How many El Toritos are there?
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Asked by: Timothy Brazington
Is El Torito and Acapulco the same?
The 101-unit El Torito chain, which has 18 locations in Orange County, is expected to retain a separate identity from the 49-unit Acapulco chain. The chain is being acquired by Long Beach-based Acapulco Acquisition Corp., which is owned by the New York Investment firm of Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherill & Co.
Who owns El Torito?
Randy Sharpe spent three years as an executive with the company formerly known as Real Mex and, before becoming their CEO a year ago, knew that brands like El Torito, Chevys Fresh Mex and Acapulco just needed a little love.
Is El Torito out of business?
Real Mex Restaurants, the owner of El Torito and Chevys Fresh Mex, filed for bankruptcy protection Monday after reaching an agreement over the weekend to sell itself to Z Capital Group for $47 million. Z Capital is a “stalking horse bidder,” meaning another buyer could step in and pay more for the Cypress, Calif.
Why did Acapulco restaurant close?
An Acapulco in Los Angeles closed Monday as part of 6 closures by Real Mex Restaurants of Cypress. The restaurants were selected for variety of reasons that included “natural lease explorations, cost of deferred maintenance, fiscal performance, or unfavorable lease terms,” the company told the Register in a statement.
Who Owns Who Song and Larry’s?
Xperience Restaurants, based in California, also owns Chevy’s restaurants and other national chains. It bought Who Song & Larry’s from Real Mex (RM Holdco LLC) after Real Mex sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in early 2018.
Where did El Torito originate?
California
El Torito is one of several Mexican cuisine restaurant chains operated by Xperience Restaurant Group. Founded in 1954, El Torito claims to be “a pioneer in the California full service Mexican casual dining restaurant segment.”
What is the meaning of Torito?
Torito (also known as Toro) is a cocktail from the east coast of Mexico. Torito originated in the state of Veracruz in the early 1900s. It was first made with firewater and fruits, then rum replaced the firewater, milk was added, and, most recently, it was blended with tequila.
Who owns Solita Tacos?
Xperience Restaurant Group
Xperience Restaurant Group, the parent company of El Torito and Chevys Fresh Mex, has acquired Sol Cocina and Solita Tacos & Margaritas. Sol Cocina in Newport Beach was founded 10 years ago by Chef Deborah Schneider and grew to four locations in Scottsdale, Playa Vista and Denver.
Who owns Real Mex?
Z Capital Partners LLC
Real Mex Restaurants Inc., which for decades has operated one of the largest collections of full-service Mexican food restaurants in the U.S., has rebranded under new owner FM Restaurants HoldCo. The affiliate of private-equity firm Z Capital Partners LLC has completed its acquisition of assets of the Cypress, Calif.
Why is there a surcharge at El Torito?
They’ve added a surcharge to the bill!! Warning – El Torito is now adding a 3% surcharge to your bill to “help offset labor ordinances.” Food and service are decent and we used to go about once a month.
How do I check the balance on my El Torito gift card?
You can check El Torito gift card balance online on our website or call El Torito at 1-800-242-5353. You can also visit any El Torito store and inquire a cashier to check the balance for you.
