If you can’t seem to shake off a craving for Taco Bell’s classic tostada, you’re in luck: The chain is bringing back some of its iconic menu items from years past at three SoCal locations now through the end of the week, while supplies last.
The nostalgic menu will be available in Irvine (2222 Barranca Pkwy) and Brea (303 W Imperial Hwy) until August 21, and in Fullerton (21 E Orangethorpe Ave) through August 19. So, yes, you’ll have to drive to Orange County for your hit of nostalgia.
“Thanks to our rich history, we have a vault of craveable products our fans have become passionate about and we continuously explore ways to reintroduce the ones that deliver on the comfort and value they are looking for,” said Taylor Montgomery, chief marketing officer, in an official statement. “Now, we’re thrilled to unite 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 savor their first bite of a Meximelt with this menu.”
The list of offerings includes a best seller from each decade, starting in the 1960s with the tostada, which was actually on the chain’s original menu when it debuted its very first location in 1962. Expect a crispy tostada shell that’s then layered with savory refried beans, tangy red sauce, crispy lettuce and shredded cheese. The best part? All of these items will be sold at their original price, so the tostada will run you a little over $2.
The 1970s pick is the green burrito filled with refried beans, onions and shredded cheddar cheese and doused in green sauce made with chili, tomatillos, jalapeños and spices—all for $2.49.
The 1980s legendary Meximelt features a blend of three cheeses (mozzarella, cheddar and Monterey Jack) mixed with beef in a tortilla ($2.99) and the ’90s beef Gordita Supreme is made of a flatbread filled with savory beef, reduced-fat sour cream, crisp lettuce and the same blend of three cheeses topped with diced tomatoes (also $2.99).
Finally, who can forget the star of the 2000s, the caramel apple empanada? That will also cost you $2.99—that’s if you can control yourself and only order a single one.
Basically, if you want to take a trip down memory lane, just head to one of these three Taco Bell locations—it will certainly be worth the journey to OC.