What if we told you that you can master the Taco Bell experience? Yup, we’ve uncovered 12 secret tips that will revolutionize the way you order. Never again will you stay in a long line, order a meal that’s overpriced, or feel frustrated when getting custom items. Save these 12 tips to become a Taco Bell pro!
12. Order Grilled at Your Own Risk
Once you have your burrito grilled, you can never go back (also works for soft shell tacos, by the way). However, a Taco Bell employee revealed that grilled style orders slow things down. To be more specific, it takes 17 seconds to grill something, and this could add up if you have a lot of grilled orders.
11. The Best Soft Taco Supreme
When Redditors asked Taco Bell employees to share their best creations that aren’t on the menu, one of them said that it’s the Soft Taco Supreme, with the chicken substituted for beef. Add in avocado ranch, three cheese, and onion. Nothing fancy about it but all the flavors work amazingly well!
10. Customize the Right Way
Taco Bell is big on customizations, and believe it or not, there’s a right way to do it, at least according to Taco Bell employees. They would appreciate if you mention the things you want to remove first before adding other ingredients. If they hear quesadilla with extra cheese and no sauce, they might have already added the sauce and this would only lead to food waste.
9. Think Twice Before Getting Cantina Items
Cantina items at Taco Bell can be difficult to make because they usually require more complex preparation. They also feature fresh ingredients, which might not be available in large quantities at all Taco Bell locations. But hey, if you’re not in a hurry, don’t think twice to get that Cantina Chicken Soft Taco!
8. The “Quesarito” Trick
Yes, this is exactly what you think it is: a quesadilla-burrito hybrid. While this menu hack was first seen at Chipotle, fans of Mexican food have managed to pull it off at Taco Bell. On the app or in-store, get a Beefy 5-Layer Burrito, remove the beans, add seasoned rice and chipotle sauce, and have it grilled. That’s how you customize a Taco Bell item!
7. Make Your Order Fresco
Who says a Taco Bell fix can’t be healthy? The “Make It Fresco” option is well-loved by health-conscious individuals and vegetarians as this hack can cut down the fat and calories of a menu item. It couldn’t be easier to get something Fresco style. Just ask your server and they’ll gladly replace the heavy ingredients with fresh tomatoes, guac, or pico de gallo.
6. The Problem with Soft Tacos
Similar to grilled menu items, ordering soft tacos can pose a similar problem. According to Taco Bell employees, there’s nothing wrong with ordering a dozen tacos. That’ll be ready in 2 minutes if the store is well-staffed. However, soft tacos can take longer to prepare than crunchy ones, and it could be more time consuming if the store is short staffed.
5. Lava Sauce Trick
A super spicy cheese blend was offered on the Taco Bell menu from 1995 to 2016, and like many other great Taco Bell items, it got discontinued. But honestly, as one Taco Bell regular revealed, the lava sauce is just a cup of nacho cheese plus two packets of Fire Sauce (others can do three packets). It’s so close in taste, but we know Lava Sauce uses a mayo for base.
4. Best Value Meal #1 – Luxe Cravings
Taco Bell allows you to put your own spin on luxury through its $5, $7, and $9 Luxe Cravings Boxes. Per Taco Bell workers, these boxes are legit. The $7 box offers the most bang for buck, and it includes Beefy 5-Layer Burrito, Chicken Chalupa Supreme, chips and nacho cheese sauce, Crispy Taco, and a medium drink. It’s definitely luxe for less!
3. Best Value Meal #2 – Cravings Value Menu
If you’re looking to cop up even more savings, don’t miss out on Taco Bell’s Cravings Value Menu, with 10 items under $3. The most affordable item on the menu is the vegetarian Cheesy Roll Up, worth $1.19 only. Feel free to mix and match or double up on your favorites to maximize the affordability of these items.
2. New Chicken Nuggets Are Worth the Hype
Taco Bell’s tortilla chip-breaded chicken nuggets hit the menus in December 2024, and even Taco Bell workers went crazy for them. Seriously, you have to check your Taco Bell app now to see if the nuggs are still available in your location. In other areas, the nuggs have been sold out in a day. Some fans have been lucky to order the item three separate times.
1. Swap Refried Beans for Black Beans
This is a choice worth making if you want your Taco Bell run to be healthy. Choosing black beans can decrease the fat content of your dish, making it a lighter option. And in case you missed it, Taco Bell’s refried beans come in plastic bags in dry form (which is off-putting for some), dumped into hot water, and stirred until creamy. Of course, the choice is ultimately yours, refried or black beans?