Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner, burritos are always an option.
Carne Asada, Carnitas, Shrimp, Breakfast, California, Lao… they’re all different colors of a burrito rainbow. We’ve been pretty lucky here in Redding to have plenty of spots to enjoy this iconic Mexican dish. Here’s a few of our favorite spots:
El Zarape
Located off of Twin View Blvd is El Zarape Tacqueria. I stumbled upon this place in 2018 and it quickly became my go to for the perfect ‘non-coma inducing’ Carne Asada Burrito. Their steak is perfectly cooked and seasoned, and rarely do I get the chewy bits that no one like. I order with no beans to cut down on the unnecessary carbs. With a side of chips, salsa, and pickled carrots, you’ll be in heaven.
Los Gordos
Los Gordos is a definite local favorite. As an authentic Mexican Taqueria they offer a lot of different menu items, all delicious. Their burritos come in multiple different styles, with a lot of options. It’s definitely a bit hefty and will undoubtedly get your moneys worth! They have a location downtown on the corner of Pine and Shasta, and another location on the south end of Churn Creek.
Madayne Eatery & Espresso
Let’s talk breakfast. Whether you had a rough night and need a burrito to bring you out of it, or you’re on your way to work and need to grab something on the way, this place has you covered. They have 6 different breakfast burritos all under 8 dollars! Our favorites are ‘The All American’ (Egg, Potato, Smoked Bacon, Texas Aioli Sauce & Aged Cheddar) and the Norcal Denver (Egg, Potato, Bacon, Smoked Ham & Aged Cheddar). You can see their full menu on their site.
El Delicioso Burrito
Some people might stay away from a burrito place inside of a gas station, but we are not those people. We choose not to judge a burrito by its restaurant aesthetics, but instead by what’s on the inside [of the tortilla]. The Shasta Jumbo Burrito is a heaping portions of Carne Asada, sour cream, guacamole, french fries, and joy. I’m guessing they sell most of these at 20 past 4 PM, because they are the perfect cure for the munchies. It’ll sit you down and shut you up, but damn it’s good.