The Big Burrito – Mexican
This vibrant eatery hums with energy as the savory aroma of slow-simmered fillings and toasted tortillas wafts from the bustling open kitchen. Guests can navigate a landscape of flavor that ranges from delicate, authentic tamales and crisp tostadas to monumental, overstuffed burritos designed to challenge even the most ambitious appetites. Whether you are tucking into a zesty, garden-fresh taco salad or braving their most legendary, oversized creations, the experience is a celebration of bold textures and hearty, soul-satisfying comfort.
5036 West Kl Avenue, Kalamazoo 49009 https://thebigburrito.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at The Big Burrito
Dairy-Free at The Big Burrito
The Big Burrito in Kalamazoo has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Taco, Pinto Beans (Classic) and Chips (Classic). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Big Burrito
The Big Burrito in Kalamazoo has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole (Classic) and Pico De Gallo (Classic). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Big Burrito
The Big Burrito in Kalamazoo has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Taco, Churros and Choco Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Big Burrito
The Big Burrito in Kalamazoo has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Taco Mexicano. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Big Burrito
The Big Burrito in Kalamazoo has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Queso (Classic). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Big Burrito
The Big Burrito in Kalamazoo has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Queso (Classic). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Big Burrito
The Big Burrito in Kalamazoo has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Taco, Pinto Beans (Classic) and Chips (Classic). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Big Burrito
The Big Burrito in Kalamazoo has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Taco, Churros and Choco Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Big Burrito
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Mexicano | 25.1 g | 117.4 g |
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| Big Burrito | 77.1 g | 75.9 g |
| Classic Burrito | 49.9 g | 38.9 g |
| Vegan Tostada | 75.6 g | 35.6 g |
| Don't Even Think About It Burrito | 28.4 g | 24.7 g |
| Vegan Burrito Bowl | 54.2 g | 24.2 g |
| Loaded Taco | 2.2 g | 20.4 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Big Quesadilla | 27.1 g | 14.8 g |
| Burrito Bowl | 22.3 g | 12.3 g |
| Tostada | 36 g | 8.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for a kitchen that takes immense pride in its craft, guests rave about the standout crispy desserts and the consistently high quality of the menu. Diners frequently highlight the pleasant ambiance and nice atmosphere, noting that the environment is perfect for a relaxing and enjoyable meal. The service is praised for being both accommodating and timely, with reviewers often describing their visits as some of the best dining experiences they have had recently.
Menu
Burritos
Our signature item! Tortilla filled with your choice of meat and veggies, grilled to perfection.
- Small Burrito - $6.99: Tortilla filled with choice of meat or veggies, beans, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, and sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Burrito - $9.99: Tortilla filled with choice of meat or veggies, beans, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, and sour cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Burrito - $10.99: Tortilla filled with choice of meat or veggies, beans, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, and sour cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Don't Even Think About It Burrito - $35.99: Massive tortilla filled with choice of meat or veggies, beans, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, and sour cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos and Tostadas
- Loaded Taco - $3.49: 6 inch corn tortilla, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, sour cream, and choice of meat or veggie Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Mexicano - $3.49: 6 inch corn tortilla, onion, cilantro, side of lime, and choice of meat or veggie Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostada - $3.49: Crispy tortilla, beans, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, sour cream, and choice of meat or veggie Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamale - $3.99: Chicken or beef Available at: dinner, lunch
Bowls and Salads
- Burrito Bowl - $9.99: Beans, rice, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, sour cream, and choice of meat or veggie Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $9.99: Homemade tortilla bowl, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheese, sour cream, and choice of meat or veggie Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas and Nachos
- Classic Quesadilla - $4.99: 6 inch flour tortilla, cheese, choice of meat or veggie, side of sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Quesadilla - $7.49: 12 inch folded flour tortilla, cheese, choice of meat or veggie, side of sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $9.99: Crispy tortilla chips, queso, beans, lettuce, tomato, onions, sour cream, and choice of meat or veggie Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegan Choices
- Vegan Taco - $3.49: Grilled veggies, vegan cheese, rice, beans, tomato, onion, and lettuce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Tostada - $3.49: Grilled veggies, vegan cheese, rice, beans, tomato, onion, and lettuce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Burrito Bowl - $9.99: Grilled veggies, vegan cheese, rice, beans, tomato, onion, and lettuce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chips (Classic) - $3.99: Freshly made tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pico De Gallo (Classic) - $3.99: Fresh tomato, onion, and cilantro salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free
- Queso (Classic) - $4.99: Melted cheese dip Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Guacamole (Classic) - $4.99: Fresh avocado dip Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice (Classic) - $2.99: Mexican style rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pinto Beans (Classic) - $2.99: Seasoned pinto beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churros - $2.49: 5 mini churro bites rolled in cinnamon and sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Choco Taco - $2.99: Ice cream taco with chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Catering
10 person minimum. Includes a full spread of taco ingredients and sides.
- Taco Bar (Per Person) - $16.5: 3 soft flour tortillas, ground beef, pulled chicken, chorizo, beans, rice, chips, salsa, cheese, lettuce, sour cream, guacamole, queso, tomatoes, onions, red & green sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about The Big Burrito
- Is The Big Burrito dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Big Burrito has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Taco, Pinto Beans (Classic) and Chips (Classic).
- What can I eat at The Big Burrito on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Taco, Pinto Beans (Classic) and Chips (Classic) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Big Burrito have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Taco and Pinto Beans (Classic).
- Is The Big Burrito gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Big Burrito?
- Taco Mexicano, at roughly 117.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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