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Del Taco sees significant sales results with expansion into the South

Del Taco, a Mexican quick service restaurant, reported that the brand is making significant strides in the South, with a focus on expansion in Georgia, Florida and the Carolinas.

March 3, 2015

Del Taco, a Mexican quick service restaurant, reported that the brand is making significant strides in the South, with a focus on expansion in Georgia, Florida and the Carolinas.

Franchisee Clay Gullatt of Columbus, Georgia is no stranger to Del Taco’s growing popularity. In 1997, he began his franchise career with a BBQ chain, followed by becoming a franchisee for a popular widespread pizza chain in 2002. Finding significant growth opportunity in the MQSR space, especially in the South, he was compelled to expand his portfolio.

Impressed by Del Taco’s commitment to quality, freshness and value, Gullatt became a franchisee, opening his first store in Columbus in August of 2014. The move resulted in the largest opening week in Del Taco’s 50-year history.

"When I opened the Columbus location, the community response was truly incredible – we had a line of guests out the door," Gullatt said in a statement. "Del Taco streamlined the process, providing me with a support staff for nearly a month that helped all three shifts of business. Del Taco is a true leader in franchise support and the ultimate partner."

With robust sales and high demand, Gullatt is focused solely on Del Taco. He has purchased rights for three stores and anticipates his next Del Taco will be located in Auburn, Alabama.

"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," Laura Tanaka, director of franchise development, said in a statement. "With the South proving to be an excellent franchise investment, now is the time to get involved."