Griolladh

About Griolladh

Griolladh was founded in Ireland in June 2020 by friends Jack Brennan and Jacob Long. The business began during the pandemic with a small food trailer serving grilled cheese sandwiches and coffee. Strong early demand encouraged the founders to expand through pop-ups and permanent restaurants, establishing Griolladh as a distinctive Irish quick-service brand.

Its menu centres on customisable toasties made with proprietary malted sourdough, Irish dairy products and signature sauces, complemented by speciality coffee, salads and snacks. The business has developed restaurants across Dublin, Cork, Kildare and Limerick, alongside event catering. Franchise formats include high-street shops, kiosks, containers and mobile units. Griolladh is now seeking partners for further growth in Ireland and the UK, offering a streamlined operating model that does not require kitchen extraction, together with training, marketing and operational support.

Why franchise with Griolladh

• ✓Join a growing Irish quick-service brand specialising in distinctive grilled cheese toasties.
• ✓Offer customisable sandwiches made with signature sourdough, Irish dairy and bespoke sauces.
• ✓Choose from high-street restaurants, compact kiosks, containers and mobile catering units.
• ✓Benefit from a streamlined kitchen model that does not require conventional extraction systems.
• ✓Access initial training, operational guidance, marketing campaigns and point-of-sale support.
• ✓Explore single-site, multi-unit and area development opportunities in the growing UK market.

Investment breakdown

Minimum investment	£60,000
Maximum investment	£100,000
Franchise fee	£15,000
Management service fee	5%
Marketing contribution	1%

What's expected of a franchisee

Property requirements

Griolladh offers flexible premises ranging from approximately 200 sq ft kiosks and containers to 800 sq ft high-street restaurants. Suitable locations include city centres, shopping destinations, transport hubs, universities and other high-footfall environments. The concept does not require conventional kitchen extraction, potentially reducing fit-out complexity and opening more property options. Sites need suitable power, refrigeration, food preparation, storage and customer service facilities.

Training and support

Griolladh provides franchisees with comprehensive initial training, including practical instruction at operating locations. Support covers food preparation, recipes, customer service, staff management and daily procedures. The central team coordinates national marketing campaigns, social media activity and ongoing operational guidance. Franchisees also receive assistance with point-of-sale systems, with technical support advertised around the clock. Property evaluation and launch preparation form part of the approval process.

Operational requirements

Franchisees manage daily toastie preparation, customer service, staffing, stock control and financial performance. Operators must follow approved recipes, maintain food safety and allergen standards, and ensure consistent presentation of sandwiches and drinks. The streamlined kitchen model is designed for efficient service during busy trading periods. Responsibilities also include equipment maintenance, supplier management, local marketing, customer feedback and engagement with the surrounding community.

Experience required

Griolladh seeks commercially minded franchise partners with enthusiasm for hospitality, customer service and the brand’s Irish identity. Previous foodservice or retail experience is preferred, particularly for operators planning multiple locations. Applicants should demonstrate financial resources, leadership ability and a willingness to follow established systems. Franchisees must be comfortable managing staff, maintaining food quality and building local relationships in busy trading environments.