Forget for a moment the ugly split that tore asunder the original Burrito Boyz franchise into a marketing war between Boyz and Bandidos. Those were business decisions, arguments that matter not to us foodies. As long as the burritos keep rolling.

Burrito Boyz - Adelaide Location

The original location now operates under the new name, while the Boyz namesake remains at the roomier Adelaide location. Conducting their business in dark dank basements, as if it were a proud badge of its under bellied existence. Burrito Boyz have long been well known to club-goers hankering for a good bite after a long night of partying. I’ve always said, good food transforms into even better food when drunk.

I’ve had my share of Burritos here, but every time I step through the doors, I’m drawn to Ol’ Faithful – the Halibut Burrito. One with the works please! Can you imagine refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, mexican rice, jalapeno, cheese and other toppings wrapped together with a fried halibut filet in a grilled flour tortilla? Why yes! The very thought of it now is making me drool buckets.

Halibut Burrito

The uninitiated should be educated about the quirky ordering system. When you pay for the order, keep your receipt and the order card they give you. When your number is called.. show the receipt and drop the 411 to the prep guy/girl about your desired toppings. When the final product is ready, surrender your order card in the bucket during the pick up. The Halibut Burrito takes a while to make, but like many who have tasted its goodness, I know its worth the quirky ordering process, and the long wait.

I couldn’t wait to tear into the Halibut Burrito I held in my hand. The first bite penetrates the crunchy tortilla exterior, but doesn’t pick up much Halibut. But working towards the middle where the filet resides, I know you will begin to understand why a halibut in a Burrito makes so much sense. The fresh ingredients and flavours work together harmoniously, creating texturally excitement. You will begin to question your Burrito religion, and ask why aren’t more Burritos created this way. It’s for this reason that I crown the Halibut Burrito as one of the unique Toronto food delicacies, alongside such distinguished alumni as the St. Lawrence Market Pea meal Bacon Sandwich.

After the damage is down, you might want to chase your meal with some tropical juices (also available for purchase) to wash down the inevitable heartburn. And if that doesn’t deter you, I’m sure you’ll be returning. Take me with you… and I’ll have another Halibut Burrito with the works please!

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