Dallas, TX, November 15, 2021 – Taco Bueno continues to expand with a new location at 744 W I-30 in Royse City, TX. To emphasize our tradition of always making fresh and high quality Tex-Mex, we have remodeled this location with vibrant, bold colors.
A number of the new features that have been implemented in the newly remodeled location in Addison, Texas, will be incorporated into numerous other locations that are in the process of being constructed. In addition to bright, vibrant colors, energy-efficient led lighting, and Mexican décor, there is also colorful accent lighting and high-top bar seating so guests can use laptops and tablets. Digital menu boards and promotional signage are also featured. The contemporary Tex-Mex flavors, ingredients, and items offered by modernized restaurants and frequent menu changes will continue to drive growth in 2021.
It now operates 142 locations throughout Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas since being founded in 1967 in Abilene, Texas. Muchacos, which are tacos covered with a soft pita-like shell, are among Taco Bueno's most popular items. Additionally, they offer a variety of "Big Freakin" dishes, which are all of their favorites, but double their size People Magazine and Business Insider named Taco Bueno the top Tex-Mex restaurant in the US, beating out Chipotle and Qdoba.
Guillermo Perales, a Dallas restaurant franchise owner, purchased Taco Bueno in 2019. The CEO of this company was listed on the top 10 power list of Nation's Restaurant News multiple times and is ranked as the third largest franchisee in the US. His achievements have been recognized several times by Ernst & Young, Latino Leaders Magazine, and IFA as being among the 101 Most Influential Latinos. After acquiring the brand, he plans on using his experience to turn Taco Bueno around. It's expected that Taco Bueno will continue to grow and flourish with over twenty new locations opening within the next year.
ABOUT SUN HOLDINGS, INC.
Sun Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1997 by Guillermo Perales, funded by an SBA loan. Sun’s portfolio has been ranked as the 3rd largest franchisee group in the U.S. by Mega 99, 2018 Rankings. Mr. Perales has developed a portfolio that operates over 1,000 locations in 12 states creating more than 22,000 jobs. He has also developed over 200 new stores, and completed 200 store remodels in the last 3 years. Today, the organization manages Burger King, Popeyes, Arby's, T-Mobile, Taco Bueno, McAlister’s, IHOP, Cici’s, Golden Corral, GNC, Applebee’s, Papa John’s, and several airport restaurant locations including Cantina Laredo.