Encinal Brands®

Restaurants with a Vision

At Encinal Brands® our dedication to quality, simplicity, and authenticity guide our development and places us in a promising position for future expansion. It’s an owner-focused way of doing business that allows all our brands to shine and provides them with clear direction for the future in a Mexican franchise industry that demands strong leadership.

Encinal Brands®

Restaurants with a Vision

At Encinal Brands® our dedication to quality, simplicity, and authenticity guide our development and places us in a promising position for future expansion. It’s an owner-focused way of doing business that allows all our brands to shine and provides them with clear direction for the future in a Mexican franchise industry that demands strong leadership.

Encinal Brands®

Restaurants with a Vision

At Encinal Brands® our dedication to quality, simplicity, and authenticity guide our development and places us in a promising position for future expansion. It’s an owner-focused way of doing business that allows all our brands to shine and provides them with clear direction for the future in a Mexican franchise industry that demands strong leadership.

Encinal Brands®

Restaurants with a Vision

At Encinal Brands® our dedication to quality, simplicity, and authenticity guide our development and places us in a promising position for future expansion. It’s an owner-focused way of doing business that allows all our brands to shine and provides them with clear direction for the future in a Mexican franchise industry that demands strong leadership.

Restaurant Franchise Opportunity

The Encinal Brands®

Encinal Brands® supports a family of restaurant brands as diverse and
exciting as the people who visit them every day.

Our Restaurant Franchise Brands

We’re excited for what’s to come. Here’s a few reasons why.

Restaurant franchises across
the Southwest U.S.

Accelerating growth

Innovative menus

Growing customer base

Encinal Brands® in the News

Meet Ivan Flores of Encinal Brands

Encinal Brands® LLC is one of the fastest growing quick-service restaurant groups with more than 40 franchise units located throughout California...

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

Encinal Brands® LLC is one of the fastest growing quick-service restaurant groups with more than 40 franchise units located throughout California...

Encinal Brands® Latches Onto The Soaring Mexican Food Segment

Ivan Flores’ first dive into restaurant ownership came in 2013, with the opening of Mexican concept El...

Encinal Brands® Celebrates Loyal Guests and Franchisees on Cinco de Mayo

Rapidly expanding restaurant group announces new locations and a Third Co-Branded Concept for Blue Burro and The Buffalo Spot.

Buffalo Fries and Wings to Star at the Buffalo Spot in the Southeast

Confidently describing its buffalo fries and wings as “world famous,” rapidly expanding Southern California chain The Buffalo Spot is headed to the...

Business Beat: Tacos, bistros, retail reports — and Christmas?

The newest taco spot in Long Beach has opened on Seventh Street at Park Avenue, near Wilson High School.

California-based Blue Burro opens 1st Arizona location in Gilbert

Blue Burro, which has four locations in California, has opened its first out-of-state restaurant on the southeast corner of...

Simplicity and Drive: Transforming the Fast-Casual Franchise Model

The quick-service, or fast-casual franchise model has been part of the American landscape for generations, and the businesses that use it are...

4 Ways Encinal Brands is Building Restaurant Franchises for the Future

The business world is changing, and the people who change with it are best positioned for personal and professional development. Today’s restaurant...

Starting a Restaurant Business the Encinal Brands Way

Becoming a franchise owner, and having a stake in the restaurant business, is the dream for many people with drive, energy, and ambition. It’s an...

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Contact us today to learn more.

FAQ’s

Discover more about Encinal Brands and the exciting world of restaurant franchising with our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Below, we provide answers to some of the most common inquiries about Encinal Brands, its mission, brands, and founder. Whether you’re interested in becoming part of our family of this restaurants franchise chain or simply want to learn more about our story, you’ll find valuable insights here.

What sets Encinal Brands apart from other parent companies in the restaurant franchise industry?

Encinal Brands distinguishes itself through a dedication to authenticity, a strong commitment to community relationships, and a unique business model designed to cater to the communities they serve.

Can you describe the types of restaurant brands that fall under the Encinal Brands umbrella?

Encinal Brands encompasses a diverse range of restaurant brands, including Blue Burro, Mighty Birds, Tacomasa, and The Buffalo Spot, each offering its own unique menu and dining experience.

What inspired Ivan Flores to create Encinal Brands, and how did his journey begin in the restaurant industry?

Ivan Flores’ journey into the restaurant industry began with his childhood experiences on his grandparents’ El Encinal Ranch in Baja California. His deep love for Mexican food inspired him to open his first restaurant, El Encinal Restaurant. This experience eventually led to the creation of Encinal Brands.

Can you provide more details about the specific menu offerings of some of Encinal Brands' restaurants?

Certainly! Blue Burro offers a simple menu featuring fresh ingredients, including burritos, fries, and shakes. Mighty Birds specializes in Nashville-style chicken dishes at customer-friendly prices, while Tacomasa serves up delicious, authentic Tijuana border tacos quickly and tastily. The Buffalo Spot is known for its best wings, shakes, and world-famous Buffalo Fries.

What is Encinal Brands' current status and future plans?

Encinal Brands is described as “on the move again” and is “just getting started.” This suggests that the company is in a phase of growth and expansion, with plans to further develop its brand portfolio and presence.