In 2024, how many Del Taco outlets ceased operations for reasons other than termination, non-renewal, or reacquisition by the franchisor?
Del_Taco Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
0 | | | 2024 | 18 | | Total | 2022 | 4 | | | 2023 | 9 | | | 2024 | 32 |
TABLE NO. 3 FRANCHISED OUTLETS STATUS SUMMARY FOR FISCAL YEARS 2022 TO 2024
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termi- nations | Non- Renewa ls | Outlets Reacquired by Franchisor | Outlet Ceased Operatio ns for Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Alabama | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | | | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | | | 2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | | Arizona | 2022 | 40 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 39 | | | 2023 | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39 | | | 2024 | 39 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 39 | | California | 2022 | 137 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 135 | | | 2023 | 135 | 77 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 210 | | | 2024 | 210 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 244 | | Colorado | 2022 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 20 | | | 2023 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 | | | 2024 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 19 | | Florida | 2022 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | | | 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | | | 2024 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | | Georgia | 2022 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | | | 2023 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | | | 2024 | 11 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 23 | | Guam | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | | | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | | | 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Idaho | 2022 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | | | 2023 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | | | 2024 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | | Michigan | 2022 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | | | 2023 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | | | 2024 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 1 | | Mississippi | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | | 2023 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | | | 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termi- nations | Non- Renewa ls | Outlets Reacquired by Franchisor | Outlet Ceased Operatio ns for Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 2022 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 2023 | 9 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 45 | |
| 2024 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 44 | |
| New Mexico | 2022 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2023 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 13 | |
| 2024 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | |
| Ohio | 2022 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | |
| Oregon | 2022 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 2023 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | |
| 2024 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | |
| South | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Carolina | ||||||||
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Utah | 2022 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 2023 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35 | |
| 2024 | 35 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36 | |
| Virginia | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Washington | 2022 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 54–58)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Del Taco's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a total of 9 Del Taco outlets ceased operations for reasons other than termination, non-renewal, or reacquisition by the franchisor during the year 2024. This figure is derived from a comprehensive table that provides a state-by-state breakdown of outlet activity, including openings, closures, and transfers.
Specifically, the table, titled 'Outlets and Franchisee Information,' lists the number of outlets that ceased operations for 'other reasons' in each state where Del Taco has a presence. By summing the values in the 'Outlet Ceased Operations for Other Reasons' column for the year 2024 across all states, we arrive at the total of 9. This number excludes closures due to terminations, non-renewals, or reacquisition by Del Taco, focusing solely on those that closed for different reasons.
For a prospective franchisee, this information is valuable in understanding the stability and potential risks associated with owning a Del Taco franchise. While terminations, non-renewals, and re acquisitions are significant events, closures for 'other reasons' could indicate issues such as underperformance, location problems, or other unforeseen circumstances. It is important to note that Michigan had 9 outlets reacquired by the franchisor in 2024.
Understanding the reasons behind these 'other' closures can provide insights into the challenges and opportunities within the Del Taco system. A potential franchisee should inquire with Del Taco about the specific reasons for these closures to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the factors that can impact the success of a franchise location.