Border Foods

Border Foods is a prominent, privately held franchisee of Taco Bell, operating over 250 locations across the Upper Midwest. Their footprint includes Minnesota, Illinois, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Founded in 1996 by brothers Jeff and Lee Engler, the company has grown from a single Taco Bell restaurant to one of the largest franchisees in the nation.

The company's journey began in 1979 with the opening of Los Primos, a quick-service Mexican restaurant. Facing challenges, the Engler brothers transitioned to Taco Bell franchises in the mid-1980s. By 1996, they acquired 63 Taco Bell locations in Minnesota, marking the official formation of Border Foods.

Headquarters and Workforce

Border Foods is headquartered in New Hope, Minnesota, and employs over 7,000 individuals across its restaurants. The company operates primarily in the Upper Midwest, with a significant presence in the Twin Cities area.

Innovative Concepts

In 2022, Border Foods introduced the "Defy" concept in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. This innovative two-story Taco Bell features a kitchen above four drive-thru lanes and a takeout window, showcasing the future of fast food.

Core Values

The company's core values include:

• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Family
• Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowerment

These values guide their operations and interactions with customers and employees.

Community Engagement

Border Foods is committed to community support through scholarships, donations, and various initiatives aimed at giving back to local communities.

Locations

• Sioux Falls, SD, USA
• Bismarck, ND, USA
• Billings Metropolitan Area, MT, USA
• New Hope, MN, USA (Headquarters)
• Minnesota
• Illinois
• South Dakota
• Wisconsin
• Wyoming