I have never been a huge fan of Chipotle, sue me. I think their food is mediocre and not even close to Mexican cuisine. The only thing they have going for them is the fajita veggies. I used to think this about Cafe Rio as well, but I was truly wrong. Why is this? Two words: sweet pork.

I know Cafe Rio is a little more expensive than Chipotle but you are paying for quality and the massive amounts of food you are getting. The quality of Cafe Rio's food is 10x the quality of any other Mexican fast-food chain (yes, this includes Chipotle). Their ingredients are fresh as well like Chipotle claims to be. Cafe Rio prides themselves on having ingredients delivered to them daily.

Cafe Rio also has enchiladas, tostadas, wet burritos, nachos, quesadillas, and dessert. Chipotle could never! Chipotle has basic menu items with basic ingredients. Cafe Rio has tons of different options and most importantly, sweet pork barbacoa. This is the best meat at Cafe Rio and maybe even on the planet. It is known to be addicting.

Let's talk about how they have dessert. This is a game changer in Mexican fast-food. They have a flan and a lime pie dish and they are both delicious. Never again will you have to walk to the frozen yogurt shop next door in order to fulfill your sweet tooth. You can order dessert in house at Cafe Rio that will truly taste good. They also have different fresh drinks, my favorite being the horchata.

Cafe Rio also has daily deals. While they may be more expensive, the daily deals truly set them apart. The best deal, in my opinion, is the Taco Tuesday special. Depending on the location, you can get a great deal on tacos. In the Phoenix area, it is $1.99 tacos. At that price, I might as well eat 5 tacos! There is a different deal every single day so be sure to check it out. You could eat at Cafe Rio every single day.

Also, their quality of tortillas does not even compare to Chipotle. What is Mexican food without a quality tortilla? The answer is, just regular food. Having good quality tortillas is a staple in Mexican cuisine. Cafe Rio's tortillas have a better flavor and are more fluffy than Chipotle's. Tortilla's matter, people. They also have great rice and beans and that is a staple to a good Mexican joint.

Another key reason by Cafe Rio is better is that it saves well for having lunch the next day! Chipotle's food can get weird and crunchy next day where Cafe Rio is the same, just needs to be heated up. They serve so much food that I always have to eat leftovers the next day so trust me, I am an expert.

Chipotle is for those with a childish, young pallet. Only real food guru's understand the beauty that is Cafe Rio and all it beholds.