About Guzman y Gomez — Passion on Every Plate
Guzman y Gomez is Australia's home of bold, fresh Mexican food. From our first location to hundreds of restaurants across the country, the GYG story is one of real ingredients, real flavour, and a relentless passion for food done right.
Born from a Love of Real Mexican Food
Guzman y Gomez — known and loved as GYG — was founded in 2003 with a simple but powerful belief: Australians deserved to experience the true, vibrant flavours of authentic Mexican street food, made with real ingredients and zero compromise.
What started as a single restaurant has grown into one of Australia's most beloved food brands. Every burrito, taco, and bowl on our menu is crafted from scratch daily — no preservatives, no shortcuts, no apologies.
Today, GYG serves millions of customers across Australia and internationally, but our heart remains the same: to serve food that makes people feel good, made by a team that cares deeply about every single ingredient.
Fresh Daily
All ingredients prepared fresh in-restaurant every single day
No Preservatives
Clean food with no artificial additives or preservatives
Authentic Flavours
Traditional Mexican recipes reimagined for Australia
Made with Love
Every meal crafted with passion by our dedicated team
Mission, Vision & Culture
Everything we do at GYG is guided by a clear purpose — to make the world better one burrito at a time, with food that's honest, nourishing, and delicious.
Our Mission
To serve the most authentic, freshest Mexican food in Australia — prepared daily from real ingredients with no shortcuts — and to make every guest feel welcome, energised, and happy.
Our Vision
To become the world's most loved Mexican food brand — a global symbol of fresh, feel-good food that bridges cultures and brings communities together over incredible flavour.
Our Culture
At GYG, people come first. We invest in our team, champion diversity, and foster a culture of boldness, warmth, and relentless improvement. Great food starts with great people.
The GYG History Timeline
From a single restaurant dream to a national food movement — here's how Guzman y Gomez grew into the GYG Australia loves today.
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2003
The Dream Begins
Guzman y Gomez opens its very first restaurant in Sydney, Australia. Inspired by the vibrant street food culture of Mexico, founders commit to fresh ingredients and bold, authentic flavours.
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2007
Rapid Expansion Across NSW
Word spreads fast. GYG expands to 10 locations across New South Wales, building a loyal following of customers who appreciate real food made the right way.
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2011
Going National
Guzman y Gomez launches its franchise model and expands nationwide, opening restaurants in Victoria, Queensland, and beyond. The GYG brand becomes a household name across Australia.
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2015
International Expansion
GYG takes its fresh Mexican food concept beyond Australia, opening locations in Singapore and Japan — proving the world is hungry for authentic, honest food.
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2019
Drive-Through Revolution
GYG launches its innovative drive-through model — the first fast food chain in Australia to serve genuinely fresh, made-to-order Mexican food in a quick-service format.
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2024
180+ Locations & Growing
Today, Guzman y Gomez operates over 180 restaurants across Australia and internationally, serving millions of guests with the same freshness, boldness, and heart it had on day one.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Behind every great burrito is an even greater team. Meet the passionate people driving the Guzman y Gomez mission forward every day.
Steven Marks
Co-Founder & CEO
The visionary behind GYG, Steven has dedicated two decades to building Australia's most beloved Mexican food brand from a single restaurant into a global icon.
Maria Lopez
Culinary Director
With roots in Oaxaca and a passion for pure flavour, Maria oversees every recipe on the GYG menu — ensuring every dish honours authentic Mexican culinary tradition.
James Thornton
Chief Operations Officer
James drives GYG's operational excellence across all 180+ locations, ensuring the same quality, speed, and freshness that customers expect — every time, everywhere.
Priya Sharma
Head of Sustainability
Priya leads GYG's commitment to sustainable sourcing, ethical supply chains, and community impact — because great food should also be good for the planet and the people who grow it.
The Values Behind Every GYG Meal
These aren't just words on a wall — these are the principles that shape every decision, every recipe, and every interaction at Guzman y Gomez.
Freshness Without Compromise
We prepare our ingredients fresh every single day. No frozen shortcuts, no preservatives — just real food, made right, every time you visit GYG.
Genuine Hospitality
Every guest matters. We train our team to deliver warmth, speed, and genuine care — making every visit to GYG feel personal, not transactional.
Sustainability First
We source ethically, reduce waste actively, and invest in sustainable packaging. Because the best food comes from a healthy planet, and we intend to protect it.
Boldness in Everything
Bold flavours, bold ideas, bold people. We never shy away from trying something new — in our kitchen, our restaurants, or our community.
Community & Belonging
GYG restaurants are community hubs. We celebrate diversity, support local suppliers, and work to make every neighbourhood a little more vibrant and connected.
Continuous Improvement
We're never done learning. From refining recipes to improving sustainability practices, GYG is always evolving — because good is never good enough when great is possible.
Experience Guzman y Gomez
Fresh Mexican Food Today
From our kitchen to your hands — every meal is made fresh, with love, and bold authentic flavour. Order Now and taste what GYG is all about.
289-299 Swanston St
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia