Tax, delivery, customization and local price differences are not included.
What matters before you order
Bean Burrito is one of the clearest price benchmarks on the Taco Bell menu because its base build is simple: refried beans, red sauce, onions and cheddar in a flour tortilla. It is useful for users who want a filling meat-free starting point without paying for several sauces or specialty shells. The simplicity also makes customization costs easier to understand.
What the price means
The official web-menu reference is $1.99, but the three saved official restaurant observations run from $1.69 to $2.69. A one-dollar spread on a low-priced item is meaningful: the highest observed store price is about 60% above the lowest. That is why the site does not publish a fake national average. At checkout, compare the local Bean Burrito price with the $1.49 Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito, which is cheaper in the web-menu dataset but has a different sauce-and-rice build.
Item overview
A warm flour tortilla filled with refried beans, red sauce, diced onions and shredded cheddar cheese.
What is included
This component list is taken from the current Taco Bell-controlled product page used in this research. It describes the referenced base configuration, not every possible customization.
Official customization paths
- Supreme: adds reduced-fat sour cream and tomatoes
- Fresco: replaces dairy and mayo-based sauces with pico de gallo
- Grilled: adds a grilled finish
Popular upgrade reference
| Upgrade | Reference add-on price | Added calories |
|---|---|---|
| Reduced-fat sour cream | $0.90 | 20 Cal |
| Nacho cheese sauce | $1.00 | 30 Cal |
| Guacamole | $1.15 | 40 Cal |
| Seasoned rice | $0.60 | 50 Cal |
How to customize without losing the value
The burrito's low base price can disappear quickly. Sour cream raises the reference subtotal to $2.89; nacho cheese to $2.99; guacamole to $3.14. Seasoned rice is the most modest listed addition at $0.60 and changes the texture without doubling the price. Fresco is the more relevant option for users trying to remove dairy and mayo-based sauces, but cross-contact and exact ingredient questions still require the official allergen resource.
Price position inside the Burritos category
At $1.99, this item ranks #2 from lowest price among the 9 researched burritos items in this menu set. Its Price Value Score is 88/100.
Selected-store price observations
These official restaurant-specific observations show why a single web-menu price should not be treated as universal.
| Restaurant | Store | Observed price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6501 East Washington Street Indianapolis, IN | #028916 | $2.09 | Official location menu |
| 2025 W Thomas St Hammond, LA | #034443 | $1.69 | Official location menu |
| 627 N Wilson Way Stockton, CA | #041340 | $2.69 | Official location menu |
The observed selected-store range is $1.69–$2.69 across 3 saved official restaurant observations. This is a sample, not a national average.
Better alternatives to compare
Cheaper options in the same category
No lower-calorie researched option exists in this category set.
Practical ordering advice
Order the base version when price is the priority. If you plan to add nacho cheese, sour cream and rice, compare the final subtotal with a burrito that already includes those components. Ask for grilled only when the selected restaurant offers it and you prefer a firmer exterior; it does not turn the item into a different size or meal.
Availability intelligence
Listed on the current official U.S. web menu; restaurant participation varies. The item should be treated as location- and participation-dependent. For breakfast items, local breakfast participation and cutoff time also apply.
Nutrition and allergen use
The current base listing is 360 calories. Beans provide much of the item's substance, while the flour tortilla and cheddar make wheat and milk practical allergen considerations. The vegetarian marker is not a vegan or allergen-free guarantee, and Taco Bell warns about common preparation areas. Added rice, guacamole or sauces change the calorie total, so the base number should not be reused for a heavily customized order.
Open official allergen information
Questions users ask about Bean Burrito
Why does the Bean Burrito price vary so much by store?
Is the Bean Burrito cheaper than the Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito?
How much is a Bean Burrito with seasoned rice?
Does the base Bean Burrito include sour cream?
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Is the price the same at every Taco Bell?
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Where was the information verified?
Sources and price notes
Official product page: View the Taco Bell product page.
Price note: The displayed amount is a menu reference. Your selected restaurant may charge a different price, and tax, delivery fees and customization can change the checkout total.
Selected-store sample: This page includes 3 official restaurant-specific price observations.