Taco Bell Cyclospora Recovery & Transparency
Key Questions
How many new items are in Taco Bell's summer menu?
Taco Bell's summer menu includes 12 new items, with permanent Nacho Fries and upcoming LTOs like Fajita Street Chalupas and Sriracha Quesarito. A new July menu launches July 23 featuring crispy chicken and pineapple freeze.
What AI technology is Taco Bell expanding?
Taco Bell is expanding its AI drive-thru voice ordering to 890 locations across 38 states. The rollout aims to improve speed and operational efficiency.
What classic Taco Bell items are returning to the menu?
The Double Decker Taco revival has been confirmed, and the Enchirito has returned at $3.99. The chain is also eliminating 12 existing menu items.
What new menu testing is Taco Bell conducting?
Taco Bell is testing a Luxe Value Menu and $3 Chili Cheese Menu in Louisville. New LTOs include Toasted Cheddar Chalupa in September and a Cantina chicken rolled quesadilla.
What issues are affecting Taco Bell locations currently?
A Cyclospora outbreak is impacting fresh produce availability at some locations. Fan reactions to the new chicken-focused items have been mixed.
Record-breaking Cyclospora outbreak: 24,000 cases, 2 deaths, 160+ hospitalizations. Linked to Taylor Farms lettuce; recall expanded to jalapeño products. Taco Bell removed lettuce items, traffic down 31% at peak. Recovery underway with $1 Mexican Pizza, app growth, new LTOs. Parent company knew earlier — transparency issue. Kitchen X concept opens in Minnesota. Tajín menu launched Aug 13 with three items and Peso Pluma merch. Confirmed by multiple sources.