Sourcing the right ingredients.
Our friends at Ranchero’s were at a crossroads in their brand journey. With the number of stores growing faster than avocados on trees, they needed help answering some big questions.
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How are we different?
Is Ranchero’s the right name?
Should we update our look?
Is our menu right?
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To differentiate in the crowded quick-serve space, they needed focus. We came up with a few places to start. Fresh ingredients, sourced from local farmers, their neighborly affection and commitment to quality service, and a convenient Tex-Mex style lineup…
To reflect the true character of what makes them so special, they reintroduced themselves.
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We developed a simple but sturdy mark and celebrated the new name by throwing a party.
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And tied them together with a brand voice that captures the joy and togetherness of sharing a good meal.
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Together the combo assembles “A Fresh Welcome,” the essence of the Surcheros brand.
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