Burrito Shack

Many years ago, about 8 – 9 years ago? (jeeze), when I was in high school, my friends and I would pass this place and joke about going there. «On that’s the place that will send you to the hospital across the street hahaha» kind of stuff.
Then one day, my friend Kyle braved the dares and decided to eat here. And he came every day for a month. So I decided to meet his challenge and try it. I ordered their California burrito for 5 dollars and received a burrito that changed my life. I’ve been a faithful burrito shack customer ever since.
The aesthetic of this place isn’t much, but it isn’t trying to be. They don’t have ac, they have water bags to keep flys out. But who cares, the food is awesome. I, and my friends, have since moved away from AZ. Any time we are back we hit up the burrito shack. I took all my groomsmen here after my wedding for a thank you burrito. My best friend asked me to be in his wedding here. I’ve discussed the most important things here like life, the future, marriage, and the every day stuff like tv and video games. What does this have to do with a restaurant? Well that’s just what burrito shack is. It’s more than good food, it’s a quirky place where you make memories with friends that last a life time.

This was my first time trying this restaurant, mainly because it’s hiding in plain sight. I have to say that it is a welcome change of pace. I had their shredded beef burrito and it was great. The service was excellent, and the food was prepared promptly. I sat outside and was able to watch airplanes and helicopters due to the proximity of the airport, which was very enjoyable. I’ll definitely come back.

Just tried this place for lunch today! Had the carne asada burrito with no beans and it was one of the best burritos I’ve had in a while. The hot salsa was also very good and the carne asada was seasoned so well… Don’t let the outside deter you. Great food and friendly service! Can’t wait to go back and try something else in the menu!!!

Love the food! Good customer service, love the atmosphere laid back vibe and ridiculously fair prices! Have never had a bad experience here. Wish they were open pass 2 pm ha :)

Nothing to rave about. It was good, not great. Lacks meat portion in burritos. It’s a little hole in the wall place. Indoor and outdoor seating. Not open all day.

Outstanding food! Everything is fresh and delicious. The meat is tasty. They even messed up my order once and whatever they gave me was amazing! Haha. Love this place. Everything is so good. My favorite is the southwest burrito but I also like the breakfast burrito (eggs, sausage, potato and cheese) plus pickled jalapeños and onions. Delicious. The mild salsa is really fresh, homemade and so good!

Best taco I’ve had since I moved to Arizona 4 years ago. They close at 2:00 everyday, so don’t plan your supper around this place.

Took advice of the Unilocal superstars and called in our order at about 12:45 on a Friday. Our California burrito, small 4 oz. chips/​salsa and taco salad were ready within 15 – 20 min, waiting for me when I arrived and cost a little over $ 16. The young gal on the phone was unfriendly but the woman at the pick-​up counter was incredibly welcoming and sweet. As for the food, if I could give 3.5, I would! While I it seemed like everything was fresh and homemade (which is awesome!), the food lacked flavor. We liked, but didn’t loved our meal because of the lacking flavors.
The tortilla chips were good and the mild salsa was a bit watery and the onions and tomatoes very finely chopped. The cilantro left a good taste for an otherwise average salsa. The hot salsa with the burrito was more of a sauce and we didn’t find it to be any hotter than the mild (and I am super sensitive to spice). The carne asada was well cooked and did not have any gristle. With a bit of salt/​pepper or simmering in salsa, it would be amazing! The tortilla was good, as was the guac, although I wish that the fries on the Cali were more crispy and the cheese melted. I may request crisp fies if I try it again. Hubby felt the same way about his taco salad, that his meat (shredded chicken) lacked flavor. It would be nice if they put beans and a salad dressing in the salad as well.
Overall, we would try again but order different items. The fresh and homemade items definitely warrant a second try!

If i had not read the reviews i would not have stopped here because it really looks like (from outside) a dirty rundown shack. They are very nice and friendly.
I wanted the veggie delux but they where out of veggies so i got the big papa. I will remember to 1) come early and 2) get the smaller size burritto.

While the outside looks a little sketchy, it’s apparent when you are there that it’s very clean and the Shack is part of the name and not really rundown like it appears.
My husband didn’t prefer the lightly Coated fries in the California burrito but the meat was pretty good. The carne asada was milder than he is used to but good quality.
I think there was a breakfast burrito called the El Paso with shredded beef. That really hit the spot but could’ve used more green chilies!
If you’re a biscuits and gravy fan, they were pretty good too.
The soft taco shell wasn’t cooked enough but the ingredients were good.
Guessing that was a one off situation rather than typical.
All in all, it was good and definitely worth a second trip to find each persons favorite dish.

I’m a native to AZ and love a good breakfast or carne asada burrito. This place is by far my favorite for both. The country breakfast burrito with gravy on the inside is the best. The staff and owner are super friendly also. I call ahead and they have it ready for pick up.

almost afraid to post this review… keeps getting busier every time I go! my wife said i was crazy for going here as it looks like a place you should not touch with a 10′ pole but the burritos are the best! She now gets cravings every weekend for her Green Chili Pork con Papas
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If I could have only gotten past the fact that this place is truly in a shack — I’d have been OK. The food was awesome — but I just couldn’t believe that it could look the way it does and meet all food safety and building codes. Oh well — I enjoyed and I might visit again. But how hot does that place get in the summer?
Servings of guac were too small and not completely filled up in the little tiny containers. But the crispy rolled tacos were amazing.

Can not love this place more! The food is amazing! You get so much for a small price, always leftovers! So fresh, amazing taste! I recommend everything! Super nice staff.

Been a Burrito Shack fan for few years now. Our fave is the green chile con papas with crispy papas. When ordering ask for the papas to be well done or crispy and they should be a nice crisp consistency if eaten right away. The next best burrito would have to be the California burrito with papas.
We’ve never really strayed from these two burrito choices, and probably never will, so when it’s time for our favorite burrito fixation we just have to hope it coincides with their odd hours.
This place is definitely worthy of a try if you are in the area during their business hours. Oh, and have your order with the hot salsa.
See ya there!

I wish that this place didn’t have such weird hours!
The burritos here are so good. I have tried a few and haven’t found any that I don’t like. My favorite is probably the Gilbert breakfast burrito.
Pro-​tip: Call ahead with your order so that you don’t have to wait!

For all the hype this place had from fellow Unilocalers, I was excited to try out Burrito Shack. Unfortunately, my visit provided me an experience equal to that of what I would expect out of a shack. The guy who took my order was rude, rushed me, and didn’t care to try to explain or recommend anything. I was here at a time when nobody else was there, so I wasn’t holding up a long line or anything. To just try something, I went with the Carne Asada burrito. This is a burrito that is really hard to mess up, but somehow they managed to.
The menu is full of options, making it hard to direct anyone to what is «specialty.» The building itself is pretty cool once inside though! Was cool to try out, but haven’t returned since and don’t plan to.

I’ve been coming here for a few years, always loved the carne asada burritos but over the last few months the quality and consistency of the food has been fluctuating.
Today was the last time I’ll go unfortunately. I am very sensitive to liver and kidney flavors and there was definitely something wrong with the meat today. Far worse than its been before. I almost threw up because of the pungent taste.
Why two stars? Because maybe it was just bad meat today or cross contamination with some other meats. Sorry Burrito Shack, I won’t be coming back.

Been wanting to check this place out for awhile. The place is literally a shack but omg don’t let that deter you from checking it out.
I ordered the California burrito which had carne asada, guac, potatoes, and sour cream. With a side of chips and guac. People are super nice and the guac is super tasty. I would like a tub of just that with their paper thin chips. So addicting.
Carne asada in the burro was Delish. Some of the best I’ve ever had and the burrito was full of it.
Go check it out! Sad they close at 2pm otherwise I would grab it for dinner on my way home from work.

Woke up early about to head out of town for the weekend decide to stop and try this place based off of the Unilocal reviews. We live right around the corner from this place and I’ve never tried but my son and husband has and loved it. They insisted on coming here.
Lady that took our order was nice and cheery. I ordered the Conni’s favorite. It wasn’t too bad but not my favorite it so far. It had steak meat and green chile. It was really messy to eat and maybe if it had a little more vegetables and less green chile it would of been better.
Will try this place again but definitely a different burrito.