Prices last checked October 29, 2026
Refried pinto beans with red sauce and melted cheddar.
Pintos N Cheese is a cup of refried pinto beans topped with red sauce and cheddar cheese. It has 9 g of protein for 170 calories.
At a typical Taco Bell the Pintos N Cheese cost about $2.99. In the 57 restaurants we checked it ranged from $1.69 to $3.69, because franchisees set their own prices. An order has 170 calories, 6 g of fat, 19 g of carbohydrates, 9 g of protein and 680 mg of sodium.
Pintos N Cheese Price (October 2026)
The Pintos N Cheese typically cost $2.99 at U.S. Taco Bell restaurants, and you can expect to pay anywhere from about $1.69 to $3.69. Most Taco Bell restaurants are franchised and set their own prices. In the 58 restaurants we checked, a Crunchwrap Supreme ran from $5.69 to $8.99, and the Luxe Value Menu and Luxe Cravings Boxes are the cheapest way to order.
| Item | Typical price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Pintos N Cheese | $2.99 | 170 |
Pintos N Cheese Calories and Nutrition
The Pintos N Cheese have 170 calories, about 9% of a 2,000-calorie day, along with 9 g of protein and 680 mg of sodium.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 | 9% |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 19 g | 7% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
| Sodium | 680 mg | 30% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutrition is approximate and based on Taco Bell's published U.S. nutrition information.
What's in the Pintos N Cheese?
- Refried pinto beans
- Red sauce
- Cheddar cheese
Allergens: Taco Bell lists allergens for the Pintos N Cheese in its online Allergen & Nutrition information. Most Taco Bell items contain milk (cheese, sour cream or sauces) and wheat (flour tortillas, chalupa and gordita shells), and some sauces contain egg or soy. Food is prepared in shared kitchens, so cross-contact is possible. Recipes and suppliers can change, so always check Taco Bell's allergen information or ask your server if you have a food allergy.
When can you order the Pintos N Cheese?
The Pintos N Cheese are on the regular Taco Bell menu from the start of lunch service until the restaurant closes. In our sample of 58 restaurants, most stayed open until 1 a.m. or later and more than half until 4 a.m. or later, usually through the drive-thru. See Taco Bell hours.
Are the Pintos N Cheese worth it?
At a typical $2.99, the Pintos N Cheese work out to about $1.76 per 100 calories and 3.0 grams of protein per dollar, which is better than the average for sides & sweets on the menu (1.5 g per dollar).
On a tighter budget? The Cinnamon Twists costs about $1.89.
Ordering tips
- Use it as a dip for chips.
Pintos N Cheese FAQ
How much do the Pintos N Cheese cost at Taco Bell?
The Pintos N Cheese cost about $2.99 at a typical U.S. Taco Bell as of October 2026. Prices we tracked range from $1.69 to $3.69 depending on the restaurant.
How many calories are in the Pintos N Cheese?
The Pintos N Cheese have 170 calories, 6 g of fat, 19 g of carbohydrates and 9 g of protein.
Can you get the Pintos N Cheese late at night?
Yes. It is on the regular menu, so you can order it at the drive-thru, in the app or for delivery until your Taco Bell closes, which is 1 a.m. or later at most locations.