# Savory Mexican-Style Sandwiches Del Taco is Serving Up a New Lineup of Epic Tortas By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2022-08-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-tortas References: [fastfoodpost](https://www.fastfoodpost.com/del-taco-launches-new-epic-tortas-lineup/)  [Del Taco](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queso-chrunchtadas) is giving fans a new way to keep hunger at bay with its new Epic Tortas lineup. For those unfamiliar, a torta is a savory Mexican sandwich served on a soft roll and filled with meat and other toppings like salsa and iceberg lettuce. Del Taco's new Epic Tortas lineup consists of three sandwiches, all served on a freshly toasted 7-inch roll, along with meat, house-made pico de gallo, house-grated cheddar cheese, and other toppings. The new Carne Asada & Queso Epic Torta also features freshly grilled [carne asada](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-carne-asada-steak-burrito) and Del’s signature Queso Blanco, while the Chicken BLT Epic Torta features freshly grilled, marinated chicken. Lastly, the new Crispy Chicken & Guac Epic Torta features two crispy chicken strips topped with guacamole. The new Epic Tortas officially launch on September 1. Image Credit: Del Taco ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mexican Sandwich Trend:** Opportunity for food industry to explore and expand the market for the savory Mexican sandwich trend beyond traditional Mexican restaurants. - **Gourmet Convenience Trend:** Opportunity for food industry to capitalize on the demand for quick, but gourmet options, by offering elevated handheld sandwiches like tortas through fast-casual chains and convenience stores. - **Customizable Torta Trend:** Opportunity for food industry to introduce customizable tortas at restaurants which will allow customers to tailor their sandwich to individual tastes and preferences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fast-food Chain Industry:** Opportunity for fast-food chains to compete with traditional Mexican restaurants and increase market share by introducing their take on the traditional Mexican sandwich trend. - **Fast Casual Industry:** Opportunity for fast-casual restaurants to capitalize on the gourmet convenience trend by offering elevated and customizable handheld sandwiches like tortas. - **Convenience Store Industry:** Opportunity for convenience stores to tap into the demand for gourmet quick options by offering pre-made, fresh and customizable tortas as a snack or meal option. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pressed Mexican Sandwich Combos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-torta-combos.md) - [Cunchy Queso-Topped Tostadas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queso-chrunchtadas.md) - [Elevated Mexican Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torta-combos.md) - [Hearty Breakfast-Centric Tortas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-egg-torta.md) - [Collaborative Pork Taco Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roasted-pork-al-pastor.md) - [Snack Chip-Infused QSR Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/del-taco-takis-menu.md) - [Authentic Slow-Cooked Taco Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slowcooked-pork-carnitas.md) - [Birria-Inspired QSR Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/del-taco-2.md) - [Spiced Honey Barbecue Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honey-chipotle-bbq-brisket.md)