Taco Bell's 99-cent chicken flatbread returns

August 31, 2011

Taco Bell will re-introduce its 99-cent Chicken Flatbread Sandwich for a limited time beginning Sept. 5. The item, which features 100-percent marinated…

Del Taco continues Colorado expansion

August 23, 2011

The fourth Colorado Springs, Colo., Del Taco restaurant opened this week, doubling the chain's presence in the city within the past six months.

Taco Cabana launches Fajitas Puebla Steak, Chicken Tacos

August 21, 2011

Taco Cabana has launched chicken and steak fajitas puebla tacos for a limited time.

Taco Cabana overhauls marketing campaign

August 9, 2011

San Antonio-based advertising and branding agency BradfordLawton is spearheading a new creative campaign for Taco Cabana that includes print, outdoor and TV…

Del Taco unveils new prototype store, logo

August 7, 2011

Lake Forest, Calif.-based Del Taco is undergoing a makeover that includes the introduction of a new logo and a new restaurant prototype.

Del Taco debuts two new burritos

July 31, 2011

Del Taco has added two new burritos to its menu with the introduction of the 59-cent Chipotle Value Bean & Cheese Burrito and the Nacho Crunch Burrito.

Taco Cabana’s parent company names new CEO

July 20, 2011

Carrols Restaurant Group Inc. has named Timothy Taft as chief executive officer of Fiesta Restaurant Group Inc. effective Aug. 15.

El Pollo Loco completes refinancing effort

July 20, 2011

El Pollo Loco Inc. and its parent company, EPL Intermediate Inc., have completed its previously announced refinancing agreement. The company refinanced its…

El Pollo Loco is feeling the Mexcellence

July 17, 2011

El Pollo Loco is launching a multi-faceted campaign that includes new television and radio ads, social media components and in-restaurant signage, all…

Sombrero Mexican Food launches franchise program

July 14, 2011

After more than 25 years of serving the San Diego community, Sombrero Mexican Food has launched its first franchise program.

Del Taco names VP of franchise sales

June 30, 2011

Michael Vogel has been named vice president of franchise sales for Del Taco effective immediately. In his new role, Vogel oversees franchise sales and market…

Consumer Reports releases first QSR survey; smaller chains prevail

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

June 29, 2011

Quick-service giants McDonald's, Burger King, KFC and Taco Bell failed to impress Consumer Reports subscribers in the magazine's first-ever quick-service food…

Taco Bell Canada campaign curbs summer boredom

June 27, 2011

Taco Bell Canada is encouraging fans to join the brand in a spirited summer "stand against boring."

Del Taco debuts Ultimate Grilled Chicken Burrito

June 13, 2011

Del Taco has unveiled its Ultimate Grilled Chicken Burrito, which features chicken marinated in a special recipe, zesty red sauce, seasoned rice, lettuce…

Del Taco partners with GameFly for free trial

May 31, 2011

Del Taco has teamed up with GameFly Inc., a leading online video game rental subscription service, for a national promotion that runs from now until the end of…

Taco Bell rolling out 12 Pack for the summer

May 15, 2011

Taco Bell has launched the 12 Pack – 12 crunchy tacos for $10 – at participating locations with the music of Feed the Beat artist Chiddy Bang to promote the…

El Pollo Loco reports slight sales drop

May 9, 2011

EPL Intermediate Inc., parent company of El Pollo Loco Inc., today reported results for the 13 weeks ended March 30.

Del Taco rolls out chipotle, bacon ranch flavors

May 2, 2011

California-based Del Taco has introduced two bold new sauce flavors – Creamy Chipotle and Bacon Ranch, made with real ranch dressing and bacon.

Taco Cabana brings back brisket line

April 26, 2011

Taco Cabana has re-introduced a line of hickory-smoked brisket tacos, a twist on traditional Texas BBQ. The item debuted as a limited-time offering last year.

Del Taco expands in Denver

April 20, 2011

Del Taco's 15th restaurant in the Denver market will open April 22. The new restaurant is located at 43 Union Blvd. in Lakewood.