Quick service Mexican menu chain Del Taco reports that the brand is making significant strides in the South, with a focus on expansion in Georgia, Florida and the Carolinas. “Del Taco has experienced solid franchise growth through the years, and with nearly 550 restaurants in 16 states, we are showing no signs of slowing,” said Laura Tanaka, Director, Franchise Development. “With the South proving to be an excellent franchise investment, now is the time to get involved.” In August 2014, Franchisee Clay Gullatt of Columbus, Georgia open his first store in Columbus. The move resulted in the largest opening week in Del Taco’s 50-year history and with continued sales and high demand, he has purchased rights for three stores and anticipates his next Del Taco will be located in Auburn, Alabama. At this time in the East Coast region, there are only two Del Taco locations in Florida and six in Gerogia. Early in 2015, the chain reported that it had signed two development agreements that will see the chain enter the Northeast region.
CATEGORY: Quick Service
Chain Name: Del Taco
Company Name: Del Taco LLC
Street Address: 25521 Commercentre Dr., Lake Forest, California 92630
Tel: 949/462-9300 Fax: 949/462-7444
Email: publicrelations@deltaco.com Website: www.deltaco.com & www.deltacofranchise.com
Menu Specialty: Fresh, made-to-order classic Mexican menu including tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos and American menu of hamburgers, fries and shakes.
Introduced: In Yermo, California in 1964 by Ed Hackbarth and David Jameson
No. of Locations: 550 in 16 states
Areas of Operation: National
Types of Location: Freestanding pad, end cap and conversions
BusinessType (corp., franchise, jv): Franchise
Size Req’d: 1500 to 2800 sq.ft.
Special Requirements (patio, drive-thru, etc): Drive-thru, near anchored centers, offices, schools, hospitals, etc. Parking for 25 to 30. Population of 35,000 or more in trade area. Passing traffic of at least 25,000 vehicles daily.
Contact Name: Paul Murphy – CEO
Mike Lucero – Vice President, Franchise Development, Real Estate
John Druse – Vice President, Design & Construction
Eric Grundmeier – Vice President, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance
David Wetzel – Vice President, Franchise Operations
Laura Tanaka – Director, Franchise Development (949/462-7379 ltanaka@deltaco.com)
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PARENT COMPANY: Del Taco LLC, Lake Forest, California
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Last Report: Restaurant & QSR Expansion Report #131 Last Update:
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