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The Taco Maker Franchise

Mexican fast-food restaurant chain

After gaining valuable experience in successfully developing a large franchise system, Gil L. Craig founded The Taco Maker Inc. in 1968. Based in Ogden, Utah, The Taco Maker franchise system has locations in the United States, Latin America, Western Europe, and the Far and Middle East. Franchise sites include traditional freestanding buildings and mall food courts as well as the Express program, which complements The Taco Maker's co-branding relationship with companies including Blimpie and selected service station chains.

Now seeking motivated, outgoing individuals looking to franchise and become a part of a fast growing community.

We offer a winning combination of food brands that include The Taco Maker®, Jake's Over the Top®, and Mayan Juice™ – all available as part of the same outlet. We have locations in a variety of outlet types, with design formats to meet almost every need.

Our facilities are designed to reflect specific motifs with state-of-the-art materials and equipment. All of this sets us apart from the competition. The creation of fine foods starts with kitchen and production lines that are clean and organized in such a way as to encourage efficiency and minimize waste.

Franchise Opportunities are Available!

The diversity of our multiple-brand outlets makes them the most successful opportunities available. Single-concept outlets are available when restrictive elements exist because of covenants or prior exclusivity on competing products. We have the ability to go into spaces from 400 square feet to 3500 square feet in traditional freestanding units, convenience stores, shopping malls, food courts, airports, and in-line strip centers, all of which have all proven their success.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a The Taco Maker Franchises?

Total Cost: $221,000 USD -$400,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $19,000 USD -$29,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 5%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 15 years
Franchise Agreement Renewal Fee: $5K

Contact Information for The Taco Maker

The Taco Maker
P.O. Box 150650
Ogden, UT
84415

Phone Number: (801)476-9780
Fax Number: (801)476-9788

Franchise Homepage:

The Taco Maker In the Press

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Historical Expansion

In what year did The Taco Maker begin operations? 1978
When did The Taco Maker begin selling franchises? 1978

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2005 132 0 1 3
2004 128 0 1 3
2003 128 0 3 2
2002 130 0 4 3
2001 125 0 4 3

Future Expansion

Countries of Interest: Canada, Philippines, Western Europe,

Franchise Financing Information

Cost In House Financing Available? 3rd Party Financing Available?
Franchise Fee No Yes
Initial Start-up Capital No Yes
Plant, Property, and Equipment No Yes
Inventory No Yes
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

3rd Party Financing Available? Financing Source(s): the SBA & private lending institutions

Training & Support

Support
In the Pressletter, Toll free phone number, Grand opening support, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, National media

Franchise Operation Restrictions

International franchise business owners required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 30% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 35

Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees. (90% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Jason Rager's Inside Information

    Can you buy this franchise for no money down? Yes
    What key terms in the franchise agreement can be negotiated? Cross-default provisions, arbitration clause, personal guarantee, default cure periods, non-compete agreement, favorable valuations for corporate buyout
    Can you negotiate lower royalties during start-up? Yes
    Can you purchase multiple franchises for a discounted franchise fee? Yes
    Can you receive lower advertising fees? Yes
    Will I know when the franchise break even? Yes
    Will my personal assets including my home be safe in case my franchise business fails? Yes
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