R Taco was acquired last year as part of Arby’s purchase of Buffalo Wild Wings. But the chain was hardly a throw-in. Despite activist pressure, BWW held onto the fast-casual taco chain, even as it sold its pizza concept, PizzaRev. Now, R Taco gives its parent, the newly created Inspire Brands, a growth concept. The chain, formerly known as Rusty Taco, offers a wide selection of tacos, including versions with fried chicken, achiote pork, fried fish, beef brisket and grilled vegetables, as well as all-day breakfast tacos.
| 2017 Systemwide Sales ($000,000) | $24* |
|---|---|
| YOY Sales Change | 55.4% |
| 2017 U.S. Units | 26 |
| YOY Unit Change | 77.3% |
| 2017 Average Unit Volume ($000) | $1,200* |
| Future 50 Year | 2018 |
| Franchising | Yes |
*Technomic estimate
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