Chipotle’s Steak Burrito Bowl: Price, Calories and Nutrition (2026)

The Chipotle Steak Burrito Bowl is the upgrade order. Grilled steak, marinated and seared on the plancha, over the standard bowl foundation of rice, beans, salsa, cheese, and sour cream. It costs about a dollar more than the chicken bowl and delivers a different eating experience: charred edges, beefy depth, and a chew that the chicken cannot match. In 2026 the standard Steak Burrito Bowl carries 740 calories and a price starting from $11.50. Here is the current price, the calorie count, and the full nutrition breakdown.

Prices vary by location because Chipotle sets regional pricing, with most restaurants landing between $11.50 and $13.25. The 740 calorie figure covers one standard bowl: steak, white rice, black beans, fresh tomato salsa, cheese, sour cream, and romaine lettuce. Extras move the number up.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

Table of contents

• What is in the Steak Burrito Bowl
• Steak Burrito Bowl nutrition facts
• Steak Burrito Bowl ingredients and customization
• Allergens
• Steak vs Chicken Burrito Bowl
• Getting the best value on the Steak Burrito Bowl
• Frequently asked questions

What is in the Steak Burrito Bowl

The steak is marinated in a blend with chipotle peppers and grilled, then chopped into bite-size pieces with seared, caramelized edges. A 4-ounce serving carries 150 calories and 21 grams of protein, which makes it the leanest meat on the Chipotle menu by calories. It is also the protein with the most distinct texture: a chew and char that stands apart from the shredded and chopped options.

Under the steak goes the standard foundation: cilantro-lime white rice, black beans, fresh tomato salsa, Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and romaine lettuce. The steak’s seared flavor pairs especially well with the roasted chili-corn salsa, a combination regulars order so often the crew barely blinks.

At 740 calories with 42 grams of protein, the steak bowl is a strong meal that stays lighter than the chicken bowl despite the premium protein. The steak serving is smaller in protein than chicken (21g against 32g) but also lighter in calories, so the bowl lands in a similar place overall.

One thing worth knowing: steak is the protein most sensitive to timing. Fresh off the grill it is excellent, with crispy edges and juicy centers. After sitting in the pan through a slow period it can toughen. If the steak looks like it has been sitting, it is worth asking when the next batch drops or switching proteins for that visit.

Steak Burrito Bowl nutrition facts

Full nutrition breakdown for one standard Steak Burrito Bowl, based on Chipotle’s official US nutrition data. Standard build: steak, white rice, black beans, fresh tomato salsa, cheese, sour cream, romaine lettuce.

Nutrient	Amount per Steak Burrito Bowl
Calories	740
Total fat	30g
Total carbohydrates	71g
Protein	42g
Sodium	1750mg

The 42 grams of protein for 740 calories is solid, and the steak itself is the leanest protein serving on the menu at 150 calories. Sodium at 1750 mg is 76 percent of the daily guideline, spread across the steak, beans, rice, salsa, and cheese. The steak contributes 330 mg, which is moderate.

For context, the steak bowl runs slightly higher than the chicken bowl (740 against 705) because the rest of the build is identical and the protein difference is small. Holding cheese and sour cream drops it near 520 calories, which is a genuinely light premium meal.

Steak Burrito Bowl ingredients and customization

The standard list is grilled marinated steak, cilantro-lime white rice, black beans, fresh tomato salsa, Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and romaine lettuce. Chipotle’s ingredient statements are short and free of artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives.

Customization is the full bench: white or brown rice, black or pinto beans, four salsas from 15 to 80 calories, free fajita veggies, free extra lettuce. The roasted chili-corn salsa is the natural steak partner. Paid extras are guacamole around $2.95, queso around $1.80, and double steak at $3.50 to $4.50, which pushes the bowl to 63 grams of protein.

Allergens

The Steak Burrito Bowl contains milk (cheese, sour cream) and soy (present in some preparations). Built as a bowl it is free of wheat and gluten, though Chipotle does not certify anything gluten-free because of the shared line. Cross-contact with all major allergens is possible; crew will change gloves and use fresh utensils on request. Always check Chipotle’s current allergen information if you have a serious allergy.

Steak vs Chicken Burrito Bowl

The two most ordered bowls, head to head. Chicken bowl: from $10.75, 705 calories, 44g protein, 180-calorie protein serving with 32g protein. Steak bowl: from $11.50, 740 calories, 42g protein, 150-calorie protein serving with 21g protein.

On pure nutrition, chicken wins: more protein per serving, fewer total calories, and 75 cents cheaper. On eating experience, steak wins for many people: the sear, the chew, and the beefy flavor are a genuine upgrade. The 35-calorie gap between the bowls is negligible; the $0.75 price gap is the real difference.

Pick chicken for the best protein per dollar on the menu. Pick steak when you want the premium texture and do not mind paying for it. Both are excellent; the chicken is the rational choice and the steak is the enjoyable one.

Getting the best value on the Steak Burrito Bowl

• At from $11.50, the bowl delivers 740 calories and 42 grams of protein. It is the premium bowl at a modest premium price.
• The chicken bowl at from $10.75 is the better value on protein per dollar. Order steak when you want it, not by default.
• Holding cheese and sour cream drops 220 calories free, landing near 520 calories for a light premium meal.
• Time your visit for fresh steak. The protein quality varies more than any other on the menu, and fresh-off-the-grill steak is worth the trip.
• Rewards points and app pickup apply as usual. The bowl reheats well for planned leftovers.

Frequently asked questions

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