Sacramento will soon get its second Taco Bell Cantina.
The boozy, modernized spin on the classic taco franchise is set to replace Arden Fair mall’s existing Taco Bell and expand into the neighboring food-court space at 1689 Arden Way. According to the Sacramento Business Journal, the combined footprint will total 1,418 square feet.
Taco Bell Cantina locations offer an upgraded, hangout-friendly atmosphere, complete with sleek interiors, an open kitchen, communal seating, charging stations, and most notably, alcoholic beverages like beer, wine, and spiked slushies called Twisted Freezes. Guests can also expect shareable snacks such as loaded nacho boxes and an expanded Chicken Cantina menu.
The project comes from franchisee David “Taco Dave” Smith of DGSmith Enterprises, Inc. According to his website, Smith operates the current Arden Fair Taco Bell, along with several other national brands across Sacramento and beyond, including Mrs. Fields, Hot Dog on a Stick, and Pretzelmaker.
Although Smith could not be reached for comment and an official opening date has not yet been announced, the new Taco Bell Cantina is expected to join Arden Fair’s growing tenant mix sometime in 2026. In the meantime, guests can visit the downtown Sacramento Cantina.
