National Chipotle Day 2010: Free Burrito Confusion at Chipotle Mexican Grill?

Sorry, Chipotle fans: National Chipotle Day 2010 has nothing to do with free burritos! Though National Chipotle Day 2010 is a hot search on the internet, and a "real" thing, it does not mean the popular, fresh-Mex fast food chain is sponsoring the event, or even associated with it. The entire idea is merely the brainchild of an ardent Chipotle fan who decided to start a concept page on Facebook built around giving the chain (and, presumably, its namesake pepper in general) its very own national holiday.

As Chipotle Mexican Grill representative Colin confirmed today on the food chain's Facebook page, it's "business as usual" during today's "fan made event", and there will be no free burritos. Chipotle-fan David Dressen questioned Colin further on the National Chipotle Day 2010 confusion, pointing out, "You get a free donut at Dunkin' Donuts on National Donut day, though!"

Colin swiftly replied, "Donuts are 75 cents; burritos are not. Just sayin'."

Regardless of whether there are free burritos or no free burritos (and there are no free burritos), Chipotle certainly is worth a visit today to celebrate the fan-made National Chipotle Day 2010. Though not a cheap fast food option, the chain prides itself on giving customers quick, custom-ordered food with no junk and when possible, local ingredients from family farms.

Lunch or dinner at Chipotle Mexican Grill shouldn't run more that $8 per person including one main item, an extra side garnish/condiment (such as chips or fresh guacamole) and a drink.

You can visit the official Chipotle fan page on Facebook here, as well as the unofficial, fan-made National Chipotle Day 2010 page right here! Check out Chipotle.com for more information, menu items and locations. Now hurry up, National Chipotle Day 2010 is almost over!