Although April 1 is recognized as a day for jokes and hoaxes nationwide, April 3 has a much tastier claim to fame: it’s celebrated as Burrito Day.
The burrito This term, meaning “little donkey,” probably emerged due to the blending of Mexican cuisine with European influences following the Spanish conquest in the 16th century. As noted by Jeffrey Pilcher, a professor specializing in food history at the University of Toronto, in his book. Planet Taco: A Worldwide Journey Through Mexican Cuisine.
Burros, or donkeys, probably gave rise to the name "burrito" Due to street vendors selling burritos using baskets placed on donkeys. The animals frequently carried a cylindrical bedroll that resembled the form of our beloved food item today.
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Here’s where you can find discounts and free offers in celebration of National Burrito Day this coming Thursday, April 3rd.
On National Burrito Day, Moe's Southwest Grill provides a buy-one-get-one-free offer.
Customers have the opportunity to enjoy a Buy One, Get One Free burrito or bowl at participating Moe's Southwest Grill restaurants on April 3rd.
Online redemption requires a Moe Rewards registering and then using the reward during the checkout process, as per the establishment's policy.
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Chipotle reintroduces the beloved Burrito Vault game in anticipation of National Burrito Day.
Chipotle is reintroducing its well-liked digital game. Burrito Vault , planning to distribute over 150,000 BOGO entree coupons before National Burrito Day.
Starting at 9 a.m. ET on Monday, March 31, Chipotle Rewards Members in the U.S. and Canada can unlock the Burrito Vault game by going to UnlockBurritoDay.com .
The firm stated in a press announcement on Monday that players have to accurately predict the complete burrito order component by component to open the vault. According to the statement, rewards will be given out hourly to the initial 2,500 Chipotle Rewards members who correctly crack the Burrito Vault Code.
Members of Chipotle Rewards who access the vault once all BOGO offers have been used will be granted 25 reward points through the app, according to the company.
“Last year, our Burrito Vault drove unprecedented fan engagement that resulted in our highest digital transaction day of all time,” said Chris Brandt, Chief Brand Officer, in the news release. “Now, we are giving them another chance to crack the code and score more free burritos.”
Furthermore, Chipotle is providing free delivery for all orders placed through the Chipotle Rewards program using their app or website. Chipotle.com , use Chipotle.ca or enter the code "DELIVER" in the Chipotle app.
Qdoba provides 'burrito insurance' on National Burrito Day.
On April 3, Qdoba will offer customers a complimentary additional burrito as part of their "burrito insurance," guaranteeing them a delicious dining experience for National Burrito Day, the company says.
For one day only, Qdoba Rewards Members will get one complimentary main course when they buy another main course and a drink, except for orders involving quesadillas.
"Through our Burrito Insurance offer, QDOBA guarantees that our customers can savor their preferred burritos carefree on National Burrito Day," stated Jon Burke, Vice President of Digital and National Media at QDOBA, in a press statement.
Taco Bell provides $2 burritos on National Burrito Day.
On April 3rd, Taco Bell customers can get any burrito for just $2 when they spend at least $15 or more. This deal is accessible solely through the Taco Bell app. Taco Bell Rewards Members at participating locations can get them until stocks run out.
On National Burrito Day, Baja Fresh has a buy-one-get-one-free burrito offer.
Baja Fresh is providing a buy one burrito, get one burrito free promotion this week to celebrate National Burrito Day.
Customers may submit their orders through the internet and apply the promotional code "BURRITO" during the payment process to avail of the special deal, as mentioned in a press statement from the firm. Those wishing to take advantage of this offer need to join the complimentary loyalty rewards scheme or should already be enrolled in it. Club Baja Rewards account to claim the offer.
Baja Fresh informed USA TODAY that the offer is valid from April 3-6 and can only be redeemed online.
More national burrito day promotions
Below are some additional businesses and franchises providing specials for National Burrito Day:
- Torchy's Tacos is providing $5 Breakfast Burritos along with free delivery on all orders through torchystacos.com and available in stores on April 3.
- Maverick and Kum & Go Are providing a 50% discount on all burritos for members of Maverick's Adventure Club and K&G's Rewards across more than 800 total outlets on April 3rd. Furthermore, Maverick’s enhanced Nitro cardmembers have the opportunity to claim a complimentary burrito at any Maverik site.
- Surcheros is providing its loyalty program members with a Buy One Burrito and Get One at Half Price offer on April 3rd.
- Miguel's Jr. is marking National Burrito Day by providing two Bean, Rice & Cheese or Bean & Cheese burritos for just $5.
- Rubio's Coastal Grill is providing several burritos for $7.99 apiece on April 3 by entering the code "BURRITO" during checkout via the Rubio's app or website.
- Chronic Tacos is providing a Buy One, Get One Free Burrito offer on April 3rd, which is accessible solely to loyalty program members via the Chronic Tacos app.
- Bubbakoo's Burritos is providing loyalty program members with a deal where you can purchase one burrito and receive $5 off your subsequent order, valid at every outlet across the country.
- Taco John's is offering Bigger Bolder Rewards Members get a complimentary Beef, Meat, and Potato Burrito with their order on April 3rd. To qualify, customers need to join and have the Taco John's app downloaded by April 2nd.
- El Pollo Loco is providing a buy-one-get-one-free promotion on three of its flame-grilled chicken burritos starting from April 3rd: the Chipotle Guacamole Chicken Burrito, Guacamole Chicken Burrito, and Queso Guacamole Chicken Burrito. This offer is available exclusively for Loco Rewards Members and can be exchanged in-store, through the app, or online for individual burritos.
- Condado Tacos Is providing half-priced burritos for both dine-in customers and those placing online orders through the Condado app or website starting from April 3rd. Additionally, the business will offer complimentary delivery on purchases exceeding $30 exclusively for loyalty program participants via the same app or website platform.
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The article initially appeared on USA TODAY: National Burrito Day 2025: Enjoy discounts and free items at Chipotle, Qdoba, Moe's, and more this year