It's National Burrito Day! Here's how, where to get one for free.
It's National Burrito Day! Here's how, where to get one for free.
Julia Gomez and James Powel, USA TODAYThu, April 2, 2026 at 10:05 AM UTC
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Burrito lovers rejoice because this day is just for you, and we have some deals for you to celebrate with.
National Burrito Day is Thursday, April 2, and restaurants are offering discounts to help burrito lovers celebrate.
The burrito can be as simple as adding beans, lettuce and some chicken, then wrapping it up nice and snug in a tortilla, or as complex as a 5-pound monstrosity filled with steak, chicken, guacamole, beans and whatever else you deem appropriate, then wrapping it up in a tortilla. Either way, the iconic Mexican dish has a whole day to celebrate it.
Here's what to know about burritos and the deals being offered on National Burrito Day.
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What is a Burrito?
A burrito is a Mexican dish usually filled with beans, rice, cheese, salsa, veggies and one's choice of meat, such as chicken, steak or pork.
The first time burritos were mentioned was around 1895, Noe Alcala, executive chef of Lucia Mexican Grill at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, told USA TODAY.
Originally, they were "very simple" and were more likely to be ground beef wrapped in tortillas, which made them easier to travel with, according to Alcala.
"They were way different than now," Alcala said.
Tortillas weren't served at American restaurants until the 1930s, according to National Today. They eventually evolved into what we know them as today and can be found at food trucks, grocery stores and restaurants across the country.
Alcala added that burritos were modified in the American melting pot in a similar way to sushi and pizza.
"The only thing kept was the flour tortilla and the protein," Alcala said. "The rest is pretty much what we decided here in the United States, a burrito has to be."
When is National Burrito Day?
In 2026, National Burrito Day will fall on Thursday, April 2.
The annual celebration falls on the first Thursday of April, according to National Today.
National Burrito Day dealsFree entrée at Qdoba
Qdoba is giving rewards members a free entrée when they purchase an entrée and a drink, according to a news release emailed to USA TODAY.
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The deal is available in the Qdoba Rewards Wallet and can only be used on April 2. The deal can be redeemed in-store, through the app or online. However, Rewards Gold Status Members will have until April 5 to redeem the deal.
To sign up to become a member, visit qdoba.com/rewards or download the QDOBA app.
Get a free burrito on National Burrito Day when you purchase a drink and entrée from Qdoba.Chipotle offers $2 million in prizes for National Burrito Day
Chipotle Mexican Grill will offer a $0 delivery fee to customers who place orders through the Chipotle app, Chipotle.com, and Chipotle.ca on National Burrito Day.
Leading up to National Burrito Day, Chipotle brought back its Burrito Vault game, allowing customers to play for a chance to win free burritos for life, BOGO deals or double-protein rewards from March 30 to April 1.
Free burrito at Del Taco
Del Taco is giving Del Yeah! Rewards members who make a $3 purchase get a free classic burrito on April 2, according to a news release emailed to USA TODAY.
The deal, which is only valid on National Burrito Day, can be redeemed via the Del Taco app or at deltaco.com.
$3 burrito at Dog Haus
Dog Haus will give Haus Rewards members the chance to redeem an access pass for a Haus Burrito for $3, valid in-store only, according to a news release emailed to USA TODAY.
During National Burrito Day, 100% of the proceeds from the Access Pass will be donated to No Kid Hungry to "support the fight against childhood hunger," the release states.
Customers who take advantage of the deal will receive a BOGO reward for Dog Haus’ Bad-Ass Breakfast Burritos, which will be valid until April 30.
BOGO Burritos
When customers order from Moe's on National Burrito Day, they can buy one Burrito, Bowl or Moe Value Meal and get another for free, according to a news release emailed to USA TODAY.
Moe Rewards members will also be automatically entered to win free burritos for a year with any National Burrito Day purchase, and 100 lucky customers can win.
Participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes locations will serve up $5 chicken fajita burritos on National Burrito Day.$5 burritos at 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes
At participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes locations, customers can purchase a chicken fajita burrito, which contains chicken, sautéed vegetables and seasonings wrapped in a tortilla, for $5.
Other National Burrito Day Deals -
Tocaya - Tocaya Rewards Members will receive a free side of chips and guacamole with the purchase of a burrito from Tocaya on National Burrito Day.
Huddle House - Rewards members will receive 50% off an MVP Burrito Meal with the purchase of an MVP Burrito Meal
Tijuana Flats - Offering a free “Make It Wet” upgrade on burrito purchases when customers use code SAUCED26. Diners will be able to get their burrito covered in queso, red sauce, or verde.
Taco Cabana - My TC! Rewards members will receive 25% off their order when they purchase a burrito.
Hot Head Burritos - Rewards members can buy one burrito and get another free on April 2. The deal can only be redeemed online.
Taco John’s - Rewards members can receive a free burrito for National Burrito Day when they make a purchase of $3 or more through the Taco John’s app.
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