In the past couple years, I have fallen in love with Mexican food. I crave it ALL the time and truly love a good burrito. There are several burrito places out there, but in my search for the best of the best, I think I’ve finally figured it out. Of course, everyone has their own opinion and has different preferences for their burrito. The criteria I had was overall taste, chips and queso, and how full I felt afterward. I’ve ranked four different places from my least favorite to my favorite. So, grab some chips and queso (or if you’re lucky you have a burrito) and enjoy!

4. Chipotle

I never understood the whole hype of Chipotle. Everyone, I mean everyone, would say “Oh my goodness, I just need Chipotle." Kids from my high school would spend most of their lunch driving to the nearest Chipotle (which at the time was twenty minutes away). I mean respect, but I didn’t get it. The burrito wasn’t that great, the queso was average, and I felt completely awful afterward. My stomach ached and I did not feel good for the rest of the day. The good thing about Chipotle though is that they are a healthier option. I’m not sure I will go back, but respect if it’s your favorite!

3. Qdoba

Qdoba isn’t bad, but it isn’t good. It will satisfy the craving of a burrito, but it doesn’t go to the next level of amazing. The overall taste was okay, but the flavors didn’t mix together. I could taste the beans, rice, and meat, but separately. The chips and queso were okay. The queso was a bit too spicy for my taste and had a lot of chunks in it (I prefer my queso smooth). About ¾ into the burrito, I was so full. I wasn’t able to finish everything and felt full for the rest of the day. Overall, not too bad, but it’s not my first pick.

2. Café Rio

Unfortunately, Café Rio’s are typically only found out west. There are a couple here and there on the east coast, but if I’m craving Café Rio, I’m out of luck. Café Rio’s burrito experience is completely different. Compared to other burritos, that you eat with your hands, this burrito is so messy that it requires a fork and a knife. The overall taste is absolutely amazing. Order it enchilada style, and it will change your life. The overall taste is incredible. The flavors are strong and mix together well. The reason Café Rio isn’t my number one is the chips and queso. I find that the chips are plain and the queso isn’t my favorite. After eating Café Rio, I’m pretty full, but satisfied.

1. Moe’s

Moe’s is my all-time favorite and going there feels like home. I have found that since I’ve been back in North Carolina, I go to Moe’s at least once every two weeks. The overall taste is perfect. The flavors blend perfectly with each other, which makes the burrito even better. Another thing that makes Moe’s my all-time favorite is their chips and queso. My oh my, do I love their chips and queso. I can finish my meal without feeling extremely full, but I’m not still hungry afterward either. Moe’s is the complete package for me.