Jack in the Box, the San Diego-based fast-food chain, announced plans to close between 150 and 200 underperforming restaurants by the end of 2025. This move is part of the company’s “JACK on Track” initiative aimed at improving long-term financial performance.
The closures will primarily affect locations that have been in operation for over three decades. Approximately 80 to 120 of these closures are expected by December 31, 2025, with additional closures occurring as franchise agreements expire in 2026. The company has not disclosed the specific locations that will be shuttered.
In addition to the closures, Jack in the Box is considering strategic alternatives for its Del Taco brand, which it acquired in 2022. The company is exploring a potential sale of Del Taco as part of its broader restructuring efforts. Del Taco has faced challenges in recent quarters, including a 3.6% decline in same-store sales.
CEO Lance Tucker emphasized that the closures and strategic review of Del Taco are part of a plan to simplify the company’s operations and focus on core business areas. The company aims to accelerate cash flow, reduce debt, and position itself for consistent net unit growth in the future.
Jack in the Box operates approximately 2,200 locations across 22 states. The company plans to provide more details on the closures and Del Taco’s strategic review during its upcoming earnings call in May.
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