Taco Maker restaurant service and kit

The Taco Maker is a well-established Mexican-style quick-service restaurant chain that originated in the United States during the late 1970s. Founded by Gil L. Craig in Ogden, Utah, the brand was created to offer a fresh alternative to standard fast food, focusing on high-quality ingredients and a 'Mex-Made-Fresh' philosophy. Over the decades, it has become a staple in the Puerto Rican market, where it maintains a significant presence and fan base.

The brand has seen various shifts in ownership, ultimately becoming a global franchise entity. While its roots are firmly in Utah, its manufacturing and supply chain operations for ingredients and proprietary spice blends are primarily located in the United States and Puerto Rico to support its network of restaurants. Ownership has transitioned to investment groups focused on expanding the brand's footprint in international markets and via retail meal kit solutions.