Qdoba Nutrition Facts Table
Complete calorie, protein, carb, fat, and sodium data for every Qdoba menu item — bowls, burritos, tacos, quesadillas, proteins, toppings, sauces, drinks, and desserts — with allergen info and sortable columns.
Allergen Key
* Nutrition data based on representative values provided by suppliers and testing conducted by accredited laboratories. Source: Official Qdoba Mexican Eats Nutrition Brochure (published 02-26-2026). Nutritional content may vary because products are made to order by hand and individual serving sizes can vary. A 2,000 calorie daily intake is used for general nutrition advice; calorie needs vary. For allergy concerns, always consult qdoba.com and speak with restaurant staff. Red % Daily Value indicates ≥20% DV (considered high); High sodium indicates ≥1,500mg per item.
Qdoba Nutrition Facts for the Menu Items People Order Most
These are the fifteen most-ordered items at Qdoba Mexican Eats across the U.S., ranked by a combination of 2026 order-share data and the items most-searched online. Use this table as a quick reference before you check the full sortable Qdoba nutrition facts table above — or before you open the Qdoba Nutrition Calculator to customize your own build.
| Menu Item | Calories | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) | Fat (g) | Sodium (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Burrito Bowl | 640 | 42 | 68 | 22 | 1,520 |
| Chicken Queso Burrito | 1,050 | 51 | 100 | 46 | 2,140 |
| Steak Burrito Bowl | 700 | 40 | 68 | 28 | 1,580 |
| Chicken Queso Quesadilla | 820 | 42 | 60 | 44 | 1,790 |
| QuesaBirria Burrito | 1,180 | 54 | 104 | 56 | 2,280 |
| Chicken Street Tacos (3) | 520 | 33 | 45 | 22 | 1,180 |
| Brisket Birria Keto Bowl | 370 | 30 | 12 | 24 | 1,020 |
| Chicken Keto Bowl | 400 | 33 | 11 | 25 | 980 |
| Chicken Taco Salad | 540 | 34 | 38 | 28 | 1,290 |
| 3-Cheese Nachos (Chicken) | 960 | 46 | 74 | 50 | 1,880 |
| Cholula® Hot & Sweet Chicken Bowl | 830 | 42 | 102 | 26 | 1,640 |
| Surf & Turf Bowl | 760 | 48 | 62 | 32 | 1,680 |
| Fajita Vegan Bowl | 530 | 17 | 78 | 18 | 1,110 |
| Double Protein Bowl (Chicken) | 690 | 52 | 42 | 32 | 1,480 |
| Chips & Guacamole (side) | 490 | 6 | 40 | 33 | 560 |
Reading the table: any sodium value shown in red is above 1,500mg, which is more than half of an adult's daily sodium limit (2,300mg per FDA guidelines). If sodium matters to you, look for bowls, tacos, or keto bowls with values under 1,200mg — or skip the cheese and queso on your next order. Calorie-dense toppings like 3-Cheese Queso (130 cal) and Hand-Smashed Guacamole (220 cal) are free at Qdoba, but your body still pays the calorie cost.
How to Read Qdoba Nutrition Facts Without Getting Confused
Qdoba publishes nutrition numbers for every ingredient, but the real challenge is understanding what those numbers mean for your plate. Qdoba meals are built, not pre-portioned, so a "chicken burrito" from one location can easily have 200 more calories than one built at a different location. Here's a simple framework to cut through the confusion and read any Qdoba nutrition facts label — including the one in the table above — in under 30 seconds.
Step 1: Look at the Serving Size First
Every Qdoba nutrition label is based on a single-serving entrée with standard portions as published in the 2026 Qdoba Nutrition Brochure. Double protein, extra rice, or a large tortilla will change every number on the label. If your order deviates from the standard portion, multiply accordingly — a double-protein bowl roughly adds the listed protein value again.
Step 2: Start With Calories, Then Sodium
These are the two most impactful numbers on any Qdoba label. Calories tell you the energy cost of the meal; sodium tells you how the meal will affect hydration, blood pressure, and bloating. A Qdoba burrito can exceed 2,000mg of sodium, which is 87% of your daily limit in one meal. Most Qdoba entrées land between 400–1,200 calories, so use 600 calories as your reference point — anything above that is a higher-calorie meal.
Step 3: Scan Protein, Fiber, and Net Carbs
Protein shows how filling the meal will be — aim for 25g+ per meal for satiety. Fiber tells you the "free" carbs that won't spike blood sugar; subtract fiber from total carbs to get net carbs, which is the number that actually matters on keto and diabetic diets. Black beans contribute 8g of fiber per serving, which is why fiber-rich bowls feel more satisfying than queso-heavy burritos with the same calorie count.
Step 4: Watch the Saturated Fat & Added Sugars
Saturated fat above 10g per meal is where Qdoba's queso, cheese, and sour cream start to stack up. Added sugars at Qdoba are usually low — most come from salsas and sauces like Mango Salsa (7g) or the new Cholula® Hot & Sweet Chicken glaze (10g). Skip sugary sauces if you're tracking added sugars; opt for Salsa Verde or Salsa Roja instead.
Step 5: Check Allergens & Cross-Contact Notes
Qdoba uses standard allergen codes — S (Soy), E (Egg), F (Fish), M (Milk), P (Peanuts), C (Shellfish), T (Tree Nuts), W (Wheat), G (Gluten), Se (Sesame). Letters in red indicate possible cross-contact even if the ingredient doesn't contain the allergen directly. Severe allergy sufferers should always verify with staff and review Qdoba's official nutrition & allergen guide before ordering.
Famous Meals at Qdoba — A Detailed Guide
The most famous meals at Qdoba, available on the Qdoba Menu, include signature items like the Cholula® Hot & Sweet Chicken Bowl, Southwest Steak Burrito, and the QuesaBirria Quesadilla. Each one has a distinct flavor profile, calorie range, and macro footprint that's worth understanding before you order. Here's the detailed breakdown — including who each meal is best for and how to customize it to fit your diet.
Cholula® Hot & Sweet Chicken Bowl
Qdoba's hottest 2026 launch. Grilled chicken glazed in Cholula® hot sauce with honey, served over cilantro-lime rice, black beans, fajita veggies, and pico de gallo. Bold heat, natural sweetness, and 42g of complete protein in a single bowl. Skip the tortilla and swap rice for extra fajita veggies to drop 200+ calories.
Southwest Steak Burrito
Grilled steak, cilantro-lime rice, black beans, 3-Cheese Queso, pico de gallo, and Southwest seasoning wrapped in a 12.5" flour tortilla. One of Qdoba's highest-calorie regular burritos, but also one of the highest-protein. Turn it into a bowl to save roughly 300 calories and 760mg of sodium.
QuesaBirria Quesadilla
Shredded brisket birria, melted cheese, and consomé-dipping sauce inside a grilled tortilla. The highest-protein item on the entire menu at 55g, but also one of the most calorie-dense. Split it with a friend or pair with a lighter side to balance the day.
Chicken Queso Burrito Bowl
Qdoba's most-ordered bowl: grilled adobo chicken, cilantro-lime rice, black beans, 3-Cheese Queso, shredded cheese, pico de gallo, and lettuce. A balanced macro profile with 43g of protein — enough to hit the full muscle protein synthesis threshold in one meal.
Brisket Birria Keto Bowl
The lowest-calorie entrée on the Qdoba menu. Slow-cooked brisket birria served over lettuce with fajita veggies, cotija cheese, guacamole, and salsa roja. No rice, no beans, no tortilla — just 12g of net carbs and serious protein density for anyone on keto, low-carb, or cutting.
Surf & Turf Bowl
The premium launch of 2026 — grilled steak and citrus-lime shrimp together over cilantro-lime rice, black beans, pico de gallo, and mango salsa. Dual-protein combo delivers 48g of protein with a rich omega-3 profile from the shrimp. Light on calories for what it packs in.
Fajita Vegan Bowl
Qdoba's default vegan build: cilantro-lime rice, black beans, fajita veggies, corn salsa, pico de gallo, and hand-smashed guacamole. 14g of fiber makes it one of the most satisfying plant-based meals in fast-casual. Add Impossible™ Plant Protein for an extra 13g of protein without breaking vegan status.
Double Protein Chicken Bowl
Built for fitness eaters. Double grilled adobo chicken, black beans, cilantro-lime rice, fajita veggies, pico de gallo, and guacamole. 52g of protein for only 690 calories makes it one of the best protein-per-calorie ratios on any fast-casual menu in the U.S.
Want to compare more famous meals side-by-side or build a completely custom Qdoba order with live nutrition totals? Open the Qdoba Nutrition Calculator and layer in every ingredient — the Nutrition Facts panel updates instantly as you go.
Qdoba Nutrition Facts — Frequently Asked Questions
These are the most-searched Qdoba nutrition questions on Google — taken directly from the "People Also Ask" section of the SERPs and answered with data from the 2026 Qdoba Nutrition Brochure.
How many calories are in a Qdoba burrito?
A standard Qdoba burrito ranges from 720 to 1,200+ calories depending on your choice of protein, rice, beans, and toppings. A Chicken Queso Burrito is 1,050 calories, a Steak Burrito is roughly 1,070 calories, and the QuesaBirria Burrito is the highest at 1,180 calories. The 12.5" flour tortilla alone contributes 300 of those calories and 760mg of sodium, which is why turning any burrito into a bowl drops both numbers significantly.
How many calories are in a Qdoba chicken bowl?
A typical Qdoba Chicken Burrito Bowl is 640 calories with 42g of protein when built with grilled chicken, cilantro-lime rice, black beans, fajita veggies, pico de gallo, and a scoop of guacamole. The Chicken Queso Bowl is slightly higher at 750 calories because of the added queso. Drop the rice and you'll cut it to under 450 calories while keeping the same protein load.
What is the healthiest thing to order at Qdoba?
The healthiest Qdoba orders are the Brisket Birria Keto Bowl (370 cal, 30g protein, 12g carbs) and the Chicken Keto Bowl (400 cal, 33g protein, 11g carbs). Both skip rice, beans, and tortillas. For a balanced build with fiber, the Fajita Vegan Bowl delivers 530 calories, 14g of fiber, and 17g of plant protein. The "Bowl over Burrito" swap is the single most effective change you can make — it drops 300 calories without sacrificing flavor or protein.
How much protein does Qdoba chicken have?
A standard serving of Qdoba Grilled Adobo Chicken has 19g of protein for 190 calories. Double protein on a bowl pushes chicken alone to 38g, and adding black beans (9g per serving) lifts the meal past 50g of protein — enough to fully trigger muscle protein synthesis. The Double Protein Chicken Bowl is the most protein-dense regular menu item at 52g per serving.
Is Qdoba healthier than Chipotle?
Qdoba and Chipotle are nutritionally similar — both serve fresh, customizable Mexican fast-casual meals. Qdoba has two clear advantages for healthy ordering: free guacamole and 3-Cheese Queso on every entrée (Chipotle charges $2+), and a wider lean-protein lineup including Brisket Birria, Cholula® Hot & Sweet Chicken, and Citrus-Lime Shrimp. Chipotle's portions tend to run slightly larger on rice and beans, so Chipotle bowls average 50–100 more calories than the same Qdoba build.
What is the lowest-calorie item at Qdoba?
The Brisket Birria Keto Bowl at 370 calories is the lowest-calorie full entrée on the Qdoba menu. The Chicken Keto Bowl is next at 400 calories. Among side items, fresh salsas (Pico de Gallo, Salsa Verde, Salsa Roja) are 10–15 calories per serving, and fajita veggies are just 30 calories. The leanest build-your-own option is a lettuce-base salad with shrimp and salsas, which lands around 150–200 calories total.
How many carbs are in a Qdoba bowl?
A standard Qdoba bowl has between 11g and 104g of carbs depending on your build. Keto Bowls are 11–13g net carbs (no rice, no beans). Regular bowls with cilantro-lime rice and black beans average 60–75g of carbs. If you're watching carbs, skip the rice first (saves 41g) and the tortilla if ordering a burrito (saves 50g). Brown rice has the same carb count as white but contains 3g of fiber — lowering net carbs.
Does Qdoba have keto options?
Yes. Qdoba has three dedicated Keto Bowls on the official menu: Chicken (400 cal / 11g carbs), Steak (490 cal / 13g carbs), and Brisket Birria (370 cal / 12g carbs). Each one skips rice, beans, and tortillas and replaces them with extra protein, cheese, guacamole, and fajita veggies. Since guac and queso are free at Qdoba, keto eaters get premium fats included in the price — something rare in fast-casual Mexican.
How many calories are in a Qdoba quesadilla?
A standard Qdoba Chicken Quesadilla is around 820 calories with 42g of protein. The QuesaBirria Quesadilla is the highest on the menu at 1,080 calories and 55g of protein. The grilled flour tortilla shell alone contributes 400 calories and 950mg of sodium before any fillings — which is why quesadillas run higher in calories than bowls with the same ingredients.
Is Qdoba food gluten-free?
Qdoba does not operate a dedicated gluten-free kitchen, but many menu items can be built without gluten-containing ingredients. Safe choices include bowls, salads, all proteins, all rice and beans, all fresh salsas, fajita veggies, cheese, guacamole, and sour cream. Avoid flour tortillas, flour taco shells, and quesadilla shells. Celiac-sensitive eaters should always verify cross-contact protocols with the specific Qdoba location before ordering.
How often does Qdoba update its nutrition facts?
Qdoba publishes its Nutrition Brochure two to three times per year via qdoba.com/nutrition-allergens, usually coinciding with new menu launches. The most recent update was published in February 2026 and includes the new Cholula® Hot & Sweet Chicken, QuesaBirria Burrito, Citrus-Lime Shrimp, and Surf & Turf Bowl. Our Qdoba Nutrition Facts table above is updated to match the February 2026 brochure.
Build Your Own Meal With Live Nutrition Facts
The table above covers the most-ordered items, but if you want exact numbers for a fully custom Qdoba order — double protein, extra veggies, no rice — use the interactive calculator and watch the Nutrition Facts panel update with every click.