Canadian Burrito Chain Picks Apopka for First Florida Store, Targets 30 to 35 Statewide

A Canadian fast-casual chain known for folding Indian and Mediterranean flavors into its burritos is about to make its U.S. debut in Apopka. Burrito Guyz is preparing its first American location at 2895 Ocoee Apopka Road, Suite C in Building 2, inside the Lake Carter Exchange development, with an opening expected in December 2026.

No exact opening date has been set, according to whatnow.com, which reports that a restaurant-related permit application for the site was still in process as of October 2. The Apopka location will mark Burrito Guyz’s entry into the Florida market, and it will be operated by Paddy Patel’s Investment Group.

Brothers Viraag and Krunal Patel will own and run the restaurant, according to the Business Debut, which reported that the pair signed an area development agreement with Burrito Guyz’s Canadian head office covering the entire state of Florida. Krunal also serves as co-owner and will help steer future locations in Georgia, where the Apopka Chief notes the Patels hold a first right of refusal for development.

A Menu That Travels Beyond Tex-Mex

Burrito Guyz describes itself as a fast-casual concept built around burritos, tacos and similarly customizable formats, according to Business Debut. The chain’s website lists burritos and rice bowls alongside quesadillas, nachos, tacos and taco salads, as The Apopka Chief first reported…

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