Where to get cheap burritos on April 6th – Orange County Register

National Burrito Day falls on the first Thursday in April, so the date fluctuates. This year it is April 6th.

Southern California fast-food chains are responding with offers for discounted burritos, and for a lucky few loyalty club members, they could be free.

Here are some chains that have announced discounts.

Chipotle Mexican Grill: The Newport Beach chain will be sending out codes on a Twitter account, @ChipotleTweets, that can be texted to 888-222 for a chance to win one of 10,000 free burritos, according to a press release. chipotle.com

Chronic Tacos: The Aliso Viejo-based chain is offering a 50% discount on burritos ordered through its app on April 6, according to a press release. Use promo code “Burrito” at checkout. Offer limited to one burrito per customer. On that date, Chronic Tacos will also be giving away one free burrito per week on Instagram for a year. Chronictacos.com

El Pollo Loco: The Costa Mesa-based chain is using National Burrito Day to launch an overhaul of its rewards program and a new app. On April 6th, new and existing Loco Rewards members will receive a buy-one-get-one burrito. Then, in the 30 days between National Burrito Day and Cinco de Mayo, 30 members will be selected to receive 1 million points, according to a press release.

Miguel’s Jr.: Bean-cheese burritos and bean-rice-cheese burritos will go on sale April 6 for $1.99, according to a press release. miguelsjr.com

Rubio’s Coastal Grill: Every burrito on the menu will be available on April 6th for $7.99. Customers can use the coupon code BURRITO for online or app purchases, or scan a QR code at checkout. It is available on the chain’s website. rubios.com/coupons/burrito-day