Taco Bell fans know the heartbreak of seeing a favorite menu item vanish without warning. One day, you’re savoring that perfect bite—the next, it’s gone. Cheesy, crunchy delights and fiery, flavor-packed favorites still haunt our cravings. Which ones deserve a comeback? Let’s take a delicious stroll down memory lane.
The Enchirito
When a burrito met an enchilada. Wrapped in a soft tortilla, stuffed with seasoned beef, beans, and onions, and drenched in rich red sauce, the Enchirito was a messy dish. Taco Bell teased fans with brief comebacks, but it qualifies for a permanent spot on the menu.
Double Decker Taco
Why settle for one tortilla when you can have two? This fan-favorite combined a crunchy taco shell and a soft flour tortilla glued together with a layer of refried beans. The contrast was heavenly. Introduced in the ’90s and removed in 2019, the Double Decker Taco left fans reeling.
Nacho Fries BellGrande
Taco Bell’s Nacho Fries was already a hit, but the BellGrande version took things to another level. Crispy, seasoned fries smothered in warm nacho cheese, beef, sour cream, and tomatoes—it was a fork-worthy indulgence. Despite its popularity, this loaded delight has only returned occasionally.
Spicy Tostada
The Spicy Tostada was a budget-friendly gem—crunchy, messy, and flavorful. A tostada shell piled high with refried beans, tangy red sauce, lettuce, cheese, and that zesty chipotle kick… seriously, why did they take this away? It was a simple pleasure that disappeared without warning. Fans are still waiting for Taco Bell to come to its senses.
Meximelt
50% quesadilla, 50% soft taco, and 100% delicious, the Meximelt was simplicity at its best. Warm tortillas held seasoned beef, gooey cheese, and fresh pico de gallo—no gimmicks, just incredible flavor. Fans have begged for its return since its quiet removal, and honestly? Can’t blame them.
Volcano Taco
With a red shell, spicy lava sauce, and seasoned beef, this was Taco Bell’s way of daring you to sweat. Spicy food lovers still mourn its loss, clinging to DIY recipes in a desperate attempt to recreate the magic. No limited-time revival can ever fill the void.
Beefy Crunch Burrito
Taco Bell took an ordinary burrito and cranked it up with Flamin’ Hot Fritos. The result? A perfect blend of soft, crunchy, spicy, and cheesy. Every so often, it makes a brief return, but why tease us? Just bring it back for good! Some flavors are too legendary to stay locked away.
Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Taco
The Nacho Cheese version remains, but where’s the balance? Cool Ranch Doritos brought a bold, tangy twist to Taco Bell’s crunchy tacos. Yet, despite its popularity, it was yanked from the menu in 2019. Fans still bring it up in mourning. It’s time to right this wrong, Taco Bell.
Quesarito
A burrito wrapped inside a quesadilla sounds like a dream. The Quesarito was a real menu item. Cheesy, melty, and packed with flavor, it mysteriously disappeared from in-store menus in 2023 (but can still be ordered online). But let’s be real: Food this good should never be hidden.
7-Layer Burrito
This burrito was so stacked that it needed no extras. With beans, rice, guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and seasoned goodness, the 7-Layer Burrito was a satisfying meat-free option loved by all. Then, in 2020, it left fans wondering why such a classic had to go. Taco Bell, we need this one back.
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