Start your morning with the best breakfast burritos across Northern Colorado, with everything from classic to plant-based to fully loaded, meat-heavy combos.
Some people need their morning caffeine, and some people need their morning burrito, and honestly, both are entirely valid.
A good breakfast burrito is truly hard to beat. I mean, it has it all: protein, cheese, potatoes, and a little bit (or a lot, depending on your preference) of spice. They’re perfect for refueling after a long hike, run, or even a long night out celebrating.
No matter why you’re searching for the perfect breakfast burrito (not that you need a reason), the good news is I’ve already done the hard work and rounded up the very best ones in Northern Colorado from Greeley to Fort Collins, Berthoud, Loveland, Longmont, and other spots in between—enjoy!
El Jefe Burritos
Where: 2376 47th Ave, Greeley, CO, 80634
When: Tuesday – Saturday (5:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.)
Just like the name suggests, El Jefe Burritos really is the boss when it comes to breakfast burritos. Located in Greeley and served out of a humble blue trailer, El Jefe opens early and sells out early, too. The owners are known for their friendly, accommodating service, which comes through in every burrito they make and each customer they serve.
One thing to know before you go: The menu changes depending on the day. They’re closed on Mondays, but Tuesdays offer sausage and chorizo burritos, Wednesday is steak and bacon, Thursday features pulled pork with potato and ham, Friday goes back to steak and chorizo, and Saturday rounds things out with sausage and bacon.
If you’re not sure what to order, go with their most popular: the steak breakfast burrito. It’s packed with eggs, potatoes, their homemade green chile, cheese, and flavorful grilled steak. People go out of their way just for this burrito.
Pro tip: You can ask for your burrito “Reuben style.” It might take a little longer, but it’s worth it. They’ll sear the outside, giving it an unbeatable crispy, golden layer.
Mi Gallo Giro Mexican Restaurant
Where: 3721 W Service Rd, Evans, CO 80620
When: Monday – Saturday (6 a.m. – 3 p.m.); closed on Sunday
I’d call Mi Gallo Giro a hidden gem, but honestly, it’s no secret. On any given morning, the bright red building is alive and buzzing with people. There’s almost always a steady line and people enjoying their food on the patio.
It’s a local favorite for a reason. Everything here is authentic, flavorful, and unique. The burritos come loaded with potatoes, eggs, green chile, and cheese, and then you pick your protein (there are 15 options, so take your time). You can also get it smothered, which is worth trying at least once, and if you like some heat, their habanero sauce is the way to go.
La Fiesta Express
Where: 901 16th St, Greeley, CO
When: Monday – Saturday (6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.); Sunday (7:15 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
Looking for a little fiesta for your taste buds? Family-run La Fiesta Express delivers with the ultimate celebration of flavor.
Their popular breakfast burrito comes with all the essentials: potatoes, egg, cheese, and green chile (hot or mild options). From there, you can personalize it with a number of meats or vegetarian options. Their most popular burritos are the Super Burrito, Steak Burrito, or Mixto (bacon and steak). The Mexicana is a great vegetarian option that offers a little more flavor than the classic, filled with onion, tomato, and jalapeno.
Fun Fact: La Fiesta makes their very own tortillas right in Northern Colorado. They also supply a lot of local spots, gas stations, and markets around the area with tortillas, which is why their logo and name might look familiar.
La Casita Mexican Cuisine
Where: 1720 W Mulberry St, Fort Collins, CO 80521; 405 5th St., Berthoud, CO 80513
When: Fort Collins: Monday – Friday (7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.); Saturday (7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.).
Berthoud: Monday – Saturday (7:30 – 2:00 p.m.).
Named a Top 3 Mexican Restaurant by BusinessRate in 2025, La Casita is known for a lot more than just breakfast burritos. Their chile rellenos are hard to beat, and the birria tacos are just as delicious. However, coming here and skipping the breakfast burritos would be a mistake. So, plan to visit here at different times in the day to give everything a solid try.
When it comes to breakfast burritos, you’ve got your choice of bacon, chorizo, ham, sausage, or veggie, all wrapped up with eggs, potatoes, and cheese.
Pro tip: Ask for their Crispy Breakfast Burrito. It’s their most popular for a reason. You’ll get the essentials and your choice of meat, but you also get their popular crispy chile relleno tucked inside.
Fort Collins Food Co-Op
Where: 1100 W Mountain Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80521
When: Monday – Sunday (7 a.m. – 9 p.m.)
Vegans, I didn’t forget about you. Fort Collins Food Co-Op has one of the best vegan breakfast burritos in NoCo, no question.
Located right in the heart of FoCo, this longtime staple (formerly known as the Mountain Avenue Market) has been around since the ’70s, when CSU students first got it going.
Inside the Food Co-op, there’s a deli that offers organic and locally sourced dishes, including two vegan burritos. The classic is packed with Just Egg, Jack & Annie’s vegan sausage, potatoes, onion, bell pepper, spinach, tomato, and Violife vegan cheese. There’s also the “Beans, Rice, & Everything Nice,” which is a little more veggie-forward, with rice, beans, onion, garlic, and a mix of seasonal vegetables, and vegan cheese.
Both come wrapped in a warm flour tortilla, and really, you can’t go wrong with either.
El Diablo
Where: Food Trucks: 1001 S Lemay Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80525; 2849 S College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80525. Restaurants: 1473 E Eisenhower Blvd, Loveland, CO 80537; 4619 S Mason St, Fort Collins, CO 80525; 3906 W Cleveland Ave, Wellington, CO 80549
When: Monday – Sunday (8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
With a name like El Diablo, you wouldn’t expect their food to taste like heaven, but let me assure you, it does. With five food truck and restaurant locations around Northern Colorado, there are plenty of opportunities to try their delicious breakfast burritos.
In the mornings, their breakfast burritos are the main draw, with seven different fillings to choose from. You can keep it simple with a classic bean, egg, and cheese, or go for something a little more unique, like the birria, cheese, and egg. Regardless of which you choose, everything comes out hot, flavorful, and exactly what you’d want in a breakfast burrito.
Benny’s Tacos
Where: 535 Third St, Berthoud, CO 80513
When: Monday – Friday (6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.); Saturday (7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.); Sunday (7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.).
Benny’s Tacos is easy to spot, with its colorful signage and decorative wooden door, but it’s the authentic Mexican food that really sticks with you. And yes, you guessed it … the breakfast burritos.
With six different options, you’ve got everything from a simple egg, cheese, and potato classic to a fully loaded burrito with your choice of bacon, ham, chorizo, or sausage. You can also go for something a little different, like their burrito a la Mexicana with tomato, jalapeño, and onions, a veggie-packed option, or even a chimichanga-style burrito if you’re feeling extra hungry.
Cocina and Cantina
Where: 400 Mountain Ave, Berthoud, CO 80513; 30 Gateway Drive, Unit 2, Berthoud, CO 80513
When: Monday – Friday (6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.); Saturday (7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.); Sunday (7:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.)
Cocina and Cantina have been serving some of the best breakfast burritos in Berthoud for 15 years, so at this point, they’ve got it down. What started as a small burrito spot back in 2011 has grown into a full Mexican restaurant, plus a second location in Johnstown.
After all that time, it’s no surprise they’ve mastered the breakfast burrito. The menu offers 16 different options, ranging from simple and classic to more loaded picks like chile verde pork, chicharrón, steak, and more. The bacon is their most popular, with the chorizo burrito being a close second.
In addition to their breakfast burritos, it’s worth keeping an eye on their calendar. They regularly host events like Cinco de Mayo celebrations, Mother’s Day meals, and other seasonal gatherings that give you even more reasons to come back.
Pro tip: With every breakfast burrito purchase, you receive a free coffee!
El Cielo
Where: 2225 W Eisenhower Blvd, Loveland, CO 80537; 3645 W 10th St, Greeley, CO 80634
When: Monday – Thursday (7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.); Friday (7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.); Saturday – Sunday (8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.).
El Cielo, with locations in both Greeley and Loveland, is definitely in the running for some of the best breakfast burritos in NoCo. They serve them until 11 a.m., which makes it an easy spot to hit when you’re not wanting to wake up at the crack of dawn.
You can go the quick route and grab one of their ready-to-go burritos, loaded with potatoes, eggs, green chile, and cheese, with different fillings depending on the day (just check the menu board), or build your own and pick your protein. If you build your own, be prepared to wait, as it’s a popular spot!
And, like any good breakfast burrito spot, you’ve got the option to get your burrito smothered in hot green chili, which is highly recommended.
Taqueria Rancho Alegre
Where: 251 14th St SE, Loveland, CO 80537
When: Monday, Wed – Sunday (8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.); Tuesday (8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.).
On the outside, Taqueria Rancho Alegre looks like your typical casual Mexican spot, but don’t let that fool you. This family-owned restaurant has quietly built a reputation as one of the best places around for a solid breakfast burrito, and it’s easy to see why once you step inside. It’s relaxed, welcoming, and always filled with regulars.
Their breakfast burritos are one of their biggest hits, and a reason people keep coming back. You’ve got your choice of 10 different proteins, with bacon and carne asada being the clear favorites. Everything gets wrapped up with the classics and paired with their green chile, which is hard to beat.
Josie’s Tacos
Where: 347 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501
When: Monday – Saturday (7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
Josie’s Tacos, right on Longmont’s Main Street, is a go-to spot any time of day, but you’re here for the breakfast burritos, so let’s get into it.
They’re served from open (7:30 a.m.) until 11 a.m., and each one comes loaded with the classics: eggs, potatoes, cheese, and green chile. From there, you’ve got 11 (yes—11!) different options, including a smothered burrito, a chimichanga, a vegetarian option, and “Josie’s Favorite,” which uniquely and deliciously mixes tomato and cream cheese amongst the essentials.
You can also choose from four different salsas, ranging from a mild red to a creamy red with more heat. It’s worth trying one, or a couple, especially if you like experimenting with some extra spice.
