Opening soon in Naperville , Lombard and Tinley Park
 


Franchise Opportunities
 Taco Fresco is an affordable franchise system with an
overall investment that is low by industry standards.


 Taco Fresco as featured in
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For more information, contact:
Franchising Director   

Brian Stratton                               120 N. York #201                   Elmhurst, IL 60126                      773-968-9047 b.stratton@tacofresco.com

  

 
Low
High
Initial Franchise Fee
$22,500
$22,500
     Fee includes:
     Search and evaluation of site location
     Management training program
     Staff training
     Support
     Taco Fresco Operations Manual		    
   
Architect
$5,000
$10,000
Accounting & Legal
$5,000
$10,000
Signage
Exterior Sign
Awning
Window Decals
Menu Boards
$4,000
$10,000
Equipment
$15,000
$30,000
Tables & Chairs
$5,000
$8,000
Leasehold Improvements
Flooring
Plumbing
Electric
Millwork
Drywall/Ceiling
$60,000
$125,000
Opening Costs
$12,000
$20,000
Working Capital
2 Month's Rent

$8,000

$16,000
Total
$136,500
$251,500
     
Royalties: Franchisee royalties are 4% of adjusted gross sales
 

Frequently Asked Questions
 

How do you contact us?

Please contact Brian Stratton, Franchicsing Director, at 773-968-9047 or by e-mail at brian@tacofresco.com

 

What type of capital is necessary to open a Taco Fresco?
A typical Taco Fresco can be opened for $150,000 - $250,000.

 

What fees are associated with opening a Taco Fresco?

There is an initial franchise fee of $22,500.  Monthly royalties are 4% of gross sales.

 

What steps are involved in the franchising process?
  1. After due diligence, choose Taco Fresco
  2. Fill out the franchise data sheet
  3. Read and sign our franchise circular
  4. Sign the franchise agreement
  5. Find a location and negotiate a lease
  6. Choose an architect
  7. Choose a general contractor
  8. Build your restaurant
  9. Pay the $22,500 franchise fee
  10. Conduct hiring and training
  11. Open for business

 

What’s included in the franchise fee?
  1. Use of the Taco Fresco brand, trademarks, and logos
  2. Assistance in locating and evaluating a site
  3. Assistance in negotiating a lease
  4. Assistance in construction
  5. Comprehensive management training program, on and off-site
  6. Assistance in hiring and training of staff
  7. Taco Fresco Operations and Procedures Manual
  8. Continuing support

 

How long does it take to open a Taco Fresco?
Not including the time spent finding a location, typically 6-9 months to open.

 

Does Taco Fresco have any priority growth areas?

Taco Fresco’s main objective is steady growth in the Chicagoland area, with an emphasis in the surrounding suburbs.

 

Are area development plans available?
Yes.  We are open to granting exclusive area development plans to franchisees with the means and desire to open multiple Taco Frescos.

 

What is the size of a typical Taco Fresco?
Depending on location a single unit typically ranges from 1500-2500 square feet.