'Taco Bell' is an American chain of fast food restaurants based in Irvine, California and a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc. The restaurants serve a variety of Mexican inspired foods that include tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and nachos.

At 23 years old, founder Glen Bell started his first restaurant, a hot dog stand in San Bernardino, California. He called his hot dog stand "Bell's Drive-In." In 1952, Bell sold his hot dog stand to start another food restaurant two years later, this time selling hot dogs, hamburgers, and tacos which he called "Taco Tia."

After managing four 'El Tacos' for a few years in southern California and his own 'Taco Tia', Bell sold it all in 1962 to start 'Taco Bell'. That same year, the first 'Taco Bell' opened in Downey, California.

In 1970, 'Taco Bell' went public with several local chains and the company migrated with several fast food franchises opening worldwide.

'Taco Bell' has tried to enter the Mexican market twice and failed both times.

Although Americans view 'Taco Bell's' food as great-tasting "Mexican" food, Residents in Mexico view 'Taco Bell's' food differently.

Taco Bell first tried to enter the Mexican market in 1992, but its restaurants all closed within two years. 'Taco Bell' tried again in 2007 to successfully open a restaurant in Mexico City.

The Mexico City 'Taco Bell' closed down in 2010. For those who have experienced authentic, Mexican food, the taste of 'Taco Bell's' menu did not go over well.

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