Taco Bell Mexican Pizza: Price, Calories, Nutrition & Recipe (2026)
By Alex Rivera, Head of Menu Research
The Taco Bell Mexican Pizza is a permanent specialty item built on two crispy fried flour pizza shells layered with seasoned beef, refried beans, Mexican pizza sauce, a three-cheese blend, and diced tomatoes. It costs $5.69 at most US locations and delivers 530 calories, 19 grams of protein, and 1,000mg of sodium per serving. Four variants are available in 2026: the original beef version at $5.69, the Veggie Mexican Pizza also at $5.69, and two LTO Cantina versions at $6.49 each. Taco Bell made the Mexican Pizza a permanent menu item in September 2022 after bringing it back in May 2022 following a major fan campaign.
What Is the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza?
The Taco Bell Mexican Pizza is a Taco Bell Specialties item built on two crispy fried flour pizza shells. The shells stack in an open topped format found nowhere else on the current menu. Seasoned beef and refried beans sit between the shells, topped with Mexican pizza sauce and a three cheese blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Monterey Jack. Peppers and diced tomatoes complete the top layer.
This two-shell structure makes it the only current item of its kind at Taco Bell, sharing Specialties placement with the Crunchwrap Supreme and Nacho Fries. The item contains wheat, soy, and dairy allergens.
Menu entity hierarchy:
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Taco Bell |
| Category | Specialties |
| Item | Mexican Pizza |
| Format | Two crispy fried flour shells, stacked, open-topped |
| Variants | Beef, Veggie, Cantina Chicken (LTO), Cantina Veggie (LTO) |
| Status | Permanent since September 2022 |
| Launched | Original launch 1985, discontinued 2020, returned May 2022 |
| Made permanent | September 2022 |
For the full Taco Bell Specialties lineup, see the Taco Bell specialties menu.
Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Menu: All Variants (2026)
Taco Bell currently offers four Mexican Pizza variants. Two are permanent and two carry LTO status.
| Item | Price | Calories | Protein | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexican Pizza (Beef) | $5.69 | 530 Cal | 19g | Permanent |
| Veggie Mexican Pizza | $5.69 | 460 Cal | 14g | Permanent |
| Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza | $6.49 | 520 Cal | 27g | LTO 2026 |
| Cantina Veggie Mexican Pizza | $6.49 | 450 Cal | 14g | LTO 2026 |
| Mexican Pizza Combo | $11.69 | 900 to 1,320 Cal | varies | Permanent |
| Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza Combo | $11.99 | 900 to 1,320 Cal | varies | LTO 2026 |
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How Much Does the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Cost?
The Mexican Pizza costs $5.69 at most US Taco Bell locations in 2026. Both the beef and Veggie versions are priced identically at $5.69. The two Cantina LTO variants cost $6.49 each, making them $0.80 more expensive than the standard versions.
Important note on the Mexican Pizza Combo: The Mexican Pizza Combo costs $11.69 and includes the Mexican Pizza, two Crunchy Tacos, and a large fountain drink. However, ordering these items separately costs approximately $9.87, making the combo $1.82 more expensive than ordering individually. The combo is not a savings deal at current pricing. For better value bundling options, see the Taco Bell combos and boxes guide.
What Is Inside the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza?
The Taco Bell Mexican Pizza contains six main menu components assembled in two layers.
Component-Role-Attribute table:
| Component | Role | Key Ingredient Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Pizza shells (x2) | Base and top layer | Crispy fried enriched bleached wheat flour shells |
| Seasoned beef | Bottom layer protein | Ground beef with Mexican seasoning blend (contains Soy) |
| Seasoned refried beans | Bottom layer filler | Pinto beans, soybean oil (certified vegan ingredient) |
| Mexican pizza sauce | Flavor layer on top shell | Tomato-based with diced green chilies (certified vegan ingredient) |
| Three-cheese blend | Top topping | Mozzarella, cheddar, Monterey Jack with peppers (contains Milk) |
| Diced tomatoes | Top garnish | Fresh diced tomatoes |
Allergen table:
| Allergen | Source Component | Risk Type |
| Wheat | Pizza shells | Direct ingredient |
| Soy | Seasoned beef | Direct ingredient |
| Milk | Three-cheese blend | Direct ingredient |
| Cross-contact | Shared fryers and kitchen equipment | Preparation risk |
The Veggie Mexican Pizza removes seasoned beef and the Soy allergen from the build. The Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza replaces seasoned beef with slow-roasted Cantina Chicken and adds jalapeño citrus salsa. For full allergen data across all Taco Bell items, see the Taco Bell allergen menu guide.
How Many Calories Are in the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza?
The standard beef Mexican Pizza contains 530 calories per serving. This count reflects all six components in standard preparation without modifications.
Full Nutrition Facts: All 4 Mexican Pizza Variants
| Nutrient | Beef (530) | Veggie (460) | Cantina Chicken (520) | Cantina Veggie (450) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 530 | 460 | 520 | 450 |
| Total Fat | 27g | 23g | 29g | 26g |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 6g | 8g | 6g |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 40mg | 25mg | 75mg | 25mg |
| Sodium | 1,000mg | 740mg | 1,190mg | 910mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 51g | 48g | 37g | 42g |
| Dietary Fiber | 8g | 7g | 9g | 11g |
| Total Sugars | 3g | 3g | 4g | 5g |
| Protein | 19g | 14g | 27g | 14g |
Source: Taco Bell official nutrition data. Customizations change these values.
Mexican Pizza Ranked by Key Nutrition Metrics
| Metric | Winner | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Fewest calories | Cantina Veggie Mexican Pizza | 450 Cal |
| Most protein | Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza | 27g |
| Lowest sodium | Veggie Mexican Pizza | 740mg |
| Lowest carbs | Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza | 37g |
| Most fiber | Cantina Veggie Mexican Pizza | 11g |
| Best protein per dollar | Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza | 4.2g per $1 |
| Best calories per dollar | Mexican Pizza (Beef) | 93 cal per $1 |
How Does Each Mexican Pizza Variant Compare?
The Taco Bell Mexican Pizza comes in four formats in 2026, each built on two crispy fried flour pizza shells with Mexican pizza sauce and a three-cheese blend on top. The original beef Mexican Pizza and the Veggie Mexican Pizza both cost $5.69, making them the most affordable entry points into the lineup. Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza and Cantina Veggie Mexican Pizza step up to $6.49 each, with the Cantina Chicken version delivering the highest protein at 27 grams per serving.
Mexican Pizza Beef vs Veggie: What Changes?
Both cost $5.69. Choosing the Veggie version saves 70 calories, cuts 260mg of sodium, and removes the Soy allergen entirely. However, you lose 5 grams of protein in the swap. Fat drops by 4 grams and fiber stays nearly identical at 7g vs 8g.
| Attribute | Beef | Veggie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.69 | $5.69 | Same |
| Calories | 530 | 460 | Veggie saves 70 Cal |
| Protein | 19g | 14g | Beef has 5g more |
| Sodium | 1,000mg | 740mg | Veggie saves 260mg |
| Fat | 27g | 23g | Veggie saves 4g |
| Soy allergen | Yes | No | Veggie removes soy |
Mexican Pizza Beef vs Cantina Chicken: Is the $0.80 Upgrade Worth It?
Paying $0.80 more for the Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza buys 8 additional grams of protein, 14 fewer grams of carbohydrates, and 10 fewer calories. Sodium increases by 190mg. For protein-focused customers, the Cantina Chicken version at 4.2g protein per dollar outperforms the beef version at 3.3g protein per dollar, making the upgrade worthwhile.
| Attribute | Beef | Cantina Chicken | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.69 | $6.49 | +$0.80 |
| Calories | 530 | 520 | Cantina: 10 fewer Cal |
| Protein | 19g | 27g | Cantina: +8g protein |
| Carbs | 51g | 37g | Cantina: 14 fewer carbs |
| Sodium | 1,000mg | 1,190mg | Cantina: +190mg sodium |
| Protein per $1 | 3.3g | 4.2g | Cantina wins |
Which Mexican Pizza Variant Should You Order?
| Your goal | Best choice |
| Classic Mexican Pizza experience | Mexican Pizza (Beef, $5.69) |
| Vegetarian meal | Veggie Mexican Pizza ($5.69) |
| Maximum protein | Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza ($6.49) |
| Fewest calories | Cantina Veggie Mexican Pizza ($6.49, 450 Cal) |
| Lowest sodium | Veggie Mexican Pizza (740mg) |
| Lowest carbs | Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza (37g) |
| Most fiber | Cantina Veggie Mexican Pizza (11g) |
| No soy allergen | Veggie Mexican Pizza or Cantina Veggie |
| Best protein per dollar | Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza (4.2g/$1) |
How Does the Mexican Pizza Compare to Other Taco Bell Specialties?
At $5.69 and 530 calories, the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza matches the Crunchwrap Supreme on calories but costs $1.20 less and delivers 4 more grams of protein (19g vs 15g) with 210mg less sodium. Compared to the Chalupa Supreme at $5.39, the Mexican Pizza costs $0.30 more but provides 7 additional grams of protein and a distinctly different stacked open-top format. Among all Taco Bell Specialties, the Mexican Pizza offers the strongest protein-per-dollar ratio at 3.3 grams per dollar on the permanent menu.
Mexican Pizza vs Crunchwrap Supreme
Both deliver exactly 530 calories. However, the Mexican Pizza costs $1.20 less at $5.69 versus $6.89 for the Crunchwrap Supreme, delivers 4 more grams of protein (19g vs 15g), and carries 210mg less sodium (1,000mg vs 1,210mg). The Crunchwrap has 23 more grams of carbohydrates from its large flour tortilla. For customers comparing these two on value, the Mexican Pizza wins on price, protein, and sodium at identical calories.
| Attribute | Mexican Pizza | Crunchwrap Supreme |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.69 | $6.89 |
| Calories | 530 | 530 |
| Protein | 19g | 15g |
| Sodium | 1,000mg | 1,210mg |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 74g |
| Format | Open-topped stacked shells | Sealed grilled hexagonal tortilla |
Mexican Pizza vs Chalupa Supreme
The Chalupa Supreme (Beef) at $5.39 delivers 350 calories, 180 fewer than the Mexican Pizza. However, the Mexican Pizza provides 7 more grams of protein (19g vs 12g) at only $0.30 more. Sodium is significantly higher in the Mexican Pizza at 1,000mg vs 570mg. For calorie-conscious customers, the Chalupa is the lighter choice. For protein-focused customers, the Mexican Pizza wins.
Mexican Pizza vs Pizza Hut Personal Pan Pizza
A Pizza Hut personal pan pepperoni pizza starts at approximately $8 and delivers around 620 calories. By comparison, the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza costs $5.69 and has 530 calories, making it approximately $2.31 cheaper with 90 fewer calories. Beyond price and calories, the two items differ fundamentally in format: Pizza Hut uses traditional yeast-leavened dough, while the Mexican Pizza uses crispy fried flour shells layered with refried beans and Mexican pizza sauce. The Taco Bell version is available at the drive-thru with no pizza oven wait time.
How Do You Make Taco Bell Mexican Pizza at Home?
“Taco bell mexican pizza recipe” (3,600 vol) and “mexican pizza recipe” (8,100 vol) together represent one of the highest-volume search clusters in this topic. Based on Taco Bell’s published ingredient disclosures, here is a reliable copycat approach.
Ingredients (serves 2):
- 4 small flour tortillas (8-inch) or 4 packaged tostada shells
- 250g seasoned ground beef (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt)
- 1 can refried beans (pinto bean base)
- 4 tbsp Mexican pizza sauce (tomato sauce, diced green chilies, cumin, garlic)
- 100g three-cheese blend (mozzarella, cheddar, Monterey Jack)
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- Canola oil for frying
Method:
- Fry flour tortillas in 0.5 inch of canola oil at 375°F for 60 to 90 seconds each until flat and crispy. Drain on paper towels. Alternatively, use packaged tostada shells to skip this step.
- Cook seasoned beef in a pan until no pink remains.
- Warm refried beans in a separate pan.
- Spread refried beans on one fried shell. Layer seasoned beef on top of the beans.
- Place the second fried shell on top to create the stacked format.
- Spread Mexican pizza sauce on the top shell.
- Sprinkle three-cheese blend generously over the sauce.
- Add diced tomatoes on top of the cheese.
- Bake at 400°F for 5 minutes or until cheese melts fully.
- Serve immediately while shells stay crispy.
Mexican Pizza Sauce Recipe: Mix 3 tbsp tomato sauce, 1 tbsp diced canned green chilies, 0.5 tsp cumin, and 0.25 tsp garlic powder. This approximates Taco Bell’s signature pizza sauce flavor.
This is a home copycat approximation based on Taco Bell’s published ingredient disclosures and is not an official Taco Bell recipe.
Is the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Vegetarian, Vegan, or Gluten-Free?
The Veggie Mexican Pizza at $5.69 is the official vegetarian format, replacing seasoned beef with refried beans while keeping the same pizza shells, sauce, three-cheese blend, and diced tomatoes. Neither the beef nor the veggie version qualifies as vegan, since the three-cheese blend and pizza shells contain dairy. Both formats contain enriched bleached wheat flour in the pizza shells, so no Mexican Pizza variant is gluten-free, and Taco Bell does not certify any of them as such due to shared kitchen equipment.
Is the Mexican Pizza Vegetarian?
The Veggie Mexican Pizza at $5.69 is the officially vegetarian version. It removes seasoned beef entirely and contains no meat. Alternatively, requesting “sub beans for beef” on a standard Mexican Pizza build also creates a vegetarian result. Both approaches remove the Soy allergen from the build. For more vegetarian options, see the Taco Bell vegetarian menu guide.
Is the Mexican Pizza Vegan?
No. The standard Mexican Pizza contains three-cheese blend made from milk-based dairy. The Mexican pizza sauce and refried beans are certified vegan ingredients within the build, but the cheese topping makes the full item non-vegan. Removing cheese from the order eliminates the main dairy source. However, this is not an official vegan certification. Shared kitchen equipment creates cross-contact risk with animal products. Taco Bell does not certify any Mexican Pizza variant as vegan. For full vegan ordering guidance, see the Taco Bell vegan options guide.
Is the Mexican Pizza Gluten-Free?
No. Both pizza shells contain enriched bleached wheat flour as a direct ingredient. The Gluten-Free status by variant:
| Item | Gluten-Free | Wheat Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican Pizza (Beef) | No | Pizza shells contain wheat flour |
| Veggie Mexican Pizza | No | Pizza shells contain wheat flour |
| Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza | No | Pizza shells contain wheat flour |
| Cantina Veggie Mexican Pizza | No | Pizza shells contain wheat flour |
Taco Bell does not certify any Mexican Pizza variant as gluten-free. Shared fryers also create cross-contact risk. Customers with celiac disease or wheat allergy should avoid all Mexican Pizza formats. For the full allergen breakdown, see the Taco Bell allergen menu guide.
H3: Is the Mexican Pizza Keto-Friendly?
No. The two fried flour pizza shells carry 51 grams of total carbohydrates in the beef version. Net carbs after 8g fiber equals 43 grams per serving, exceeding most keto daily carb targets of 20 to 50 grams. No shell-free Mexican Pizza option exists at Taco Bell. For lower-carb Taco Bell strategies, see the Taco Bell keto options guide.
How Can You Customize the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza?
| Customization | What Changes | Nutritional Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Sub beans for beef | Replaces seasoned beef with refried beans | Vegetarian, removes soy, saves 70 Cal, saves 260mg sodium |
| Sub Cantina Chicken for beef | Replaces beef with slow-roasted Cantina Chicken | +8g protein, -14g carbs, +190mg sodium, +$0.80 |
| No cheese | Removes three-cheese blend | Removes dairy, reduces fat and sodium significantly |
| Extra jalapeños | Adds jalapeño slices on top | Adds heat, approximately 0 Cal, free |
| Add creamy jalapeño sauce | Adds creamy jalapeño drizzle | Approximately 80 Cal, adds $0.79 |
| No tomatoes | Removes diced tomatoes | Minimal calorie change |
| Extra cheese | More three-cheese blend | Increases fat and sodium |
| No beans | Removes refried beans from bottom layer | Reduces calories and fiber |
Fresco Style does not apply to the Mexican Pizza by default, since the build uses a sauce-and-cheese topping layer rather than sour cream. Removing cheese individually is the closest equivalent modification. For the full Fresco Style guide, see the Taco Bell Fresco Style ordering guide.
Why Did Taco Bell Bring Back the Mexican Pizza?
Taco Bell removed the Mexican Pizza from its menu in November 2020, citing paper packaging waste reduction as the primary reason. The item had been on the menu since 1985. Following its removal, a large fan campaign, supported by creator Doja Cat and other public figures, drew national attention and over 1 million signatures on a petition to bring it back. Taco Bell reintroduced the Mexican Pizza in May 2022 as a limited time return. Due to overwhelming demand, the item was made a permanent menu item in September 2022, where it has remained since.
The empanadas test: In 2026, Taco Bell began testing a Mexican Pizza Empanadas format in Phoenix, Arizona. This item combines the Mexican Pizza with empanada-style handheld pastry shells. It is not yet available nationwide. Confirm current test market status through the Taco Bell app before visiting.
Accuracy Note
All prices on this page reflect data collected from the Taco Bell app and verified across selected U.S. locations in 2026. Prices may differ by location, franchise, and ordering channel. Nutrition data is sourced from Taco Bell’s official nutrition resources at tacobell.com/nutrition.
The Mexican Pizza Combo costs more than ordering the items separately at current pricing and may change if prices are adjusted. Always verify current pricing through the Taco Bell app or tacobell.com before ordering.
Independent guide. Not affiliated with Taco Bell Corp.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Is the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza in 2026?
The Mexican Pizza costs $5.69 at most US Taco Bell locations in 2026. The Veggie Mexican Pizza also costs $5.69. Both Cantina LTO variants cost $6.49 each. The Mexican Pizza Combo costs $11.69. Prices vary by location and franchise.
How Many Calories Are in the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza?
The standard beef Mexican Pizza contains 530 calories. The Veggie Mexican Pizza has 460 calories. The Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza has 520 calories and the Cantina Veggie Mexican Pizza has 450 calories. All counts reflect standard preparation without modifications.
Does Taco Bell Still Have the Mexican Pizza?
Yes. The Mexican Pizza became a permanent Taco Bell menu item in September 2022. It is available year-round at all participating US locations. Two Cantina LTO variants are also available in 2026. Confirm their availability through the Taco Bell app before visiting.
Which Mexican Pizza Has the Most Protein?
The Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza delivers 27 grams of protein at $6.49, the highest of all four variants. The standard beef version follows at 19 grams. Both Veggie versions deliver 14 grams of protein per serving.
How Do You Make Taco Bell Mexican Pizza at Home?
A copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizza uses two fried or baked flour tortilla rounds as shells, seasoned ground beef, warmed refried beans, a tomato-and-green-chili pizza sauce, three-cheese blend, and diced tomatoes. Layer beans and beef between the two shells, top with sauce and cheese, then bake at 400°F for 5 minutes until the cheese melts. This approximates the build based on Taco Bell’s published ingredient disclosures.
Is the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Still Worth Ordering in 2026?
The Taco Bell Mexican Pizza remains a strong value item in the Specialties category at $5.69, delivering 530 calories and 3.3 grams of protein per dollar. For more protein, the Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza costs $6.49 and provides 27 grams of protein, the highest protein-per-dollar value in the lineup.
The Veggie Mexican Pizza costs $5.69 and has 70 fewer calories and 260mg less sodium than the beef version. At $11.69, the Mexican Pizza Combo costs $1.82 more than ordering separately, so ordering individual items may offer better value. Check the Taco Bell app for current LTO availability.
Prices and nutritional information are approximate and may vary by location. This is an unofficial, independent resource not affiliated with Taco Bell Corp.
