Consolidated "Chipotle" thread
Jan 5, 2023 | 3:05 pm
#286
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For a burrito, it's Chipotle 10 times out of 10.
For nachos or quesadilla, it's Qdoba 10 times out of 10. (pretty much because Chipotle doesn't even offer them)
For a burrito bowl, probably a toss-up. Slight lean towards Qdoba since they offer so many more ingredients.
For nachos or quesadilla, it's Qdoba 10 times out of 10. (pretty much because Chipotle doesn't even offer them)
For a burrito bowl, probably a toss-up. Slight lean towards Qdoba since they offer so many more ingredients.
Chipotle offers the quesadilla in the app only.
Jan 6, 2023 | 2:12 pm
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For a burrito, it's Chipotle 10 times out of 10.
For nachos or quesadilla, it's Qdoba 10 times out of 10. (pretty much because Chipotle doesn't even offer them)
For a burrito bowl, probably a toss-up. Slight lean towards Qdoba since they offer so many more ingredients.
For nachos or quesadilla, it's Qdoba 10 times out of 10. (pretty much because Chipotle doesn't even offer them)
For a burrito bowl, probably a toss-up. Slight lean towards Qdoba since they offer so many more ingredients.
Jan 8, 2023 | 10:00 am
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The flavors on the new steak are good but it always seems way over cooked, like it sits there for hours waiting for people to buy it.
Im also mad at chipotle entrees now cost 1625 points up from 1250 fine, story of everything these days but if you redeem a free entree reward, they apply it to the cheapest eligible item in your order. Order a $12 guajillo steak bowl by itself and youre good to go. Order a $12 guajillo steak bowl and a $8 tofu bowl and guess which one itll apply to. I didnt even notice at first because Im usually buying for two way to stick it to couples and families that are buying a lot from you Chipotle.
Im also mad at chipotle entrees now cost 1625 points up from 1250 fine, story of everything these days but if you redeem a free entree reward, they apply it to the cheapest eligible item in your order. Order a $12 guajillo steak bowl by itself and youre good to go. Order a $12 guajillo steak bowl and a $8 tofu bowl and guess which one itll apply to. I didnt even notice at first because Im usually buying for two way to stick it to couples and families that are buying a lot from you Chipotle.
Jan 8, 2023 | 11:17 am
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The flavors on the new steak are good but it always seems way over cooked, like it sits there for hours waiting for people to buy it.
Im also mad at chipotle entrees now cost 1625 points up from 1250 fine, story of everything these days but if you redeem a free entree reward, they apply it to the cheapest eligible item in your order. Order a $12 guajillo steak bowl by itself and youre good to go. Order a $12 guajillo steak bowl and a $8 tofu bowl and guess which one itll apply to. I didnt even notice at first because Im usually buying for two way to stick it to couples and families that are buying a lot from you Chipotle.
Im also mad at chipotle entrees now cost 1625 points up from 1250 fine, story of everything these days but if you redeem a free entree reward, they apply it to the cheapest eligible item in your order. Order a $12 guajillo steak bowl by itself and youre good to go. Order a $12 guajillo steak bowl and a $8 tofu bowl and guess which one itll apply to. I didnt even notice at first because Im usually buying for two way to stick it to couples and families that are buying a lot from you Chipotle.
Jan 8, 2023 | 10:23 pm
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Im also mad at chipotle entrees now cost 1625 points up from 1250 fine, story of everything these days but if you redeem a free entree reward, they apply it to the cheapest eligible item in your order. Order a $12 guajillo steak bowl by itself and youre good to go. Order a $12 guajillo steak bowl and a $8 tofu bowl and guess which one itll apply to. I didnt even notice at first because Im usually buying for two way to stick it to couples and families that are buying a lot from you Chipotle.
Feb 8, 2023 | 9:34 pm
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Far from it. Looking through my phone apps, Starbucks and Dunkin credit the highest eligible item, as does Wawa. Taco Bell and McDonalds are slightly different in that you get to (or really, have to) pick exactly what to want to apply the promo/free item to. But Chipotle is the only one I know that says oh, if you just buy one item you can use your reward for it, but if youre a better customer and buy more stuff at the same time, then were going to cut your reward value by a third and hope you dont notice or care. Its a poor practice.
Feb 9, 2023 | 4:46 am
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But Chipotle is the only one I know that says oh, if you just buy one item you can use your reward for it, but if youre a better customer and buy more stuff at the same time, then were going to cut your reward value by a third and hope you dont notice or care. Its a poor practice.
McAlisters, Schlotzskys and Chilis apply to the lowest priced item. Place 2 orders to maximize the value.
Dec 1, 2023 | 9:35 am
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There is a small QSR chain (started in Utah, but now mainly west of the Mississippi in mostly metropolitan areas) called Costa Vida that serves up pretty good burritos and such. A great alternative to Chipotle or Qdoba in my area.
Oct 5, 2024 | 2:16 pm
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"Chipotle has developed robots to ensure all its servings are the same size. "
Article in the Daily Mail describing how Chipotle is automating its restaurants:
Chipotle has found a creepy way to ensure all serving sizes are the same - and workers are not happy
Their avocado processing robot is called the "Autocado".
Chipotle has found a creepy way to ensure all serving sizes are the same - and workers are not happy
Their avocado processing robot is called the "Autocado".
Jan 11, 2025 | 9:21 am
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I went to Chipotle yesterday for the first time in months. I had a salad with smoked brisket. It was incredibly good. However, not cheap, but the despite what it says above, it was huge - the kid loaded on the meat, beans, fajita veggies and cheese. With a side of guac and a small soda. $20+
Jan 16, 2025 | 7:43 am
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The one perk of Qdoba is that guac is included in the price. I also love their pickled onions and jalapeos. (But their burritos are just meh.)
Feb 19, 2025 | 9:08 pm
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Barbacoa has replaced the smoked brisket. Good, but not as good as the latter. The woman who served me said that the next special will be, IIRC, honey chipotle chicken.