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On March 11, potatoes will return to the menu at Taco Bell locations nationwide. In July 2020, the chain unceremoniously removed potatoes, along with a variety of other menu items, in an effort to simplify its menu and make room for new options. However, after public outcry (and at least one creative protest), the chain is reviving its beloved spuds after the brief hiatus in an effort to give vegetarian customers more options. The potatoes will be available as a substitute for any Taco Bell protein as well as part of the vegetarian Potato Soft Taco ($1, prices vary by location) and Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes. Vegetarian items at Taco Bell can be customized to be vegan by asking for them “al fresco.”
Taco Bell heard its devoted fans outcries loud and clear after the fast-food chain removed potatoes from its menu, and has since decided to remedy the choice by bringing them back. Taco Bell chose to ax potatoes from its offerings on August 13th of last year to streamline the menu after the restaurants moved to drive-thru only in light of COVID-19. The cuts, unfortunately, ended up targeting vegan and vegetarians eaters more than anyone else. Taco Bell listened to its diehard followers devastation and now plans to double-down on plant-based choices by adding back potatoes and eventually introducing Beyond Meat as another meatless option.