SEATTLE — Taco Del Mar has signed an area development agreement for the Knoxville, Tenn., market with franchise developer Joddi Thomley.
Thomley has been associated with the Subway brand for the past 15 years, where she started as an employee inside the restaurants and ascended to become the vice president of development for eastern Tennessee.
The first Taco Del Mar location, in immediate proximity to the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, will be owned and operated by Thomley and also will serve as eastern Tennessee's flagship training store.
Taco Del Mar features signature Mondo burritos showcasing slow-cooked and marinated meats such as braised chicken, carne asada steak and seasoned pork; platters; tacos; salads; kids' meals and vegetarian/vegan offerings. The store decor sets the "beach" mood with beach-themed murals, thatched palapas, mounted sailfish, long board tabletops and lively background music.
The chain has more than 254 locations throughout North America.
