Phat Burrito
Charlotte, NC 28203-4753
Phone: (704) 332-7428
- Price:
- $
- Best of Citysearch:
- Burrito 2006, Burrito 2005
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-7pm
Editorial Review for Phat Burrito – by Susan McDevitt
The Scene
This one-room place serves up huge, no-nonsense Southwestern-style favorites and nothing else. The lime, blue and yellow walls are the only decoration in an otherwise minimalist decor, and tablecloths are nonexistent. Orders are taken at the front counter, assembled just behind it at the grill, then placed onto a side counter. There's some picnic-style seating outside, but in colder months the crowd moves inside and the line can get backed up to the door.
The Food
You can get tacos and tortas (sandwiches) here, but your best bet is to stick with the namesake meal, a "fat" burrito, measuring some 7" x 3". These aren't your wimpy fast-food burritos, either. They're stuffed with rice, red or black beans, cheese, and your choice of filling: marinated steak, grilled chicken or roasted vegetables. With meals this heaping (and cheap), Phat Burrito is a popular spot, particularly among young people.
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User Reviews for Phat Burrito
04/29/2008 Posted by uesgirlie
I went here for lunch today. I was really excited because the reviews were sooo good and I have seriously been craving a burrito. I could not have been more disappointed. The ingredients did not taste fresh at all, and had NO flavor whatsoever - VERY bland. It tasted like the tortillas had been frozen and reheated, the sour cream tasted warm and disgusting, and the cheese was very likely government cheese. The steak - really tough, I could barely chew it. While I was waiting for my order (which, btw, was wrong) I saw the manager or whoever dip his dirty paws - without gloves - into the ingredients and make a makeshift burrito to scarf down - he took a bite and then PUT DOWN THE HALF EATEN BURRITO on the counter where they were making food!!! GROSS!!!! I don't understand what the hype is about this place - don't waste your money.
Pros: Nothing
Cons: Unsanitary, tasteless, I probably ate feces
10/30/2007 Posted by photowilder
I got a chicken burrito with black beans and guacamole for around 7.50. The salsa was really good and you can take it to go on the side, so I brought some home, ate it w/ chips and it was fantastic. The tomatoes in the burrito were not as fresh as I would have liked and I ended up having to put salsa on the burrito to spice it up and give it more flavor. I think overall I would recommend the burrito but don't expect anything to unbelievable. I say this having only eaten there once, so maybe I caught them at a slow time around 6 or 6:30. I bet it's better at busier times of the day when the ingredients are moving and haven't sat out for awhile. I'll go back and give them another chance, its a pretty cool place and for the price definitely worth it.
Pros: Value, Pretty Good
Cons: Not so fresh
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