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Mike's Red Tacos has signed a 36-unit development agreement with Built Different Brands to expand into the Tampa and Orlando areas and Florida's East Coast. The first restaurant is expected to open in 2027.
Mike's Red Tacos has signed a 36-unit development agreement with Built Different Brands to expand into the Tampa and Orlando areas and Florida's East Coast.
Led by Kal Gullapalli, Built Different Brands plans to develop the locations over the next several years, with the first restaurant expected to open in 2027. The multi-unit franchise platform operates more than 80 locations across brands including Dave's Hot Chicken, Marco's Pizza and PopUp Bagels.
"Kal and the Built Different Brands team lead large-scale restaurant brands and have the industry know-how we look for in franchisees," Mike's Red Tacos President Vincent Montanelli said in a press release.
Based in San Diego, Mike's Red Tacos is seeking experienced franchisees and restaurant operators with strong business backgrounds and the ability to scale multiple locations.
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This story was originally published in FastCasual on October 23, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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