Massive 6-Pound Burrito Challenge Hits Grand Rapids

Ever heard of Tacos Don Jose? We told you about the authentic Mexican restaurant when it opened in Grand Rapids back in the summer of 2024. At the time, what really stood out to me was the new eatery's four-pound burrito challenge!

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From a 4-Pound Burrito to a Bigger Challenge

Back then, it was the Wet Burrito Don Jose, stuffed with your choice of protein and loaded with rice, beans, sour cream, lettuce, tomato, onion, guacamole, salsa verde, and salsa roja. But if four pounds wasn’t enough to push the limits of any appetite, the restaurant has now taken things to a whole new level with the six-pound Maximo Burrito.

Michigan Competitive Eater Takes on 6 Pound Burrito in Grand Rapids

Competitive eater Kyle Hanney, a Michigan native known online as Kyle Can Eat on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, recently went head-to-head with this monster.

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So how did he do?

Kyle, who has conquered countless food challenges across the state, shared that his Maximo Burrito actually ended up tipping the scales at over seven pounds! He had two hours to finish the entire burrito, jalapeños included, to earn a free meal and a winner’s shirt. Even for someone with his experience, it was no small feat, with every bite requiring strategy and stamina. Kyle managed to finish in under 40 minutes, carefully working his way through the peppers and the massive portions of rice, beans, and protein.

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In particular though, Kyle says the peppers were a real test:

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Surprisingly, multiple people have successfully conquered the Maximo Burrito, according to Tacos Don Jose’s Facebook page.

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Feeling brave? If you want to take on the challenge yourself, check out this deal for half off at Tacos Don Jose.