When is National Burrito Day?
National Burrito Day is celebrated annually on the first Thursday of April. In 2025, it falls on Thursday, April 3. This popular food holiday honors one of America’s favorite Mexican dishes with exciting deals and promotions across the country.
Top Deals for National Burrito Day 2025
Here are some of the best offers you can enjoy this year:
- Chipotle: The Burrito Vault game returns with over $1 million in free burritos. Rewards members can play to unlock buy-one-get-one-free (BOGO) codes or win free burritos for a year.
- Qdoba: Rewards members can get a free burrito or bowl with the purchase of an entrée and drink. Sign up for Qdoba Rewards to access this deal.
- Taco Bell: Enjoy BOGO 50% off burritos exclusively through the Taco Bell app.
- Moe’s Southwest Grill: BOGO burritos or bowls are available for Moe’s Rewards members. Participate in their “Win Burritos for a Year” giveaway on social media.
- BarBurrito: Regular-size burritos are just $6.99 nationwide for one day only.
- Bubbakoo's Burritos: Loyalty members receive a $5 reward after purchasing a burrito on National Burrito Day.
- Chronic Tacos: BOGO-free burritos are available for loyalty members through the Chronic Taco app.
- Del Taco: Del Yeah! Rewards members can get a free burrito with any $10 purchase.
How to Celebrate National Burrito Day
Burrito lovers across the country celebrate this day in various ways:
- Dine Out: Visit your favorite Mexican restaurant to enjoy exclusive deals and freshly made burritos.
- Create Your Own: Host a burrito-making party at home with friends and family. Set up a DIY burrito bar with tortillas, proteins, veggies, and toppings like guacamole and salsa.
- Burrito Crawl: Plan a tour of local restaurants offering discounts and freebies to sample different styles of burritos.
- Social Media Fun: Share your burrito celebrations using hashtags like #NationalBurritoDay to join the online festivities.
The History of National Burrito Day
The origins of National Burrito Day remain unclear, but the history of burritos as a dish is well-documented. The term "burrito" first appeared in the *Dictionary of Mexicanisms* in 1895 and became popular in Guanajuato and Guerrero, Mexico. Burritos were introduced to American restaurant menus in the 1930s, starting at El Cholo Spanish Café in Los Angeles.
Today, National Burrito Day celebrates this versatile dish with its endless combinations of fillings and flavors, making it a favorite among food enthusiasts worldwide.