Del Taco Franchise

Quick-service Mexican restaurant

Ed Hackbarth opened the first Del Taco restaurant in Barstow, California, in 1964. A few months later, he added a second restaurant with a drive-thru window in Corona, California. Locations eventually spread across California and many parts of the United States. Del Taco restaurants offer items including a value menu of tacos, burritos and nachos priced under $1, a Macho menu of large burritos, nachos and drinks, and an American menu featuring hamburgers, French Fries and shakes.Seeking new franchise units in: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming         #90 on Franchise Rankings.com#127 in Franchise 500 for 2020.#224 in Franchise 500 for 2021.

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How much does it cost to open a Del Taco Franchise ?

The investment required to open a Del Taco Franchise is between $859,700 - $2,116,500 . There is an initial franchise fee of $35,000 which grants you the license to run a business under the Del Taco name.

Individual Franchise Costs

  • Initial Investment:
    $859,700 -
  • Initial Franchise Fee:
    $35,000
  • Royalty Fee:
    5%
  • Advertising Fee:
    4%
  • Term of Agreement:
    20 years
  • Renewal Fee:
    $25K

Expense In-House Third Party
Franchise Fee No Yes
Startup Costs No Yes
Equipment No Yes
Inventory No Yes
Accounts Receivable No Yes
Payroll No Yes

Training
Our leadership team, brand legacy and proven business model offer our franchisees the personal support, systems and resources needed to help establish manage and grow their business. From referring financing sources, site selection assistance and construction oversight to extensive hands-on management and crew training, new store opening support and robust marketing materials, our assistance doesn??t end when you open your doors. On-The-Job Training: 400 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours Additional Training: At training store

Support
Our professional and experienced support team provides: Ongoing management/crew training and manuals State-of-the-art POS systems to help franchisees track business indicators 24-hour technical support help desk and customer comment line Local store marketing toolbox, including community-based programs Effective advertising materials and market research Assistance from a dedicated Franchise Business Consultant and Franchise Marketing Manager Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform

Marketing
Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app

Del Taco Growth History

When did the first Del Taco open? 1964
When did Del Taco start Franchising ? 1967

Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 40% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 50 Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (35% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Del Taco is seeking passionate candidates who are committed to outstanding customer service to join us as we rapidly expand across the country. Our ideal franchisee is an experienced restaurant operator or an investor who will partner with an experienced operator and is committed to developing at least two restaurants over time.


How much money you could make as a Del Taco Franchise owner depends on a wide variety of factors. As a business owner, your primary goals are to strive for high sales while keeping your oper_ating costs as low as possible while still maintaining quality products and service. The monthly oper_ating costs that you will incur as a Del Taco Franchise owner may include royalty fees, rent or mortgage, staffing, products, supplies, utilities, administrative costs and other things. Although your monthly oper_ating costs may vary from month to month, your start up costs are typically fixed and they will cover the majority of your initial oper_ating equipment, signage, and renovations.

Initial Investment
$35,000 - $2,116,500
Initial Franchise Fee
$35,000
Royalty Fee
5%
Advertising Fee
4%
Term of Agreement
20 years
Renewal Fee
$25K
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