The chain is also down to one location in Alabama following franchisee Matadoor Restaurant Group’s bankruptcy in July

Del Taco has reportedly exited the state of Georgia. According to several local reports, the chain’s 11 restaurants in the state abruptly closed this week.

The chain’s website currently lists 558 locations spanning 18 states. Georgia is no longer included on that list.

At the end of 2024, Del Taco had 594 locations, according to Technomic, which had been consistent throughout the past five years (in 2019, for instance, the chain had 596 restaurants).

The closures come less than a year after Matadoor Restaurant Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company, owned by Red Door Brands, operated those Georgia locations, as well as 11 restaurants in Alabama.

The chain’s website now lists just one remaining Alabama location, in Huntsville.

In a statement emailed to Nation’s Restaurant News, a Del Taco spokesperson said, “We were recently informed that the franchisee operating our Atlanta, Columbus, and Macon, Georgia locations has closed all restaurants in these markets. This closure occurred without prior notice to Del Taco. The franchisee is currently undergoing bankruptcy proceedings, and we are actively exploring options to reopen these locations as soon as possible. Updates will be shared as plans are finalized.”

In its court filings in July, Matadoor said its struggles began in the latter part of 2024 due to “growth, an unexpected decline in sales, and rising operational costs.”

Notably, Georgia and Alabama’s closures come about a year after franchisee Newport Ventures closed its 18 Colorado locations shortly after filing for bankruptcy. The chain has since reopened at least five of those restaurants.

Del Taco was acquired by Jack in the Box in March 2022 for approximately $585 million in an all-cash deal. In December 2025, Jack in the Box completed its sale of Del Taco to Yadav Enterprises for approximately $119 million.

“For more than five decades, Del Taco has been a beloved restaurant chain supported by loyal guests who have fueled a special and unique culture that continues to set the brand apart,” chief executive officer Anil Yadav said in a statement at the time. “Our recent acquisition of the Del Taco brand aligns perfectly with our long-term growth vision, and we are excited to support the next Del Taco evolution, while honoring the amazing legacy that has defined the brand for more than a half-century.”

Nation’s Restaurant News reached out to Del Taco for a statement regarding its recent closures.

Contact Alicia Kelso at Alicia.Kelso@informa.com

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