Burrito lovers across the country celebrate National Burrito Day with freebies and discounts from their favorite burrito makers. From top national chains like Moe's Southwest Grill and Qdoba, to local favorites like Chronic Tacos and El Pollo Loco, you’ve got lots of options for getting your burrito fix on the cheap.
Whether your go-to is a classic bean and cheese burrito or a loaded carne asada burrito, National Burrito Day has deals ranging from freebies with purchase to discounted entrees.
Whether you're dining in, ordering takeout, or hitting up the drive-thru, don't miss out on the chance to save big on your favorite meal. Here's what you can expect on April 2, 2026, based on what we saw during the last event.
And if you're looking for other food deals, we have those too: Monday food deals, Tuesday food deals, and Friday food deals, plus more.
Offers, prices, savings, and local participation may vary.
National Burrito Day is a 1-day event with free and cheap burritos.
On National Burrito Day, restaurants across the country roll out deals on everyone's favorite handheld meal. From chains like Qdoba to local favorites such as El Pollo Loco, there's something for every burrito lover. Whether it's free burrito giveaways, BOGO offers, or hefty discounts, there are a lot of National Burrito Day deals.
The next National Burrito Day is Thursday, April 2, 2026.
National Burrito Day is on the first Thursday in April, and in 2026 that’s Thursday, April 2. Burritos were first introduced in the Dictionary of Mexicanisms in 1895; the word directly translates to “little donkey.” It’s said that they were named after the bundles that appear on donkeys’ bedrolls.
Predicted National Burrito Day Deals 2026
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Baja Fresh Mexican Grill: For National Burrito Day in 2026, rewards members can look forward to BOGO burritos at Baja Fresh when they use a promo code online or in-app.
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Barberitos: We predict a BOGO 50% off deal on ANY size burritos at Barberitos on National Burrito Day this year.
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Bubbakoo's Burritos: Rewards members who purchase a burrito on National Burrito Day 2026 at Bubbakoo's Burritos will likely get a reward to use on their next order.
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Chronic Tacos: This year, look for Chronic Tacos to offer loyalty members BOGO free burritos (excluding the California Burrito and Surf & Turf Burrito) through the Chronic Tacos app.
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Chipotle: In 2026, we predict Chipotle will celebrate National Burrito Day with a $1,000,000 BOGO Burritos giveaway that includes prizes like 157,000 BOGO deals (2,500 per hour) or FREE burritos for a year. Look for the game to run March 30 through 11:59 p.m. ET on April 1. Here are the rules you can anticipate for this year: to play, you must visit UnlockBurritoToday.com. Once there, you need to guess the correct burrito combination to unlock the Burrito Vault. Heads up — the burrito combination changes every hour. The first players who guesses correctly each hour will win a BOGO free entree code. The first person to unlock the Burrito Vault each hour will walk away with a year's worth of FREE burritos. If you unlock the vault after those who guessed correctly, you'll get 25 reward points added to your rewards account.
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Del Taco: To celebrate National Burrito Day in 2026, Del Yeah Rewards members will likely get a free burrito with a purchase at Del Taco.
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El Pollo Loco: In 2026, watch for El Pollo Loco to offer rewards members a BOGO deal for National Burrito Day.
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Freebirds World Burrito: Celebrate National Burrito Day this year with a discount on regular-size burritos and bowls at Freebirds World Burrito.
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Kum & Go: K&G's rewards members can expect 50% off all burritos at Kum & Go on National Burrito Day 2026.
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Maverik — Adventure's First Stop: In 2026, Maverik will likely offer rewards members 50% off all burritos on April 2. Nitro cardholders can enjoy a free burrito on National Burrito Day.
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Moe's Southwest Grill: We anticipate BOGO burritos or bowls at Moe's Southwest Grill on National Burrito Day (April 2, 2026). Online orders will require a Moe's Rewards account.
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Qdoba: On National Burrito Day, new and existing Qdoba rewards members can enjoy a free burrito or bowl with the purchase of an entree and drink.
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Rubio's: Look for Rubio's to offer a discount on burritos when you order online or in-app and use a promo code at checkout.
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Surcheros: This year, loyalty members will likely get an exclusive BOGO 50% off burritos deal (that includes free chips and salsa) at Surcheros on National Burrito Day.
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Taco Bell: On National Burrito Day 2026, we predict Taco Bell will offer rewards members a discount on burritos when they make an in-app purchase. Plus, you can look forward to BOGO Beefy 5-Layer Burritos when you order through DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Grubhub.
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Taco John's: Look for Taco John's to offer rewards members a FREE (Beef) Meat & Potato burrito with any purchase. Offer valid online, in-app, or in-store (scan in-app QR code).
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Tijuana Flats: This year, on Thursday, April 2, you can grab a discounted Tijuana Burrito with chips at Tijuana Flats. Plus, you can “Make It Wet” for free by upgrading your burrito with gold queso, queso blanco, or spicy chipotle sauce.
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Tocaya: Enjoy a free half order of chips and guac with a purchase of any burrito at Tocaya on National Burrito Day, April 2, 2026.
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