Prices last checked October 29, 2026
Beef Barbacoa Tacos with your choice of rice, beans and toppings.
An order of beef barbacoa tacos is three tacos in crispy corn or soft flour tortillas with up to five toppings, at the same price as a beef barbacoa burrito. You can also order a single taco if you only want a snack or want to mix proteins.
Barbacoa is Responsibly Raised beef that is cooked sous vide, marinated in chipotle adobo and then braised slowly with cumin, cloves, oregano and bay leaf until it shreds. It is spicier and juicier than steak, with 170 calories and 24 g of protein per portion, and it costs the same as steak.
At about $11.75, it costs $2.10 more than the same order with chicken. Built with three crispy corn tortillas, fresh tomato salsa, cheese and romaine, it has about 510 calories and 33 g of protein.
Beef Barbacoa Tacos Price (October 2026)
The Beef Barbacoa Tacos typically cost $11.75 at U.S. Chipotle restaurants, and you can expect to pay anywhere from about $10.75 to $13.80. Chipotle sets prices by restaurant. In the 50 restaurants we checked, a chicken burrito ranged from $8.75 to $11.80, and delivery orders in the Chipotle app cost about 30% more.
| Item | Typical price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Barbacoa Tacos (1 taco) | $4.70 | 170 |
| Beef Barbacoa Tacos (3 tacos) | $11.75 | 510 |
Beef Barbacoa Tacos Calories and Nutrition
The Beef Barbacoa Tacos have 510 calories, about 26% of a 2,000-calorie day, along with 33 g of protein and 1,270 mg of sodium.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 510 | 26% |
| Total fat | 24 g | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 37 g | 13% |
| Protein | 33 g | 66% |
| Sodium | 1,270 mg | 55% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutrition is for three crispy corn tortillas, fresh tomato salsa, cheese and romaine, from Chipotle's official per-ingredient values. Nutrition is approximate and based on Chipotle's published U.S. nutrition information.
What's in the Beef Barbacoa Tacos?
- Beef Barbacoa
- Crispy corn or soft flour tortillas
- Rice of your choice
- Beans of your choice
- Salsas and toppings of your choice
Allergens: contains milk. Recipes and suppliers can change, so always check Chipotle's allergen information or ask your server if you have a food allergy.
When can you order the Beef Barbacoa Tacos?
The Beef Barbacoa Tacos are on the regular Chipotle menu and served all day, from opening (10:45 a.m. at most restaurants) until closing, usually 10 or 11 p.m. Rice, beans, the four salsas, fajita veggies, cheese, sour cream and lettuce are included in the price. See Chipotle hours.
Are the Beef Barbacoa Tacos worth it?
At a typical $11.75, the Beef Barbacoa Tacos work out to about $2.30 per 100 calories and 2.8 grams of protein per dollar, about average for tacos on the menu.
Comparing sizes, the 3 tacos gives you the most food for your money at roughly $2.30 per 100 calories.
On a tighter budget? The Chicken Tacos costs about $9.65.
Ordering tips
- Crispy corn tortillas are gluten-free; soft flour tortillas contain wheat.
- Order single tacos with different proteins to try more than one.
- Barbacoa is spicy on its own, so pair it with the mild fresh tomato salsa.
Beef Barbacoa Tacos FAQ
How much do the Beef Barbacoa Tacos cost at Chipotle?
At a typical U.S. Chipotle in October 2026, the Beef Barbacoa Tacos cost: 1 taco $4.70, 3 tacos $11.75. Prices we tracked range from $10.75 to $13.80 depending on the restaurant.
How many calories are in the Beef Barbacoa Tacos?
The Beef Barbacoa Tacos have 510 calories, 24 g of fat, 37 g of carbohydrates and 33 g of protein. Nutrition is for three crispy corn tortillas, fresh tomato salsa, cheese and romaine, from Chipotle's official per-ingredient values.
What comes with the Beef Barbacoa Tacos?
Your choice of white or brown rice, black or pinto beans, any of the four salsas, fajita veggies, cheese, sour cream and lettuce at no extra charge. Guacamole, queso blanco and Cilantro Lime Sauce cost extra.
How much is one beef barbacoa taco at Chipotle?
A single beef barbacoa taco costs about $4.70 at a typical restaurant, so three single tacos cost a little more than an order of three.