Throwback Flavors Under $3! Taco Bell Brings Back Iconic Items With Decades Menu

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Taco Bell fans, rejoice! In celebration of its rich history and fan-favorite menu items, Taco Bell has launched a new Decades Menu that’s sure to bring back memories—and flavors—from the 1960s through the 2000s. This limited-time offering, available nationwide, spotlights a signature dish from each decade of the brand’s first 50 years. From the original Tostada to the beloved Caramel Apple Empanada, each item is priced under $3, offering a nostalgic and affordable taste of Taco Bell’s past. 

Additionally, there are exclusive throwback-themed cups, hoodies, and even a quiz to uncover your Taco Bell archetype, making it the perfect time to dive into some delicious history. Read on to see if your favorite item made the retro menu and don’t miss your chance to savor these throwbacks as they’re only available for a limited time. 

Bonus: Click here for your chance to claim a Taco Bell gift card.

A Taste of History: Taco Bell’s Iconic Throwback Menu 🌮 🔔

1960s – Tostada

Part of the original menu, the Taco Bell Tostada was one of only six menu items at the first TB location which opened in Southern California in 1962. Their Tostada is a classic dish with a crispy corn tostada shell topped with beans, red sauce, lettuce, and shredded cheese. The TB Tostada is priced at $2.19.

1970s – Green Sauce Burrito

Though this one hasn’t been on the TB menu in quite a while, it’s the “most hacked” according to the restaurant chain. Taco Bell’s Green Sauce Burrito comes with refried beans, onions, shredded cheese, and, of course, green sauce. The sauce is made from green chili, tomatillos, jalapenos, and spices. The burrito is $2.49. 

1980s – Meximelt

This is one of the most requested items to make the list. The Taco Bell Meximelt comes with seasoned beef, pico de gallo, and a three-cheese blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Monterey jack all inside a tortilla. The TB Meximelt is $2.99.

1990s – Gordita Supreme

Gorditas were an instant hit when Taco Bell added them to the menu in the 1990s. The Gordita Supreme includes a flatbread filled with seasoned beef, reduced-fat sour cream, lettuce, and a three-cheese blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Monterey jack topped with diced tomatoes. The TB Gordita Supreme is $2.99.

The Gordita Supreme is also available as part of a new $7 Luxe Cravings Box along with a Beefy 5-Layer Burrito, Double Stacked Taco, chips and nacho cheese sauce, and a medium drink. 

2000s – Caramel Apple Empanada

The only dessert item to make the Decades Menu cut – the Caramel Apple Empanada is another often-requested TB item. The crispy golden exterior is filled with apple pieces and creamy caramel filling. Taco Bell’s Caramel Apple Empanada is $2.99.

Grab the Nostalgia: Decades Menu Deals

If it’s too hard to choose just one of these throwback treats, you’re in luck. From November 21 – December 18, if you order the first four items on the list using the Taco Bell app you’ll get a Caramel Apple Empanada for $1.

Uber Eats is also joining in the fun with the following freebies when you order from Taco Bell: 

  • 11/22-11/24: Orders $20+ will get a free ‘00s Caramel Apple Empanada
  • 11/29-12/1: Orders $20.90+ will get a free ‘90s Beef Gordita Supreme
  • 12/6-12/8: Orders $20.80+ will get a free ‘80s Meximelt
  • 12/13-12/15: Orders $20.70+ will get a free ‘70s Green Sauce Burrito
  • 12/16-12/18: Orders $20.60+ will get a free ‘60s Tostada

Score Exclusive Retro Merch & Rewards

Taco Bell’s Limited-Edition Stainless-Steel Decades Cups and Limited-Edition Decades Hoodies with unique designs from the 1960s – 2000s dropped on October 29 for Taco Bell Rewards Members to try to be one of the first to score the items. Chances are they’ll end up on resale sights soon enough.

There is also a weekly Decades Quiz in the Taco Bell app for rewards members to take to discover their Taco Bell Archetype and be entered for a chance to win a hoodie or stainless steel cup. At the end of five weeks, five winners will also be chosen to win the entire collection of Decades hoodies and cups. 

While supplies last, plastic versions of the Decades cups are also available at Taco Bell locations, and medium drinks are served in a random version of them. 


Whether you’re revisiting a longtime favorite or trying these classics for the first time, Taco Bell’s Decades Menu is packed with culinary nostalgia that’s sure to satisfy. With fun offers from Uber Eats, Decades Deals, and exclusive merchandise, Taco Bell is making it easy for fans to celebrate in style and taste. So, grab a friend, head to your nearest Taco Bell, and see which Decades Menu items bring back the best memories—or create some new ones! For terms of the contest and other details, click here

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