Del Taco, ezCater expand catering collaboration
A quick-serve Mexican chain is expanding its partnership with one of the largest workplace food tech platforms.
Del Taco and ezCater have announced plans to expand the number of the QSR chain’s locations that are available on the platform. Nearly 250 Del Taco locations are currently available on ezCater, with a phased rollout of the remaining 350 approximate Del Taco locations continuing through 2026.
The partnership enables Del Taco to reach ezCater’s nationwide network of workplaces and scale catering operations efficiently. The brand utilizes ezCater's ezOrdering to power online ordering on their website, and ezDispatch to get connected with local, reliable delivery partners in their area.
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“Expanding our partnership with ezCater allows us to seamlessly grow our catering business and bring Del Taco to more workplaces nationwide,” said Sarah McAloon, interim brand president at Del Taco. “This collaboration supports our broader brand vision of meeting guests wherever they are – whether dining in, picking up, or ordering for a team lunch. We’re excited to introduce more people to the bold flavors of Del Taco in a way that builds awareness, drives trial, and creates new loyal fans.”
EzCater says the catering expansion serves as a key marketing channel for Del Taco, introducing the brand to new customers while driving incremental revenue. According to internal data, 70% of employees who first try a restaurant at work will order from it again on their own.
Del Taco is just the latest restaurant chain to expand its partnership with ezCater. Earlier this year, Dave’s Hot Chicken launched its first-ever catering program with the platform, allowing workplaces to order from more than 200 locations. In 2023, Panera Bread partnered with ezCater to order catering from nearly half of its stores across the U.S.
“We’re excited to help Del Taco turn workplaces into a new source of loyal customers and growth for their franchisees,” said Cindy Klein Roche, chief growth officer at ezCater. “Their flavorful menu is a huge win for our customers. The craveable tacos, burritos and fresh flavors Del Taco is known for make the workday more enjoyable, and more productive!”
Founded in 1964, Del Taco operates nearly 600 restaurants across 17 states. Earlier this year, Del Taco’s parent company Jack in the Box Inc. said it was exploring a sale of the Mexican chain. The chain was acquired in March 2022 for roughly $585 million.
