. When someone is welcomed into OPA!, they know exactly what they’re going to get. Quality ingredients packed with flavour, prepared, and cooked fresh. All at a good value that keeps them coming back. In 1998, the founder of OPA! of Greece opened the first Calgary location in Market Mall with a passion of serving fresh & healthy Greek food with legendary customer service. OPA! has built on its formula for success and is now Canada’s largest and fastest-growing Greek food franchise, with more than 115 locations nationwide from British Columbia to Ontario. For more information, please visit www.opasouvlaki.ca.

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