Taco John's

$TJSCF500 #193
CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryMexican Food
Locations327
Franchisee Count2
Franchise Fee$40,000
Item 7 Low$100,000
Item 7 Midpoint$200,000
Item 7 High$300,000
Royalty Fees5% of Net Sales
Ad / Brand Fund4%
Sold Not Open2
ParentTaco John’s International, Inc.
Founded1985
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business56
Began Franchising1969
HQSt. Louis Park, MN
Executives18
Main Phone(307) 635-0101
FDD IssuedMarch 31, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2024 🔒
Franchisor

Taco John's International, Inc. operates and grants franchises for the establishment and operation of Taco John's Restaurants, which offer for sale various food products prepared on site, mainly Mexican food, including traditional and cross-ethnic menu items, available for dine-in, carryout, or drive-thru service.

Franchisees must use specified computer hardware and software, and access to Manuals containing operational standards and procedures is provided online.

Taco John's International, Inc. operates and grants franchises for the establishment and operation of Taco John's Restaurants, which offer for sale various food products prepared on site, mainly Mexican food, including traditional and cross-ethnic menu items, available for dine-in, carryout, or drive-thru service.

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