
Grilled Cheese Burrito
This is a big flour tortilla with seasoned beef, rice, nacho cheese sauce and crunchy strips, wrapped in a crisp grilled cheese crust. It is one of the heaviest burritos on the menu. The cards below show how it compares with a lighter, cheaper pick.

The cheesy burrito at a glance

Grilled Cheese Burrito

The grilled cheese burrito Taco Bell sells is a big flour tortilla packed with seasoned beef, rice, nacho cheese sauce and crunchy strips, then wrapped in a layer of grilled cheese. The menu data lists it at 690 calories. The Taco Bell Grilled Cheese Burrito is one of the heaviest burritos on the menu, and this page covers the filling, the cheese, nutrition, price, steak and chicken versions, the Flamin Hot spin-off and how it compares with similar burritos. To see every option in one place, check every Taco Bell burrito compared.
The delivery menu data lists 690 calories for the standard beef version. Third-party nutrition sites give figures from 690 up to 710, and the difference likely comes from recipe updates and rounding. Plan on about 700 calories.
Here is a rough breakdown from a third-party database. Use it as a guide and confirm with Taco Bell's nutrition calculator.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 690 to 710 |
| Total fat | about 39 g |
| Carbohydrates | about 64 g |
| Protein | about 26 g |
| Sodium | about 1,490 to 1,540 mg |
Steak versions run higher. One tracker lists the steak burrito at 720 calories and the double steak version at 910, though those numbers are not confirmed by Taco Bell and can vary by location. For wider comparisons, see the calories across the whole menu.
Protein is solid at about 26 g, which is more than the Burrito Supreme and Bean Burrito offer. The cost is fat and salt. With roughly 39 g of fat, most of it from cheese, sauces and sour cream, this burrito is heavy by any standard.
Sodium sits near 1,500 mg, which is about two thirds of the 2,300 mg daily limit in US dietary guidelines. By comparison, a third-party listing shows around 1,110 mg for the Burrito Supreme. That likely puts this burrito near the top of the burrito list for salt, but Taco Bell does not publish a ranking, so treat that as a likely rather than confirmed fact.
For a leaner choice, the Beefy 5-Layer Burrito lists 490 calories and the Bean Burrito lists 360.
On the delivery app, the burrito starts at $7.67. That is a delivery "from" price, not an in-store price, and counter prices are generally lower. Third-party trackers have listed in-store prices well below the delivery figure, though they vary by region.
Within the burrito lineup, it sits at the top end of the price range. It lists at the same $7.67 delivery price as the Burrito Supreme, but it brings 690 calories and about 26 g of protein against 390 calories and about 16 g, so you get far more food for the same listed price. The Beefy 5-Layer Burrito starts at $6.09 on the same app and the Bean Burrito at $3.40. You are paying for beef, rice, extra cheese and the grilled finish.
The delivery data lists this burrito as a single item, so we do not list a combo price here. Taco Bell often bundles burritos into combos with a taco, chips and a drink, and into limited-time boxes through the app, but those offers change often. Check the Deals section of the app for current bundles.
Prices differ with your restaurant, your city, the ordering method and any add-ons. Delivery fees and service charges come on top.
On delivery apps, expect to pay from about $7.67 before fees and tax. At the counter or drive-thru, the price is usually lower and depends on your restaurant. Add-ons such as guacamole, potatoes or a protein swap raise the total. The most reliable number is the one shown in the Taco Bell app for your own restaurant.
You can order this burrito with steak instead of beef, and Taco Bell also lists a Steak and Fries version. Steak comes through as a swap in the app, and the extra charge varies by location. Pricing and availability depend on the restaurant.
The Steak and Fries version adds steak, seasoned fries, guacamole and pico de gallo, according to Taco Bell's product page. It is a different build with fresher toppings, and it is not always offered. If your app does not show it, a regular steak swap is the closest option.
Steak adds a little to the numbers. One third-party tracker lists the steak version at 720 calories, compared with 690 to 710 for beef. That is a small jump, so the choice is mostly about taste. Steak has a chewier, grilled flavor, while seasoned beef is softer and spicier.
People searching for a grilled steak burrito at Taco Bell usually mean one of two things. Most want the steak version of this burrito, with grilled cheese on the outside. Others mean any steak burrito that is grilled or toasted, such as a steak burrito from the breakfast menu.
There is not a separate item with that exact name. The steak option on this burrito, or the Steak and Fries version, is the closest match to what most people are looking for.
Chicken, black bean and spicy builds all start from the same base. Taco Bell's product page lists a Spicy Grilled Cheese Chicken Burrito, which swaps in chicken and adds jalapeños and onions. A chicken swap is also listed as an add-on, at an extra charge that varies by location.
A Black Bean Grilled Cheese Burrito is also listed, which replaces the beef with black beans. It can suit people who want to skip meat, though the nacho cheese sauce and other dairy mean it is vegetarian, not vegan. Cross contact with meat is possible in the kitchen, so ask about preparation if this matters to you.
Not every version is available at every restaurant, and the spicy chicken and steak builds in particular come and go. Open the item in the app to see which options your restaurant offers. For more chicken choices, you can look at the rest of the menu through the new and limited time Taco Bell items list.
People who type this phrase into a search bar are not talking about the Chipotle restaurant chain. The word refers to the Creamy Chipotle sauce inside the burrito. It is a smoky, creamy sauce with a little warmth.
The heat is mild. Most people find it more flavorful than spicy. If you want more heat, ask for jalapeños or add a hot sauce packet.
Taco Bell launched a Flamin' Hot version on October 16, 2025, as a limited-time item. The official announcement said it would be sold at participating US restaurants while supplies last, so it may no longer be on menus when you read this.
The Flamin' Hot version replaces the regular rice with Flamin' Hot Rice made with Fritos Flamin' Hot chips and spices. It also uses Fritos Flamin' Hot chips as a crunchy filling, along with seasoned beef, nacho cheese sauce, chipotle sauce, sour cream and the three-cheese blend, with the grilled cheese outside. The launch price was $5.49 for the burrito alone.
Compared with the regular burrito, it is hotter and crunchier, with a chip-like crunch where the fiesta strips would be. The core idea stays the same: a cheesy, rice-filled burrito with a grilled cheese crust.
Because it is a limited item, check the app before you plan around it. Our menu data does not list it, so no card or price appears here.
A search for a Flamin Hot burrito can mean a few things. Most often it points to the limited-time Flamin' Hot Grilled Cheese Burrito above. It can also mean the Flamin' Hot flavor Taco Bell has applied to other items over the years, including Doritos Flamin' Hot Locos Tacos.
Flamin' Hot at Taco Bell is a flavor family built on a spicy, red pepper seasoning. It is not a separate burrito on the permanent menu.
Taco Bell's product page lists several add-ons for this burrito. Jalapeño peppers, tomatoes, potatoes and guacamole are all offered at extra charges, and the prices differ by restaurant. A slow-roasted chicken swap is listed too.
To make it spicy, add jalapeños or ask for a hot sauce packet. For more crunch and substance, add potatoes. Tomatoes help cut through the richness, and guacamole makes it creamier.
Order in the Taco Bell app to see every option and price for your restaurant. Pick your restaurant first, open the burrito, choose your protein, tap the add-ons you want and check the total before you pay. At a counter or drive-thru, you can say the same changes out loud. You can also tap the customize screen to swap the protein. If you like the idea of a lighter burrito with fresh toppings, try the Burrito Supreme, and if you want less cheese, remove the sour cream or the sauce.
Each addition raises both the price and the calories, so the burrito can pass 800 calories with a few extras.
It has seasoned beef, seasoned rice, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, crunchy fiesta strips, Creamy Chipotle sauce and reduced-fat sour cream, all inside a flour tortilla. A blend of mozzarella, pepper jack and cheddar goes inside, with more cheese grilled onto the outside. It is a heavy, cheesy burrito with a crisp cheese crust.
The delivery menu data lists 690 calories for the standard beef version. Third-party nutrition sites list between 690 and 710, and steak versions run slightly higher. Extra toppings and sauces add more. Check the Taco Bell nutrition calculator for the number on your exact order.
Yes, the standard version has been a permanent item since June 2023. It started as a limited-time offer in July 2020 and returned a few times before it stayed. Variations such as the Flamin' Hot version, steak builds and spicy chicken builds can come and go, and some restaurants may not carry every version.
The delivery app lists it from $7.67, which is a delivery price. In-store prices are usually lower and vary by city and restaurant. Add-ons such as guacamole, potatoes or a protein swap cost extra. Open the Taco Bell app and choose your restaurant for the price you will pay.
The listed blend is mozzarella, pepper jack and cheddar. It is used inside the burrito and also grilled onto the outside of the tortilla for the crust. The burrito also has warm Nacho Cheese sauce, so there is more cheese in it than the three-cheese blend alone.
Yes. Taco Bell lists a steak swap and a Steak and Fries version, which adds seasoned fries, guacamole and pico de gallo. It also lists a Spicy Grilled Cheese Chicken Burrito and a slow-roasted chicken swap. Availability and extra charges vary by restaurant, so check the app.
Taco Bell's product page lists a black bean version, which replaces the beef with black beans. It contains dairy, so it is vegetarian but not vegan, and the kitchen may cross contact it with meat. Availability can vary, so confirm in the app before you order.
It launched on October 16, 2025, as a limited-time item sold while supplies last at participating restaurants. Taco Bell did not promise a permanent run, so it may be gone now. Check the app or ask your restaurant. It also tends to return in new promotions.
Not very. The Creamy Chipotle sauce gives it a smoky, mild warmth, and the three-cheese blend includes pepper jack for a little heat. Most people find it more cheesy than hot. If you want more heat, add jalapeños or hot sauce, or look for the Flamin' Hot or spicy chicken versions when available.
Third-party nutrition databases list about 26 g of protein for the beef version, which is a high number for a single burrito. That is more than the Burrito Supreme, which lists about 16 g in the same type of database. Chicken or steak swaps may change the number slightly.
In calories, yes. It is 690 calories against 490 for the Beefy 5-Layer Burrito, and it adds rice, chipotle sauce, fiesta strips and a grilled cheese crust. The Beefy 5-Layer is simpler and cheaper. In short, if you search for the grilled cheese burrito Taco Bell sells, expect the bigger, cheesier choice.