Does Del Taco provide technical support before the opening of a Del Taco Restaurant?
Del_Taco Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Before the opening of your Restaurant, we will provide technical support at your Restaurant through the first day of opening of your Restaurant.
The date and time of the pre-opening support will be determined by us in our sole discretion.
You must reimburse us for our travel, meals, lodging and expenses.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 21–28)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Del Taco's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Del Taco does provide technical support at the franchisee's restaurant before opening. Specifically, Del Taco will provide technical support through the first day of opening. The exact timing of this pre-opening support is determined by Del Taco.
However, this support comes with a cost to the franchisee. The franchisee is responsible for reimbursing Del Taco for travel, meals, lodging, and other expenses incurred by Del Taco's personnel while providing this technical support. This could potentially add a significant, though variable, expense to the initial investment.
Item 7 includes a line item for "Technical Support Expenses" with an estimated cost between $1,700 and $3,500. This amount is paid in a lump sum upon invoicing from Del Taco. This covers the franchisor's time and expertise, while the reimbursement covers their direct costs to be on-site.