Pure Taqueria
Franchising since 2005 · 4 locations
The initial franchise fee is $40,000. Pure Taqueria currently operates 4 locations (4 franchised). The top SBA 7(a) lenders for Pure Taqueria are Renasant Bank, CSRA Local Development Corpora and Florida Business Development C. PeerSense FPI health score: 36/100.
$40,000
4
4 franchised
Proprietary PeerSense metric
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SBA
7(a) Eligible
21d
Avg Funding
P+2.25%
Best Rate
No retainers · Referral fee at closing
FPI Score Breakdown
Emerging (3-9 loans)
SBA Lending Performance
SBA Default Rate
0.0%
0 of 3 loans charged off
SBA Loans
3
Total Volume
$3.1M
Active Lenders
2
States
1
Top SBA Lenders for Pure Taqueria
What is the Pure Taqueria franchise?
Pure Taqueria franchise emerged onto the culinary scene with a distinct vision, marrying authentic Mexican street food traditions with an upscale, vibrant dining experience. Established in early 2007, the concept was meticulously developed by a team of passionate restaurateurs who recognized a significant void in the market for a full-service restaurant that offered both genuine regional Mexican flavors and a sophisticated, welcoming atmosphere. The inaugural location opened its doors in Alpharetta, GA, in late 2007, quickly becoming a local favorite and establishing a benchmark for quality and innovation within the full-service Mexican dining segment. The founders, drawing on extensive culinary research conducted across various regions of Mexico throughout 2006 and 2007, meticulously gathered traditional recipes and inspiration, which formed the bedrock of the Pure Taqueria menu. This dedication to authenticity, combined with a steadfast commitment to using premium, often locally sourced ingredients, has since positioned the Pure Taqueria franchise as a distinguished leader in its specialized niche. From its inception, the brand focused on crafting a menu that transcended typical Tex-Mex offerings, instead featuring a diverse array of tacos, ceviches, and specialty dishes inspired by the rich culinary heritage of Oaxaca, Mexico City, and Jalisco, with a particular emphasis on ingredients like heirloom corn tortillas, house-made salsas crafted daily, and slow-braised meats. The restaurant’s interior design, characterized by handcrafted décor elements sourced from Mexican artisans, natural materials like reclaimed wood and exposed brick, and an energetic, yet refined, ambiance, further solidified its unique market position. This thoughtful approach to both
FPI Score
36/100
SBA Default Rate
0.0%
Active Lenders
2
Key Highlights
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Data Insights
Key performance metrics for Pure Taqueria based on SBA lending data
SBA Default Rate
0.0%
0 of 3 loans charged off
SBA Loan Volume
3 loans
Across 2 lenders
Lender Diversity
2 lenders
Avg 1.5 loans per lender
Pure Taqueria — Deep SBA Data
Brand-specific metrics derived directly from SBA 7(a) approval records — peak lending year, leading state, average loan size, and lender concentration. PeerSense computes these per brand so capital advisors and prospective franchisees can benchmark this opportunity against the rest of the franchise universe.
Peak SBA Year
2016
1 approvals — best year on record for Pure Taqueria.
Top SBA State
Georgia
4 SBA-financed Pure Taqueria locations — the densest operator footprint.
Average Loan Size
$840K
Median $477K — use as a sizing anchor when modeling your own $Pure Taqueria unit.
Lender Concentration
100%
Concentrated
Share of Pure Taqueria approvals captured by the top 3 SBA lenders.
Pure Taqueria's SBA lending pipeline peaked in 2016 (1 approvals). Operator density is highest in Georgia with 4 SBA-financed locations. Average funded ticket sits at $840K, with the median at $477K. Lender mix is concentrated: the top three SBA lenders account for 100% of approvals — credit decisions concentrate with a small group of incumbents.
Payment Estimator
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,176
Principal & Interest only
Locations
Pure Taqueria — unit breakdown
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