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12/2025

DEL TACO HOLDINGS

Acquired by

YADAV ENTERPRISES

UNITED STATES Hospitality & Leisure / Hospitality / Restaurants / Chains EV 100M - 350M USD

Context

The transaction follows a period of operational headwinds and strategic reassessment under prior ownership (JACK IN THE BOX), resulting in a materially reset valuation and positioning the deal as both a divestiture and a turnaround opportunity. The transaction follows a period of operational headwinds and strategic reassessment under prior ownership (JACK IN THE BOX), resulting in a materially reset valuation and positioning the deal as both a divestiture and a turnaround opportunity. The transaction follows a period of operational headwinds and strategic reassessment under prior ownership (JACK IN THE BOX), resulting in a materially reset valuation and positioning the deal as both a divestiture and a turnaround opportunity.

DEL TACO HOLDINGS, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Retail & Consumer sector (11.5x).

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Target

Del Taco Holdings Inc., headquartered in Lake Forest, California, United States, operates as a prominent fast-food restaurant chain specializing in Mexican-inspired cuisine. The company provides a broad menu featuring made-to-order items such as tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, Epic Burritos, and quesadillas, complemented by American classics including burgers, fries, and milkshakes. With an emphasis on fresh ingredients and customizable options, Del Taco serves both drive-thru and dine-in customers across its network. Ranked as the second largest Mexican-American quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain by units in the U.S., it maintains approximately 575 restaurants spanning 18 states, reflecting robust market penetration in the fast-casual ethnic segment. This footprint underscores its competitive stature amid evolving consumer preferences for value-driven, flavorful quick meals.

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Other operations with DEL TACO HOLDINGS

DateAcquirerTargetCountrySectorDeal Context
DEL TACO HOLDINGSUNITED STATESHospitality & Leisure

Jack in the Box Inc. finalized its acquisition of Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. via a merger agreement, securing full ownership and delisting Del Taco from NASDAQ. Synergies stem from overlapping guest demographics, menu overlaps in variety-driven comfort foods, and aligned cultures prioritizing innovation and value—enabling shared investments in digital platforms, technology, and franchise development. Timing capitalized on post-pandemic recovery, with ambitions for unit expansion, remodels, and procurement savings projected at $15 million by fiscal 2023 end.

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Valuation range: EV 100M - 350M USD

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Authors: mynth contributor (mynth data is contributed by M&A / PE professionals and systematically cross-verified with private deal documents and official press releases).