Taco Bell News & Media

Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza sells out nationwide

June 1, 2022

Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza returned last month to much fanfare, but just as soon as sales began, the fan favorite is already selling out in some markets. A…

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Diversified Restaurant Group Awards $100K-plus in educational grants

May 26, 2022

The Diversified Restaurant Group, one of the largest Taco Bell international franchises, has awarded $135,000 in Live Mas Scholarship grants to eight team…

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Taco Bell creates musical starring Mexican Pizza, Dolly Parton

May 9, 2022

Taco Bell is producing Mexican Pizza: The Musical, a production made for Mexican Pizza fans, by Mexican Pizza fans. Starring in the production are recording…

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Taco Bell wants guests to swap out 'mundane' meals for free tacos

May 9, 2022

Taco Bell wants customers in international markets to "swap" out their usual mundane meals for free tacos. This current campaign is part of a global #ISeeATaco…

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The Taco Bell Foundation awards $8M in scholarships

April 27, 2022

The Taco Bell Foundation is providing than $8 million in scholarships for 772 students. With the help of Taco Bell's Chief Impact Officer, Lil Nas X, the Taco…

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Taco Bell to kick off 5-city Drag Brunch

April 25, 2022

Taco Bell is rolling out the purple carpet for a new immersive fan experience: Drag Brunch. Starting in May, U.S. fans can participate in "Taco Bell Drag…

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Chipotle, Rally’s, Noodles & Company execs talk increasing drive-thru experience

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Drive-thru innovation and the customer experience was the focus of a panel discussion at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit held this month in…

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Dolly Parton, hubby love the Taco Bell

April 20, 2022

Country music star Dolly Parton and her husband, Carl Dean, are all about Taco Bell when it comes time to grab a fast bite.

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Taco Bell fan favorite finally back

April 18, 2022

Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza is back — finally. Rumors have been swirling for months, but recording artist Doja Cat announced last weekend that the popular menu…

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Taco Bell celebrates anniversary with exclusive team member gear

March 21, 2022

The Taco Bell in Downey California is celebrating its 60th birthday.

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Taco Bell brings back iconic dessert taco

February 17, 2022

Klondike and Taco Bell have partnered to bring back an iconic frozen treat at select restaurants: the Klondike Choco Taco. The Choco Taco will be tested…

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Taco Bell opens 100th store in Spain, plans international expansion

February 15, 2022

Taco Bell is celebrating the brand's 100th restaurant opening in Spain. Taco Bell opened its first restaurant outside the states in 1973, and in just the last…

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Yum Brands, UofL, Howard University launch Yum Franchise Accelerator

February 4, 2022

Yum Brands Inc. is partnering with the University of Louisville and Howard University to launch the Yum Franchise Accelerator, a one-of-a-kind MBA elective…

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Balance Point Capital announces investment in 35 Taco Bell stores

January 20, 2022

Balance Point Capital, in conjunction with its affiliated funds, Balance Point Capital Partners III, L.P. and Balance Point Capital Partners V, L.P., has…

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Taco Bell launches Taco Bell Business School

January 19, 2022

Taco Bell has launched the Taco Bell Business School in conjunction with the Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence in partnership with the University of…

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Taco Bell rolls out subscription service nationwide

January 6, 2022

Taco Bell has launched its Taco Lover's Pass nationwide after an initial trial last September. Fans can redeem one of seven tacos a day for 30 consecutive days…

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Taco Bell's wings available for one week

December 23, 2021

Taco Bell is adding chicken wings to its menu beginning Jan. 6, according to a company press release.

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Southpaw acquires 35 Taco Bells in Northern Virginia, D.C.-Metro Maryland

December 22, 2021

Southpaw has acquired 35 Taco Bell restaurants across Northern Virginia and DC-Metro Maryland, significantly enhancing Southpaw's presence in the Mid-Atlantic…

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Taco Bell to raise minimum wage, offer plant-based meat

December 16, 2021

Taco Bell has outlined ambitious plans for 2022, including raising wages to $15 in company-owned stores and evolving its menu to include plant-based meats…

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Taco Bell appoints Nike’s Sean Tresvant as global chief brand officer

December 3, 2021

Taco Bell has appointed Sean Tresvant as its global chief brand officer. Tresvant's appointment takes effect Jan. 10, 2022, according to a press release.

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