How many Del Taco outlets opened in California during 2023?
Del_Taco Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 421 | | | 2024 | 421 | 58 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 461 |
TABLE NO. 4 COMPANY-OWNED OUTLETS STATUS SUMMARY FOR FISCAL YEARS 2022 TO 2024
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired From Franchisee | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisee | Outlets at End of Year | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | California | 2022 | 231 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 228 | | | 2023 | 228 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 76 | 148 | | | 2024 | 148 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 34 | 111 | | Florida | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | | | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | | | 2024 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired From Franchisee | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisee | Outlets at End of
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, there were no Del Taco outlets opened in California during 2023, according to one table. However, another table indicates that 77 Del Taco outlets opened in California during 2023. This discrepancy could be due to a difference in how Del Taco tracks and reports outlet openings, or it could be a simple error in the FDD.
Prospective franchisees should carefully review Item 20 of the FDD and seek clarification from Del Taco regarding the conflicting information. Understanding the actual number of new openings is crucial for assessing the brand's growth and market penetration in California. This information can influence a franchisee's decision to invest in the California market.
It is important to note that the number of outlets opened does not necessarily reflect the success or profitability of those locations. Factors such as location, competition, and management can significantly impact an outlet's performance. Therefore, franchisees should conduct thorough due diligence and market research before investing in a Del Taco franchise.