Torchy's Tacos

Torchy’s Tacos founder Mike Rypka returns as CEO

By Heather Lalley on Mar. 17, 2022

Rypka headed the chain for 12 years before the appointment of industry veteran GJ Hart, who left the fast casual late last year.

Leadership

Torchy’s Tacos CEO GJ Hart is retiring

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 05, 2021

Hart, whose leave is effective immediately, will stay on as a consultant to the fast-casual taco chain. Founder Mike Rypka becomes interim CEO.

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Financing

These restaurant chains could all go public soon

By Jonathan Maze on May 14, 2021

Sweetgreen is the latest chain reportedly considering an initial public offering. Dutch Bros and Torchy’s are both considering a similar move and Krispy Kreme has already filed, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Torchy’s Tacos is apparently looking at an IPO

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 15, 2021

The fast-casual taco chain has reportedly hired bankers to explore a public offering despite the presence of a half-dozen blank-check companies, said RB’s The Bottom Line.

Food

Menu favorites get tweaked and seasonal specials return

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 19, 2021

Taste Tracker: Boston Market launches a chicken sandwich, Panda Express brings back a Chinese New Year signature, Panera adds two new flatbreads and wings take off in new flavors and formats.

Food

Restaurants menu holiday cheer in many shapes and flavors

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 08, 2020

Taste Tracker: Christmas in a cup from Dunkin’, Torchy’s Naughty Santa Taco, and spirited sips at Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar

Financing

Torchy’s Tacos gets several new investors and plans to double in size

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 20, 2020

T. Rowe Price, D1 Capital Partners, Lone Pine Capital and XN have all invested in the fast-casual taco chain, which plans to expand to 10 more states by 2024.

Food

Menus get creative with chicken this fall

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 06, 2020

Taste Tracker: Boston Market’s new flavor combos, Buffalo Wings & Rings goes Korean and veggie variations continue to trend at Ike’s and other chains.

Marketing