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Title: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: mtn on February 08, 2016, 03:03:34 PM
Text "Raincheck" to 888-222 by 6PM tonight eastern and get a free chipotle burrito. It is on their website if you don't believe me.

No affiliation.
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: Bearded Man on February 08, 2016, 03:07:17 PM
I texted it but got nothing back yet, usually these things text me right away.

But then, usually the recruiter is not 7 minutes late to a phone interview...

ETA: looks like they say they will text you a coupon within a few days...

http://time.com/4212129/chipotle-closed-free-burrito-raincheck/
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: mtn on February 08, 2016, 03:08:33 PM
It took about 3 minutes for me to get my response, and 10 for my brother.
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: HPstache on February 08, 2016, 03:10:29 PM
Takes a few minutes.  But it works.  I double posted this info in "reader recommendations".  Here is a link that somewhat makes it seem legit:

http://time.com/4212129/chipotle-closed-free-burrito-raincheck/
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: Bearded Man on February 08, 2016, 03:16:42 PM
Got the text, directed me to a web site where I fill out my info, then wait for ANOTHER text, lol. I wonder, are they trying to see if they've solved the problem or will food poison even more people? Surely they are up to something, even just a "come back, it's safe" token.
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: HPstache on February 08, 2016, 03:20:32 PM
Snopes hath verified:

http://www.snopes.com/2016/02/08/free-chipotle-burrito-coupon/
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: thepokercab on February 08, 2016, 03:30:35 PM
Can't remember where I read it, but I prefer calling it "America Gives Free Data to Chipotle Day". 
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: HPstache on February 08, 2016, 03:34:48 PM
Can't remember where I read it, but I prefer calling it "America Gives Free Data to Chipotle Day".

They can have my name and zip code for a free burrito
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: mtn on February 08, 2016, 03:39:56 PM
Can't remember where I read it, but I prefer calling it "America Gives Free Data to Chipotle Day".

They can have my name and zip code for a free burrito

No kidding--especially since I'm one of 4 people, unrelated, with my name in my zip code.
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: ROY2007 on February 08, 2016, 03:44:09 PM
Can't remember where I read it, but I prefer calling it "America Gives Free Data to Chipotle Day".

They can have my name and zip code for a free burrito

+1

Relevant clip from The Office: https://youtu.be/BZgOxMFTYKE?t=25s
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: thepokercab on February 08, 2016, 03:49:28 PM
I thought you had to text them for it.  If so, them getting your cell phone, via opt in text, is worth to them $$$ wise then the price of making a single burrito.  Just sayin.. 
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: big_slacker on February 08, 2016, 05:53:44 PM
Just texted and they said I missed it. It's not even 5pm. :(

I did e-mail their corp address, bet I'll still end up with a burrito
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: kudy on February 08, 2016, 08:23:30 PM
I never received a response - sent it mid-day today. Not that I deserved a burrito, but I wish my 30 seconds of effort had made it worth it!
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: Shor on February 09, 2016, 05:31:26 PM
Got my free burrito coupon a day later. Expires in 2 weeks.
I'm happy.
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: Gen Y Finance Journey on February 09, 2016, 05:34:43 PM
I considered getting my free burrito. But I'm pregnant and Chipotle's e. coli outbreak has me a little wary. Sucks too, I love me free stuff (yesterday I cashed in on Yogurtland's free frozen yogurt day).
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: Shor on February 09, 2016, 06:28:14 PM
I considered getting my free burrito. But I'm pregnant and Chipotle's e. coli outbreak has me a little wary. Sucks too, I love me free stuff (yesterday I cashed in on Yogurtland's free frozen yogurt day).
http://www.fda.gov/Food/RecallsOutbreaksEmergencies/Outbreaks/ucm470410.htm
Relevant link to the FDA regarding the ongoing investigation in to the source of the E coli outbreak, where it occurred, and where they think it came from

In terms of actual exposure, it seems to be very very few cases across a very large area. I do agree that safety should be your utmost concern, but don't be too swayed by a little bit of news frenzy. It is just as likely that these people received exposure from a nearby grocery store, or poorly preparing their own food (no one ever admits when it's their own food)
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: CanuckExpat on February 22, 2016, 01:27:08 PM
For those of you who got the coupon, don't forget to use it, will expire by next week.

BTW, it looks like you can add guacamole and it still comes out free, at least it did for me.
Friendly tip from your neighborhood avocado lover.
Title: Re: Free Chipotle--not a troll or spam
Post by: HPstache on February 22, 2016, 02:10:26 PM
Mine was delicious and made for a great free Valentine's Day date since I had my wife text too :)