Bakersfield is a Mexican chain focused on three things: tacos, tequila and whiskey. The Mexi-Cali chain blends Mexican street food, margaritas and classic country music. The restaurant—which gained some notoriety appearing on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” saying it produces as many as 2,000 tortillas a day—caters to a lively, fun crowd, with an approachable atmosphere including communal wood tables and a large bar area.
| 2017 Systemwide Sales ($000,000) | $27* |
|---|---|
| YOY Sales Change | 28.6% |
| 2017 U.S. Units | 8 |
| YOY Unit Change | 14.3% |
| 2017 Average Unit Volume ($000) | $3,600* |
| Future 50 Year | 2018 |
| Franchising | No |
*Technomic estimate
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