Nothing curbs a craving quite like your favorite $5 box from Taco Bell, complete with a hot batch of nacho fries. Devoted fans of the Bell know how often the menu changes, so it’s best not to get too attached to one item. If you’re not the type to branch out during the lunch rush, you may want to consider changing your order. (We’re looking at you, Grilled Cheese Burrito fans.)
The revamped Taco Bell menu is here, but to make room for all the new goods, we’ll have to say goodbye to some of our favorites. Here’s what we’ll miss on the menu this fall.
Say Goodbye to These 14 Items
Last year, Doritos fans weren’t happy to hear that two Doritos Locos Tacos flavors—Cool Ranch and Fiery Doritos Locos Tacos—were getting the boot. This year, Mexican Pizza and Beefy Fritos Burrito fans are on the chopping block, as both items will be (or have already been) discontinued nationwide. Other disappearing menu items include:
- Grilled Steak Soft Taco
- Nachos Supreme
- Spicy Tostada
- Triple Layer Nachos
- Spicy Potato Soft Taco
- Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes
- Loaded Grillers
- Chips & Dips
- Mini Skillet Bowl
- Pico de Gallo
- Shredded Chicken
Other items you may notice missing from the menu this fall include the Quesarito and the 7-Layer Burrito, though both menu items will be available to order online through customizations.
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Time Is Running Out
If you want to give your favorite menu item a proper goodbye, you’ll have to get into Taco Bell ASAP. The new menu debuts on November 5, meaning you’ve only got a little while left to dig into your favorites. Some of these items, like the Beefy Fritos Burrito and Triple Layer Nachos, have already disappeared as of August 13—it’s just a matter of time before the entire list is eliminated.
It’s Not All Bad News
Chin up, because there are some new goodies heading to Taco Bell, too. We’re most looking forward to the $1 Chicken Chipotle Melt, which brings together all-white marinated grilled chicken, chipotle sauce and loads of cheddar cheese. Other all-new menu items include the Dragonfruit Freeze (reminiscent of Starbucks’ Mango Dragonfruit Refresher), Green Sauce (reminiscent of Verde Sauce) and the Quesalupa, which will begin the testing period in Knoxville, Tennessee on September 24 before hopefully rolling out nationwide.
Here’s a tasty sneak peek at the Dragonfruit Freeze, courtesy of @whatwontemilyeat on Instagram. Just look at this gorgeous sipper!
Not only is there a new drink, but there’s a new bundle to go along with it. The Grande Stacker Box—according to @guppymfj on Twitter—is $5 and only available from September 3—December 4, but it’s so worth hitting the drive-thru. Every box includes two crunchy tacos, a Grande Stacker and a Baja Blast, which can easily be substituted with a Dragonfruit Freeze.
These items are (presumably) only around for a limited time, so if you’ve got a craving you just can’t curb, take it up with the ‘Bell. You won’t be missing your go-to after you order a Grande Stacker Box.
Turn Your Kitchen into a Taco Bell with Our Best Copycat Recipes
Inspired By: Cheesy Bean and Rice BurritoThese hearty and zippy burritos can be whipped up in a jiffy. —Kimberly Hardison, Maitland, Florida
Inspired By: Nacho FriesDon't plan on coming away with clean fingers after digging into these cheese fries! For a more authentic copycat, add some of this
homemade taco seasoning to your fries.
Inspired By: Dressed Egg TacoThis is a really simple, tasty breakfast. It has been a mainstay for our mornings together as a family. —Jo Ferguson, Arnold, Missouri
Inspired By: Cheese QuesadillaWe serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. —Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
Inspired By: Chicken BurritoThis mouthwatering chicken burrito recipe makes enough for two casseroles, so you can enjoy one today and freeze the other for a busy weeknight. They're super to have on hand for quick meals or to take to potlucks. —Sonya Nightingale, Burley, Idaho.
Inspired By: Guacamole SideI always judge a Tex-Mex restaurant by its guacamole. And although it's simple to prepare, it can go wrong oh, so easily. I've spent many years perfecting mine, to the point where I think it's better than most restaurants. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Inspired By: Spicy TostadaYou only need a handful of ingredients to make one of our family’s favorites. It's also easy to double for company! —Susan Brown, Kansas City, Kansas
Inspired By: Fiesta Taco SaladI found this recipe in an old school cookbook, and I've taken it to many potlucks since then. The layers look so pretty in a glass bowl. —Sandy Fynaardt, New Sharon, Iowa
Inspired By: Grande ScramblerBurritos for
breakfast? Why not! These zesty little handfuls will wake up your taste buds and start your day with a smile. And you can make and freeze them ahead, then just pop them into the microwave for a quick meal. —Linda Wells, St. Mary's, Georgia
Inspired By: Chicken Soft TacoMy family loves these tacos. The chicken cooks in the slow cooker, so it’s convenient to throw together before I leave for work. Then we just roll it up in tortillas with the remaining ingredients and dinner’s ready in minutes. —Cheryl Newendorp, Pella, Iowa
Inspired By: Nacho Cheese SauceThis zesty nacho dip is great for any get-together and allows me to spend more time with my guests. I always have requests to bring it when my husband and I attend parties. —Sally Hull, Homestead, Florida
Inspired By: Chalupa SupremeI wanted an easy alternative to deep-fried chalupas, so I bake them with filling on top. —Magdalena Flores, Abilene, Texas
Inspired By: Grilled Breakfast BurritoZap one of these frozen burritos in the microwave and you'll stave off hunger all morning. This recipe is my family’s favorite combo, but I sometimes use breakfast sausage instead of bacon. —Audra Niederman, Aberdeen, South Dakota
Inspired By: Grilled Steak Soft TacosZesty salsa and tender strips of steak make these traditional fajitas extra special. —Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah
Inspired By: Chicken QuesadillaLeftover chicken gets Mexican flair from cumin in this fun main dish. The chicken quesadilla recipe has an impressive look and taste yet requires little preparation. —Linda Wetzel, Woodland Park, Colorado
Inspired By: Combo BurritoI love burritos, but the frozen ones are high in salt and chemicals. So I created these. They're wonderful to have on hand for quick dinners or late-night snacks—I've even had them for breakfast! —Laura Winemiller, Delta, Pennsylvania
Inspired By: Nachos SupremeMy mom gave me a fundraiser cookbook, and this is the recipe I’ve used most. My whole family is on board. For toppings, think sour cream, tomatoes, jalapeno and red onion. —Judy Hughes, Waverly, Kansas
Inspired By: Cheesy Potato BurritoI have a son who lives in Mexico, so we don’t see him very often. When I make these burritos, it feels as if he is right there at the table with us, inhaling them. —Marina Castle, Canyon Country, California
Inspired By: Crunchy TacoA taco seasoning made from scratch with pantry staples deliciously jazzes up ground beef, turning Tuesday night into an all-out fiesta. Add your favorite toppings, and dinner is served! —Rebecca Levesque, St. George, New Brunswick
Inspired By: XXL Grilled Stuffed BurritoAfter a busy day, this is a dish that I can get on the table fast. The recipe came about totally by accident: I started throwing things together and soon I had a winner! Everyone who has tried these burritos goes home with the recipe. —Amanda Alford, Hopedale, Illinois
