What Makes a Burrito Worth Ordering
A burrito is deceptively simple in concept and surprisingly hard to execute well. The tortilla needs to be fresh and pliable enough to roll without cracking. The protein needs to be cooked properly — not dried out or underseasoned. The rice and beans need to actually taste like something. And the whole thing needs to hold together from first bite to last.
At Chiltepin Mexican Grill in Colorado Springs, every burrito is made to order. That means the tortilla is warm when it wraps, the protein is fresh off the grill or out of the braise, and nothing sits in a steam tray waiting for your order. Here’s a breakdown of every variety and what makes each one different.
The Standard Burritos — Built on a Classic Base
Most of Chiltepin’s burritos follow the same core structure: protein, beans, rice, onions, and cilantro, wrapped in a large flour tortilla. What changes is the protein — and that changes everything.
Carne Asada Burrito — $12.40
Grilled, marinated beef with beans, rice, onions, and cilantro. The carne asada brings a slightly charred, savory backbone that pairs cleanly with the beans and rice. This is the benchmark burrito — the one to order if you want to understand what Chiltepin does well.
Birria Burrito — $12.40
Slow-braised beef made in-house, with beans, rice, onions, and cilantro. Birria has a deeper, more complex flavor than carne asada — earthy from dried chiles, rich from the long braise. If you’ve had birria tacos with consomé, the burrito gives you all that flavor in a format that travels better.
Barbacoa Burrito — $12.40
Slow-cooked beef with beans, rice, onions, and cilantro. Barbacoa is softer and richer than carne asada — it’s a braised protein that pairs well with the heartiness of the beans and rice. A great choice when you want something substantial.
Grilled Chicken Burrito — $12.40
Marinated grilled chicken with beans, rice, onions, and cilantro. The lightest protein option among the standard burritos — clean flavor, versatile, and a good choice if you’re not in the mood for beef.
Adobada Burrito — $10.90
Marinated pork with beans, rice, onions, and cilantro. Adobada has a slightly tangy, deeply spiced flavor from the red chile marinade. At $10.90, it’s also one of the better value options on the menu.
Cochinita Burrito — $11.96
Slow-roasted pork with pickled onions, black beans, and rice. The cochinita is built differently from the other standard burritos — pickled onions instead of raw, black beans as the base. The tangy, earthy flavor of the cochinita pairs well with the brightness of the pickled onions.
The Specialty Burritos — Where It Gets Interesting
Beyond the standard builds, Chiltepin has a few specialty burritos that take a different approach entirely.
California Burrito — $13.14
Carne asada, grilled pico de gallo, fries, cheese, and sour cream. The California Burrito puts french fries inside the wrap — which sounds like a shortcut but is actually a whole different texture experience. The fries add a starchy crunch that works surprisingly well against the grilled beef and creamy sour cream. This is one of the most popular delivery and takeout orders for a reason.
Norteño Burrito — $13.14
Carne asada, bacon, grilled pico de gallo, beans, and rice. The Norteño adds bacon to the standard carne asada base — and it works. The smokiness of the bacon complements the char on the carne asada without overwhelming it. Grilled pico adds a slightly caramelized heat.
Hot Cheeto Burrito — $13.14
Carne asada, grilled pico, sour cream, fries, and Hot Cheeto crust. The most unexpected item on the menu — a burrito with a Hot Cheeto element that adds crunch, heat, and a flavor that shouldn’t work as well as it does. It’s a genuine menu differentiator and worth ordering at least once.
Chile Relleno Burrito — $11.95
A cheese-filled poblano pepper with whole black beans, rice, and red enchilada sauce. This is the most vegetarian-friendly of the specialty burritos — and the most distinct. The chile relleno filling gives it a roasted, slightly smoky flavor that the standard bean-and-rice burritos don’t have.
Vegetarian Burrito — $11.95
Beans, rice, pico de gallo, cheese, sour cream, and lettuce. Simple, clean, and well-built. The best vegetarian burrito is the one that doesn’t feel like a compromise — this one doesn’t.
Bean and Cheese Burrito — $6.84
The most stripped-down option on the menu. Beans and cheese, nothing else. At $6.84, it’s also the most affordable — a good add-on for kids or a light side item.
Which One to Order
Quick guide by preference:
- First time at Chiltepin → Carne Asada Burrito
- Want something different → California or Norteño
- Love bold, rich flavors → Birria or Barbacoa
- Something fun → Hot Cheeto Burrito
- Going vegetarian → Chile Relleno or Vegetarian
- On a budget → Adobada or Bean and Cheese
Order Online or Come In
All burritos are available for dine-in, drive-thru, pickup, and delivery through chiltepinmxgrill.com. Chiltepin is located at 3855 Astrozon Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80916. Open Sunday–Thursday 6:30 AM–10 PM and Friday–Saturday 6:30 AM–midnight.
