Compare And Contrast Chipotle Vs Qdoba

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A huge debate amongst high school and college students is which is better, Chipotle or Qdoba? Many see these restaurants as virtually the same, but they have quite a few differences. Although Chipotle and Qdoba serve the same , there are obvious reasons why Chipotle should always be chosen over Qdoba. Chipotle has a satisfying menu, low prices, and a fantastic nutritional system.
Chipotle’s menu is very simple while Qdoba’s is more complicated. At Chipotle, the choices are simple, choosing from: a burrito, a bowl, crispy or soft tacos, a quesadilla, two types of beans and rice, five different meats, four salsas ranging from mild to hot, then lastly the toppings are lettuce, cheese, sour cream, and guacamole. Chipotle gives the right amount

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