Chronic Tacos Heats Up Franchising at the West Coa

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., Oct. 16, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to the International Franchise Association, the franchise industry currently employs more than 20 million people in the U.S., contributing over $2 trillion in economic activity. As franchising continues to spur economic growth, the tenth anniversary of the West Coast Franchise Expo promises to be the most successful yet.

Hosted in Anaheim, CA for the second consecutive year, the 2013 West Coast Franchise Expo (WCFE) is the largest franchise event on the west coast, uniting qualified prospective franchise owners with growing brands. For three days, October 24-26, thousands of entrepreneurs will pass through the doors of the Anaheim Convention Center, searching for their next business venture.

Exhibiting for the first time is Chronic Tacos , the fun, laidback, fast casual restaurant that delivers true Mexican flavor with authentic third generation family recipes. Featuring one of MTV's most notorious celebrities and a Chronic Tacos franchise owner in Redondo Beach, Jason Acuña, also known as Wee Man, will be visiting the Chronic Tacos booth alongside Chronic Tacos CEO Michael Mohammed, founder and President Randy Wyner, and Day of the Dead girls on Saturday, October 26 ^th . Throughout the three days, Chronic Tacos will be exhibiting at booth 623 and will be giving away three catering packages that feed up to 15 guests each.

"After about twelve years in the market, we're very eager to showcase our enjoyable, unique franchise concept for the first time at the West Coast Franchise Expo," said Chronic Tacos CEO, Michael Mohammed. "As Mexican fast casual dining continues to flourish in the area, Southern California remains the perfect setting for Chronic Tacos expansion due to the shops' distinctive SoCal vibe and authentic Mexican recipes. With a business background, strong desire to excel and positive attitude, Chronic Tacos franchisees have become very successful and often times become the top-of-mind dining hot spot in their markets with the help of our flavorful, fresh dishes and laidback atmosphere."

To register to attend the West Coast Franchise Expo, visit www.wcfexpo.com . On-site registration is also available, but pre-registration is recommended.

For more information on Chronic Tacos franchise opportunities, visit http://eatchronictacos.com/ .

About Chronic Tacos

Founded in 2002, the Chronic Tacos franchise celebrates the uniqueness of every individual through its fresh, made-to-order third generation Mexican cuisine customized for each customer's distinctive taste. With more than 30 locations throughout North America, Chronic Tacos is committed to serving only the highest quality, locally sourced ingredients. The menu includes carne asada, pollo asado, carnitas, al pastor and fresh pico de gallo and guacamole. The franchise also offers traditional Mexican items such as tacos, burritos, salads, tostada bowls, and grilled, beer battered or baja styled fish and shrimp. Chronic Tacos offers three different franchise models depending on size and location that all incorporate locally inspired artistic designs into the layout. For more information about the franchise opportunity, please visit www.eatchronictacos.com .

Media Contact: Stefanie Zimmerman Fishman PR 847.945.1300 x 267