Celebrate National Burrito Day: Where to Score Free Burritos Today
April 2, 2026, marks National Burrito Day. The holiday lands on the first Thursday of April each year, according to Filmogaz.com.
Filmogaz.com spoke with Noe Alcala, executive chef at Lucia Mexican Grill at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, about the dish’s history. He traced early references to burritos back to about 1895.
Origins and evolution
Early burritos were simple travel food. They often featured ground meat wrapped in a flour tortilla.
Tortillas did not appear on American restaurant menus until the 1930s, Filmogaz.com reports. In the United States, fillings expanded beyond the original combinations.
Alcala noted that the flour tortilla and the protein remained central. Most other ingredients changed as Americans adapted the dish.
How to wrap a burrito correctly
Distribute fillings evenly for a balanced bite. Fold ends and roll tightly to prevent leaks.
Keep ingredients warm and moist to avoid tearing the tortilla. Practice makes a neater wrap.
Where to find deals and how to score free burritos
If you plan to Celebrate National Burrito Day, many chains run promotions. Rewards membership is often required for most offers.
- Qdoba — Rewards members get a free entrée with the purchase of an entrée and a drink. The offer is valid April 2 and appears in the Qdoba Rewards Wallet. Gold status members have until April 5 to redeem.
- Chipotle — The chain offers $0 delivery fees through its app and websites on April 2. Its Burrito Vault game runs March 30 to April 1, with prizes including free burritos for life, BOGO deals, and double-protein rewards. Chipotle is offering $2 million in prizes.
- Del Taco — Del Yeah! Rewards members who make a $3 purchase receive a free classic burrito on April 2. Redemption is available via the Del Taco app and website.
- Dog Haus — Haus Rewards members can buy an access pass for a Haus Burrito for $3 in-store. Proceeds from those passes go to No Kid Hungry. Buyers also receive a BOGO reward for the Bad-Ass Breakfast Burritos, valid through April 30.
- Moe’s — Buy one Burrito, Bowl, or Moe Value Meal and get one free. Purchases on National Burrito Day also enter Moe Rewards members to win free burritos for a year. One hundred winners will be selected.
- 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes — Participating locations offer a chicken fajita burrito for $5. The item contains chicken, sautéed vegetables, and seasonings.
- Tocaya — Tocaya Rewards members receive a free side of chips and guacamole with a burrito purchase on National Burrito Day.
- Huddle House — Rewards members get 50% off an MVP Burrito Meal when they purchase one.
- Tijuana Flats — Use code SAUCED26 for a free “Make It Wet” upgrade. Options include queso, red sauce, or verde.
- Taco Cabana — My TC! Rewards members receive 25% off their order when buying a burrito.
- Hot Head Burritos — Rewards members can buy one burrito and get one free on April 2. The offer is redeemable online only.
- Taco John’s — Rewards members who make a $3 purchase through the app can receive a free burrito for National Burrito Day.
Plan ahead and sign up for rewards programs to score offers. With a little preparation, you can score free burritos today and enjoy National Burrito Day promotions across the country.
