Taco Bell franchisee opens in Preston

Taco Bell franchisee, Soul Foods, officially opened its doors on 20 February 2025, the very same day as Animate -  Preston's newest entertainment and leisure destination.

The brand-new restaurant is the first Taco Bell in the region, and is located within the Animate complex, open daily from 11am - 10pm.

Taco Bell in Preston is bringing its signature flavours to town, serving up fan favourites like the Crunchwrap Supreme, Crunchy Taco Supreme, and Volcano Burrito, alongside delicious vegetarian options - all with the fast, friendly service that Taco Bell lovers know and love. 

To celebrate its opening, Taco Bell Preston, which proudly serves Halal-certified food, is introducing the all-new Chicken Nachos. Made with 100% chicken breast and coated in a perfectly seasoned crispy spice blend, these irresistible bites are served with hot nacho cheese sauce and will be a new fan favourite. 

The restaurant also highlights its Craving Value Menu, featuring 10 mouthwatering items for just 99p each. From the Crispy Chicken Soft Taco to the Mini Quesadilla and Seasoned Fries, there's something for everyone to enjoy, at an unbeatable price.

Soul Food already operates 385 restaurants across the UK and Canada, as well as more than two billion customers worldwide each year. This equates to 8,200 restaurants, with Preston City being the latest on their list. The United Kingdom continues to be a high-priority region for Taco Bell, with over 130 Taco Bell locations already established across the country.

Councillor Phil Crowe, The Mayor of Preston, said:

"It's been an absolute pleasure to officially open and welcome Taco Bell to Preston, the very first in the region! This is a fantastic addition to Animate, Preston's new Leisure destination, and the growing food scene in the city, bringing even more variety and choice for residents and visitors. Welcome to Preston, Taco Bell!"

Chet Patel, Chief Marketing Officer of Taco Bell UK & Europe, said:

"At Taco Bell, we're world-famous for our unique and crave-able menu, flavour explosion and bold experiences from innovative new items to iconic classics.

"We're excited to bring our unique brand culture and connect with the people of Preston."

Outfitted with the latest digital channels, the restaurant has multiple customer accessibility points, creating a fast, easy, and fun experience for Taco Bell fans such as: free Wi-Fi, power outlets and comfortable seating to provide an enjoyable in-store experience.

Taco enthusiasts can also become members of the app to enjoy a complimentary Crunchy Taco and earn points that can be redeemed for free menu items and rewards.

Loyalty members also receive exclusive access to special offers and early releases. Skip the line by placing your order through the app before arriving at the store.

For more information visit Animate - Taco Bell.

Map address for Animate

Animate, Tenterfield Street, Preston, PR1 2BL.