Chipotle: What's your choice? (now with fat free poll)

[VaSteve]

I've been going for years. I used to get the burrito, but stopped when I found out how many calories are in the tortilla. For the first time last week I tried the Carnitas. It's really good! Usually, I go for the steak and sometimes the chicken.

So, what's your pleasure?

[Jim Richards]

Carnitas bowl.

[scottmandue]

We have one across the street from work... I tried it a couple times but they give me way too much food (I know that is an oxymoron to some of you). The food is good but the servings are way too large (IMHO).

That and I live in SoCal where there is mom and pop Mexican joint on every block.

[VaSteve]

Originally Posted by scottmandue

We have one across the street from work... I tried it a couple times but they give me way too much food (I know that is an oxymoron to some of you). The food is good but the servings are way too large (IMHO).

Last one I had was a TON of rice.

[onewhippedpuppy]

Chicken fajita burrito, white rice, sour cream, guacamole, cheese, mild and hot salsa. Calories are delicious!

[Nostril Cheese]

Chipotle is pretty bland tasting. I prefer real Mexican food.

[RedBaron]

Moes > Chipotle

[onewhippedpuppy]

Most real Mexican food, i.e. eaten by Mexicans, is pretty bland too.

[craigster59]

If I do hit Chipotle, I go for the Carnitas Bowl. Being in So Cal we have a multitude of good burrito places to choose from (make mine Al Pastor).

This sums up the last time I got a burrito from Chipotle..........
Edited - link removed - language. -Z-man.

[scottmandue]

Originally Posted by VaSteve

Last one I had was a TON of rice.

And if you are a diabetic like me that is no bueno...

There are always workarounds... like just order meat... fajitas, chili colorado, carnitas... just skip the rice, beans, and tortillas.

But you can't get that at Chipotle... I'm not bashing Chipotle... I do like the taste of their food. It just doesn't fit my diet.

[masraum]

Crispy tacos, barbacoa, corn, guacamole cheese.

I tried a burrito once, but it was too much food, lots of filler. I like beans and rice, but...

[dan88911]

I like the chicken burrito.
Stop going when I found out about the high levels of sodium.

[Brando]

Carnitas bowl fan over here. The last 3 visits I've had to tell the food preparer "hey, don't skimp on the meat." You get a ton of rice & beans, half a serving of meat and 'sneeze' of guacamole.

I correct their portions/servings with a smile and my food is still delicious. Hey, if they make it right I even tip them. Oh wait, that isn't this thread?

[legion]

Originally Posted by RedBaron

Moes > Chipotle

You couldn't be more wrong. That's like saying Midas > Dansk.

Burrito
Brown Rice
Black Beans
Onions & Peppers
Carnitas or Steak or Barbacoa (depending on my mood)
Mild Salsa
Hot Salsa
Cheese
Lettuce

[porsche4life]

You boys have got it all wrong.... Freebirds kicks the crap out of all the rest... . Shame there aren't many outside of South Tejas...

[Gooch1971]

Sid - There's one across from Quail Springs in OKC.

[porsche4life]

Quail springs or pen square chad? I have been to the one right next to penny square. There was one near my office in Houston and I are there all the time. Awesome place!

[Embraer]

there's a freebird here in Granada hills. lots of choices at that place!

[craigster59]

Manuel's is the place for some good burrito. Home of the 5 pounder...
"Manuel's Original" El Tepeyac Cafe

[gprsh924]

Eat there at least once per week, usually at lunch with coworkers. Consistent and quick. I won't even make the claim that it's good Mexican food, just that is perfect for what it is. It's it's own category

Bowl, white rice, chicken, mild salsa, medium salsa, sour cream, cheese, and lettuce. Then a healthy dose of chipotle Tabasco sauce.