Best Burrito in Greeley – Butch’s Top 10
With nearly 35% of the population being Latino in Greeley, the Hispanic influence on the town is great. Although I am as white as my socks, I feel like I have a strong grasp on good Mexican food, and authentic Mexican food at its best can be found all over Greeley. Here are my 10 favorite places to get a burrito in my hometown.
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Chipotle Mexican Grill
Right after I get done introducing this list by bragging about the authenticity of the Mexican food in Greeley I give you a chain restaurant! Not just any chain though, Chipotle adds convenience to good fresh ingredients made fresh in store. That equals a good burrito, and a favorite for University of Northern Colorado students do to its proximity to campus.
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El Cielo
3636 W 10th StA unique location sometimes keeps people away. Don't let the unique location of El Cielo keep you away. Traditional Mexican fare and a lot of choices! Family owned and operated, and possibly the friendliest staff anywhere!
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Qdoba
4626 Centerplace Dr # 124 & 2527 11th AvenueAnother chain that does it right. From the fresh grilled meats to the freshest toppings you'll find. My favorite the queso sauce on a nice warm tortilla! Greeley likes Qdoba so much that there are two of 'em!
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Cazadores
2140 35th AvenueOnce you step foot inside Cazadores you feel as though you have step right over the border. Even the decor is authentic. Oh and by the way if this was a list of the best fajita burritos, Cazadores would be at the top!
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Santiago's
701 11th AveAlthough it's new to Greeley, Santiago's has been around Colorado for over 20 years. When I think of Mexican, I think Green Chili, and theirs may be the best. It's so good as a matter of fact, that you can buy it by the pint, frozen in most local grocery stores!
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Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
825 9th StreetKnown for the margaritas so good you are only allowed three of them, the Rio also has some great food to go with. And, what is the best side with a burrito (beside a margarita)? Chips and salsa of course, and they have some of the best!
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Big City Burrito
2622 South 11th AvenueI have to admit the first time I went to Big City it was a little weird, then I remembered the name, BIG CITY. It is just that, a little bit of Mexican mixed with the big city. The combination is a great one. Fresh mad from scratch ingredients fill the tortilla you choose. If you are in the mood for something outside the box, a little different from the typical burrito joint, Big City is the place!
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Café Mexicali
4629 Centerplace Dr # 125"As fresh as it gets" is what Cafe Mexicali claims to serves, and it sure tastes like it! Besides just being fresh Mexicali is also pretty darn good, and offers some uniquely delicious items. May I recommend the sweet pork with Creamy Habanero Sauce? Sweet and salty morsels of pork wrapped in a tortilla made right in front of you, and then covered in a mild, but very flavorful, sauce! Perfection!
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El Charro
2109 9th StreetFor 42 years El Charro has been wowing the patrons. If they still come after that long, you know you have something good! They stick to the basics, nothing too hot, nothing too off the wall, just good, old fashioned Mexican food done the right way. By the way, Tuesday nights are all you can eat burritos... Best deal in town!
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Alberto's
2605 W. 11th St RdThe best burrito in Greeley? Ask around, the locals will almost all agree, it's Alberto's. To me green chili is the key to a good burrito, and there is no green chili that comes close to Alberto's. Now the burritos at Alberto's were good enough to make the number one on this list, but if the category was breakfast burritos, they would make the list of best in the world I am sure! Want a good burrito in Greeley? Go to Alberto's!