Tortilla Republic

Brand Identity

Tortilla Republic was started by a group of friends who desired the same kind of modern, yet authentic Mexican cuisine available to them on their many trips to Mexico. They sought to educate guests on the depth and quality of regional Mexican cuisine beyond the typical rice and beans and burrito offerings. As the brand expanded across geographies to different locations, the design elements were no longer cohesive.

We worked with them to develop a new logo and a brand system based on a flock of four eagles acting as Tortilla Republic’s brand ambassadors, representing core cultural values. Visually, the brand is layered with with oranges and pinks inspired by the architecture and street markets of Mexico City which extend throughout the menus, environment, and website.

Our design team took a deep dive into the client’s brand story, born heavily out of experiences in Mexico, and created a flexible system. The brand strategy guides a complete system featuring a new logo, vibrant palette of colors, and fresh lifestyle photography. The illustrated eagles — reminiscent of the legend behind the founding of Mexico — allow the brand to express its bolder, fun side and enhance storytelling throughout the different applications.

Comprehensive brand guidelines provide the Tortilla Republic team with a strong base from which they can continue to grow. These guidelines also help the stakeholders communicate their vision to expansion partners around the world.

Project completed at Rios Clementi Hale Studios