I tried Taco Bell’s new dipping burritos – here’s my honest review

On January 18, 2025By Littum

It wasn’t until my senior year of college that I finally tried Taco Bell. I may have been a fast food late bloomer, but I’ve been making up for lost time in Crunchwrap Supreme orders since. And while I’ve rarely swayed from my favorite (minus a brief but passionate affair with the Quesarito), there’s a new menu item that has toppled my favorite and demanded my attention: Dipping Burritos.

Earlier this week, T-Bell announced the limited release of the “bold, cheesy and lustful addition.” Dedicated journalist that I am, I immediately took to the Uber Eats app and ordered both varieties – Cantina Slow-Roasted Chicken and Marinated Steak. Both are stacked with protein and covered in a layer of melted cheese. You get your choice of savory sauces: creamy chipotle, nacho cheese, or reduced-fat sour cream for the “ultimate customization.”

The order itself is basically a two-for-one double burrito deal secured with gooey cheese in the middle. You can fold it into a classic burrito shape and size or separate them (complete with the perfect cheese topping, of course) for a snack now and a snack later. See:

I tried them both ways for the full effect and quickly realized the brilliance of splitting the burrito (which is probably the whole point): it turns the burrito into the perfect dip size. You get just the right amount of sauce without completely wasting the container. Brilliant!

Since I’m typically more of a fan of chicken than steak, I started with the Roasted Cantina Dipping Burrito. It was delicious! Melty! Indulgent, indeed! It paired perfectly with the creamy chipotle sauce and practically melted in my mouth. However, I was pleasantly surprised to discover the steak as my ultimate favourite. The meat was tender and flavorful, with just the right amount of seasoning. Suddenly, my beloved Crunchwrap Supreme felt like old hat—or gasp, just mediocre.

Dipping Burrito’s nationwide launch comes after a successful trial run in Detroit, Michigan just last year. “As Taco Bell’s first limited-time offer innovation of 2025, this launch marks the beginning of an exciting year of bold flavors and inventive formats at Taco Bell, designed to make every bite an experience,” the brand said in an official statement.

Try it for yourself and tell me your entire Taco Bell order hasn’t changed. You can’t do that.

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Megan Schaltegger is a NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in the third person IRL.