Poll: Who has the best burrito at the Balloon Fiesta?
Oct 08, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The 52nd annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is now underway and will run until October 13, 2024. With gates opening at 4:30 a.m. each day, attendees are sure to be looking for a great breakfast spot. KRQE asked viewers via social media who has the best breakfast burrito at Balloon Fiesta.
The overwhelming majority of answers belong to Blake's Lotaburger, with almost 60% of viewers polled listing the Albuquerque-based chain as their favorite place to get a breakfast burrito during Balloon Fiesta. Blake's boasts over 35 locations in Albuquerque and 65 locations across New Mexico, cementing the chain's legacy in the Land of Enchantment.
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One viewer preferred Hatch Chile Shack, claiming the stand "has the best chile relleno burrito, ribbon fries [with] green chile!"
Other viewers chose between RioTacos Co., Golden Pride, Perico's Tacos & Burritos, or Stripes Burrito Co. as having the best breakfast burritos during Balloon Fiesta.