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Taco Bell was crushing it — then cyclosporiasis hit

Despite outperforming other fast food chains and posting impressive same-store sales, the Mexican-inspired chain Taco Bell has taken a hit after being linked to Cyclospora.

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RIVERSIDE, CA - JULY 15, 2026: Taco Bell is popular Wednesday evening on University Avenue July 15, 2026 in Riverside, CA. Taco Bell has been named the best fast food restaurant, recently. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)
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