Taco Bell customers have a new hack for ordering a beloved discontinued menu item

Taco Bell’s 7-Layer Burrito is currently discontinued, but that hasn’t stopped TikTok.

For years, Taco Bell’s menu has been a subject of controversy for fast food fans. In the past, customers have staged protests and even launched petitions against discontinued dishes. Meanwhile, the internet has reacted with complete joy whenever a fan-favorite — like the Beefy Potato-rito — makes a return.

The 7-Layer Burrito is no different. The item, beloved by vegetarians, disappeared from Taco Bell’s menu in 2020. Now, thanks to a new TikTok hack, it’s sort of making a return.

That’s thanks to a TikTok user named Maria (@damntastyvegan). In a now-viral video, Maria shared how to custom-order a 7-Layer Burrito — and save some money in the process.

“Here’s how to order a 7-Layer Burrito from Taco Bell,” Maria says in her clip. “Even though it’s not on the menu anymore. And it’s half the price.”

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Maria’s custom order involves requesting each part of the 7-Layer Burrito on its own. She starts by asking for a cheesy bean and rice burrito. She then asks to have it “Fresco Style,” which makes the order vegan by removing any mayonnaise or cheese-based sauces.

Next, she asks to add potatoes, lettuce and guacamole. When it’s all said and done, her total order costs just $2.35.

TikTok users praised the fast-food hack, with some calling it “genius.”

“This is the only thing I ever order,” one user agreed.

“Yes, thank you!” another wrote.

“As a past Taco Bell employee, this is 100 percent right,” another added.

“Omg, so smart,” another praised.

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