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<title>ThePaleAle</title>
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Chipotle is awesome.  Bland?  The only thing I've noticed is the consistency of the Cilantro in the rice...  But ya I suffered a late night Burrito Boy's burrito last night; I took one bite and had to trash that diarrhea in a wrap.

I have been to a few Burrito joints in Toronto and Chipotle is by far the best, authentic? maybe not, taste? F YA.  OPEN TO SUGGESTIONS!!!]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c609985</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2009 11:52:06 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Jo</title>
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ps. I do have to comment on their guacamole though. It was pretty darn tasty. The only thing tasty about that burrito. 

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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c467323</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:32:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title>Jo</title>
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I remember when I lived in San Francisco and had my first taste of a Mission Burrito. My friend talked me into skipping class to get one. Coming from Toronto (this was back in 1997), the only version of a burrito I could think of was a Taco Bell burrito, much to my surprise, this it def. was not that. Not even close to it. So after reading these reviews, I decided to try Mission Burrito at The Grange (just came back 5 minutes ago!). 

Here's my review - Mediocre at best. Lousy portions of meat and everything else in the burrito. Even though I ordered a small, I did not expect it to be that small, my cousin ordered a large and the price wasn't worth it either. Burrito Boyz is still the best (for value and taste) so far in Toronto. Don't waste your money, you can get something bigger and better in that food court for the same price they charge you.

Next competitor please!]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c467296</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:28:55 PST</pubDate>
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<title>Ami Angelwings</title>
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I've had 3 Burritos at Mission since hearing about it here.  I fell in love with the steamed burrito in NY, and I've been trying to find it ever since in Toronto and so reading about Mission was a dream come true :)  Unfortunately so far, my experiences have been mixed. :\  I tend to take them home after buying them so whether or not it's evenly hot or not is kind of lost on me, however, I can speak on everything else :)  The first burrito I had was the fish burrito on Friday which was absolutely amazing.  I liked that it was not deep fried or battered like other fish burritos, and it just tasted amazing.  The second burrito I had was the grilled veggie and it tasted rly awful.  The grilled zucchini just does not mesh with the other tastes in the burrito and it tasted pretty bad.  Then I had the cheese and bean burrito.. I dun know if this is normal but they put cilantro instead of lettuce on mine, and it was just WAY TOO STRONG and I couldn't finish it :\  Take from my experiences what you will (it is a small sample space after all) but I've been kind of wary in going to them (except on Fridays maybe) since :|]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c400185</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:34:02 PST</pubDate>
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<title>lukewarm</title>
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Went on Saturday as soon as it opened. My burrito had the lukewarm-itis. Hot in some places, cold in others. The steak seemed to have been marinated in Montreal steak spice. For the price, sure it's a filling burrito, but for the best tasting burrito yet, I'd still make the trek out to Johny's. (Too bad they got rid of the hot chocolate!)]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c371795</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 15:19:15 PST</pubDate>
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<title>Ami Angelwings</title>
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It's still open :)  I just went the other day. xD  I'm guessing it just closed during the holidays b/c without the lunch and student crowd, it prolly wasn't worth it to stay open during that time.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c367772</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 13:35:56 PST</pubDate>
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<title>eatereater123</title>
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Is Mission still open?  I visited it three times during the holidays (Dec 24 to Jan 5) and it was never open.  This was on a Friday at lunch, on a Saturday at lunch and finally, on a Tuesday.  

Hell, anyone?]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c358459</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:32:09 PST</pubDate>
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<title>Chris Orbz</title>
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"It seriously pisses me off when places charge you an extra buck for what is an essential burrito ingredient."

This directly echoes my falafel-world pain... people try to tell me that hummus is extra and I'm like, okay, not only are you handing me a dry tasteless wrap without, but the falafels are made of the same thing as the hummus!

I need to get my head out of the chickpeas though - I turned around after buying a falafel and realized I was in front of this place.  So close to trying it, yet so far...]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c312015</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 05:25:11 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>willobuns</title>
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Love, love, love the fare at Mission Burrito! Had the (loaded) Mission Sweet Potato Fries and what a feast it was - yes, a heart attack waiting to happen - but aaahhh, I was thoroughly satified. The girl behind the counter talked me into it and I'm so glad she did! It was soooo inexpensive too, under 5 bucks I think. Also had the pork burrito (another day, thank goodness). It was super tender and stewed to perfection in my books. Toppings were awesome; lots of spices and flavour. I agree that meat, beans and rice will simply not suffice in Toronto. We definitely need our fresh veggies since we don't have the Mexican sunshine :o)]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c310624</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2008 22:15:57 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>slk2008</title>
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something tells me that all the meat/rice/beans wouldn't fly in this city, people like their veggies, whats with people having their burrito toasted? its a Burrito not a Panino! grrrr]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c307686</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 20:45:19 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>khalid</title>
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does lack the girth and meat/rice/bean overload of a mission burrito, but they are doing a great job. they're also open on saturdays]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c307668</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 19:06:32 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>rlw</title>
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Sadly, I found out the hard way (after walking over on this past Saturday from Dovercourt) that they are NOT open on the weekends.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c306246</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 17:53:39 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Liz</title>
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Thanks for the review Tim
I went in on Friday and tried the tilapia...it was the best burrito I ever had in Toronto so far...totally fresh and loved the guacamole; hope they start selling them in tubs.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c305393</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 16:11:46 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Sarah</title>
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I was really excited to see this review, because I work in the neighbourhood and the trek to My Big Fat Burrito basically takes up my entire lunch hour.  On Wednesday I went in and ordered the large bean and cheese burrito.  I was pretty disappointed....  The cheese didn't even melt because it was so cold on the inside. I don't think this one stands a chance in Toronto's burrito saturated market unless they pick it up several notches.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c305363</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 13:52:09 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>ondadl</title>
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I gave Mission a try last week, and it's no hell.  I spent a few days sampling the entire menu at Poncho Villa last month in SanFran, and Mission doesn't even come close to hitting the mark.  The biggest problem any of these wannabe burrito joints encounter is a tasty salsa.  It's not as easy as you think.  Like a previous poster, I'm going to sadly agree that Chipotle has the best thing going these days in 416, hold the guacamole!]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c305361</link>
<guid>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c305361</guid>
<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 13:41:55 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>to_girl</title>
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After hearing all the hype - I caved in and went to Mission Burrito yesterday.  Wow, totally satisfied!  It's wrap was warm and soft (not mushy or soggy), the rice and meat and condiments all meshed great together.  It was not runny nor was it dry.  I got the steak and the beef was tender.  The lady told me it is made of strip sirloin - YUMMY! Service was very good.  I also had a Brasilena which kind of taste like coffee and coke - sounds gross - but it was really good!  I have to go back and try the other drinks they have, I saw some Watermelon and Guava pop.  As well as the mission fries, I can't wait to try that - it's with Yukon or Sweet Potato.  Too bad my stomache has a limit.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c304159</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:43:22 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>marcX</title>
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I lived in the bay area for over 12 years and consider San Francisco to be home. Like anyone from the bay I have consumed more mission burritos that should be legal ...so when I saw this place I had to go.  My take on this place is that they make a good burrito that is moderately passable as a mission style burrito.  After so many grilled Toronto burritos it was a pleasure to dig into nice steamed tortilla and the ingredients were fresh and well prepared. Biking home after easting a meat / beef I had a vaguely familiar taste in my mouth that was pleasing.  Also after paying for guacamole... free guac in your burrito is the best.  Everybody knows that guacamole is the capital of awesome. 

However, Mission Burrito does miss the mark in a couple of key areas.  
1.The meat is stewed or possibly braised.  The "Carne Asada and Pollo" prepared in most mission style burritos is grilled on an open flame (visible in most taquerias) and then chopped up into small bits. Its awesome and the grilled flavor cannot be beat ? so stewed is a poor substitute.  
2.The proportions are also a bit off.  A mission style burrito is pretty much mostly meat with the beans and rice following and then whatever little condiments are put on it.  The Mission Burrito was too evenly proportioned and lacked that meat overload.  
3.Green peppers...no!
4. There is no small and large in the mission there is regular and super.  Regular is meat beans and rice.  Super is meat, beans, rice, a little cheese, a little Mexican style sour cream and a salsa (sometimes they will ask if you want guacamole ? but only if you order a super).  
5. Portion.  A mission burrito destroys you... you can barely get through one and if you do you are at once deeply satisfied and oh so disgusted in yourself.  Mission Burrito is way to reasonable when it comes to size to really be a mission burrito. 

Like I said a good burrito for sure...perhaps I will have to return mildly intoxicated to really judge since the majority of burritos in San Francisco's mission district are consumed around 1:00 am after a night of festivities.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c304106</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:40:26 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Tomas Venturin</title>
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I just had to find out what the whole talk was about in Toronto about this new Mission Burrito place.  I lived I worked in San Francisco for 2 years and I got really hooked on these burritos.  Anyways I must say it is the best burrito I had in Toronto so far.  The taste spices they use are soo fresh and I think that's what makes them so tasty.  I work in an office downtown toronto and told everyone about it and we will have to order Friday every week because the taste and the cost is just right.  Job well done guys keep up the good work.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c304051</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:46:52 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Omar</title>
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handfed, upon rereading I agree with what you say about the pointlessness of my previous comment. Online I ramble even more than in person, which is to say, way too much.

About your claim that Mexican food in California is better than in Mexico: I hesitate to believe it without further evidence, but I wouldn't be too surprised if it's true; I tend to expect the best Mexico has to offer in any field -not just the culinary- to eventually wind up in the more lucrative US market.

(Oh, and I'm not sure I understood the relevance of that claim you made: I thought I was ranting about authenticity, not quality. Not being one of those people who really values tradition, I find a lot of non-authentic food quite good.)]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c303965</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 09:19:35 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>TOGuy</title>
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I went by today and there was a line up, they must be doing something right....I had the loaded fries, Man they where good and filling, cant wait to go back.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/08/mission_burrito/#c303820</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 22:39:58 PDT</pubDate>
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