Taco Bell launches a nostalgic menu with items dating back to the ’60s

Taco Bell is turning back the clock.

Starting August 15, the fast food chain will bring back fan-favorite menu items dating back to the 1960s with a new nostalgic tasting menu full of “iconic hits from across the decades.”

Thanks to our rich history, we have a vault of desirable products that our fans have become passionate about, and we constantly explore ways to reintroduce those that offer the convenience and value they seek, said Taylor Montgomery, Taco Bell chief marketing officer. . in a statement.

Now, they were excited to bring together 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 taste their first bite of a Meximelt with ​this menu.

Taco Bell’s nostalgic menu includes:

• 1960 – Tostadas: The tostada is a crispy corn tostada shell with refried beans, tangy red sauce, lettuce and shredded cheese ($2.19). It was one of the original menu items when Taco Bell opened its first location in 1962.
• 1970 – Green Burrito: The Green Burrito is topped with refried beans, onions, shredded cheddar cheese and a green dressing made with green chilies, tomatoes, jalapeño peppers and spices ($2.49). The menu item gained popularity in the 70s.
• 1980 – Meximelt: This ’80s fan favorite is made with pico de gallo, a three-cheese blend of mozzarella, cheddar and Monterey Jack melted with beef on a tortilla ($2.99).
• 1990 – Beef Gordita Supreme: Gordita was loved by the children of the 90s. Bread stuffed with beef, sour cream, lettuce and a three-cheese blend, topped with tomato is making a comeback ($2.99).
• 2000s – Caramel Apple Empanada: The golden-brown empanada with a crispy exterior studded with apple chunks and a creamy filling with hints of caramel is making a comeback ($2.99).

Nostalgic Taco Bell fans can rejoice that they’ll be able to enjoy their favorites again — but there’s a catch.

Right now, the menu is only available at three Taco Bell locations in Southern California for a limited time, while supplies last.

However, the company said it will expand these menu items nationwide later this year — for a limited time, while supplies last.