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We’ve reported on Taco Bell rumors for more than two decades. One claimed that the Taco Bell dog stopped appearing in ads because he died. Another said that the fast food restaurant chain served “Grade D but edible” meat. While those two claims were quite old, a new rumor popped up in January 2021 on the SheFinds.com website. It appeared to claim that Taco Bell’s menu had changed in January 2021: “Taco Bell Removed The Most Insane Items From Its Menu–Customers Are Freaking Out!”
The article, published on Jan. 7, began by mentioning that “Taco Bell removed 13 popular menu items in 2020.” However, it then appeared to reprint an old story as if the developments were new in January 2021:
Taco Bell is Bringing Back Potatoes!!!
Months after Taco Bell discontinued potatoes on their menu, they had a change of heart.
2020 was a tough year. Especially for those like myself who love Taco Bell. Back in August, the chain got rid of over a dozen items including: the Grilled Steak Soft Taco, the 7-Layer Burrito, Nachos Supreme, the Beefy Fritos Burrito, the Spicy Tostada, Triple Layer Nachos, the Spicy Potato Soft Taco, Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes, Loaded Grillers (Cheesy Potato, Beefy Nacho), Chips & Dips, and the Mini Skillet Bowls on the breakfast menu. Then in November, Taco Bell dropped the Mexican Pizza, pico de gallo and shredded chicken from the menu.