Qdoba Mexican Grill

We didn’t eat here, but are going to post this review to let upper management know how trashy and awful this store looks.
The area by the cash register is cluttered with paper, pens, tape, scissors etc. That’s the wrong place for a bunch of office supplies. It looks really trashy and makes me wonder why they can’t have a place for store business out of my view.
Really unprofessional, and seems to show a lack of caring about appearances.
Speaking of not caring about appearances: the first thing you see when you come in is a small catering display meant to attract business, but it’s tacky, messy, and gross. The display is an empty oven roasting pan in a stand, with a mess of brochures and cards scattered. It’s in a table covered with a black plastic table both that is too long for the display, so it’s been knotted up in back.
If this is how the Qdoba catering set up will look, I can do better a more attractive myself with Deli trays and utensils from Walmart.

Had three tacos. Chicken, Pulled pork, and steak. Plus a drink for $ 12. On a corn tortilla. Overpriced and mediocre in taste. Not so bad that I would not recommend the place. I have eaten here many times and their bowls are the best value.

My husband took me here last week and I really enjoyed it. He is a huge Chipotle fan, but due to the current E. Coli scare he’s avoiding it at all cost. I had a grilled chicken burrito which was really delicious. What I liked the most was that the queso and Guacamole didn’t cost extra! The chocolate cookies, speedy service and great customer service are all component that will cause me to come back. My husband had the bowl which he enjoyed as well, but in his opinion nothing beats Chipotle

Love there quac and cheese, the best there is. Manager at this location very nice and works hard. Always great chips, better than Chipotle

It’s better than Chipotle and anyone who says it isn’t is flat out wrong! Every single time I hear someone rave about Chipotle I get mad because Qdoba is so much better. The steak and all the meats are better, the service is wonderful and Qdoba actually has queso… and really good queso! PLUS Qdoba has lime-​salted chips!
In closing, Chipotle sucks… Qdoba is the best burrito joint in the world.

Okay so, I love burritos. And I really like qdoba. I’d argue that their prices are a little too high, but I can deal with that cause it keeps me from coming here daily! High prices combined with a lack of customer service are the reason for 4 stars instead of 5.
I’ve tried their bowls, quesadillas, burritos, queso, chips, and salsa– and I’ve liked them all. They use fresh ingredients and have plenty of customization options. The only thing I haven’t liked is the skimpy amount of everything they put on the burrito, for $ 8+ I expect a full burrito. So sometimes I end up politely asking them for «a little more, please».
If you like this kind of Mexican/​texmex then Doba is a good place for you. They also have a rewards program where you can receive BOGO deals and such. Just don’t expect a smile when you come in unless you come in often enough for them to recognize you.

The ladies that make your food are extremely rude. Whenever I ask for something I get eyes rolled at me. They over charge me every time I go. Only reason I go back is for the food. The employees there need to be replaced with people who aren’t mad at the world.

They had horrible customer service. one of the ladies making my food rolled her eyes when I asked for a taste of one of their sauses. the guy ringing my boyfriend and I up wouldn’t even throw my trash away for me. and lastly, food was not worth what they were charging. I will definitely stick with chipotle

The customer service was a complete and utter disgrace. 3 line people, not one spoke English well enough to communicate. Today was BOGO on smothered burritos, tried to charge me full price. Then asked if I had a coupon when I complained, no coupon needed. Did not tell me extras are now free, so I missed out on guac and cheese. What a complete letdown.

Likes: Free Guacamole/​portion size/​pleasant staff
Dislikes: Cheese sauce/​salsa (had a funky taste)
Deserves 3 stars but I deducted a star for being a wholly owned subsidiary of Jack in the Box.

This place has all the right components, it’s only problem is it’s not chipotle. I don’t think that can be helped either. I’ve noticed among my friends at least that you either like chipotle, free birds, or qdoba but you don’t like all three. My heart is with chipotle but I still enjoyed the food.
I got a big burrito and loaded it with fresh ingredients. I didn’t get spiciness or flavor in my steak so I was a bit disappointed after spending almost $ 10 on lunch.
The restaurant is clean, but packed, and not packed with regular people packed with teenagers from the local high school, it’s best not to go in during their lunchtime. Either way the line moves pretty quickly.

The BEST Qdoba I’ve ever been to. I work right around the corner and come here for lunch frequently. The staff right up to the managers are the nicest and friendliest people. I’ve never waited no more than 2 minutes from beginning to end in line. The food is always fresh but the staff is the main reason I go! Thank guys, keep up the good work and see you soon!

The last time I went to Qdoba was more than 5 years ago while in Colorado — I always forget that there’s a one on Park but while in the area recently I finally had the opportunity to grab a quick bite for lunch! This is much like Chipotle/​Freebirds, but with more options and more calories. Had a salad/​naked burrito sort of bowl, and it was good. I liked that the chicken was a lot less spicy than Chipoltle’s. Another bonus? Queso. YES, PLEASE. LOAD ME UP!
Yummy fast not-​so-​healthy food. but tasty nonetheless and I would totally go here again if in the area.

Came here for the first time, had the pulled pork in a bowl … INSANE !! Was awesome ! Good change from chipotle and better than freebirds in my opinion.

I love Qdoba. However, this location hasn’t been as wonderful as it has in the past. Food was cold, and the employee did not explain the toppings very well. Besides that downfall, it won’t shy me away from congregating to a Qdoba location.

Speedy service so you better know what you want! I am not a regular, so I actually felt rather rushed by the abrasive service. I hardly had time to look at the options before I was to the end of the assembly line and paying!
I went because I wanted to try their new queso flavors. I felt like the sampler was just 3 regular sides of queso with lots and lots of chips. I didn’t care for the new flavors but their original is decent (although not the best in town).
I won’t be rushing back for the food. It was good that they were able to move the lunch crowd quickly, however when I went it was not busy and nobody was in line behind me, so I guess that’s why I felt overwhelmed. Plus, the guy in front of me was clearly a regular (they knew his order before he even asked!).

Great staff. Meh flavor. Chipotle will always have more taste :(I think it’s the rice.
Great queso, though!

I give more of a 3.5−4 and here is why it’s good but not chipotle good. To me, it didn’t stand out as much as chipotle did. Chipotle’s rice for one is much tastier and I’m almost positive Chipotle has better flavored chicken. Maybe more salt? Dunno.
But that’s not to say qdoba wasnt good. It was fast, clean, and filling. My friend told me that his friend told him that qdoba came before chipotle and that qdoba made their own tortillas? I’m not positive on that but if qdoba came first how come I am only hearing about it now? I came from San Antonio last January and this is my first time.
Anyways, overall it’s still a good place to eat but chipotle appeals more to me. Now price wise, they are about the same so if you want the tastier one, maybe stick with chipotle? :/

Most people I know will shoot me for saying this, but I prefer Qdoba over Chipotle.
Reasons?
1) Variety — ALWAYS a plus to have more options. They have quesadillas, tacos, nachos, salads, and even soup! Plus, they have also more options in their fillings and toppings for your burrito or naked burrito.
2) QUESO! — I hate cheese unless it’s in queso form. Seriously, it’s the best.
3) I like the fact that I can get my burrito naked. And say naked.
4) Bowls — The last dozen times I’ve gotten Chipotle, my bowl somehow gets completely soaked through. I end up with a wet bowl and paper bag, and it drives me nuts. Here, I get a solid, leak-​proof bowl!
5) DISCOUNT — I came here on a Tuesday and was pleasantly surprised that with a student ID, your whole order is half! I paid for me and my friend, and our bill came out to 8 dollars with tax. I think it varies with location though.
So when it comes to the debate, Qdoba wins.
I came out of this place fuller, happier, and with a little more money in the bank!

I have been a fan of Qdoba for years. This location is currently the one I go to the most because of where we live now.
While I do like Chipotle, Qdoba is still my favorite– mostly for variety. While Chipotle has ‘quesadillas’ on the kids menu, they’re steamed in their burrito-​steamers.
Qdoba actually has presses they use for their ‘dillas. so they’re nice and hot and slightly crispy the way they SHOULD be.
They have your standard offerings, including a queso that they can put ON your burrito (for an extra charge). They also have Tortilla Soup year-​round. It’s actually quite good, too!
My favorite for the past couple of years is a pretty new dish to the menu: The Mexican Gumbo. It’s basically like a really really hearty soup… Rice, your choice of black/​pinto beans, your choice of meat (chicken, beef, pork), veggies if you want them, tortilla soup, crispy tortilla strips, then your choice of toppings (regular-​style salsas, corn salsa, pico; cheese, guac, sour cream) all served in a big bowl.
It’s seriously awesome. My boyfriend gets his with TONS of Habenero sauce (because there is something wrong with him), and I get corn salsa and tons of cheese (because I don’t like TOO much spice). This way, we’re both happy.
Highly recommend.
I have NOT tried their breakfast yet (this is a new-​ish thing), and I want to do so, I just am either LONG at work by the time they open or I’m off work that day and sleeping in, damnit!
Also, I’ve had a Q-​Card for YEARS now. Originally, they were just paper punch cards. after 5 burritos, you got chips and salsa, and after 10 you got a free burrito. Now it’s all electronic and you accrue «points» rather than 1 for 1. Certain items have higher point values than other and can get you to your free burrito/​bowl/​gumbo/​quesadilla faster than others. I also get a free burrito on my birthday (well, it USED to be free, but now it’s buy one, get one free. So not too bad, but still lamer than it used to be).