Taco Bell is significantly expanding its Irish presence in early 2026 with a flagship opening at Blanchardstown Centre on February 20 and a recently launched delivery-only site in Glasnevin. This growth brings the brand to five operational locations in Ireland, appealing to younger demographics and urban diners seeking quick, flavourful options, with plans to open six more by the end of 2026.
New & Upcoming Openings
- Blanchardstown Centre: Scheduled to open on Friday, 20 February 2026, this will be the brand’s largest Irish restaurant to date. It will operate seven days a week from 11:00 am to 11:00 pm, offering a full dine-in and takeaway menu. The first 100 customers on opening day will receive exclusive Taco Bell merchandise.
- Glasnevin: A newly launched digital-only, delivery-focused location designed to serve North Dublin. It is currently open for delivery from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm daily.
Following its Irish debut in September 2025, Taco Bell has established several locations, primarily through a partnership with Applegreen:
- Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath: The first Irish location, situated at Applegreen Services M3, Junction 6.
- Lusk Northbound, Co. Dublin: Located on the M1 motorway.
- Ballincollig, Co. Cork: The brand’s first site in Cork.
The expansion is managed through a partnership with Eclective QSR (a subsidiary of Eclective Hospitality Group, formerly known as Press Up) and Applegreen. The 2026 growth strategy aims to nearly double the brand’s footprint in Ireland by year-end.
