Recent data has apparently crowned a new number one in the world of American fast food. With multiple locations in the Gem State already, there's a chance the Magic Valley could be targeted soon as the restaurant looks to further expand in the northwest.

Del Taco has always been a personal favorite of mine. I think so many people love the chain because they offer burgers, fries, and other items places like Taco Bell don't. For families, they are particularly appealing because you don't need to fast food hop on road trips due to the extensive menu items available.

I think the Magic Valley would welcome a Del Taco, especially since the nearest location is more than an hour away.

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The first Del Taco opened 60 years ago in California, according to the chain's website. There are presently eight locations in Idaho. The word is the restaurant is targeting further expansions in Montana, Texas, and Wyoming soon, according to eatthis.com. Del Taco is one of the fastest-growing grub hubs in the country.

They were recently named the number one fast food favorite in America, according to retailwire.com. For years, Chick-fil-A held that title, but that run has ended.

Twin Falls already has popular swift-serving Mexican choices like Taco Bell and 9 Beans & A Burrito, but again, the menus aren't as broad as Del Taco. I think the Magic Valley would welcome a Del Taco, especially since the nearest location is more than an hour away.

Let's keep our fingers crossed that the company eyes Twin Falls for a site in the near future.

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