Prices last checked October 29, 2026
Carnitas Tacos with your choice of rice, beans and toppings.
An order of carnitas tacos is three tacos in crispy corn or soft flour tortillas with up to five toppings, at the same price as a carnitas burrito. You can also order a single taco if you only want a snack or want to mix proteins.
Carnitas is Responsibly Raised pork seasoned with thyme, bay leaf, black pepper and crushed juniper berries, then braised and shredded by hand. It is the richest protein, with 210 calories and 12 g of fat per portion, and it sits between chicken and steak in price.
At about $10.40, it costs $0.75 more than the same order with chicken. Built with three crispy corn tortillas, fresh tomato salsa, cheese and romaine, it has about 550 calories and 32 g of protein.
Carnitas Tacos Price (October 2026)
The Carnitas Tacos typically cost $10.40 at U.S. Chipotle restaurants, and you can expect to pay anywhere from about $9.50 to $12.55. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Carnitas Tacos (1 taco) | $4.15 | 183 |
| Carnitas Tacos (3 tacos) | $10.40 | 550 |
Carnitas Tacos Calories and Nutrition
The Carnitas Tacos have 550 calories, about 28% of a 2,000-calorie day, along with 32 g of protein and 1,190 mg of sodium.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 550 | 28% |
| Total fat | 29 g | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 35 g | 13% |
| Protein | 32 g | 64% |
| Sodium | 1,190 mg | 52% |
*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 Carnitas Tacos?
- Carnitas
- 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 Carnitas Tacos?
The Carnitas 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 Carnitas Tacos worth it?
At a typical $10.40, the Carnitas Tacos work out to about $1.89 per 100 calories and 3.1 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 $1.89 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.
- Carnitas goes well with tomatillo-green chili salsa, which cuts through the richness.
Carnitas Tacos FAQ
How much do the Carnitas Tacos cost at Chipotle?
At a typical U.S. Chipotle in October 2026, the Carnitas Tacos cost: 1 taco $4.15, 3 tacos $10.40. Prices we tracked range from $9.50 to $12.55 depending on the restaurant.
How many calories are in the Carnitas Tacos?
The Carnitas Tacos have 550 calories, 29 g of fat, 35 g of carbohydrates and 32 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 Carnitas 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 carnitas taco at Chipotle?
A single carnitas taco costs about $4.15 at a typical restaurant, so three single tacos cost a little more than an order of three.