Taco John’s Announces Remodel in Manhattan

“We’re excited to be opening our remodeled location for our customers to experience a new and improved Taco John’s that they have come to know and love,” said Kim Jager, operator of Taco John’s Manhattan. “We’ll be featuring ordering advancements and an entirely upgraded design. We are certain that our customers will be happy with these location enhancements and keep coming back for more of their Taco John’s favorites.”

After a fire in March of 2021 that left major kitchen and dining room damage, the location was closed for nearly a year for a major remodel. Taco John’s has been implementing a systemwide remodeling and relocating initiative, and the Leavenworth location will feature a myriad of new design elements, kitchen equipment and operational updates to help employees more efficiently serve customers.

After April 11, this location’s hours of operation will be open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday through Sunday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. This is the only location in Manhattan and there are 20 locations in the state. Jeff and Karen Torluemke are the franchise owners of the Manhattan location, and their daughter, Kim Jager, has part ownership and is the main operator. All played a role in overseeing the remodel and repairs to the restaurant over the last year.

Differentiating itself in the popular Mexican quick-service segment, Taco John’s prides itself on a unique menu that features delicious, quality-made food. Its commitment to quality has established the brand as the go-to restaurant in its markets. Additionally, its significant drive-thru business, making up 82% of business, has historically represented 65% of systemwide sales, but has since increased to help insulate the brand from recent market shifts.

Taco John’s, a leading quick-service franchise in the Mexican food segment, has more than 380 stores open across 22 states. Since 1969, Taco John’s has offered its devoted fan following delicious, quality-made food.

Taco John's is the 3rd largest Mexican QSR with a proven business model that has thrived for 56 years and is poised for growth. Don’t just add Mexican to your portfolio…add West-Mex!