After sharing a few pitchers with friends last Saturday night, I found myself struck by a hunger that only a burrito can satiate. I lamented that we were nowhere near a Chipotle (my preferred burrito vendor), but one of my drinking buddies informed me that he knew a nearby place that was better than Chipotle. I scoffed at what I thought was a ridiculous overstatement (particularly since he was suggesting a place named after a donkey...), but asked that he lead the way regardless of my skepticism.
The decor at this unassuming establishment might not knock your socks off, but the aroma is bound to make your mouth water. I ordered a small chicken burrito with all the fixin's - it was love at first bite. The guacamole (which they give you at no additional charge by the way - bonus!) is so fresh and flavourful. I was also shocked that I actually enjoyed the corn salsa. It adds a welcomed sweetness and delightful texture to the burrito that offsets the creamy guacamole and refried beans. The chicken meat is seasoned perfectly and I appreciated that they use dark meat as opposed to white, it really adds depth. I should also add that you're going to need a lot of napkins when you get towards the end of it. Burrito juice was cascading down my arms and all over my dress, though I really wasn't bothered by the mess I was making - I was too caught up in burrito euphoria!
I am typically a ridiculously slow eater. My dining companions always make fun of me for my inability to keep up (it could have something to do with the fact that I never shut up...but I digress...). However, when it came to this burrito? I had absolutely no difficulty staying on pace. That has honestly NEVER happened before. A food item that takes precedence over running my mouth?! Astounding!
I am very curious to try their fish burrito as well. I'll be sure to write an update when I do!