Get FREE chips & guac on your birthday! Complete guide updated January 2026

Looking for your Chipotle birthday reward 2026? Great news! Chipotle Rewards members get FREE chips and guacamole (or queso/salsa) on their birthday with any $5+ purchase. This guide covers everything: what you actually get, how to claim it, eligibility requirements, and insider tips to maximize your birthday freebie.
Quick Answer:
Chipotle birthday reward 2026 = FREE side (chips & guac, queso, or salsa) with $5 minimum purchase. Valid for 30 days from your birthday. Must be a Chipotle Rewards member.
The Chipotle birthday reward is a exclusive perk for Chipotle Rewards program members. When it's your birthday month, you'll receive a special reward in your app redeemable for:
| Birthday Reward Option | Regular Price | Your Cost | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chips & Guacamole | $4.50 | FREE | $4.50 |
| Chips & Queso Blanco | $4.25 | FREE | $4.25 |
| Chips & Salsa | $2.50 | FREE | $2.50 |
Choose from these delicious sides to redeem with your birthday reward:

Crispy tortilla chips with fresh handmade guacamole

Fresh chips with creamy queso blanco dip

Crispy chips with your choice of fresh salsa
Tip #1: Choose Guacamole for Maximum Value
Regular guacamole costs $2.95 extra on any entree. Birthday reward guacamole is worth $4.50, making it the best value option.
Tip #2: Stack with Other Rewards
Use birthday reward + promo code + Rewards points on same order for maximum savings!
Tip #3: Order Early in Your Birthday Month
Reward valid for 30 days, so claiming early gives you more time. Don't let it expire!
No, Chipotle birthday reward is FREE chips with guacamole, queso, or salsa (not a free entree). However, the free guacamole alone is worth $2.95, and chips & guac together are worth $4.50.
Birthday rewards appear automatically in your Chipotle app on the first day of your birthday month. Check the "Rewards" section in the app to see your birthday offer.
No, birthday rewards must be redeemed through the Chipotle mobile app or chipotle.com for online/pickup orders. Cannot be used for in-store cash purchases.