Taco Bell ONEUROPE (UK & Europe)

HISTORY IS MADE. TACO BELL OPENS FIRST COMPANY-OWNED STORES OUTSIDE THE US! As a display of the explosive growth initiative for Taco Bell UK, history has been written with the opening of Ipswich, in the Anglia Retail Park. This is the first of five more stores company owned this year and a further 10 in 2025. Boasting an impressive area of over 2000sqft, 70 seats, multiple digital kiosks and drive-thru, the anticipated opening today has been the talk of town and expressed by a surge of 100’s waiting in line for their first taste since 5am this morning. In attendance and officially opening the store at 10am was Mayor of Ipswich, Elango Elavalakan who said “It’s great to see so many people turn up for the launch. This will be a great boost for our economy.” Ian Cranna, General Manager of Taco Bell ONEUROPE (UK & Europe) said the brand in the UK is ‘at the pinnacle of explosive growth’, now operating 136 locations. We’ve been looking to open this site for two years and have been working on it for the past few months. The team have done an incredible job.” Congratulations Team UK, this is just the beginning…..next stop Norwich. 🌮❤️🇬🇧

Congratulations on SEVEN YEARS Taco Bell Romania! 🇷🇴 ❤️🌮

TACO BELL ENTERS BOSNIA! Big news this morning as crowds gathered hours before for the much anticipated opening of Taco Bell to the people of Bosnia with the very first restaurant in Ilidža, Sarajevo. Bosnia brings the tally up to now eight markets which Taco Bell ONEUROPE now operates in, marking the start of explosive growth plans in the region. “Taco Bell’s entry into Sarajevo is a pivotal step in our international growth trajectory,” said Ian Cranna GM of Taco Bell ONEUROPE. “Bosnia and Herzegovina’s dynamic market offers a unique opportunity for us to connect with new customers and expand our presence to the Balkans.” Pedja Sarajlic, COO of new Frachise Partner Aptha Corp. has been looking forward to this day given the hype which has surrounded it. “We are excited to bring the Taco Bell brand and its iconic flavours to Sarajevo. Our team is committed to delivering a unique experience that combines Taco Bell’s innovative menu with a welcoming atmosphere.” Wishing you all the best Taco Bell BiH! Cestitam i Sretno! Live Más! ❤️🌮🇧🇦

Taco Bell UK has just kicked off the "The Student Tour" and offering free Tuk Tuk rides to take them to their nearest stores, meeting the demand for a post-party snack. In partnership with popular clubs in five university cities, the action began in Liverpool, at Taco Bell Bold Street, in collaboration with the nightclub Cool It at Heebie Jeebies. Students who download the Taco Bell app receive a Taco Token, which can be used in-store, and the first 250 customers receive a limited-edition Taco Bell Recovery Kit to help with the challenging next morning. Big shout out to our friends at Red Bull for the DJ, drinks and party! Here’s the tour, see you there. 10 October - Liverpool 11 October - Sheffield 15 October - Cambridge 16 October - Bristol 18 October - Cardiff #brandsoul #studentslovetacobell

HAPPY NATIONAL TACO 'WEEK!' Given the demand, many countries have decided to go hard and celebrate our iconic Taco for more than just today. Taco Bell across Europe have taken to the streets with lines starting by 10am! Taco Bell España and Portugal will offer free Taco’s today with Spain continuing with €1 Taco’s until 15 Oct, Finland will unleash Free Delivery today and €1.50 next week, The Netherlands will offer FREE Taco’s today, Taco Bell Cyprus are also slinging them for €1.50 for the next 24 hours. The UK will partner with UberEats with a collaboration along with PepsiCo to win a prize pack including vouchers and exclusive merch! Special mention to Taco Bell ROMÂNIA and Sphera Franchise Group who will celebrate 7 years in market with 7 days of Taco’s for 7Leu. Well done to all markets for embracing this moment in culture and making it distinctive in your own way. #nationaltacoday #oneurope #brandsoul

TURN IT UP! Taco Bell Finland partnered with CNNCT for a weekend techno festival. Not only did they build a fully brand immersive environment, they ran a competition on their channels for an up and coming DJ to play live. Marketing Manager Alina Nikkarikoski is doing an incredible job establishing a distinctive and cult-like brand in Finland. #brandsoul

If it’s not a meal, it’s not a deal. Taco Bell taking a stand. Are you in? https://lnkd.in/gri3gtTJ

It’s raining Taco’s! Another day, another store opening as Taco Bell ONEUROPE celebrates Store No.25 in Portugal with our Iberia Franchise Partner CASUAL BRANDS GROUP SL. Vila do Conde Fashion Outlet is located 20 minutes from the centre of Porto and is one of biggest shopping centres in the country with five million visitors a year. Buena suerte! #oneurope #growth #brandsoul

“Hundreds through the door!” Long may it continue for our UK Franchise Partner, Soul Foods Group as they open Burnley to huge crowds. Changing the game with every store, Taco Bell ONEUROPE. https://lnkd.in/gRnzXHWH

How great to have our Taco Bell ONEUROPE Franchise Partners together in London enjoying a spot of cricket! Belief in the vision, belief in the brand, belief in each other. 🌮 #tacobell #oneurope #brandsoul #bettertogether