Our Vision
To fuel taco culture with real food, unique experiences, and relevant content.
Be Part of Something Larger
Taco Bell is a part of the world’s largest restaurant company: Yum! Brands, with over 50,000 restaurants in 150+ countries. Sister brands include KFC, Pizza Hut, and The Habit Burger Grill.
Our Mission
To inspire and enable the world to Live Más
A Brand That Feels Good
Supporting non-profits who champion youth through career development, leadership development, and post-secondary education.
Taco Bell Foundation‡
Awards Live Más Scholarships to consumers and Taco Bell Team Members with bold ambitions to create change.
Tacos For Everyone
In 2020 Yum! pledged $100 Million over the next five years unlocking opportunity initiatives to tackle inequality through equity and inclusion, education and entrepreneurship.
Operations Excellence
Awarded Hospitality Technology’s MURTEC 2022 Breakthrough Award for Customer Engagement Innovator.
Requirements To Become A Franchisee
Join the Taco Bell family for profitable growth opportunities through partnership with the Leader in the Mexican QSR Franchise Industry! Elevating restaurant technology in bold, groundbreaking formats. Pushing the boundaries of the status quo. Fueled by a fire for craveable, high quality food, Taco Bell fan love and authentic connection with our communities. We’re looking for people growers, who advocate for a better future for all.
Financial
$2,000,000 personal liquidity (defined as cash or any assets that can be converted to cash within 10 business days).*
$5,000,000 personal net worth.*
Access to capital and desire for a long-term investment.
Background
We’re looking for growth-minded multi-unit operators who want to acquire and build where the opportunity is available.
Operations experience of multi-units, preferably in QSR space.
Proven track record of current or previous successful business ownership.
Possess a growth mindset with a desire to build as well as reinvest in existing units.
A team builder, disrupter and innovator who exhibits restless creativity and a passion for people.
Testimonials
“I’ve been a franchisee within the Taco Bell system for over 16 years. Taco Bell provides its franchisees extraordinary growth opportunities, support, innovation and resilience. My enthusiasm for Taco Bell has been continually reinforced by results and their commitment to constant innovation justifying the best in class position and valuation within the QSR restaurant industry.”
Kara Nordstrom, President US Leader Restaurants Opco, LLC
“Partnering with Taco Bell has been a game-changer for me as a franchisee. The unparalleled support from the corporate team, coupled with innovative marketing strategies and a robust operational framework, has significantly contributed to the success of our business. The brand's commitment to excellence and a collaborative approach has made my journey with Taco Bell not just rewarding financially, but also personally fulfilling.”
SG Ellison, CEO & Franchisee, Diversified Restaurant Group
A Solution For Every Site
Drive-Thru
Cantina/Inline
Food Court/ Captive Small Footprint
Awards and Recognitions
We wanted to share some accomplishments with the community. Thanks to you all!Taco Bell has 8,400+ restaurants worldwide
Taco Bell 14B systems sales globally
Named #1 franchise on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list in 2020, 2021, 2022
Won “Best Integrated Campaign” from Shorty Awards for The Bell Hotel experience
Won AdAge’s best use of Tik-ToK for the Mexican Pizza campaign in 2023
Taco Bell CEO named the 2023 Restaurant Leader of the Year by Restaurant Business Magazine
Awarded Hospitality Technology’s MURTEC 2022 Breakthrough Award for Customer Engagement Innovator
Join the Family
If you seek a rewarding opportunity and have the qualifications, drive and commitment to open your own Taco Bell franchise or license restaurant, your first step is to apply today.
Taco Bell Corp., a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM), is the nation's leading Mexican-inspired quick service restaurant (QSR) brand. From breakfast to late night, Taco Bell serves made-to-order and customizable tacos and burritos, among other craveable choices, and is the first QSR restaurant to offer American Vegetarian Association (AVA)-certified menu items. Taco Bell and its more than 350 franchise organizations proudly serve over 42 million customers each week through nearly 7,000 restaurants across the nation, as well as through its mobile, desktop and delivery ordering services. Overseas, Taco Bell has over 250 restaurants, with plans to add 2,000 more restaurants internationally within the next decade. The brand encourages its fans to “Live Más” and connects with them through sports, gaming and new music via its Feed The Beat® music program. Taco Bell also provides education opportunities and serves the community through its nonprofit organization, the Taco Bell® Foundation™, and connects fans with their passions through programs such as the Live Más Scholarship program. In 2016, Taco Bell was named as one of Fast Company’s Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in the World.