Taco Bell fans nationwide could soon get a taste of the past.
Over the last week, the fast-food chain brought back “nostalgic” items that haven’t appeared on the menu for years.
They were available at a trio of Southern California locations starting Aug. 15, although the special menu lasted for only a few days.
Taco Bell said each item represented a decade of the chain’s history, spanning from the 1960s through the 2000s. Here’s a look:
- ‘60s: Tostada. The Tostada was one of Taco bell’s original menu items when it opened its first location in 1962. It includes a crispy corn tostada shell, layered with savory refried beans, tangy red sauce, crispy lettuce and shredded cheese, for $2.19.
- ‘70s: Green Burrito. Gaining popularity in the 1970s, this luscious burrito is filled with savory refried beans, crunchy onions, shredded cheddar cheese and green sauce made with green chili, tomatillos, jalapeno peppers and spices, available for $2.49.
- ‘80s: Meximelt. This legendary ‘80s fave is made with freshly prepared daily pico de gallo, a blend of three cheeses: mozzarella, cheddar & Monterey jack melted with craveable seasoned beef in a tortilla, available for $2.99.
- ‘90s: Beef Gordita Supreme. ‘90s kids remember the Gordita, which is making its comeback for $2.99, pillowy warm flatbread filled with savory seasoned beef, cool reduced-fat sour cream, crisp lettuce, blend of three cheeses: mozzarella, cheddar & Monterey jack and topped with diced tomatoes.
- ‘00s: Caramel Apple Empanada. Our 2000s star is a golden-brown empanada with a crispy exterior filled with apple pieces and a flavorful creamy filling with caramel notes, available for $2.99.
“Thanks to our rich history, we have a vault of craveable products our fans have become passionate about and we continuously explore ways to reintroduce the ones that deliver on the comfort and value they are looking for,” said Taylor Montgomery, chief marketing officer.
“Now, we’re thrilled to unite two groups of fans: those who fondly remember these menu items and those who have yet to experience the delight of a Caramel Apple Empanada or savor their first bite of a Meximelt with this menu.”
The nostalgic items were part of a test menu for a limited time, meaning those who don’t live in the Southern California area are being left out—for the time being.
Taco Bell wants to bring the whole lineup to menus nationwide later this year for a limited time and while supplies last. The chain said more information would be shared “at a later date.”