Taco Bell has once again delivered a feast of announcements at its second Live Más Live event, taking things up a notch from 2024’s debut edition. Last year’s inaugural event teased dozens of menu innovations, and in 2025, the brand revealed 30 exciting menu developments—including 14 confirmed new releases.
Managing Expectations After 2024
Following last year’s buzz around the Baja Blast Pie—which still hasn’t reached nationwide menus—Taco Bell was clear about differentiating between confirmed launches and experimental test kitchen creations.
Still, Chief Food Innovation Officer Liz Matthews hinted that the Mountain Dew-flavored pie could make a special appearance by Thanksgiving.
Confirmed 2025 Menu Rollouts
The 2025 lineup includes an exclusive Baja Blast flavor, a Quesocrisp Taco, and the reimagined Beefy Crunch Burrito. Already available items include:
- Milk Bar Birthday Cake Churros
- Caliente Cantina Chicken Menu
- Steak & Queso Crunchwrap Sliders
- Luxe Cravings Boxes
In select markets, Taco Bell is also testing:
- Crispy Chicken Burritos (Indianapolis)
- Steak & Poblano Rolled Quesadilla (Detroit)
- Southwest Hot Chicken Crunchwrap (Cincinnati)
The Steak & Poblano Rolled Quesadilla earned standout praise for its smoky peppers, creamy spicy ranch, and melted cheese—a combination that fans hope will roll out nationwide.
Fan Favorites Return
The much-loved Crispy Chicken Nuggets, which sold out in 2024, will make two comebacks this year. Building on last year’s nostalgic Decades Menu, Taco Bell will celebrate favorites from the 2000s–2010s, including Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos and the Double Decker Taco.
Two New Burrito Creations
- Grilled Cheese Burrito with Shredded Beef – An upgraded version of the classic, packed with shredded beef, nacho cheese, rice, fiesta strips, chipotle sauce, sour cream, and a cheese-grilled tortilla.
- Flamin’ Hot Burrito – Inspired by the Beefy Crunch Burrito, this fiery option includes nacho cheese sauce, Flamin’ Hot Fritos, sour cream, seasoned beef, and new Flamin’ Hot rice.
Street Food with a Twist
The new Toasted Cheddar Street Chalupa builds on the cheesy favorite by adding crispy cheese to the shell. It comes with slow-roasted chicken or grilled steak, onions, cilantro, and a tangy Chile Lime Crema Sauce.
Cheese Lovers’ Dream: The Quesocrisp Taco
This inventive taco uses a crispy cheese shell filled with chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and extra cheese. Initially met with skepticism, it has won over critics for its crunchy-cheesy perfection.
Sauce Innovations
Taco Bell is expanding its sauce lineup with:
- Caliente Sauce (already launched)
- Mike’s Hot Honey Diablo Sauce for Crispy Chicken Nuggets later in 2025
- More experimental options in the pipeline, including the ultra-spicy Purple Chile Sauce made with Ají Panca, Habanero, and Ghost Pepper.
Baja Blast’s 21st Birthday
To celebrate, Taco Bell has introduced Mountain Dew Baja Blast Midnight—a tropical lime favorite with added passionfruit. Expect this limited edition to shine during the summer months.
Expanding Live Más Café
Taco Bell confirmed plans to grow its Live Más Café concept, first launched in San Diego, featuring 30 unique beverages like Churro Chillers and Agua Refrescas.
Inside the Test Kitchen
The R&D team is experimenting with 13 inventive items, including:
- Queso Fundido Rolled Chicken Taquitos
- Short Rib Chile Relleno Burrito
- Brisket Taco with purple cabbage
- Oversized Tacodilla with carne asada
- Mini Taco Salad
- Crispy Fajitas with tempura veggies
Other bold creations include Poutine Fries with pork and cheese curds, Ube Strawberry Cookies, and three types of empanadas—Salted Caramel & Toffee Cream, Mexican Pizza, and Pumpkin Spice.
The sauce experimentation continues with collabs like Weak Knees Fire (gochujang sriracha) and Zab’s Hot Ranch with Datil Pepper.
Taco Bell’s Live Más Live 2025 has once again proven the brand’s commitment to bold flavors, fan-favorite revivals, and creative innovation. From nostalgic throwbacks to daring new concepts, the menu reflects Taco Bell’s unique ability to balance tradition with experimentation.
Whether you’re craving fiery burritos, cheesy chalupas, or a tropical twist on your drink, 2025 is shaping up to be a feast for Taco Bell fans nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are Taco Bell’s biggest 2025 menu additions?
The highlights include Mountain Dew Baja Blast Midnight, Quesocrisp Taco, Toasted Cheddar Street Chalupa, and the Flamin’ Hot Burrito.
2. Will the Baja Blast Pie finally be released?
While not confirmed, Taco Bell hinted it could debut around Thanksgiving 2025.
3. Are any items being tested for future nationwide release?
Yes. Items like Crispy Chicken Burritos and Steak & Poblano Rolled Quesadillas are in testing and could roll out later in 2025.
