Perhaps one of the most controversial Taco Bell cancellations was Verde Sauce. ( Update: Now that all potato items are gone from the menu, we may be wrong about the fries…but we’ll hold out hope like nacho cheese, it springs eternal.) Verde Sauce The cycle shall certainly repeat, but only time will tell exactly when. Only just introduced in January 2018, Taco Bell’s Nacho Fries with their zesty seasoning and cup of warm nacho goo for dipping were taken away all too quickly- but, in a move very much modeled on the McRib, they returned in January 2019! Then they were gone again, then came back in June-and (shocker) were whisked away once more. Whatever the reason for their removal, despite many of these items’ ends definitely being for the best, a few of them to get the axe - now and in the past - were considered beloved favorites. The popular items stay around and the underperforming items get retired,” said Quinn, who worked at the restaurant as shift lead throughout high school and college. To that end, these new menu items will be available beginning Novem(because, to paraphrase, as Taco Bell taketh, Taco Bell also giveth):įormer Taco Bell employee Shaun Quinn describes the process as a cycle. The creativity and innovation in our kitchen hasn’t slowed down at all, and we look forward to rolling out new fan favorites.” While we know fans may be understandably sad to see some of their favorites go, this evolution of our menu truly paves the way for fresh new ideas. The most recent September announcement confirming the demise of Mexican Pizza quotes Mike Grams, Taco Bell President, Global COO: “We’re constantly evaluating ways to provide a more efficient restaurant experience, and have already begun to see progress from streamlining our menu. The release also noted that, “…while change is hard, a simplified menu and innovation process will leave room for new fan favorites, continued progress in categories such as plant-based diets, and even opportunities for the return of some classics on a limited time basis.” We want to ensure an easy and fast ordering experience for our guests and team members, while simultaneously opening up opportunities for even more innovation.” This evolved menu approach comes after months of analyzing the new way we are running our restaurants. Taco Bell confirmed the rumors in a press release shortly after, stating that, “we will be simplifying our menu.
The August 2020 announcement was initially made by a Taco Bell employee on Reddit and sent social media into a tizzy. So will pico de gallo and shredded chicken. *Thanks to customization options, you can still technically order the 7-Layer Burrito, and the Quesarito (though it’s no longer on the menu either).Īnd now we know Mexican Pizza will be gone come November 5, 2020.