BURRITO EXPRESS

Since 1978, we’ve been Pasadena’s favorite place for fresh, fast-casual Mexican food. Stop by and try our original family recipes today.

As the current owners, since 2008, we strive to keep the quality of our food and service, at the highest levels, as they always have been at Burrito Express.

Photos from BURRITO EXPRESS's post 08/06/2024

Here’s some real old menus for you to check out. Zoom in to see the prices. Wish I knew what years they were from. What year do you think each one is from?

08/02/2024

One more time before school starts. Friday August 2nd 5:00pm - 8:00pm

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July. Hoping everyone has a safe holiday.

Photos from BURRITO EXPRESS's post 03/30/2024

This is a photograph circa 1910, taken from the NorthWest side of Sierra Bonita facing east, down Washington Blvd. The road to the left is Sierra Bonita heading North. iIf you can’t see it, the second pic should help.

07/22/2021

Tostadas for days!

07/15/2021
07/03/2021

We will be Closed on Monday July 5. We’ll be back on Tuesday. Have a great holiday weekend.

Photos from BURRITO EXPRESS's post 06/25/2021

Come in on 6/26 and mention “Pasadena 626 Day” to be entered to win one of these prizes
2 Burrito Express t shirts
2 $10 Burrito Express gift certificates
1 $25 Burrito Express gift certificate
2 combo burritos
Winners will be picked 6/29

06/23/2021

Pasadena 626 Day! Come in on 6/26 to be entered to win one of these prizes
2- Burrito Express t shirts
2 $10 Burrito Express gift certificates
1 $25 Burrito Express gift certificate
2 combo burritos

06/22/2021

Asada Fries anyone!? 🔥

06/17/2021

The JVC Vic’s Special with spicy sauce 😋

Photos from BURRITO EXPRESS's post 06/16/2021

Side of beans or side of rice? How bout both?

06/11/2021

TORTA!!

Photos from BURRITO EXPRESS's post 04/01/2021

It’s National Burrito Day! Stop by for your favorite! Is it the JVC? The Ross Perot? Or a Beef bean and cheese? Maybe the Pasadena burrito?

03/23/2021

Restaurante Mexicano chico busca cocinero con 1 ano de experiencia en restaurante mexicano de Tiempo completo 40 horas semanales.
Pocision es de Lunes a Jueves approximadamente de 2:30pm a 8:30pm (cambiaria poco cuando cambien las restricciones de covid) y los
Viernes y Sabado 2:00pm a 9:00pm (cambiaria poco cuando cambien las restricciones de covid)
Buscamos alguien que pueda trabajar ligero y que sea CUMPLIDO y confiable

aplique en persona en
Burrito Express
1597 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena

Mexican fast food restaurant seeking line cook with 1 year kitchen experience with mexican food. Full time
Mon - Thu approximately 2:30pm - 8:30pm (will change slightly after covid restrictions change) and
Fri and Sat 2:00pm-9:00pm (will change slightly after covid restrictions change)
looking for someone that can work in a fast pace setting and is DEPENDABLE and reliable.

apply at in person at:
Burrito Express
1597 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena

01/23/2021

Look who stopped by today (it’s not Bernie). If you’re a customer from way back, then you know my uncle Mr Roses.

01/22/2021

Deya and her ol pal Bernie at the BX

12/24/2020

Merry Christmas!
Holiday hours
Christmas Eve 8:00am - 3:00pm
Closed Christmas Day and Saturday December 26
We will be back open Monday December 28
Have a safe holiday

12/03/2020

Stocking stuffers for the Burrito Express lover(s) in your life.
Gift certificates:
$10 or $25
Or our new t-shirts available now

11/11/2020

Thank you to all those that have served and are serving our great country

09/11/2020

Even in these challenging times we must never forget those we lost on 9/11

Timeline photos 06/29/2020

Imitation is the greatest form of flattery, so try making your favorite Burrito Express dish this week!

Timeline photos 06/26/2020

The only things better than delicious dishes are the memories we make enjoying them!

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Our Story

You’re in Northeast Pasadena. You’re craving a burrito. You’re in luck. Burrito Express first opened its doors at the corner of Washington Blvd and Sierra Bonita Ave in 1978, and we’ve been here sharing our original family recipes with the community ever since. We’re known best for our delicious burritos, lovingly prepared with meats cooked in-house, homemade sauces, and fresh produce. Our taquitos, tostadas, and tortas are regular favorites, too. Whether it’s your first time here or your fiftieth, you’ll always finish your meal happy, satisfied, and excited to come back again soon.

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Address


1597 E Washington Boulevard
Pasadena, CA
91104

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 9pm
Saturday 8am - 9pm

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