Taco Cabana Expands Beyond Texas with New Franchise Program, Aiming for Over 1,000 Locations by 2033

San Antonio’s Taco Cabana is Hitting the Road!

Hey there, taco lovers! Exciting news is sizzling in the air from San Antonio as Taco Cabana, the beloved Tex-Mex chain, is looking to spread its wings and serve its deliciousness beyond Texas and New Mexico. This is no ordinary expansion; Taco Cabana is *rolling out a brand new franchise program* that aims to take its savory bites into new territories including Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Tennessee.

Spreading the Taco Love

For those who might not know, Taco Cabana has been a staple in the Tex-Mex dining scene since 1978. The first location opened up at Hildebrand and San Pedro avenues, and guess what? It’s still running strong! After being acquired three years ago by an affiliate of Yadav Enterprises Inc.—the folks behind a plethora of popular franchises including Jack in the Box and Denny’s—the restaurant chain is now ready to fuel its growth and reach eager taco fans in new states.

President and Chief Operating Officer, Ulyses Camacho, shared the enthusiasm: “After 45 storied years building the Taco Cabana brand in Texas, we have the leadership and operational systems in place to deliver a nationwide franchising opportunity for *passionate and experienced operators*.” It doesn’t get much better than that for potential franchisees, does it?

What Does This Expansion Mean?

With this fresh franchising initiative, Taco Cabana is not just setting its sights on those new states. They are also looking to *expand even more* in the metro suburbs of Texas itself. Currently, the chain operates nearly 150 company-owned restaurants primarily located in Texas and a few in New Mexico under franchised ownership. The ambitious goal of Yadav Enterprises is to open over 1,000 locations by 2033, which is a whopping increase of more than 500%. Now that’s a dramatic rise in taco availability!

Franchise Details Still Under Wraps

While this news is exciting, specifics regarding franchise fees and requirements haven’t been officially announced yet. A spokesperson for the company couldn’t respond immediately, but let’s keep our fingers crossed for some delicious details to come soon!

A Tasty History

Looking back, Felix Stehling, the founder of Taco Cabana, had some ups and downs when it came to franchising. After opening nine locations by 1986, he wanted to take the company public and sell franchises. However, family ties meant different business outlooks, and that led to some franchise complications.

Over the years, Taco Cabana faced challenges, particularly with maintaining the quality of fresh ingredients across franchises when attempting to expand into states like Colorado and Georgia. But times have changed, and with the latest acquisition and strategic overhaul of operations and menu offerings, the chain looks refreshed and revitalized.

What’s Next for Taco Cabana?

Since the acquisition, Taco Cabana has not only embraced a *new restaurant prototype* but has also revamped its mobile app, making it easier for fans to order their favorites on the go. With an expanded menu designed to boost sales and appeal to a wider audience, the future looks bright (and delicious) for Taco Cabana.

So, whether you’re already a fan or you’re just hearing about this *tasty treasure*, keep an eye out because Taco Cabana is shaking things up and making moves. The anticipation for those tasty tacos and enchiladas in new states is sure to increase excitement among Tex-Mex fans everywhere.

Who knows? Your favorite local Taco Cabana spot could be closer than you think!