Nick the Greek Expands to Texas and Arizona With New Restaurants and Fresh Menu Additions
HOUSTON, TX — Popular fast-casual brand Nick the Greek, known for serving authentic Greek street food, is bringing its flavors to Texas. The chain announced new restaurant openings in Houston as part of a nationwide expansion that also includes Phoenix, Arizona.
What’s New at Nick the Greek
Founded in 2014 in Northern California by three cousins — all named Nick Tsigaris — the brand has grown quickly to more than 85 restaurants nationwide. In the first half of 2025 alone, Nick the Greek opened seven new locations and introduced four new menu items, while earning significant industry recognition for its momentum.
Chief Operating Officer Komiel Mohsen described the year as transformative, highlighting the company’s mission: “From exciting menu launches like our Mediterranean Bowl, to opening locations in hot, new markets like Houston and Phoenix, 2025 has been a transformative year for Nick the Greek, even as our mission remains just as it was on day one: delivering authentic Greek street food without compromising quality.”
Inside the Menu and Experience
Nick the Greek is built around a fast-casual dining model that emphasizes authenticity, speed, and value. Favorites include:
- Gyros packed with seasoned meats and fresh vegetables
- Mediterranean Bowls, one of the chain’s newest and top-selling menu launches
- Tahini Crunch and Chopped Salads, introduced during National Salad Month
- Pistachio Cream “Dubai Chocolate” Froyo, inspired by a viral global dessert trend
The company reports that these innovations have boosted sales across categories, with bowl sales rising nearly 70% after the Mediterranean Bowl launch and frozen yogurt sales climbing 54% after the pistachio dessert debut .
Author POV:
Greek street food has a way of balancing comfort and freshness, and Nick the Greek nails it. I can see Houston residents quickly adopting this as a lunchtime favorite — the kind of place you duck into for a quick gyro but leave thinking about that froyo or salad innovation. The combination of traditional flavors and modern menu ideas is exactly what’s resonating with diners right now.
Community Buzz and What’s Next
Industry watchers say Nick the Greek is on track to surpass 100 locations by the end of 2025, effectively doubling its footprint since 2023. Beyond Houston and Phoenix, the brand is preparing for its first Nashville restaurant and eyeing further national expansion.
For Texas diners, the arrival of Nick the Greek signals a fresh alternative to standard fast-casual chains, bringing vibrant Mediterranean cuisine into the mix. With the brand’s proven business model and consumer buzz, its Houston opening is likely just the beginning of a larger Texas footprint.
Will you be trying a classic gyro or diving straight into the new Mediterranean Bowl when Nick the Greek opens in Houston? Share your go-to order in the comments, and keep following CityScoopNow.com for updates on new Texas restaurant openings.