Tacotarian Named to Fast Casual's Top 100 Movers & Shakers List

The only plant-based restaurant recognized, Tacotarian is now expanding nationwide through franchising

LAS VEGAS, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tacotarian, the award-winning, Latin and women-owned plant-based Mexican eatery, has been named to Fast Casual's Top 100 Movers & Shakers of 2024. This prestigious industry list honors the most innovative and impactful brands in the fast-casual restaurant space.

Tacotarian earned a coveted spot among major national players such as Sweetgreen, Shake Shack, and Chipotle, but stood out as the only fully plant-based concept to make this year's list.

"Being recognized alongside some of the biggest names in the industry is incredibly validating," said co-founder Kristen Corral. "As a mission-driven brand, it means the world to be seen not just as a vegan restaurant, but as a force in fast-casual overall."

Founded in 2018 by two husband-and-wife teams, Tacotarian blends bold, authentic Mexican flavors with a modern, plant-based twist. Known for offering the largest selection of vegan tacos in the universe, the brand has built a loyal following and earned national accolades, including recognition from VegNews, Yelp, and the U.S. Small Business Administration, which recently named the founders the Nevada Small Business Persons of the Year.

Now, Tacotarian is taking its success to the next level with the launch of a national franchise program, inviting values-aligned entrepreneurs to bring the brand's flavor-packed, sustainability-focused concept to new communities across the country.

"Franchising is our way of scaling impact.  We're not just building taco shops, we're building a movement rooted in community, sustainability, and craveable food that just happens to be plant-based," says co-founder Regina Simmons.

Tacotarian currently operates 6 locations in Las Vegas and San Diego, with additional expansion underway. The franchise model includes comprehensive support, a streamlined system, a robust marketing plan, and the power of a nationally recognized brand with cult-favorite appeal.

For franchise opportunities and more information, visit https://eattacotarian.com/pages/tacotarian-franchising

About Tacotarian
Tacotarian is a plant-based Mexican eatery founded in 2018 in Las Vegas. Known for bold flavors, a vibrant brand, and mission-driven growth, Tacotarian is redefining fast-casual dining through sustainability, inclusivity, and a whole lot of tacos.

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