Fast-Casual Mexican Fusion Franchise On Historic Route 66
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Turnkey restaurant with beer & wine and strong delivery driven sales
This well-established Mexican fusion restaurant franchise offers a proven fast-casual model with consistent revenue from dine-in, delivery, and catering. The concept combines authentic Mexican flavors with a modern California twist, creating a loyal local following and strong online reputation.
Located along historic Route 66 in Upland, the restaurant benefits from steady daily traffic generated by nearby employers, a brand new housing development nearby, including a major hospital, hotel, police, and fire departments. The 1,900 sq. ft. space features a fully equipped commercial kitchen, walk-in refrigerator, two restrooms, and a Type 41 Beer & Wine license.
The business is fully staffed and operational, with six trained and certified employees and established supplier relationships. It also benefits from multiple delivery partnerships (DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub) and catering programs (EZCater, Foodja). A new owner can step into a turnkey operation with established systems, a proven menu, and full franchise training included.
Located along historic Route 66 in Upland, the restaurant benefits from steady daily traffic generated by nearby employers, a brand new housing development nearby, including a major hospital, hotel, police, and fire departments. The 1,900 sq. ft. space features a fully equipped commercial kitchen, walk-in refrigerator, two restrooms, and a Type 41 Beer & Wine license.
The business is fully staffed and operational, with six trained and certified employees and established supplier relationships. It also benefits from multiple delivery partnerships (DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub) and catering programs (EZCater, Foodja). A new owner can step into a turnkey operation with established systems, a proven menu, and full franchise training included.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 26
- Employees
- 6 (6 Full-time)
- Franchise
- This business is an established franchise
- Facilities & Assets
- Founded in 2021, this thriving franchise location was originally operated as a corporate store before being acquired by the current owners in 2024. The business has built a strong customer base drawn to its authentic recipes and home-style flavor, setting it apart from typical chain competitors.
The restaurant seats approximately 90 guests and serves a balanced customer mix of tourists, medical professionals, first responders, and local families. Sales are well-diversified:
• 50–60% delivery
• 15–20% catering
• 20–35% dine-in - Market Outlook / Competition
- Operating within the popular fast-casual Mexican food segment, this restaurant stands out for its:
• Unique fusion-style menu and quality ingredients
• Strong brand recognition across Southern California
• Established delivery and catering network
• Excellent online reviews and local reputation
• Prime Route 66 location near major employers and residential communities
The combination of steady lunch and dinner traffic with flexible franchise support creates a balanced and scalable business model. - Opportunities for Growth
- Significant potential remains to expand revenue through:
• Targeted local marketing and catering outreach
• Meal programs for nearby hospital, police, and fire staff
• Hosting community events or soft live-music nights (approved by landlord)
• Adding a full-time cook to optimize labor and reduce owner hours
• Leveraging franchise-provided marketing tools for greater brand visibility
With strong existing delivery sales and an ideal location, this franchise offers an excellent platform for continued growth and profitability.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,933
- Rent
- $4,557.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 11/30/2029
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- family
- Transition Support
- 4 weeks
Listing Info
- ID
- 2444224
- Listing Views
- 16
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