Mexican-Inspired Legacy Chain Receives Prestigious Industry Recognition and Celebrates a New Growth Era
San Antonio, TX (RestaurantNews.com) Taco Cabana®, a celebrated fast-casual Mexican-inspired dining chain for nearly 50 years, has earned a coveted spot on this year’s Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers list, debuting at #58. Taco Cabana’s created significant brand momentum last year, fueled by the launch of a new franchising program, the introduction of numerous menu innovations and the announcement of its TC 3.0 prototype. As it embarks on a new growth era, Taco Cabana is positioned for more long-term growth, and the recognition from Fast Casual as a Mover & Shaker has reinforced its place among the industry’s top performers. For nearly two decades, Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers has identified the industry’s most successful brands, focusing on factors beyond profitability and growth, such as innovation, leadership, nimbleness and creativity.
“Our spot on the Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers list is a proud moment for our entire team and a powerful affirmation of the progress Taco Cabana has made as we usher in our next era of growth,” said Ulyses Camacho, President and COO of Taco Cabana. “Over the past year, we’ve sharpened our operational execution, reignited product innovation and reenergized the brand from the inside out, and this accolade proves that Taco Cabana is evolving and accelerating – with a clear vision and the discipline to grow with purpose.”
Taco Cabana is emerging from a transformative year that laid the groundwork for national expansion. In 2024, the brand launched a new franchising program to take the popular Texas chain to new markets nationwide. Designed by franchisees for franchisees, Taco Cabana’s franchising program offers a compelling opportunity for experienced multi-unit operators seeking a high-growth, operationally efficient concept. Also last year, Taco Cabana unveiled its innovative TC 3.0 prototype. The new 2,500-square-foot TC 3.0 prototype modernizes the guest experience and maximizes profitability with streamlined operations, flexible real estate options and enhanced service features, including a single makeline, single or double drive-thru lanes and a walk-up window. Each initiative reflects Taco Cabana’s commitment to operational excellence, guest convenience and thoughtful expansion – key considerations for this year’s Fast Casual Top 100 list.
Taco Cabana maintains deep market saturation in key Texas regions. The brand also is well-positioned for expansion into new markets across the country, including Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Missouri, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Tennessee. For more information about Taco Cabana’s franchising program, visit TacoCabana.com/franchising.
About Taco Cabana
Founded in 1978, Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of YTC Enterprises, LLC, offers Mexican-inspired food including breakfast, lunch and dinner tacos, dozen taco boxes, fajitas, quesadillas, burritos, freshly made flour tortillas and a selection of made-from-scratch salsas and sauces. Restaurants feature open-display cooking, a selection of bottled beer and signature tequila margaritas, patio dining, drive-thru windows, curbside pickup and delivery. Taco Cabana operates nearly 150 company-owned restaurants in Texas and is actively seeking multi-unit franchise partners who are passionate about introducing the successful legacy brand in Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Missouri, Oklahoma and Tennessee markets. For more information, visit TacoCabana.com.
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