Taco Bell's ever-evolving face seen as key to future success

Whether it's punching in a kiosk order at a downsized urban store or relaxing for a drink and a game of cornhole at one of its Cantinas, Taco Bell is finding…

What's behind the Great QSR Store Reface

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

No need to tell Americans change is afoot as all they need do is take a look at some of their favorite local drive-thrus. But the changes happening in QSR…

Chick-fil-A scoring big in Chicken Sandwich Wars ... for now

Today's question for readers: Are we tired of hearing about chicken sandwiches yet? Of course not.

The chicken fight continues ... Taco Bell enters the ring

February 22, 2021

The QSR Chicken Wars are heading into taco territory with Taco Bell debuting a Crispy Chicken Sandwich Taco on March 11 in Nashville, Tennessee, and Charlotte…

Taco Bell takes aim at competitors' celebrity 'faves' promos

February 2, 2021

Calling celebrity favorite-related promotions like those in recent months at McDonald's, "eating someone else's favorites," Taco Bell is spinning off its own…

Taco Bell, Dunkin', Popeyes top out Entreprenuer's Top Franchises

January 29, 2021

Taco Bell and Dunkin' were the No. 1 and No. 2 spot, respectively, on the latest Franchise 500 ranking from Irvine, California-based, Entrepreneur Magazine…

Taco Bell's 'potatoes redux'

January 14, 2021

Taco Bell said it's not only bringing back potatoes in two upcoming menu items but is also "exploring" a plant-based protein with Beyond Meat, according to a…

QSR execs reveal how COVID-19 has changed leadership styles

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

The last pandemic-stricken year has levied a literal cascade of slings and arrows at QSR leaders, which has seriously altered the way they are doing their…

Taco Bell, A&W CEOs among those sharing 2020 lessons learned

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Granted, there's not much to love, let alone like about 2020 in the restaurant universe or elsewhere. But under the heading of pain so often bringing gain, we…

Just in time for a Santa snack: Nacho Fries coming back

December 16, 2020

Taco Bell's Nacho Fries have a popularity that ranks right up there with Santa Claus, so the brand is bringing the spicy offering back this season beginning on…

For sale: 300-unit Taco Bell franchise

November 19, 2020

Arkansas-based Taco Bell franchisee, K-Mac, is for sale through its private equity firm, Lee Equity Partners. The company is seeking $900 million for K-Mac's…

Taco Bell ticks up Yum Brands Q3 results

October 29, 2020

Yum Brands revealed third-quarter results Thursday that made clear the power of the Taco Bell brand for the Louisville, Kentucky-based company. Worldwide…

Taco Bell adds DoorDash, celebrates stolen World Series bases

October 15, 2020

Taco Bell is promoting its new partnership with third-party delivery provider, DoorDash, at 5,500 U.S. locations by giving registered DoorDash users half off a…

'Taco' bite! What's not to like?

Sunday, Oct. 4, is National Taco Day.

Wine at Taco Bell? Only in Canada

September 14, 2020

Taco Bell in Canada — at least in two cities of the Great White North and via online — has wine-lovers all abuzz with news about a limited-time wine offering.

Taco Bell menu revamp: Hasta la vista Mexican pizza

September 3, 2020

After annoucing in July that it was streamlining its menu, Taco Bell released more details Thursday, saying it would eliimante some items but add others by…

Suspended dining areas, triple drive-thru lanes move into Burger King next year

Burger King just landed a whopper of a store redesign that it said will begin being built next year.

Taco Bell COO on navigating change: 'It's actually getting … more fun'

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Change is something every restaurateur has gotten a dose of this year, and Taco Bell Global COO Mike Grams said the brand is winning the adaptability game.

Taco Bell rides 'Go Mobile' model to serve 1B drive-thru customers

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

If there are a couple of things we've learned over the past half-year, it's that drive-thru and digital restaurant ordering are here to stay. In this interview…

Yum China opens Taco Bell in Beijing

August 21, 2020

Yum China Holdings Inc. has opened its first Taco Bell location in Beijing. The location will feature some Chinese exclusives such as the rice bowl, seasoned…