Taco Bell announces 2026 return to Denver International Airport

Sep 29, 2025, 3:22 PM | Updated: Sep 30, 2025, 11:14 am

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Kudos to anyone brave enough to eat Taco Bell before going on a flight…

In 2026, a Taco Bell Cantina is expected to open near gate A49 at Denver International Airport.

Taco Bell has been absent from DIA since 2018 when it closed as the airport started redevelopment of the Great Hall.

Taco Bell Cantina locations are the fast food company’s more restaurant-focused brand of dining, and they feature amenities not available at its drive-through eateries. That includes “elevated interiors, bold designs and specialty drinks,” according to the website. They are known for serving boozy frozen cocktails in an environment that encourages guests to socialize and stay awhile.

There are currently only nine cantinas in operation nationwide, most are in California. The flagship store in Las Vegas is a two-story restaurant with an onsite wedding chapel and bar.

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