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Del Taco expands Florida footprint

Del Taco Restaurants Inc will open six new restaurants in Florida.

March 7, 2016

Del Taco Restaurants Inc will open six new restaurants in Florida with the signing of an exclusive development agreement for Brevard County, according to a company press relese. As part of the brand's ongoing efforts to expand its footprint in both new and existing markets, Del Taco will operate eight locations in Florida by 2022 including its two existing locations in the Orlando area.

"Del Taco is raising the bar in the industry through its commitment to serving fresh, delicious and made-to-order food at an unbeatable value. This QSR-plus experience resonates well with the Florida community, as proven by the brand's success in Orlando," said a franchise group spokesperson. "We're confident that Brevard County will love Del Taco and we look forward to a long and fruitful partnership with this growing brand."

The new franchise group has agreed to open six free-standing Del Taco restaurants in Brevard County. Bringing over 16 years of experience operating other retail and foodservice outlets in the area, the new franchise group is excited to bring their diversity of business expertise into the growing Mexican QSR+ category, the release stated.

"Expanding our presence in Florida is another exciting step in Del Taco's mission to bring fresh, made-to-order Mexican and American favorites to new guests across the country," said Laura Tanaka, director of franchise development. "We're increasing our QSR+ capabilities in our working kitchens, strengthening our support systems for our franchise partners and introducing new menu platforms. All of these additional benefits make it a great time to be a Del Taco franchisee."

Del Taco is continuing to recruit franchise candidates with foodservice operations and real estate experience in the Southeastern United States. The company offers training, as well as operational and marketing support to franchisees.