QDOBA, the Mexican restaurant chain voted best fast-casual restaurant in 2019, 2020, and 2021 by USA 10Best, announced that the company is planning to open its first Puerto Rico location in April 2022 at San Patricio Village in Guaynabo. Known in the U.S. and Canada for its freshly prepared burritos, tacos, bowls, and signature salads, QDOBA will offer guests flavorful, Mexican-inspired dishes and experiences. This new location is the first of 12 QDOBA restaurants planned for Puerto Rico over the next five years. More than 500 new jobs are expected to be created as a result.
The 3,500 square-foot restaurant, to be located at San Patricio Village, will feature a state-of-the-art drive-thru, streamlined kitchen layout designed for custom orders, and dedicated curbside pick-up areas. Guests will be invited to create their own meal by choosing from a variety of protein selections and sauces made in-house daily, including homemade guacamole, QDOBA’s famous three-cheese sauce, pico de gallo, and sustainably sourced grilled chicken and meats.
Qdoba arrives in Puerto Rico by way of Q Puerto Rico Franchise LLC, a local, second-generation company owned by the Jove family. The family has been operating restaurants on the island for 35 years and is diversifying its presence in Puerto Rico with new-concept expansion.
“We are thrilled to welcome Q Puerto Rico Franchise LLC to our growing QDOBA family and expand our mission of bringing flavor to people’s lives living in beautiful Puerto Rico,” said Keith Guilbault, CEO of QDOBA Mexican Eats. “As the first fast-casual Mexican food chain concept to open on the island, we will set the standard for delicious, freshly prepared food through our signature dishes and customizable meals.”
The new location at San Patricio Village promises higher quality food at a greater value with a faster and more convenient gastronomic experience than typical fast-food restaurants.