Texas-Based Restaurant Group Acquires On The Border

Pappas Restaurants has acquired On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina. The deal is expected to close in the coming weeks.

Pappas Restaurants says in the announcement that On The Border’s value-driven approach complements its Pappasito’s Cantina brand and that together, the two Texas-based brands will allow it to serve a wider range of guests across more markets.

“On The Border is a brand with deep heritage and loyal guests, and we see tremendous opportunity to invest in its future,” says Mike Rizzo, CEO of Pappas Restaurants. “Our shared Texas roots and passion for hospitality make this a natural fit.”

Pappas Restaurants says it plans to explore ways to enhance On The Border’s menu, operations and guest experience while honoring its history and fan-favorite offerings.

Along with Pappasito’s Cantina, Houston-based Pappas Restaurants also includes Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Pappas Bar-B-Q, Pappas Bros. Steakhouse and more brands. On The Border, of Dallas, operates 60 company-owned restaurants across 18 states and has 20 franchised locations in the U.S. and South Korea.