Trying to pick up a quick lunch before going back to work?  In the car between appointments and feeling hungry?  After 14 years in Texas and another 22 in Colorado, I love anything with chilis.  Of course my favorite southwest food is at my favorite restaurants in New Mexico, but I can’t get there every day.  So what’s a girl to do?

When I’m hungry, I pick up a burrito at either Chipotle or Qdoba.  I admit I go to Chipotle more often because I’m a creature of habit and they came to Colorado Springs first, but both have fresh ingredients and lots of options.  Tell me if you think Qdoba’s website is more fun.  Another advantage is that they are both located all over town.  So the next time you feel hungry and want to “fill er up” give one of these local quick food shops a try.  Meet a friend there.  Friends will tell you if you drip salsa on your shirt.  Both restaurants provide napkins.