“Del, that’s right!” one Instagram user said of the news.
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After numerous complaints, Del Taco is bringing back the original open-end burrito.
In an Instagram post shared on March 2, Del Taco announced the return of the “classic open-end folded burrito” after customers were dissatisfied with the neat burrito with folded ends. The “new” burrito will be introduced in August 2025, Del Taco chief marketing officer Noah Chillingworth told USA TODAY.
“We tried to do it ‘neat’ by folding the ends of a classic burrito. Instead, we served the first bite of a plain tortilla, followed by a generous portion of beans. After that, it took a search party just to find the cheese. So #BackToDel,” the fast food chain wrote in a social media post.
Del Taco fans celebrate the return of the original burrito
As of March 5, nearly 4,000 Instagram users commented on Del Taco’s announcement post, with many expressing joy at the return of the OG burrito.
“Del, that’s right!” one Instagram user commented.
Another commenter wrote, “I wondered what was going on!!! I thought I was a new employee with the wrong education. I appreciate the open end of the unfolded tortilla. It’s a nostalgic twist on a classic treat. The unfolded detail doesn’t go unnoticed and is highly respected and appreciated.”
Some diners weren’t offended by Del Taco’s new clean burritos
But not everyone was offended by the burrito’s new, cleaner look.
“Has Del Taco finally changed the way they wrap their burritos?” a Reddit user asked on the Del Taco sub-Reddit in January. “One end always opens (leak).”
“I actually thought this was better,” another Instagram user commented on Del Taco’s post.
Some people noted how stupid the whole drama was.
“I can’t believe how many people are upset about Del Taco packaging their burritos correctly,” one Reddit user said.
Greta Cross is USA TODAY’s national trends reporter. Story ideas? Email her at gcross@usatoday.com.
