Taco Bell to launch “decades” menu
FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— Taco Bell has announced it will be adding an assortment of items back to its menu from its first 50 years of service along with special merchandise.
For all the Taco Bell fans out there, you can finally get your hands on some of your favorite menu items from the past. According to an on Taco Bell's website , you can currently get 4 old menu items from each of the first four decades the restaurant chain has been open. Each of these items will be available for under $3. The four items currently available at participating locations according to the website are the:
'60s – Tostada: An O.G. menu item, which was one of six menu items released in 1962 at Taco Bell's first walkup location in Southern California. It is comprised of a crispy corn tostada shell, layered with savory refried beans, tangy red sauce, crispy lettuce, and shredded cheese, for $2.19*.
'70s – Green Sauce Burrito: One of our "most-hacked" burritos and an item as edgy as the 1970s, this luscious burrito is filled with savory refried beans, crunchy onions, shredded cheddar cheese and green sauce made with green chili, tomatillos, jalapeño peppers and spices, available for $2.49*.
'80s – Meximelt: One of our most requested comeback items and a member of every '80s clique, the Meximelt is made with freshly prepared pico de gallo, a blend of three cheeses: mozzarella, cheddar, and monterey jack melted with craveable seasoned beef in a tortilla, available for $2.99*.
'90s – Gordita Supreme: The ultimate '90s kid, the Beef Gordita Supreme returns for $2.99*, featuring a pillowy warm flatbread filled with savory seasoned beef, cool reduced-fat sour cream, crisp lettuce, blend of three cheeses: mozzarella, cheddar & monterey jack and topped with diced tomatoes.
Then starting on November 21, the Caramel Apple Empanada from the 2000s will be added back to the menu as well. Taco Bell describes it as, "A star was born in Y2K as the Caramel Apple Empanada came on the scene with its golden-brown, crispy exterior filled with apple pieces and a flavorful creamy caramel filling."
"Everyone remembers the moment they fell in love with Taco Bell and that one special menu item that brings you right back," said Taylor Montgomery, Chief Marketing Officer. "The Decades Menu and the merch we're creating are an ode to our rich history and a love letter to our fans, whether they've been rolling through our drive-thru for decades or are just about to discover their first Caramel Apple Empanada."
Taco Bell will also be having some extra fun for this new menu in the form of special app deals and a partnership with Uber Eats. On top of this, you can also get your hands on a stainless-steel cup or hoodie modeled after designs from the 60s to the 00s for rewards members. Customers can also snag plastic versions at random with a medium size drink while supplies last. Lastly, if you happen to be in the area of Scottsdale, Arizona one store will be transformed to resemble a store from the 60s.
