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Del Taco extends footprint in Utah

April 4, 2011

Del Taco has announced a major growth plan that calls for 13 new units in Utah. The development agreement was signed with franchisees Paul and Jane Hitzelberger who own Utah Del.

The Beehive State already has 24 Del Taco restaurants.

"Utah is a critical and growing market for Del Taco," said Jim Lyons, COO, franchising and chief development officer at Del Taco. "Our franchise partners Paul and Jane Hitzelberger are among the best in the business, and these growth plans will continue to bring Del Taco's great tasting food to more communities."

Nearly 10 years ago, then-Del Taco executive Paul Hitzelberger and his wife and business partner, Jane, took over eight Del Taco restaurants in Utah. The Hitzelbergers recently opened their 24th Del Taco.

This new development agreement will bring their total Del Taco restaurants to 37.

"After 25 years with Del Taco, I've never been more committed to the brand," said Paul Hitzelberger. "Del Taco is evolving in exactly the right way to continue to be a major player in the category. In Utah, our foundation for this growth opportunity is based on the right team members who are enthusiastic and committed to delivering Del Taco's great food and service to new customers. We are all excited about adding 13 more restaurants to our portfolio."

Del Taco has more than 525 restaurants in 18 states.