Taco Bell is delivering a holiday miracle for its fan base: the official return of the Quesarito. Starting December 18, the legendary menu item will be available nationwide for a limited time, bringing back a fan-led favorite that has sparked petitions and social media pleas since its departure.
The comeback also serves as a lighthearted attempt to settle one of the most unexpected crossovers in sports and fast-food history involving three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic.
A Viral Legacy: The “Most Unexpected Draft Moment”
The Quesarito’s history is inextricably linked to the 2014 NBA Draft. In a coincidence that has since become internet lore, Nikola Jokic’s draft announcement famously aired during a Taco Bell Quesarito commercial. To celebrate the item’s return, Taco Bell is officially inviting the Denver Nuggets center to finally try the product that unintentionally shared his career-defining spotlight.
Despite a humorous “apology” from the brand for the decade-old overlap, Jokic appears to be holding firm. When asked if he would finally try the Quesarito, his response was succinct: “No. It’s nice they’re finally apologizing. But no.”
Menu Details and Exclusive Rewards
The Quesarito remains a hallmark of Taco Bell’s innovation, featuring a signature blend of seasoned beef, seasoned rice, chipotle sauce, and reduced-fat sour cream. The ingredients are burrito-wrapped inside a grilled quesadilla filled with melted cheeses and Nacho Cheese sauce.
Fans can access the following offers this season:
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Standard Pricing: Available at participating locations for $4.99.
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Special “Tuesday Drop”: On December 23 at 2 p.m. PT, the first 30,000 Taco Bell Rewards Members can secure a Quesarito for just $1 via the Taco Bell app.
A Gift to the Fans
“We heard our fans loud and clear,” said Luis Restrepo, Chief Marketing Officer at Taco Bell. “Their passion turned the Quesarito into a Taco Bell legend and bringing it back for the holidays felt like the perfect way to celebrate that energy.”
While the quest to get Nikola Jokic to take his first bite continues, the rest of the country can enjoy the comeback at participating U.S. locations while supplies last. For real-time updates and exclusive “Tuesday Drop” offers, fans are encouraged to join the Taco Bell Rewards program and follow the brand’s social channels.