Jack in the Box Inc is an American fast-food restaurant chain headquartered in San Diego, California. The firm was founded in 1951 and operates more than 2,200 locations, either owned or franchised, across over 20 states within the US and in Guam, serving around 500 million customers annually. While Jack in the Box venues do provide eat-in dining, the firm has a strong focus on portable food options and reports that around 90% of its users choose drive-thru or take out options.
The company’s food outlets serve a full menu, including breakfast throughout the day. It differentiates itself from other fast food venues with a more extensive menu, including tacos, egg rolls, burgers, fries, and salads, as well as an emphasis on customised options. Many Jack in the Box venues are open between 18 and 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Jack in the Box Inc. also operates and franchises Qdoba Mexican Grill, a leader in fast-casual dining, offering a range of customisable Mexican food options, with approximately 600 restaurants in 46 states, the District of Columbia, and Canada. The firm is listed on the NASDAQ and trades under the stock ticker JACK.
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