ENCINAL BRANDS LLC


Associated tags: Restaurant, Family, Fast food, Flores, Taste

Locations: CALIFORNIA

Encinal Brands™ Commemorates National Fast-Food Day with Customers Clamoring for Authentic Mexican Food, World Famous Buffalo Fries, Shakes, and More

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Gone are the days when celebrities would reluctantly admit to occasional trips to In-and-Out Burger as a guilty pleasure.

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  • Gone are the days when celebrities would reluctantly admit to occasional trips to In-and-Out Burger as a guilty pleasure.
  • Now it's not unusual for celebrities to stroll in and order almost everything on the menu, according to Encinal Brands CEO and Founder Ivan Flores.
  • After closing El Encinal in 2013, he began sketching out plans for a new Mexican fast casual franchise.
  • Today, Encinal Brands has 40 restaurants in four states with expansion planned throughout 2027.

Encinal Brands™ Jazzes Up Premium Shakes with New Seasonal Pumpkin Spice and Churro Flavors

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Friday, October 7, 2022

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Encinal Brands LLC, one of the fastest growing quick-service restaurant groups with more than 40 franchise units throughout California and the Southwest, is spicing up its line of premium shakes with new Pumpkin Spice and Churro flavors to celebrate the fall season. As a brand known for hand crafted, signature shakes bursting with flavor, the shakes will be available at all Blue Burro, The Buffalo Spot, and Mighty Birds locations.

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  • "It's not fall without pumpkin everywhere, but we believe we do it best with our Pumpkin Spice Shake," said Encinal Brands CEO and founder Ivan Flores.
  • In addition to the new Pumpkin Spice flavor, Encinal Brands is rolling out a Churro Shake that is guaranteed to delight fans of the beloved Mexican pastry.
  • Encinal Brands is no stranger to offering up innovative flavors and shakes, including the Blue Horchata, Mazapan, and Oblea Cajeta at Blue Burro and the Oreo Fantasy Shake at Mighty Birds.
  • As one of the fastest-growing Mexican quick-service franchises, Encinal Brands has more than 40 locations throughout California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas.

Encinal Brands™ Salutes Personnel and Workers on National Food Service Employee Day September 25

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Friday, September 23, 2022

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Sept. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Encinal Brands CEO and founder Ivan Flores remembers when he opened his first Blue Burro® restaurant in Long Beach in 2019. Less than 10 part-time and full-time employees pitched in and assumed multiple roles to help make the location the go-to place for authentic flavors of Tijuana and premium shakes. Today, Encinal Brands LLC is one of the fastest-growing restaurant groups in California and the Southwest with 40 Blue Burro, The Buffalo Spot®, and Tacomasa® restaurants in four states. Like many restauranteurs, Flores has sacrificed blood, sweat, and tears to build a successful franchise legacy, but he is quick to acknowledge the backbone of his business rests on the shoulders of more than 600 hard-working employees.

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  • Today, Encinal Brands LLC is one of the fastest-growing restaurant groups in California and the Southwest with 40 Blue Burro, The Buffalo Spot, and Tacomasarestaurants in four states.
  • "I'm grateful we have been able to witness incredible growth and expansion in just a few short years," said Flores.
  • National Food Service Employee Day is recognized annually on September 25 to honor an estimated 11 million workers in the restaurant industry.
  • Today, Encinal Brands has 40 restaurants in four states with expansion planned throughout 2027.

Encinal Brands™ Pays Tribute to Franchisees on National Franchise Appreciation Day

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Friday, September 2, 2022

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With National Franchise Appreciation Day celebrated on Saturday, September 3, Encinal Brands LLC is saluting all of its franchisees and owners who have helped the quick-service restaurant group become one of the fastest-growing brands in California and the Southwest. CEO and founder Ivan Flores said guidance and support for franchisees has resulted in the launch of new locations throughout California as well as Arizona, Nevada, and Texas, with an additional 150 restaurants planned nationwide in the next five years. Flores said none of it would be possible without the determined entrepreneurs who have made The Buffalo Spot and Blue Burro successful destination spots.

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  • GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With National Franchise Appreciation Day celebrated on Saturday, September 3, Encinal Brands LLC is saluting all of its franchisees and owners who have helped the quick-service restaurant group become one of the fastest-growing brands in California and the Southwest.
  • Flores said the figures are expected to continue spiking in the next five years, making it an opportune time to explore franchise opportunities with Encinal Brands.
  • After closing El Encinal in 2013, he began sketching out plans for a new Mexican fast casual franchise.
  • Today, Encinal Brands has 40 restaurants in four states with expansion planned throughout 2027.

Encinal Brands™ Debuts New Blueberry Red Bull Shake at All The Buffalo Spot™ Locations

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Monday, August 1, 2022

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Encinal Brands LLC, one of the fastest growing quick-service restaurant groups with more than 40 franchise units located throughout California and the Southwest, announced a collaboration with Red Bull for a premium shake at The Buffalo Spot locations. The new Blueberry Red Bull Shake is expected to be a hit with guests who love the intense flavors of shakes at The Buffalo Spot as well as the energy jolt that Red Bull energy drinks provide.

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  • The new Blueberry Red Bull Shake is expected to be a hit with guests who love the intense flavors of shakes at The Buffalo Spot as well as the energy jolt that Red Bull energy drinks provide.
  • He added, "Red Bull is a global sensation, and we are pleased they chose to collaborate with The Buffalo Spot on a signature shake our customers will enjoy."
  • The new Blueberry Red Bull Shake features a light blue color bursting with blueberry flavor, whipped topping that is optional, and is blended with a few ounces of Blueberry Red Bull energy drink for an unforgettable experience.
  • In addition to its popular The Buffalo Spot locations, Encinal Brands recently announced expansion throughout the Southwest for its Blue Burro and Tacomasa brands.

Encinal Brands™ Kicks Off Summer with Franchise Expansion in the Southwest

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Encinal Brands LLC, one of the fastest growing quick-service restaurant groups with more than 40 franchise units located throughout California, announced expansion throughout the Southwest for its popular Blue Burro®, The Buffalo Spot® and Tacomasa® brands. CEO and founder Ivan Flores said special pricing and opportunities for franchisees and multi-unit owners has resulted in the launch of new locations in Arizona, Nevada, and Texas, and that an additional 150 restaurants are planned to hit markets nationwide in the next five years.

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  • Flores added that becoming an entrepreneur and owning a restaurant franchise is something that anyone can achieve with enough determination.
  • Flores said the figures are expected to continue spiking in the next five years, making it an opportune time to explore franchise opportunities with Encinal Brands.
  • After closing El Encinal in 2013, he began sketching out plans for a new Mexican fast casual franchise.
  • Today, Encinal Brands has 40 restaurants in four states with expansion planned throughout 2027.