Del Taco Signs Franchise Deal To Build 5 Restaurants In Pasco County

PASCO COUNTY, FL — Del Taco, which bills itself as "the nation’s second-largest Mexican quick service restaurant" in homage to Taco Bell, has announced a deal that will add 10 locations in Florida, including Pasco County.

Tom Edwards is the newest franchisee to join Del Taco with a commitment to build five new restaurants in Pasco County. Edwards has more than 10 years of experience as an owner-operator of multiple successful restaurant brands.

“My partner and I have been fans of Del Taco for a long time and know that with our knowledge of the area and Del Taco’s unique combination of fresh ingredients at an unbeatable value, it will be a favorite among the residents of Pasco County,” said Edwards.

Oliver Hurd, founder and managing partner of franchise group, 61 Holdings, has signed a five-restaurant deal to build Del Tacos in Palm Beach and North Broward County as well.

“Del Taco has focused heavily on finding the right partners to continue growing the brand in the Southeast and both of these franchise groups are ideal partners who will further accelerate our growth and meet the demand for Del Taco in this fast-growing part of the country,” said Tim Linderman, chief development officer. “Each group has a proven record of success with other brands and we know they will bring that same level of dedication to Del Taco.”

With development areas open across the U.S., Del Taco is continuing to seek multi-unit operators who are looking for the opportunity to grow alongside the company. Click here.

Founded in 1964, Del Taco serves more than three million guests each week at its approximately 600 restaurants across 15 states. It offers a variety of Mexican and American favorites such as burritos, burgers and tacos along with less common fast-food offerings such as tamales.

Del Taco prides itself on quality ingredients like freshly grilled chicken and carne asada steak, fresh house-made guacamole, freshly grated cheddar cheese, slow-cooked beans made from scratch and its signature creamy Queso Blanco.

Founded in 1964, today Del Taco serves more than three million guests each week at its approximately 600 restaurants across 15 states.